This section provides a specific overview of the significant contribution of horse racing to the Counties of Carlow and Kilkenny, where the industry generates €217 million in expenditure and provides 2,830 jobs. 43,925 racegoers attended Gowran Park racecourse in 2023. The region is home to 551 breeders and 49 trainers, and generated bloodstock sales of €50.5 million.
