Picnic racing returns to Woolamai

Racing returns to the picturesque setting of Woolamai racecourse on Saturday. 189546 Picture: SUPPLIED

Picnic racing gallops into action this Saturday at the Woolamai Racecourse.

It’s always a great atmosphere with families and social groups meeting under the famous elm trees.

After a difficult last two seasons with no crowds or limited numbers, racegoers were able to come back to racing in good numbers to the Cranbourne Cup recently. Woolamai and District Racing Club Secretary, Adam Olszanski, is encouraging people to attend.

“We can now have unlimited attendance and vaccinated patrons will appreciate the upgrades to facilities including expanded lawn viewing area, new bar and upgraded toilet facilities,” Olszanski said.

“Race fields are looking strong with many trainers anxious to kick off their horses’ summer campaigns this coming Saturday. I would encourage people to purchase tickets through the club’s website.”

The Woolamai Racecourse is situated on Trew Rd just east of the Bass Township.