Visitor Guide: BetVictor Flat Finale With Oktoberfest | Friday 23rd & Saturday 24th October

Timings

Friday 18th October
Car Parks Open: 11:30am
Gates Open: 12:00pm
First Race: 1:42pm
Last Race: 4:40pm
Afterparty: 4:45pm (Approx.)

Saturday 19th October
Car Parks Open: 11:30am
Gates Open: 12:00pm
First Race: 1:55pm
Last Race: 5:25pm
Afterparty: 5:30pm (Approx.)

Please note, these timings are subject to slight change.

What’s on

While the racing action takes centre stage at the BetVictor Flat Finale with Oktoberfest, there’s plenty for racegoers to enjoy away from the track throughout the day.

The Dubai Duty Free Grandstand will be transformed into a Bavarian beer hall, complete with live Oompah music creating an authentic Oktoberfest atmosphere from the moment gates open. Once the final race has been run, the celebrations continue with an afterparty to round off the day’s festivities.

Keeping the Oktoberfest spirit alive throughout the afternoon will be Eva Von Schnippisch, who will be hosting the entertainment in the Grandstand. Expect sing-alongs, dance-alongs, games and plenty of interactive fun as she keeps the Bavarian celebrations in full swing.

Racegoers are also encouraged to embrace the theme by arriving in their finest lederhosen or dirndl, helping add to the festival atmosphere around the racecourse.

For those hoping to make it onto the big screen, the popular Fan Cam will be live across the racecourse throughout the afternoon. Gather your friends and family, strike a pose and you could find yourself featured as part of the raceday entertainment.

Visitors can also meet Maherlvous, Newbury Racecourse’s equine ambassador. Visiting courtesy of Greatwood Charity, the retired racehorse will be on hand to meet racegoers and offer an insight into life after racing.

For those looking to get even closer to the action, the ever-popular Trips to the Start provide a unique behind-the-scenes experience. Racegoers can accompany staff to the start and watch the horses up close as they load into the stalls before racing begins. Times for each trip will be displayed outside the jockeys’ weighing room.

As the day’s racing and Oktoberfest celebrations come to an end, racegoers can make use of a free shuttle bus service operating between the Eastern Entrance and The Post Box Sports Bar in Newbury. The shuttle will run from 4:30pm until 7:00pm.

With top-class Flat racing, authentic Oktoberfest entertainment and plenty of activities throughout the afternoon, the BetVictor Flat Finale with Oktoberfest promises a fantastic day out both on and off the track.

ACCESSING THE RACECOURSE

Please enter the Racecourse through the East Entrance, highlighted on the map below.

YOUR TICKETS

Your ticket(s) should have arrived via email.
You’ll also be able to access your ticket(s) on the Raceday Ready app – which is available to download via the links below.
Simply scan your digital ticket(s) at the gates via the app – or via the attachment(s) you receive via email – to gain access to the Racecourse.
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You’ll also be able to print the digital ticket(s) you received via email and scan printed versions on arrival if you’d prefer.
If you’re looking to purchase additional tickets for friends or family you can do so online below or on the gate on the day.

FRIDAY TICKETS

SATURDAY TICKETS

If you haven’t received your tickets, please check your junk folder or contact us via info@newburyracecourse.co.uk or 01635 019789 and we’ll be able to resend your tickets for you.

DRESS CODE

Dress for Oktoberfest – get into the Bavarian spirit and join us in your finest lederhosen or dirndl!
Newbury Racecourse wants all racegoers to feel comfortable during their visit – please see below for dress recommendations.

Grandstand Enclosure
Newbury’s Grandstand Enclosure offers a relaxed dress code with non-offensive fancy dress welcome.
Please note, football/sports team shirts are not permitted.

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.
We just ask that denim isn’t ripped while fancy dress, 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.

Still not sure what to wear?
Visit our ‘What To Wear’ page for some inspiration.

WHAT TO WEAR

FOOD & DRINK

An array of food and drink – catering for a wide range of taste and dietary requirements – will be available across the Racecourse.

In keeping with the Oktoberfest theme, steins of Löwenbräu German beer will be available on the ground floor of the Dubai Duty Free Grandstand, alongside bratwurst to add a taste of Bavaria to your raceday.

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.

FOOD & DRINK

RACING INFO & WEATHER

Friday 23rd October
We’re looking forward to seven races on Friday:
13:42, 14:17, 14:52, 15:27, 16:02, 16:40.

Saturday 24th October
We’re looking forward to seven races on Saturday:
13:55, 14:35, 15:10, 15:45, 16:20, 16:50, 17:25.

Check the official Going Report for daily updates on track conditions below.

GOING REPORT

For the latest weather forecast for Newbury, please follow the link below.

WEATHER REPORT

RACECOURSE MAP

Take a look below to get your bearings ahead of your visit.

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).

If travelling by road, please follow traffic marshal directions when arriving, who will be on hand to direct you to the appropriate car parks.

PLAN YOUR JOURNEY

CAR PARKING

All on-site parking at Newbury Racecourse is free with Car Parks 4 & 5 open for the BetVictor Flat Finale with Oktoberfest.
Please note, priority parking is reserved for Members in Car Park 4a with Car Park 4b and Car Park 5 available for all other racegoers.
Please follow our stewarding team’s instructions when arriving to park.
Car parks open at 12pm on Friday and 11am on Saturday, while vehicles can be left on-site overnight.
A coach park – for minibuses and coaches – is also available and staff will be on hand to direct appropriate vehicles to this car park.
Please note, if you require wheelchair access we advise parking in Car Park 4 and entering via the East Entrance.

Grandstand Enclosure:
Car Park 4 & 5

Premier Enclosure & Hospitality:
Car Park 4 & 5

Members: 
Car Park 4a, 4b & 5
Please note, priority parking is reserved for Members in Car Park 4a with Car Park 4b and Car Park 5 available for all other racegoers.

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 be available for use on-site at Newbury Racecourse – this can be accessed via links below or QR codes across site and within the Racecard.
You’ll also be able to access your ticket(s) on the Raceday Ready app.
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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.

Under 18s
Any racegoers under the age of 18 will need to be accompanied by a responsible adult (aged 21 or over or their parent) to enter the Racecourse, with a maximum of three Under 18s with any one adult.
Once on-site at the Racecourse, those aged 15 or under will need to be accompanied by their responsible adult at all times.

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.

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.

TICKETS