Scottsville Racecourse-Gold Circle | 45 New England Rd, Scottsville, Pietermaritzburg, 3201, KwaZulu-Natal

The track is right-handed (races are run clockwise), oval shaped, and approximately 2300 metres in circumference with a banked turn allowing for an easy transition into the home straight with a 550 metre run in. Scottsville also has a 1200 metre straight course. A moveable rail allows for an interchangeable home stretch for races longer than 1200 metres.Scottsvilles modern facilities incorporate all the very best in racecourse comfort, elegance and intimacy, and patrons are offered a wide choice of restaurants and bars in which to enjoy top class racing â¿ a must visit destination for all horseracing enthusiasts. Tsogo Sunâ¿s Golden Horse Casino is conveniently attached to the back of the Scottsville Grandstand allowing both racing and casino customers easy access to both facilities. The highlight of the Scottsville racing calendar is the Tsogo Sun Sprint Raceday which features four Grade 1, 1200 metre, sprint races. The Jackpot of Sprints ensures a thoroughly entertaining day for racing enthusias