Penfold Park
Penfold Park is a public park located in the center of Sha Tin Racecourse in Sha Tin, New Territory, Hong Kong. Covering over 20 acres of lush greenery, the park was built and is managed by the Hong Kong Jockey Club. Originally named Sha Tin Racecourse Park when it opened on May 11, 1979, it was renamed Penfold Park on September 18, 1979, in honor of Major-General D.J.S. Penfold, who served as the General Manager of the Hong Kong Jockey Club from 1972 to 1979. The park serves as the 'lungs of Sha Tin' and attracts over 15,000 visitors monthly, offering a safe, clean environment with expansive green spaces. It is a pet-friendly venue and can be used for equestrian competitions and other community activities. Notably, Penfold Park served as the venue for the equestrian events during the 2008 Olympic Games. The park is open from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM on non-racing days (opening at 9:30 AM on trial days, typically Tuesdays), but is closed on race days and Mondays (unless Monday is a public holiday, in which case it opens on Monday and closes the following day). Located within the racecourse grounds near Shing Mun River and Ho Tung Lau, the park provides a peaceful retreat for residents and visitors to enjoy nature in the heart of the city.
