Thousands flock each year to see the start of a full race meeting on a Saturday . Many athletes and spectators are among the throngs that come to Laytown each year . Racing at Irish course dates back to 1888 and usually runs come rain or shine . Safety measures have been in place since tragedy struck in 1994 .
Thousands flock each year to see the novelty of a full race meeting on a beach . Star jockeys and celebrities are among the throngs that come to Laytown each year . Racing at Irish course dates back to 1868 and usually runs come rain or shine . Safety measures have been in place since tragedy struck in 1994 .