Romford opened its doors to its new grandstand for the first time on Friday night.

Everything went to plan and the London Road venue is on schedule for its grand re-opening, with a spectacular 16 all-open race card next Friday.

Romford bookies relocate to the new stand for the first time. Photo: © Steve Nash

Ready for business: a welcoming entrance to Romford’s stunning new stand, with appropriately named bar for its “soft opening” on Champion Stakes semis night. Photo: © Steve Nash

A few of the regulars were quick to find new favourite spots. Photo: © Steve Nash