The going is good for horse racing fans at Warwick Racecourse after a Warwickshire law-firm went the extra furlong to secure new alcohol licences for its bars and restaurants.
A fresh licence was needed at the course after recent £2.2 million improvements so that guests could continue to enjoy a drink.
And licensing expert Andrew Potts, from Wright Hassall in Leamington Spa, managed to overcome potential hurdles to get the licence past the post.
Warwick Racecourse is one of the busiest in the UK, holding 25 meetings throughout the year and welcomes in excess of 60,000 visitors each year.
Huw Williams, managing director of Warwick Racecourse, said: “The hospitality side of the racecourse is an essential part of our business both on race days and throughout the year for meetings, conferences and the other events we host.
Andrew, who is part of the licensing department at the 200-strong firm, said: “I have enjoyed hospitality over the years at Warwick Racecourse and it is a great regional asset. We have tied up its licence to ensure that race-goers can enjoy a tip and a tipple.
“Luckily, we have an expanding licence and gaming team and so we can make sure we are a safe bet.”
