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Long Run Balcony Boxes
Long Run Balcony Boxes Hospitality Critic Review
Introduction
The Long Run Boxes are named after the 2011 Cheltenham Gold Cup winner. They are standard hospitality suites with moveable divisions, which allow the boxes to be available for private use or as shared-restaurant facilities. This flexibility means that they can provide companies with reasonably large private viewing boxes if required. The Long Run Boxes tend to be the least expensive viewing boxes on the racecourse.
Location
The boxes are situated at the far end of the largest temporary glass-fronted box structure in Europe (that being, they are the furthest away from the winning post). Each box has a large outside viewing balcony, from where guests enjoy views of the horses as they race down the hill and over the final two fences. More distant views can be enjoyed of the horses going up the hill towards the winning post. The boxes are available on all three levels of the structure. The boxes on Level 3 (top floor) are priced at a surcharge as they have some upgraded features, superior views, and no supporting columns (that might hinder space).
Facility/Décor
There is no special theming, the décor is fairly ordinary with dining on round tables. Level 3 boxes have upgraded carpet, furniture & lighting and are generally more spacious.
Private Tables
Private Tables are available for 8-12 guests, smaller groups will be asked to share. Private boxes for 30-80 guests are also available for companies looking for exclusivity.
Admission
A Club Admission ticket is included, which is the premier enclosure at Cheltenham. Race viewing is standing from the outside balcony (there are no seats).
Catering
The catering supplied in this facility is Cheltenham’s standard catering package, that being morning coffee & biscuits, a 4-course set Luncheon and Afternoon Tea.
Table setting within the boxes
Drinks
There is a Bucks Fizz reception, and the bar is complimentary including, wines, beers, spirits, and soft drinks. Please note, however, that champagne is an extra charge.
Service
In addition to the waiting staff, the boxes come with hostess service, which enhances the drink service.
Entertainment
A racing tipster, usually a previous champion jockey, visits daily during lunch to give their betting recommendations.
Audio-Visual
There is a TV monitor in each box for 30-40 guests and a PA system for the guest tipster.
Car Parking
Car park passes are allocated on a 1:2 basis, car parking is situated in the general public areas.
Extras
A Racecard is included, and there are Tote betting facilities available.
Ratings
Understand our scoring
68 / 100
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Paul Terry (61)
Hospitality Critic Reviewer
