What's On
Ladbrokes Winter Carnival - Gentleman's Day
Featured EventDust off your finest suits and polish those tips, Gentleman’s Day is the perfect excuse to suit-up and revel in a day at the races with friends. Got that ‘Peaky Blinder’ style going on, don’t miss the chance to be crowned ‘best dressed’ with fantastic prizes on offer! Get into the Christmas spirit with an array of beers and ciders to sample throughout the day in the new ‘Winter Garden’.
Winners on this day have included Santini, Clan des Obeaux, Unowhatimeanharry and Beer Goggles, who followed in the footsteps of Big Buck’s, Inglis Drever and Thistlecrack in landing the Grade 2 Ladbrokes Long Distance Hurdle. Once the racing is finished, the party continues with local band Uncovered, and a resident DJ.
Ladbrokes Winter Carnival - Trophy Day
Featured EventThis is the big one! Head to Newbury for a party to remember at the social event of the season. Enjoy festive menus, mulled wine and winter cocktails in the ‘Winter Garden’ for Ladbrokes Trophy Day. The perfect excuse to don your finest glad rags and pull out the faux fur, get to together with your friends and loved ones and welcome Christmas in style.
Enjoy a proper day of racing, with one of the most historical races in the country, which has been won by many greats in the form of Denman, Many Clouds and Native River. Worth an impressive £350,000, this is a race where legends are made. End the day at the exclusive after-party featuring The Radio Kings, followed by a DJ set.
Prodec Networks December Afternoon Racing
Featured EventOur penultimate meeting of the year features a seven-race card of competitive Jump racing.
Betway Challow Hurdle Day
Featured EventThe final raceday of 2019 features the Grade 1 Betway Challow Hurdle. The race has been won by the likes of Denman, Taquin de Seuil and Barters Hill in recent years and is always one of the most competitive and informative races of its type run all season.
Enclosures
Where to be for the best views
Premier Enclosure
From here you will enjoy the best views of the racing and a wide range of bars and food options including our newly refurbished ground floor of the Hampshire Stand, which is home to our Champagne Hall & Wine Cellar. Other facilities include the popular outside The Crafty Filly bar and terrace, The Bakery, The Coffee Yard and The Brasserie.
There are un-reserved seating and some sheltered standing areas, which are available on a first come first served basis; some seating areas have restricted views to the stage.
Grandstand Enclosure
Situated further from the winning line, but also with views of the racecourse. Bars and food outlets are available in the Grandstand as well as outside lawn areas and a Fish & Chip café. There are un-reserved seating and some sheltered standing areas, which are available on a first come first served basis; some seating areas have restricted views to the stage.
Please note: When a combined enclosure is offered, your entry ticket will permit you access to all of the above facilities.
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Travel Information
How to find us
Directions
By Road
There is now a new road bridge over the railway line at the eastern end of the racecourse and a new road layout on arrival. On racedays, all traffic approaching the racecourse from the east, west and north via the M4 (junctions 12 or 13) should travel along the A4 following the racecourse signs and enter the site via Hambridge Road. For Sat Nav users, the nearest postcode to the bridge is RG14 7PN. If you are travelling from the south from the A339 follow signs and enter the course via Racecourse Road.
By Rail
Newbury Racecourse has its own station, one stop from Newbury Station, with direct trains from London Paddington on selected major racedays and regular connections from the West.
By Air
Situated only hour from both Heathrow and Southampton airports, Newbury racecourse is easily accessible for overseas racegoers. An airstrip and helicopter landing area, can also be arranged for use once reaching an agreement with the Clerk of the Course. Please call the racecourse for details - 01635 40015.
Parking
Parking is both plentiful and free at Newbury, with an individual car park for each enclosure.
Dress Codes
What to wear
Premier Enclosure, Hospitality & The Hennessy Restaurant
Many people like to dress up, especially for our Saturday meetings. Racegoers are encouraged to wear smart attire; gentlemen are asked to wear a collared shirt, although a tie is not essential.
Smart denim with no rips or tears and long, tailored shorts are acceptable.
No sports/denim shorts, T-shirts, vests, sports/supporter shirts, tracksuits, sportswear (including trainers) or bare chests. Gentlemen’s flip flops/sandals are not permitted.
Grandstand Enclosure & Racegoers Restaurant
No sportswear, bare chests or ripped/torn denim. Fancy dress is welcome though we reserve the right to refuse admission to anyone whose attire may cause offence or danger to other racegoers.
Under 12s - no dress code.
Racecourse Information
The History
Newbury racecourse is a dual purpose racecourse with high quality flat action taking place in the summer including the Group 1 Al Shaqab Lockinge Stakes which takes place in May. The mile long race is worth over £350,000, and has attracted world class names, including victor Frankel in 2012. Meanwhile, the Ladbrokes Trophy is the standout race on the National Hunt calendar, acting as the main event at the Winter Festival in Late November.
Over 100 years old, the first race at Newbury took place in 1905, when Copper King won the opening race - The Whatcombe Handicap. National Hunt racing started only a year later in 1906. Her Majesty The Queen spent her 86th birthday at Newbury, watching her two horses from the Royal Box, although they didn’t win.