When is Easter 2025?
This year sees a late one! With Easter Sunday falling on 20th April 2025, and Easter Monday landing on 21st April 2025. As the Easter holidays stretch across a couple of weeks, families and friends will be looking for exciting things to do over the Easter weekend – and Chepstow has plenty to offer!
Why Spend Easter at the Races?
For those looking for a fun-filled Easter Monday event, Chepstow Racecourse’s Easter Monday Bank Holiday Raceday is the perfect choice. This Easter day out is packed with excitement, offering thrilling horse racing, live entertainment, and a vibrant festival atmosphere. Here’s why it makes for an unmissable day out:
- Family-Friendly Fun: Children go free, making it an affordable day out for families looking for things to do over the Easter weekend.
- Great Group Discounts: Whether you’re planning a day with friends or a big family gathering, Chepstow Racecourse offers fantastic group rates, making it an easy choice for Easter holiday plans.
- Live Music All Day: With a Bank Holiday music festival theme, expect plenty of tribute bands playing crowd-favourite tunes throughout the day.
- Fresh Spring Air: With warmer temperatures arriving, Easter is the ideal time to enjoy the great outdoors, and what better way to do that than by watching live sports in a scenic setting?
Gates open just before midday, with the first race kicking off just before 2pm and the last race finishing just after 5pm. That gives you plenty of time to soak up the lively atmosphere and make the most of the Bank Holiday.
Other Local Easter Activities
If you’re spending the Easter holidays in South Wales, there’s even more to explore in and around Chepstow:
- Chepstow Castle – One of the UK’s most picturesque castles, it’s hosting a family-friendly Easter Codebreaker event over the long weekend. A mere 6 minutes away from the racecourse.
- Chepstow Walking Festival – Picks up on the 22nd, so a great way to extend the Easter weekend, and experience a number of guided walks around the stunning landscape.
- Exploring the Wye Valley – For if you want to explore yourself - With rolling hills and breathtaking riverside views, the Wye Valley is a fantastic place to enjoy a relaxed Easter break.
Book Now
If you’re looking for things to do on Easter Monday 2025, don’t miss out on the Easter Monday Bank Holiday Raceday at Chepstow Racecourse. With an unbeatable combination of thrilling races, live music, family-friendly entertainment, and great group discounts, it’s the perfect way to enjoy the long weekend.
Tickets are available now, so book in advance to secure your spot and make the most of your Easter days out!
