Thousands attend Great Yarmouth Racecourse Ladies Evening

As usual many donned their best and most colourful frocks or dug out their top suits to wear, with this year's Style Awards said to have been one of the most competitive.

Early evening downpours failed to dampen spirits as visitors were treated to a post-race live set by Radio 2 DJ Scott Mills.

Racecourse manager Glenn Tubby said: "It was a fantastic night.

"The weather tried to ruin it, but we got away with it in the end. 

"A lot of people entered the style awards, which is always a highlight. Everyone was dressed to impress.

"I was told Scott Mills had never been to the town before. His manager said he had a great time being here."

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Haven Seashore caravan owners all set for a day at the races. Picture - Sonya Duncan (Image: Sonya Duncan)

Among the 3,000 racegoers were caravan owners from Haven Seashore who rolled up in style onboard the Great Yarmouth Road Train.

The unique entrance was organised by Marie Allen, Seashore caravan owner and Haven sales rep.

Caravan owners making their way to Great Yarmouth Racecourse onboard the road train. Picture - Sonya Duncan (Image: Sonya Duncan)

"We always look forward to coming," she said.

"It's just a great place where you can get dressed up while having a fun day out of work.

Andy Greeves and Marie Allen at Great Yarmouth Racecourse. Picture - Sonya Duncan (Image: Sonya Duncan)

"We are a very close-knit community of owners inside Seashore. You just know everybody, and people's doors are always open for a chat or a cup of tea.

"I love what I do here and it's great to bring people along for fun events such as this."

Paul Steele (right) with other caravan owners en route to Great Yarmouth Racecourse. Picture - Sonya Duncan (Image: Sonya Duncan)

Caravan owner Paul Steele said the group wanted a bit of style with their Road Train entrance.

"It's always a great laugh," he said.

"We've enjoyed canopes, had a giggle, and I can't wait for the races to start."

The Style Awards was said to be competitive at Great Yarmouth Racecourse's 2023 Ladies Evening event. Picture - Sonya Duncan (Image: Sonya Duncan)

Equipped for the weather, employees from Aeropak Manufacturing arrived with matching Union flag umbrellas.

Teresa Leese, head of purchasing and supply, said: "The whole company's here tonight, and we've picked our favourite horses."

3,000 racegoers attended Ladies Evening at Great Yarmouth Racecourse. Picture - Sonya Duncan (Image: Sonya Duncan)