Feb 2023
Visitor Guide: Bloomfields Horseboxes Afternoon Racing
Visitor Guide: Bloomfields Horseboxes Afternoon Racing – All You Need To Know
Car Parks Open: 11am | Gates Open: 11:30am | First Race 1:30pm | Last Race 4:45pm
Tickets & Hospitality
General admission tickets for Bloomfields Horseboxes Afternoon Racing are still available.
These can be purchased online at the Advance Saver rate until 5pm on Friday 17th February by clicking here.
Tickets will then be available on the East Gate from 11:30am on Sunday 19th February at the On The Day rate.
Any ticketbuyers arriving at the Racecourse on Sunday who do not have a swing badge should head to East Gate to collect one. This swing badge will then entitle admission into the Premier Enclosure on Sunday.
Ticket 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.
Racing Info, Going Update & Weather
We’re looking forward to seven races during Bloomfields Horseboxes Afternoon Racing; 1:30, 2:00, 2:30, 3:00, 3:35, 4:10, 4:45.
As of 9:30am on Wednesday 15th February the Going is Good To Firm, Good in places.
For the latest weather forecast for Newbury, please click here.
Enclosures
The Premier Enclosure is open for racegoers on Sunday, with racegoers required to wear their swing badge to gain access into this enclosure.
Any ticketbuyers who do not have a swing badge should report to East Gate on arrival to collect one.
The Dubai Duty Free Grandstand will be closed on Sunday for a private event – with only those booked into the Racegoers’ Restaurant able to access the Grandstand.
Getting Here & Travel
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.
Unfortunately, due to rail works there will be no trains running between Reading and Westbury on Sunday.
The Racecourse is also easily accessible by road, with free on-site parking and we ask that racegoers follow the brown attraction or yellow traffic management signs for the Racecourse.
Those travelling by road from the east, west and north via the M4 should enter site via Hambridge Road (nearest postcode RG14 7PN) and 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.
Car Parking
All on-site parking at Newbury Racecourse is free with Car Parks 4 & 5 open for Bloomfields Horseboxes Afternoon Racing.
Vehicles can also be left on-site overnight.
Newbury Racecourse Members and hospitality guests will receive priority parking in Car Park 4, subject to availability.
Car Parks 4 & 5 are available for use by all ticket holders and those arriving to buy tickets on the day.
Users of the new ‘what3words’ application are able to use ‘group.stay.leans’ for Car Park 4 and ‘unable.relax.sends’ for Car Park 5.
A Coach Park – for coaches and minibuses – is also available and staff will be on hand to direct appropriate vehicles to this car park.
Accommodation & Staying Over
Newbury Racecourse is home to The Lodge – a 36 bedroom hotel located close to the centre of the Racecourse – so why rush off after your raceday.
For more information on The Lodge and how to book a room please click here.
At the same time, 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.
Racecourse Map
Free Wi-Fi & App
Newbury Racecourse offer all racegoers the use of a free, high-speed 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 (£4)
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 on Sunday.
Racegoers will be able to make the most of a number of concessions both within and around the Premier Enclosure.
What’s On
As well as seven races live on track we’ll be showing some other sporting action on screens across the racecourse on Sunday.
Live Sport
TVs on the ground floor of the Dubai Duty Free Grandstand, Berkshire and Hampshire Stands – as well as the Crafty Filly – will be showing the below live sport on Saturday:
Manchester United v Leicester City (2pm kick off)
Dress Code
Newbury Racecourse wants all racegoers to feel comfortable during their visit.
Racegoers are encouraged to wear smart attire in these spaces 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.
Under 12s
Please note, no dress code applies to Under 12s in any of Newbury Racecourse’s spaces.
Other Important Information
Please note, Newbury Racecourse is a cashless site. Only the on-site bookmakers and the Tote will accept cash but please be aware there will be no cash machines on-site on Sunday.
Our Hennessy Restaurant is currently undergoing an exciting refurbishment and will re-open for the Dubai Duty Free Spring Trials Weekend in late April. The refurbishment plans are currently on display in the receptions of both the Berkshire and Hampshire Stands.
For those with Premier Enclosure admission a cloakroom facility will be available in the foyer of the Berkshire Stand, with this closing at 5:05pm on Sunday.
Please note, Newbury Racecourse operates a ‘Challenge 25’ policy for alcohol purchase and consumption. For anyone lucky enough to look under 25, you will need to show your ID at either the East Entrance or at the Berkshire Stand Reception, where you will be issued a ‘Challenge 25 wristband’.
Newbury Racecourse operate a zero-tolerance policy on anti-social behaviour and on the use of drugs.
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 trains, 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.
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 2023.
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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