Naas Racecourse is a dual-purpose track in County Kildare serving both flat and National Hunt racing throughout the year. Located close to the major Kildare training centres, it regularly features horses making early season appearances or trainers using it as a stepping stone to bigger prizes. This guide covers Naas's character, key races and how to approach betting at the course.
Naas Racecourse: Overview
Naas is a right-handed, undulating circuit with straight and round course options. It stages flat racing from April to October and National Hunt racing from October to May. The course's proximity to major training establishments in Kildare (Curragh, Maddenstown, Closutton) means it regularly features well-prepared horses from leading yards making their seasonal debuts or second runs of the year.
Flat Racing at Naas
Naas flat cards feature a mix of maiden races, conditions events and handicaps. The course is particularly notable as an early-season pointer — trainers use Naas maidens in April and May to introduce Classic prospects before Leopardstown and The Curragh come into focus. Spotting a well-regarded maiden winner at Naas before the market recognises it is a known angle among Irish flat racing punters.
National Hunt at Naas
Naas hosts winter National Hunt cards with Grade 2 and Listed races that serve as trials for Leopardstown and Punchestown. The Naas Novice Hurdle series and the Leinster National (a valuable handicap chase) are the most followed races from a betting perspective.
Each-Way Betting at Naas
Field sizes at Naas vary. For maidens and conditions races (8–14 runners), standard each-way terms are 3 places at 1/4 odds. For handicaps with 12–20 runners, 4 places at 1/4 odds are typical. Always confirm terms before placing — bookmakers can vary. Use our each-way calculator for exact return calculations.
Responsible Betting
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Naas Racecourse flat and National Hunt markets throughout the year. GRAI remote betting licence in force. 18+ only, T&Cs apply.
Bet at Naas Racecourse →Frequently Asked Questions
Naas Racecourse is located in Naas, County Kildare, approximately 30km south-west of Dublin.
Yes. Naas is a dual-purpose course staging flat racing from April to October and National Hunt (hurdles and chases) from October to May.
Terms depend on field size. Conditions races with 8–14 runners attract 3 places at 1/4 odds; larger handicaps may attract 4 places. Always confirm before placing.
The Leinster National is a handicap chase at Naas, typically run in spring, serving as one of the leading Irish staying chase handicaps outside the main festival meetings.