The Chester Racecourse, also known as The Roodee, holds the distinction of being the oldest racecourse in England that is still in use today. Spread across a sprawling 65 acres, this historic racecourse is located on the picturesque banks of the River Dee. Its prime location within the city makes race meetings at Chester extremely popular among visitors, as they can easily access nearby hotels, bars, shopping areas, and restaurants with just a short stroll.