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A Step Back In Time

Racing History Tour

JOIN THE JOURNEY AND EXPLORE SOME OF THE FASCINATING RACING AND ART HISTORY

Horseracing in South Africa dates back to 1797, with racing originally taking place at Green Point Common. A few years later, the South African Turf Club was founded in 1802. Over the years, as racing in South Africa began to take shape, Kenilworth Racecourse was established in 1881.

Today, Hollywoodbets Kenilworth is one of the country’s most beautiful racecourses set against the backdrop of Table Mountain while serving as a conservation area for endangered species. Embracing its heritage and history, Cape Racing hosts major races and lifestyle events, serving as a key cultural and sporting hub in South Africa.

Discover

Horseracing galloped through history, from ancient chariots to modern tracks, earning its title as the 'Sport of Kings'.

Centuries

A thrilling blend of speed, strategy, and elegance, horseracing has captivated royalty and commoners alike for centuries.

Timeless

Rooted in ancient competitions, horseracing is a timeless spectacle of power, grace, and unbridled excitement.

History

The thundering hooves of horseracing have echoed across history, uniting cultures in a pursuit of glory and fortune.

Roots

With roots in ancient civilizations, horseracing remains a pulse-pounding testament to the bond between man and horse.

Tradition

Horseracing is a tradition steeped in elegance and adrenaline, where every race writes a new chapter in history.

Celebration

A celebration of human ambition and equine majesty, horseracing has been the crown jewel of sports for millennia.

Legends

The thrill of horseracing lies in its unpredictability, where legends are born and fortunes won in mere moments.