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Musselburgh racecourse
Dual Purpose
Musselburgh, East Lothian

Musselburgh Racecourse

Dual-purpose racing on Edinburgh's doorstep

Musselburgh is a compact, right-handed dual-purpose course on the outskirts of Edinburgh, situated beside the Firth of Forth. One of the oldest racing venues in Scotland, it hosts a busy programme of flat and jumps racing, with the Scottish Sprint Cup adding a touch of class to the calendar.

Established1816
Capacity5,000
Signature RaceScottish Sprint Cup
PostcodeEH21 7RG
Nearest StationMusselburgh
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Musselburgh Guides & Articles

Everything you need to know about Musselburgh Racecourse — from complete guides to betting tips and race day planning.

Betting at Musselburgh Racecourse

Betting at Musselburgh Racecourse

How to bet smarter at Musselburgh — track characteristics, going and draw, key trainers and jockeys, and strategies for Scotland's dual-purpose course.

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Musselburgh Racecourse: Complete Guide

Musselburgh Racecourse: Complete Guide

Musselburgh — Scotland's dual-purpose course on Edinburgh's doorstep, the Scottish Sprint Cup, and racing beside the Firth of Forth.

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A Day Out at Musselburgh Racecourse

A Day Out at Musselburgh Racecourse

A day at Musselburgh — getting there, what to wear, enclosures, food and drink, and insider tips for Scotland's dual-purpose course on Edinburgh's doorstep.

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The History of Musselburgh Racecourse

The History of Musselburgh Racecourse

Over 200 years of racing at Musselburgh — from Leith sands and the Royal Caledonian Hunt to Edinburgh's doorstep and Scotland's dual-purpose course.

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Musselburgh New Year's Day: Complete Guide

Musselburgh New Year's Day: Complete Guide

Musselburgh New Year's Day meeting — Scotland's largest sporting event on 1 January, with jumps racing, live music, and festive atmosphere.

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New Year's Day Racing at Musselburgh: The Complete Guide

New Year's Day Racing at Musselburgh: The Complete Guide

Your guide to New Year's Day racing at Musselburgh — Britain's most atmospheric January 1st occasion. Race card breakdown, betting angles, how to get there from Edinburgh, and what to expect from Scotland's most festive race day.

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Scatter Dice at Musselburgh: The Complete Story

Scatter Dice at Musselburgh: The Complete Story

Scatter Dice won the Edinburgh Cup at Musselburgh in 2012 before landing the Cesarewitch at 66-1 in 2013 — one of Scotland's most memorable flat racing stories.

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Scottish Sprint Cup: Complete Guide

Scottish Sprint Cup: Complete Guide

Your complete guide to the Scottish Sprint Cup — Musselburgh's flagship sprint handicap, held each June on Edinburgh's doorstep.

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