We want every visitor to Wetherby Racecourse to enjoy a great day out, and have a racing experience to remember
The information in the pages below will help you plan your day. If you require more assistance; please contact us on 01937 582035.
Make the most of your day
2024 Ticket Pricing
Admission Pricing 2024
Our BEST prices are always available when you book in advance via this website. Advance discounts close 24hrs prior to the racday.
All advance purchased admissions into either Premier or Paddock now include a complimentary racecard.
| FIXTURES | PREMIER ADVANCE DISCOUNT | PREMIER FULL PRICE | PREMIER PLUS | PADDOCK ADVANCE DISCOUNT | PADDOCK FULL PRICE | COURSE ENCLOSURE ADVANCE DISCOUNT | COURSE ENCLOSURE FULL PRICE | CARS TO COURSE ADVANCE DISCOUNT | CARS TO COURSE FULL PRICE |
| Wednesday 16th October | £24 | £26 | N/A | £17 | £19 | £6 | £8 | £18 | £23 |
| Friday 1st November | £27 | £29 | N/A | £19 | £21 | £6 | £8 | £18 | £23 |
| Saturday 2nd November | £34 | £36 | £64 | £22 | £24 | £8 | £10 | £23 | £28 |
| Saturday 16th November | £27 | £29 | £56.50 | £19 | £21 | £6 | £8 | £18 | £23 |
| Wednesday 27th November | £24 | £20 | N/A | £17 | £19 | £6 | £8 | £18 | £23 |
| Saturday 7th December | £15-£17*
Single Enclosure |
£20
Single Enclosure |
N/A | £15-£17*
Single Enclosure |
£20
Single Enclosure |
£6 | £8 | £18 | £23 |
| Thursday 26th December | £34 | £36 | £63.50 | £22 | £24 | £8 | £10 | £23 | £28 |
| Friday 27th December | £34 | £36 | £63.50 | £22 | £24 | £8 | £10 | £23 | £28 |
Per person Pricing – Each admission admits 1 Adult. Accompanied under 18’s are admitted free of charge but will require a child admission ticket booked when booking in advance.
Booking Fee – A 50p booking fee per ticket purchased will be applied to your booking at the checkout. (Not applied on £0.00 child admissions)
*Saturday 7th December is being sold as a single enclosure, one entry price allows entry into either Premier and/or Paddock facilities. Racing will start from 11.00am on this day, which is much earlier than usual and the day will continue after racing with a beer festival and live entertainment. more information will be available on the website shortly.
SPECIAL OFFER PACKAGES
From time to time and on selected fixtures we may announce a Special Offer Package which may be sold with either Premier or Paddock Enclosure admission and which will include a range of other benefits and/or refreshment or betting vouchers. These packages offer great value for money so look out for them during the season!
Cars to Course Admission: Allows racegoers to take their cars into the Centre of Course for the day. Each admission allows one vehicle and up to FOUR adult passengers access to the Cars to Course. This admission is now available to book in advance.
WHY BOOK IN ADVANCE?
By booking your admission in advance you will receive our best prices and receive a complimentary racecard (Worth £2.00 each).
Groups of 10 or more, further benefit by booking in advance with an additional discount offered of £2 per person.
All admission and group discounts close 24 hours prior to the raceday.
You can still purchase ticket in advance up until 9.30am on the morning of racing, and whilst you will not receive an admission or group discount on these tickets, your ticket is guaranteed and you will still receive a complimentary racecard.
Admission on the day of racing, is at full price and the entry price does not include a racecard. Admission is offered on a first-come basis subject to availability. Please note that Premier Enclosure can sell out on Feature and Feature Plus racedays.
CONCESSION PRICING
Those aged 66 or over and students benefit from concession pricing. This is available when booking in advance or on the day of racing. The concession pricing saves a further £5 within either Premier or Paddock Enclosures, or £3 into Course Enclosure. Proof of age/eligibility may be requested on entry.
Which Enclosure?
Wetherby Racecourse offers racegoers a choice of enclosures; each offering something different but all offer facilities for the disabled, baby-changing, tote and bookmakers*, race programmes sales and refreshments. A large screen that can be viewed from all enclosures is on site for every meeting.
The first thing you need to do is decide which enclosure you want to be in. Enclosure transfers from Paddock to Premier are usually available on the day, but not if we have sold out on Premier on advance sales, which is generally only on our Feature Plus racedays.
Premier Enclosure
For the more discerning racegoer, the Premier Enclosure offers racegoers access to the spectacular Wetherby Millennium Stand, as well as to covered elevated seating in the Grandstand directly opposite the winning post. When you purchase your Premier admission you will be given a Racing Badge which provides you access to the Racecourse and the Premier Enclosure facilities which include:
The Marston Moor Bar ** The White Horse Mezzanine Bar ** The White Rose Restaurant ** The Millennium Grandstand
The 1891 Bar within the Millennium West Stand, is, on selected racedays also a Premier facility. This bar however does have access restrictions on selected racedays throughout the season*. If your visit is dependent on this bar being available to you as a Premier Racegoer, we advise that you contact us before you book.
Premier Enclosure racegoers can also access all of the Paddock and Course facilities.
Please note that access to the 1891 Bar will vary dependent on individual race fixture date. On selected racedays exclusive access to this bar for part of the day is included within our new Premier Plus packages. Premier Racegoers may access this bar after a given time. Information will be provided on the day. Please check the individual fixtures for more information.
On Standard racedays, the Racecourse Executive reserve the right to close one or more bars to public access.
Paddock Enclosure
Situated in the heart of the Racecourse, the Paddock Enclosure is where all the action happens! Paddock Enclosure admission provides a ticket which allows access to the Racecourse and Paddock enclosure facilities which include the Henry Crossley Suite in the new Millennium West Grandstand, The Bramham Hall Bar and Bistro, the Paddock Bar and the Bramham Grandstand which offers a sheltered spot to watch the racing. The facilities in the Paddock Enclosure are all situated on a ground floor level.
Paddock Enclosure racegoers can also visit the pre-Parade Ring and Parade Ring to pick their fancy, and watch from the rails as they fly over the last and stand to applaud and watch the presentations from the Winners’ Enclosure. On our Feature Plus racedays Marquee facilities are also open with additional pop-up bars and catering outlets. Paddock racegoers can also access the Course Enclosure facilities should they wish to do so or upgrade to the Premier Enclosure, subject to availability, on the day.
Course Enclosure
Situated in the centre of the racetrack itself, the Course Enclosure offers a great day out for those racegoers with limited budgets. It offers views of the final furlong as well as catering and betting facilities. There is also a small child’s play area and acres of grass for the kids to run around in.
Access to the Course Enclosure is either via the turnstiles or those Racegoers who want to take their cars closer to the action can do so by coming in through the ‘Cars to Course’ entrance and parking in the Centre of Course car park. Racegoers are welcome to bring picnics into the Centre of Course Enclosure. Racegoers within the Course Enclosure can transfer to the Paddock Enclosure on the day.
*Tote betting is available within this enclosure at every meeting. Bookmakers are in attendance on the majority of our racedays but we cannot guarantee attendance on our quieter days within the Centre of Course Enclosure.
New To Racing?
If you are a new racegoer please see our step by step guide below on how to book, which enclosure to book for, what to wear and how to place a bet; basically everything you will need to know to ensure you have a great day. Before you know it you will be a regular!
Which Raceday?
Quite often your decision will be date led. You will have some free time and will simply choose the raceday that is taking place around that time. Otherwise you may want to try coming to a specific fixture, such as Medieval Raceday, Family Day or Ladies’ Evening, where there is often something else going on besides the racing that may interest you or to one of our highlight and busy racedays such as the traditional Yorkshire Christmas Meeting. The choice is obviously yours and a full list of fixtures is available on this website.
Our racing fixtures are split into categories, Standard racedays tend to be our mid-week fixtures, Feature racedays include the majority of our Saturdays and some of our themed meetings such as Ladies’ Evening and Family Day, and our Feature Plus fixtures are our busiest racedays, bet365 Charlie Hall Saturday, and both days of the Christmas Meeting. Our admission pricing varys according to the raceday category.
Which Enclosure?
Take a look at our more detailed enclosures information and decide which enclosure you feel suits you best. We would suggest that to experience the real atmosphere of a raceday and get close to the action you need to be in the Paddock or Premier Enclosures, and remember you can also upgrade on the day (subject to availability) if you need to.
Do I have to Book?
Booking in advance offers you a better admission price than if you were to purchase your admission on the turnstiles on the day of racing. Our racegoer packages are only available on advance booking, however, general Paddock and Premier admission may be available at the turnstiles on the day of racing. On our Feature Plus racedays, we can sell-out of Premier admission in advance and some Feature Plus days may sell out on the day, so pre-booking for these meetings is advised. The website will always be updated to let you know the status of ticket sales for upcoming meetings. All of our advance admissions and packages are administered by E-Ticket, so you will require an email and the ability to print out your tickets.
What do I wear?
Wetherby do not operate a formal dress code within any of our enclosures. As a Racecourse which operate mainly through the winter months we advise that you dress for the weather and wear whatever you feel comfortable in. The majority of our enclosure areas are not on grass, so suitable for all forms of footwear.
Our late spring and summer meetings and warmer weather offer that excuse to dress to impress especially so on Ladies’ Evening which offers prizes for the best outfit and best hat.
Where do we park?
Parking is FREE at Wetherby Racecourse and you do not need any form of parking pass on the day. The majority of our parking is on grass. Top Tip: Ladies’ ask the gents to drop you off on the roadway in inclement weather.
Full information about how to find us and how to get to us are within the ‘Tother Stuff’ section of our website. This page also includes information on our FREE shuttle bus service between Wetherby Town Centre and the Racecourse that we operate on our Feature and Feature Plus racedays.
What happens in the Parade Ring?
Before each race the horses are led out of the stables and into the pre-parade ring, where they are saddled in view of the public. They are then walked into the Parade Ring, where you can watch them and pick out your selection. The owners of the horses also gather here, together with their trainer who will issue final instructions to the jockey before they mount and leave to go down to the start.
The winner and placed horses of each race will return to this area, where the winners’ trophy is then presented.
What is a Racecard and why do I need it?
You don’t need to be a racing expert to place a winning bet; often a bit of luck is all you need.
What you do need to do is select a horse. You can do this by studying the Racecard. The racecard is a programme of the day’s events, detailing all of the races and listing the runners in an easy to read format, providing information about their ‘form’ , the information and facts about each horse’s past perfomances. There is even a section showing you how to read the racecard and how to place a bet.
Our Tipster ‘Wetherbee’ also provides you with his ‘stinging selection’ on each race. Take your racecard down to the Parade Ring and study each horse as they walk past and pick the one you fancy the most!
Racecards are available to purchase on the day in each of our enclosures at a cost of £2.50 each. Or you can save money and pre-order your racecard when you purchase admission in advance. You will be sent a voucher that you redeem on the day.
How to place a Bet
Don’t be daunted if you have never placed a bet before – it really is not as complicated as you might think. At Wetherby you can either place your bets with the Tote (Pool Betting) or with the Bookmakers (Fixed Odds Betting).
The Tote is available on-course and is a pool betting service (like a lottery). This means that for each race, all the money for the different bet types are put into one pool and then shared out amongst the winners after each race.
Your betting on the racecourse with the Tote supports racing, with the majority of revenues flowing back to that racecourse.
There are several bet types available with the Tote such as win, place, each way (win and a place bet) and an exacta (picking the first two in the correct order).
One of the most famous tote bets is the placepot which rewards customers who can pick a horse to place in each of the first 6 races. The average dividend of the Placepot is over £454* to a £1 stake so it is a fun bet where you can a large amount for a small stake. (*for the 12 months leading to October 2018)
The Tote has a minimum bet of just £2 and accepts cash and card across all courses making it one of the most convenient ways to place a bet on-course with large payouts available for relatively small stakes
You also have the option to place a ‘Lucky Pick’ bet, which is similar to the lucky dip on the National Lottery. However, the Lucky Pick is designed to be smarter than a random lucky dip as it uses a special formula which is weighted towards the more likely outcomes in an event.
Whatever way you make your selection- by choosing your favourite jockey silks or studying form, there are plenty of betting options and the friendly Tote team are always on hand to help with your selections.
Frequently Asked Questions
Concessions
CHILDREN AT THE RACES
Accompanied children aged 17 and under are admitted to all of our enclosures completely free of charge but you will need to book a complimentary child admission ticket when booking in advance. Children are charged on packages which include hospitality, food and/or reserved areas and child pricing will be displayed where applicable. Click here to find out more.
STUDENTS
Students receive a £5 discount into the Premier and Paddock Enclosure and a £3 discount into the Course Enclosure. This discount is available on advance booking and at the turnstiles on the day of racing. Students will be asked to show a valid photographic student or NUS Card upon entry to the Racecourse.
OVER 66’s
Racegoers aged 66 and over receive a £5 discount into the Premier and Paddock Enclosure and a £3 discount into the Course Enclosure. This discount is available on advance booking and at the turnstiles on the day of racing. Proof of age will be requested upon entry to the Racecourse.
COACH-DRIVERS
Drivers of coaches and mini-buses will be allowed complimentary admission in order to use the facilities while they wait for their passengers. Please show your drivers manifest at the designated turnstile.
Group Booking Discount
An advance Group Discount is available for purchases of Premier or Paddock Enclosure admissions as follows:
AVAILABLE ONLINE ONLY….
General Adult Admission into Premier or Paddock Enclosure – Book for 10 or more and save £2.00 per person
As the White Rose Bistro or Restaurant packages also include a Premier E-Ticket admission, they will also qualify for the Premier advance booking discount on bookings of 10 or more adult packages.
Advance Group Discount terms and conditions:
- The group booking discount can only be applied when you book directly via the website www.wetherbyracing.co.uk.
- The group booking discount will automatically apply when 10 or more relevant adult admissions are placed in your basket in the online shop.
- The group booking discount will not apply to any other admission or package other than those specified above and cannot be used in conjunction with any other concession, discount or child ticket or package.
- We regret that we are not able to apply the group discount to orders for any subsequent and additional admissions you may need, so please ensure you order for the correct amount of tickets you require at the time of booking.
Accessibility
Wetherby Steeplechase Committee Ltd Inclusivity Policy
We are committed to equality of opportunity and access for all irrespective of age, class, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, nationality, religion or sexual orientation.
We will strive to ensure that no employee, customer, visitor, racing participant or any other person connected to our venue experiences unlawful or unfair discrimination or harassment.
Physical Access
Full details of how to find us, and how to access the Racecourse via car and public transport can be found via clicking this link
Disability Access
Our car parks have designated parking areas for blue badge holders and it is always possible to drop passengers close to the main entrance.
The Racecourse enclosures are 90% accessible to wheelchair users and people with mobility difficulties. Lifts are available to all levels of the grandstands and function suites, and there are designated raceday viewing areas for wheelchair users.
On racedays, seating is limited and cannot be reserved unless in hospitality areas , so we advise those with limited mobility who feel unable to stand for long periods of time, contact us in advance of the day to discuss their visit with a member of our staff.
If a customer’s disability requires them to be accompanied to and at the races by a Carer, then the Carer will be admitted free of charge, subject to compliance with our Carer terms and conditions which can be found on our website via this link.
Accessible Toilets
There are accessible toilets within every enclosure of the Racecourse and on every floor of our three Grandstands. The majority of these toilets are part of the main toilet blocks. Our staff will be happy to guide you.
Dietary Requirements
Our permanent cafes, restaurants and hospitality areas on racedays accommodate for those with special dietary requirements and we offer a la carte vegetarian and gluten free options.
Conference and event menus can also accommodate dietary requirements however we do ask for notification in advance. If you are visiting and want to discuss your needs in more detail please telephone us in advance of the event.
Assistance Dogs
Assistance dogs are welcome, but please let us know about your attendance in advance in order that we can ensure the best possible environment for your dog’s comfort on the day.
Acclimatisation Visits
If you have not been to our venue before, we would be happy to arrange for you to have a show-around when the site is less busy. Just contact us to arrange this.
Where to Eat & Drink
Wetherby Racecourse offers a wide selection of places to eat and drink to suit every racegoer. You’ll soon find your favourite!
Wetherby Racecourse offers a wide selection of places to eat and drink. We have numerous bars which also serve hot and cold snacks, a restaurant and a bistro, as well as on-the go food served from one of our many outdoor catering units. On our feature plus days, we have additional marquee facilities for racegoers which house pop-up bars and catering areas.
Picnics can be enjoyed in our grassed car park areas and within our Centre of Course enclosure.
Good food starts at the source and our caterers, CGC Events Ltd, pride themselves on their Yorkshire heritage which is reflected in their menus using fantastic locally sourced ingredients.
Premier Enclosure
The White Rose Restaurant
Situated on the third floor of our Premier Enclosure, with views across the Paddock, the White Rose offers an a la carte menu, offering delicious, freshly prepared meals prepared from the best ingredients, much of it sourced locally in Yorkshire. Our famous Wetherby Roast Beef comes from neighbouring Sykes House Farm. Although we do advise booking in advance to secure a table, we do offer a walk-in service on most racedays (Excluding Feature Plus Days).
The White Rose Restaurant also serves a delicious afternoon tea from the 3rd race onwards.
The Marston Moor Bar
Situated on Level 2 of the Wetherby Millennium Stand, the Marston Moor offers a view and direct access out onto the Premier Grandstand with elevated covered seating and standing areas to watch the racing action. As well as a traditional pint you can enjoy quality wines, prosecco and champagne, or grab a tea or coffee. The Marston Moor also serves hot and cold snacks, such as paninis, hot pies, sandwiches and muffins, so you can grab a snack on the go.
The 1891 Bar
Situated on Level 3 of the New Millennium West Stand, the 1891 bar offers views of the Racing action and of the Parade Ring. This bar may have restricted access on selected fixtures during the season. The bar serves Premium drinks, hot drinks and snacks and the Bistro offers a choice of two hot-menu selections each raceday as per examples below:
- Breast of chicken, woodland mushroom and pancetta, masala sauce, roast new potatoes OR Lamb Korma, jewelled rice, garlic and coriander naan bread.
- Deliciously Yorkshire chicken and leek fricasee, tarragon and cream sauce, braised rice OR braised beef, smoked pancetta, baby onions and mushrooms, bourguignon sauce and olive oil mashed potatotes
- Penny’s of Rawdon pulled beef brisket in Guinness gravy, parmentier potatoes OR Taste tradition of Thirsk pork shoulder and butterbean cassoulet, potato and celeriac mash
A vegetarian options is also always available on request. The menu will change through the year.
The White Horse Bar
Situated on Level 4 of the Wetherby Millennium Stand, this bar, offers an elevated view across the Paddock and Parade Ring. Often a quieter place to go to enjoy a drink, a warming cuppa, or a light snack.
Paddock Enclosure
The Bramham Hall
Situated on a ground floor with level access to the Parade Ring and to the main betting ring and Paddock Grandstands, the Bramham Hall is the hub of the action. Multiple Racing TV monitors, tote facilities and two bar areas mean you have everything you need to enjoy your day.
The Bramham Bistro
Located within the Bramham Hall within the Paddock Enclosure, the Bistro serves a wide range of hot and cold food including a selection of hot and cold sandwiches and baguettes, soup, snacks, tea and coffee. The bistro also serves full hot meals; try one of the pub-style favourites such as steak pie and chips or beer battered haddock or if you are looking for something more adventurous why not select one of our Street Food Specials such as Chicken Satay skewers or Hoisin pulled pork or opt for a traditional Yorkshire deli boards.
The Henry Crossley Bar
Located on the ground floor of the New Millennium West Stand, the Henry Crossley Bar provides access directly into the Paddock and out onto the Betting Ring, and offers Tote betting and Betfred Betting Shop, a Coffee-Shop, and two bar areas, one of which serves hot snacks.
The Paddock Bar
Situated above the Parade Ring, The Paddock Bar, though one of our older facilities, is a favourite haunt for some of our more seasoned racegoers and a few trainers as well. Listen out and you might pick up some tips! The Paddock Bar may not be open on quieter racedays.
Snacks on the Go
A range of quality food, snacks and drink outlets are located around the Racecourse Paddock Enclosure.
Regulars include Tom’s Coffee, serving a wide range of regular and speciality coffee, Charlotte’s Ices of Dewsbury, The Roast Inn, serving their fabulous home-farmed Pork Hog Roast, Chips & Things providing delicious portions of Fish & Chips, and Aberdeen Angus Beef Burgers.
Ye Olde Sweet Shoppe
Exactly what it says! Traditional sweets displayed in large glass jars. From Bon-Bons, to Liquorice, and Humbugs to Pear Drops – you will find it all in the Sweet Shop. The sweet shop also sells cigarettes and tobacco.
Picnics
No food and drink, except for those with exceptional dietary/medical requirements and/or snacks for small children, is allowed to be brought into either the Paddock or Premier Enclosures of the Racecourse. You can picnic within our grassed car park areas and you can take food and drink into our Course Enclosure.
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