Hereford Racecourse is pleased to announce a new partnership with Hereford Football Club to raise awareness and funds for the Hereford FC Academy during racing on Monday 11th February.
Hereford Football Club won its first promotion on its journey back to the Football League in 2016 coinciding with Hereford Racecourse’s reopening. Both sports grounds have worked closely together since then and the Hereford FC Academy Raceday will raise awareness and funds for their Youth Academy which nurtures and develops young football stars of the future, something that will be crucial during the club’s progress in the future.
There will be a real football feel to the raceday, with a jockey vs footballer penalty shoot out before racing, the winner receiving their height in Westons Cider. Hereford FC players will also be on hand throughout the day to meet with fans and racegoers, who can also try their own hand at a penalty shootout.
Hereford FC Season Ticket Holders will gain free admission on the day, available in advance only, and those wishing to take hospitality can enjoy a delicious two-course lunch in the Hereford FC Restaurant overlooking the finishing straight for £60 plus VAT per person with all proceeds donated towards the Hereford FC Academy.
Rebecca Davies, Executive Director at Hereford Racecourse commented, “I am thrilled to be working so closely with Hereford FC, both have had our challenges in the past but together we are helping the City enjoy a sporting resurgence. I hope many season ticket holders will come and enjoy the day for free and that together we can raise a substantial amount to ensure that the successful Academy continues to nurture the County’s footballing talent of the future.”
General Manager of Hereford FC, James Watts, said, “This is a great opportunity for Hereford FC to promote the good work that is being done by our newly formed Academy whilst raising funds for the continued development of our Academy product. In the last twelve months we have helped develop players from the age of 12 and we have created a very strong women’s team which shows how crucial the new Academy structure is not only to the Football Club but to Hereford and the surrounding areas. Additional funding will help us develop players from a younger age and this partnership with Hereford Racecourse is an ideal opportunity to raise the necessary funds to progress whilst offering our fans an alternative day during the football season.”
Hereford FC season ticket holders must apply for their complimentary ticket no later than Monday 4th February 2018 by emailing info@hereford-racecourse.co.uk with details of their stand or seat number.
To book places in the Hereford FC Restaurant please contact Martin Brain at commercial@herefordfc.co.uk
