Globe Derby Park
S 34° 47.805 E 138° 35.415
54H E 279541 N 6146849
Home of Harness Racing SA
Waymark Code: WME6VA
Location: South Australia, Australia
Date Posted: 04/11/2012
Views: 13
Globe Derby is the main harness racing track in Adelaide with racing generally on a Saturday night and Monday afternoons, but changes to Friday nights during winter.
The track is well lit at night and as is quite visible for some distance at it is located on the outskirts of suburban Adelaide.
From reading race details using the provided link, prize money averages around $3,000.
The entire suburb surrounding the race track is dedicated to racing with all the houses featuring stables and paddocks for horses.
The provided coordinates take you to the main Southern entrance off Globe Derby Drive. If you visit on a non-race day, you can view the track from the trainers entrance at the Northern end.
Types of Races: Harness Racing
Racing Season: From: 01/01/2012 To: 12/31/2012
Year Opened: 06/24/1969
Famous Races:
2007 Interdominion Championships
Additional Information:
Betting is provided on site.
A large carpark is provided.
Racecourse Web Site: [Web Link]
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Visit Instructions:To post a Visit for a waymark in this category, you will need to physically visit the track described in the waymark. If possible a photo of yourself at the track should be included in your log. Feel free to post some photos of the races you attended and of the fine animals you've seen. Did you have a photo taken with a Jockey?
You do not need to enter the track or attend an event to post a visit. However a photo of you outside the track with some racecourse signage is requested.
If you would like, share a story about your visit. Did you bet at the track? How much did you win? How much did you lose?