Overview
- ⏱️12 hoursApproximate duration
- 🌟Highly ratedFans scored this event 5.0 stars
Season Opener is an exciting summer jump (National Hunt) racing fixture for thoroughbred horses and is held at Cartmel Racecourse in Cumbria, UK.
What a way to kick off Cartmel Racecourse's season by watching top-class jump racing from some of the best runners and riders, not to mention the entertainment off the track with food, drink, fun, and fantastic facilities. Nothing can beat the anticipation and thrill of jump racing. As the racecourse opens so early and closes late in the day, Cartmel is unique in having gaps between their multi-day meetings, so there is plenty of time to take a day off and explore the beautiful Lake District before perhaps coming back to the racing for Monday Racing in 2 days time and Wonderful Wednesday 2 days after that!
Season Opener Tickets
At Cartmel Racecourse there are 2 enclosures to choose from, along with a number of packages and private hospitality options which can be pre-booked. Enclosures have varying dress code restrictions, access levels, and ticket price brackets. Racegoers purchase a ticket for a full evening of racing with access to one of the following:
- Paddock Enclosure – providing access to the area around the grandstand and paddock as well as Parade Ring viewing and the opportunity to watch the races from the grandstand. Paddock Enclosure ticket holders can also access the Course Enclosure
- Club Enclosure – the perfect enclosure for families with access to the fairground, food, and fun. There's concession stands selling food and drink, betting facilities, as well as a large screen to get a great view of the racing
Subject to availability, tickets can be upgraded on the day.

