UK Racecourse Information

Cheltenham Racecourse

Welcome To Cheltenham Racecourse

Set in a stunning natural amphitheatre, Cheltenham is the undisputed home of National Hunt racing. Hosting 16 fixtures of superb quality each year, Cheltenham is best known for the National Hunt Festival held in March, when crowds of 50,000 gather to watch the best horses and jockeys from Britain, Ireland and Europe compete in jumping’s ‘Olympics’.
Contact Details
Cheltenham Racecourse
Address
Cheltenham Racecourse
Prestbury Park
Cheltenham
Gloucestershire
GL50 4SH
Telephone
01242 513 014
Fax
01242 224 227
Travel Information
Local Transport Links
By Road
Cheltenham Racecourse is situated 2 miles north of Cheltenham town centre, approximately 100 miles west of London. On racedays, please follow the recommended routes signed by the AA. There are extensive car parks, which are free, except for The Festival.
By Rail
Cheltenham Spa station is served by direct trains from London Paddington and Birmingham New Street. A bus link to the racecourse is provided on racedays.
Railway Station
Cheltenham Spa Railway Station 1.9 miles (3.1 km)
Airport
Birmingham 39.4 miles (63.4 km)
By Air
Helicopters can land at the racecourse by prior agreement
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Cheltenham Racecourse Facilities
Betting
There are numerous Tote windows and bookmaker facilities across all enclosures, including table service in the Panoramic Restaurant
Parking
Extensive car parking is free on racedays, except for The Festival.
Children
Children aged under 16 can enter free of charge when accompanied by an adult to all enclosures except at The Festival when full rates apply
Disabled
Disabled facilities are available in each enclosure for race viewing and also an area overlooking the Parade Ring. For more information, please contact the racecourse
Cheltenham Racecourse Enclosures And Grandstands
Club
Tickets:
£16 - £30 for fixtures excluding The Festival, rising to £65 - £70 for admission to The Festival
Food And Drink
Superb facilities including the Panoramic and Foxhunter Restaurants, numerous public bars and buffets.
Viewing
Tiered viewing steps offering outstanding views of the home straight and winning post. Access to seats on Level 3 (additional charge for seats on The Open Saturday and The Festival) are available for Members only
Dress
Tattersalls
Tickets:
£16-£20 for fixtures excluding The Festival, rising to £35 - £40 for admission to The Festival.
Food And Drink
Includes many bars and buffets and The Gold Cup Restaurant
Viewing
Racegoers in Tattersalls have access to view all the activities behind the stands including The Centaur, Paddock and unsaddling enclosure. The Centaur provides over 1000 additional seats, big screen viewing of the racing, bars, betting and refreshments
Dress
Best Mate Enclosure
Tickets:
£6 - £10 for tickets excluding The Festival, rising to £20 - £25 for admission to The Festival
Food And Drink
Harry Ramsden restaurant and two upper level bars
Viewing
New stands give racegoers an unprecedented view, situated directly opposite the main stands
Dress
Course Details
National Hunt Course
Cheltenham Racecourse National Hunt Course



Cheltenham Racecourse Fixtures
2009
Date
Thursday 1st January 2009
Saturday 24th January 2009
Tuesday 10th March 2009
Wednesday 11th March 2009
Thursday 12th March 2009
Friday 13th March 2009
Wednesday 15th April 2009
Thursday 16th April 2009
Friday 17th April 2009
Wednesday 6th May 2009
Friday 16th October 2009
Saturday 17th October 2009
Friday 13th November 2009
Saturday 14th November 2009
Sunday 15th November 2009
Friday 11th December 2009
Saturday 12th December 2009
Race Type
Jump
Jump
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More Information
New Year Meeting
Second January Meeting
THE FESTIVAL MEETING
THE FESTIVAL MEETING
THE FESTIVAL MEETING
THE FESTIVAL MEETING
April Meeting
April Meeting
April Meeting
May (Evening) Meeting
The Showcase
The Showcase
The Open
The Open
The Open
The Boylesports International
The Boylesports International