WELCOME
​The Association of Irish Racehorse Owners (AIRO) promotes and protects the interests of Irish racehorse owners.  The association is run by the Manager and overseen by the board of directors who give of their time voluntarily for the betterment of every member.
Horse Racing Ireland (HRI), the sport's administrator, officially recognises AIRO as the Owner's representative body and an AIRO representative holds a seat on HRI's 14 member board.
​Being a member of AIRO ensures that your voice is heard as well as offering a number of valuable benefits including public liability insurance. We welcome all owners to our website and hope you find it informative and interesting.

Yours in racing,
Regina Byrne, Manager
Tel:  (045) 878173  Mob: (087) 1515119
​Email:  [email protected]

LATEST NEWS

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The last weekend in June can only mean one thing in Irish Flat racing – The Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby Festival at the Curragh. Three glorious days of top-class racing, outstanding performances and fantastic entertainment once again showcased why the Curragh proudly holds the title of the Home of Champions.

Owners free Race Days for 2026

UPCOMING events

Irish & UK Racing Festivals
Killarney Races
13th - 17th July, 2026
Irish Oaks Weekend
18th - 19th July, 2026
Galway Racing Festival 
27th July - 02nd August, 2026
Glorious Goodwood Festival
28th July - 01st August, 2026
Ebor Festival - York 
19th - 22nd August, 2026

RECENT WINNERS

CONGRATULATIONS!

To each and every one of our members on their recent successes!

AIRO MEMBERS BENEFITS

The Association of Racehorse Owners, Promotes & Protects the interests of Irish Racehorse Owners

LIABILITY INSURANCE

Third party liability cover up to a limit of €6.5 million

Racing TV Offer

Half price RacingTV offer for AIRO Members, contact the office for application form 045 878173

Racing Post PhOTOS

20% discount on Racing Post photographs

HOSPITALITY MARQUEES

At Punchestown Festival
Discounted Meet & Mingle corporate days & overseas members trips at  racing festivals 

CHELTENHAM FESTIVAL

Discounted rates for ROA Marquee at the Festival

DEAUVILLE AUGUST MEETINGS

Free entry & access to owners area during August Festival

Location & CONTACT


AIRO
Greenhills
Kill
​Co. Kildare

​PHONE
​Tel:  045-878131 Mob: 087 1515119

EMAIL
​[email protected]