BetVictor Hungerford Day with Dizzee Rascal Live After Racing
Visitor Guide: BetVictor Hungerford Day with Dizzee Rascal – All You Need To Know
Car Parks Open: 11:00am | Gates Open: 11:30am | First Race: 1:50pm | Last Race: 5:15pm | Emily Nash: Approx. 5:35pm| Dizzee Rascal Live: Approx. 6:30pm
Going Update: Good To Firm
TICKETS AVAILABLE ON THE GATE
Newbury Racecourse is thrilled to reveal the second Party in the Paddock act of 2024, DIZZEE RASCAL as the headliner for BetVictor Hungerford Day, performing live after racing on Saturday 17th August.
Dizzee Rascal is easily the most acclaimed and influential artist associated with London’s grime scene, and one of the most successful British rappers of all time. His widely praised 2003 debut, Boy in da Corner, released when the innovative MC and producer was only 18, won the UK’s prestigious Mercury Prize and remains the definitive grime full-length. Since then, he’s catapulted to international stardom, working with artists such Calvin Harris, Arctic Monkeys and Shakira, scoring four UK number one hits from his fourth album, 2009’s dance-oriented Tongue N’ Cheek. He released his eighth studio album Don’t Take It Personal earlier this year which marked a return to his earlier grime sound.
Tickets & Hospitality
Tickets start from just £50.
Tickets for DIZZEE RASCAL at Newbury Racecourse are now on the gate from 11:30am on Saturday 17th August.
TICKETS AVAILABLE ON THE GATE
TICKETS AVAILABLE ON THE GATE
Hospitality packages – priced from £139 per person – upgrade on the day from £90pp visit the Ticket Sales and Upgrades Booth to check current availability.
UPGRADES AVAILABLE ON THE DAY
Tickets will be available on the East Gate from 11:30am on the day.
Ticket and swing badge collection – and the reprinting of misplaced tickets – will be available at the East Gate. For those racegoers requiring ticket collection or ticketing reprinting services we ask that a booking reference number is at the ready to provide to staff.
Getting Here & Travel
By Rail
Newbury Racecourse has its own train station, which is just one stop from Newbury Station with regular connections from major stations across the region.
Once arriving at Newbury Racecourse station it’s simply a case of making the short walk (1-2 minutes) to the Racecourse.
By Road
The Racecourse is also easily accessible by road, with free on-site parking.
Those travelling by road from the east, west and north via the M4 should enter site via Hambridge Road (nearest postcode RG14 7PN), while those travelling from the south via the A339 should enter the course via Racecourse Road (nearest postcode RG14 7GL).
Shuttle Bus
A shuttle bus service will be running from the Racecourse to Newbury Bus Station between 7pm – 9pm.
If travelling by road, please follow traffic marshal directions when arriving, who will be on hand to direct you to the appropriate car parks.
The Concert
DJ Emily Nash will be performing a high-energy set ahead of Dizzee taking to the stage with Emily’s set to commence at approximately 5:35pm.
Dizzee Rascal is then set to take to the stage at approximately 6:30pm.
The stage is located within the Grandstand Enclosure, with standing space available in front of the stage.
Video and audio from the concert will be shown on screens around the Racecourse.
A dedicated Family Zone will be available for those with children.
An accessible viewing platform – adjacent to the Dubai Duty Free Grandstand – will be available for those with Accessible tickets. Please note, access to this platform is on a first come, first served basis.
Dizzee Rascal Close Proximity Viewing Upgrade
Our Close Proximity upgrade – available for just £14 per person – means you can get up close and personal to Dizzee courtesy of access to an exclusive, reserved viewing area directly in front of the stage.
These upgrades are available as an add-on to your ticket(s) and can be purchased on site at the Ticket Sales and Upgrade Booth.
CLOSE PROXIMITY UPGRADE AVAILABLE ON THE DAY
Racecourse Map
Take a look below to get your bearings ahead of your visit.
Dress Code
Newbury Racecourse wants all racegoers to feel comfortable during their visit – please see below for dress recommendations for BetVictor Hungerford Day with Dizzee Rascal.
Premier Enclosure
Racegoers are encouraged to wear smart attire in the Premier Enclosure and many racegoers choose to dress up for their day with us.
Smart shorts, smart denim jeans and trainers are all permitted.
Denim must not be ripped, fancy dress, and football/sports team shirts and vests are not permitted.
Grandstand Enclosure
Newbury’s Grandstand Enclosure offers a more relaxed dress code with non-offensive fancy dress welcome. Football/sports team shirts and vests are not permitted.
Under 12s
Please note, no dress code applies to Under 12s in any of Newbury Racecourse’s spaces.
Racing Info & Weather
There will be seven races to enjoy during BetVictor Hungerford Day with Dizzee Rascal.
Race Times: 1:50, 2:25, 3:00, 3:35, 4:05, 4:40 & 5:15.
For the latest weather forecast for Newbury, please click here.
Free Wi-Fi & App
Newbury Racecourse offer all racegoers the use of a free Wi-Fi service.
When on-site simply select ‘FREE WIFI’ and create an account to start using the free service.
Britbet’s Raceday Ready App – designed to enhance your experience with us – will also be available for use once on-site at Newbury Racecourse – this can be accessed via QR codes across site and also from links within the Racecard.
Racecards
If you’re thinking of having a bet while you’re with us then you’ll be able to get all the insight and latest form within our Racecard.
These are available to purchase from sellers on the East Entrance and at the designated Racecard booths and are priced at £4.
Food & Drink
An array of food and drink – catering for a wide range of taste and dietary requirements – will be available across the Racecourse.
Vegan Offering
The Racecourse’s three coffee yards – on the ground and first floors of the Berkshire Stand and the first floor of the Dubai Duty Free Grandstand – offer a number of hot and cold vegan options.
Gluten Free Offering
The Butchers’ Block (ground floor of Berkshire), The Paddock Kitchen (first floor of Berkshire), Piglets Pantry (first floor of Hampshire) and the 1905 (first floor of the Hampshire) all offer menus which can be tailored to create gluten free options.
Dairy Free Offering
Oat, almond and soya milk are available across the Racecourse.
Should you have any queries or questions regarding the Racecourse’s food and drink offering please don’t hesitate to ask a member of the catering team.
Accommodation & Staying Over
Newbury Racecourse have teamed up with HotelPlanner.com to provide our racegoers with discounted hotel prices.
Click here to find out more and book a room.
Other Important Information
Cashless Site
Please note, Newbury Racecourse is a cashless site. Only the on-site bookmakers and the Tote will accept cash. Cash machines can be found on-site.
Challenge 25
Please note, Newbury Racecourse operates a ‘Challenge 25’ policy for alcohol purchase and consumption. Anyone lucky enough to look under 25, will need to show ID at either the East Entrance or at the Berkshire Stand Reception, where a ‘Challenge 25′ wristband will be issued.
Under 18 Tickets
Under 18s are entitled to discounted admission to BetVictor Hungerford Day with Dizzee Rascal. Under 4s go free with complimentary tickets available to be claimed on the gate on the day.
Please note, under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult for valid entry.
Drugs Detection Dogs
Newbury Racecourse operate a zero-tolerance policy on anti-social behaviour and on the use of drugs. Drugs detection dogs will be on-site and on all entrances.
Ticket Touts
Please do not buy or sell from unauthorised ticket touts as we cannot guarantee tickets purchased in this manner will be valid for entry.
Security Checks and Searches
Bags may be searched upon entry and re-entry, we therefore ask racegoers to consider keeping bags and possessions to a minimum. Wand searches and or pat downs may also be carried out.
First Aid
A First Aid point is available adjacent to the East Entrance.
Leaving The Racecourse
At the end of your day, and upon leaving the racecourse, we ask that racegoers are patient as there may be queues for buses, taxis and to leave the car parks. Taxis are limited, and we strongly advise pre-booking to ensure your journey home is as seamless as possible.
Avoid the traffic and take advance of the free shuttle bus which will be running from the Racecourse to Newbury Bus Station between 7pm – 9pm.
Further Enquiries
Should you have any questions that weren’t answered in this Visitor Guide please don’t hesitate to contact Newbury Racecourse’s Customer Experience team, available via 01635 40015, with phonelines open between 9am-5pm Monday to Friday and on weekend racedays.
Memberships & Future Raceday Tickets
There’s a whole host to look forward to at Newbury Racecourse throughout 2024.
The ultimate way to enjoy everything on offer is with a Membership – for more information on how to join as a Newbury Racecourse Member and get closer to the action please click here.
To check the details of future racedays and begin planning your next trip, please click here.
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