Overview
- ⏱️2 daysApproximate duration
- 🏟️Medium sizedVenue capacity is 20,000
Hungerford Weekend is a thrilling flat racing meeting for thoroughbred horses held annually in August at Newbury Racecourse in Berkshire, UK.
The 2-day meeting centres around the Hungerford Stakes which is a Group 2 flat race named after the nearby town of Hungerford and first run at Newbury Racecourse in 1949. The meeting is the perfect summer's day out for friends and family where you can dress up, savour a refreshing drink, delight in some delicious food, and enjoy the exciting racing action as well as off-track entertainment. There will also be live music from Björn Again on the first day and from Clean Bandit after the racing on the second day as part of the Party in the Paddock!
Hungerford Weekend Tickets
Newbury Racecourse is divided into 2 main enclosures with varying dress code restrictions, access levels, and ticket price brackets. There are also fantastic hospitality tickets offered. Racegoers purchase a ticket for a full day of racing with access to one of the following:
- Premier Enclosure - the premium enclosure at Newbury, tickets for this area give you access to the Berkshire Stand and Hampshire Stand with numerous bars and restaurants as well as viewing access to the Pre-Parade Ring, Parade Ring, and Winners' Enclosure
- Grandstand Enclosure - tickets for the Grandstand Enclosure give you access to the main stand with restaurants, bars, and betting facilities as well as outdoor seating. You will also have viewing access to the Parade Ring
There are discounts on tickets booked far enough in advance. Subject to availability, tickets can be upgraded on the day.

