Christmas Cup Raceday 17 Dec 2026

Exeter Racecourse has free parking at every race fixture. Please be aware that on larger racedays, the car park will fill up quickly. Once parked, there will be a short walk to the racecourse entrance. Please be aware that parking is on grass so some areas may be uneven.

There is disabled parking located next to the Haldon Stand providing easy access to the stand where lifts and disabled facilities are available. Please ensure you display a valid disabled badge in the front windscreen of your vehicle.

Limos are welcome but will only be allowed to park in designated coach areas, availability to this area will depend on your time of arrival.

Depending on your time of travel, a taxi from Exeter to the racecourse will take about 25 minutes - to receive an exclusive discount from the preferred partners on a taxi fare to or from the racecourse, book Apple Taxis on 01392 666666 or email and quote "EX1".

There is also an Apple Taxi Raceday Pick-Up point located at the bottom of the racecourse’s main car park. Taxis will be lining up there from the last race so if you intend on travelling home by taxi, please make your way to the Pick-Up point to join the queue.

Exeter Racecourse can be reached by public bus services 39 and Stagecoach Gold X38. Get off at Exeter Racecourse stop which is located just outside the course entrance.

A complimentary bus service runs to Exeter Racecourse from Exeter St. Davids Train Station and Exeter City Bus Station every raceday. Please note this service is available on a strictly first-come, first-served basis.

There is a direct train link between London Paddington to Exeter St. Davids Train Station: Exeter is around a 2-hour journey from London Paddington. The racecourse offer a complimentary coach service bringing you straight from the station to the racecourse.

With prior permission, helicopters can land on the course on racedays. Please call the racecourse on 01392 832599 for further information.

Due to its rural location, walking to and from the course is not recommended.