Exeter
🏟️ Address: Exeter Racecourse, Kennford, Exeter, Devon, EX6 7XS, United Kingdom Directions in Google Maps
Exeter Racecourse is located just off the A38 (Exeter to Plymouth), 5 miles from the end of the M5 southbound. Due to its rural location 11.6 km to the south of Exeter, the good road links, and the ample free parking at every fixture, the easiest way to reach the racecourse is by car. There are also public bus services to the racecourse if you wish to travel by public transport.
Below you can find general information on travel and parking for Exeter Racecourse. Individual events may have additional/restricted services available, and so we recommend clicking through to the event and viewing the Travel & Parking tab for event-specific information.
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.
Exeter is a reasonably priced city with budget, mid-range and high-end accommodation to suit all tastes and budgets. However, accommodation closer to the coast will be more expensive, especially considering some of the nearby coastal towns are very popular with tourists.
Exeter Racecourse has several permanent eateries and bars including the Denman Room Bar serving traditional roast dinner as well as AP’s Bar and The Martin Pipe Bar offering delicious local pasties. There are also fantastic hospitality packages for the Iddesleigh Gallery Restaurant for an extra special treat.
There are mobile catering units in all enclosures, which change from meeting to meeting, but typically offer a variety of options including fish and chips, hog roasts, burgers, pizza, and sandwiches as well as hot and cold drinks and a range of snacks and sweet treats.
Racegoers should not bring food or drink into the main enclosure and stands. This includes picnics.
Racegoers should not bring alcohol into the racecourse, however, there is a great range of bars where alcoholic beverages can be purchased.
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.
Traffic to the racecourse on a raceday can build up at peak times, therefore it is best to arrive early to avoid the traffic. In addition, especially at the major race meetings, the traffic exiting the course can also build up, so please do be aware of this when making travel arrangements.
Walk-up tickets will be available for racedays that have not already sold out unless when specified otherwise. However, it is recommended that tickets are purchased in advance.
Please enter the racecourse via the main entrance.
There are toilet facilities located throughout the racecourse in all areas.
Whether you're looking for a stylish hip flask, a cute teddy bear, some binoculars to enhance your racing experience, or an item of memorabilia, you can find a range of equine-themed items at The Jockey Club shop. Koobit may receive a commission from the supplier if you make a purchase, at no cost to you.
As a jump (National Hunt) racing course, Exeter Racecourse hosts a range of horse racing fixtures from October to April when the UK jump season is in full flow. One of the biggest racedays at the course is Haldon Gold Cup Day which usually tales place in November.
Exeter Racecourse ticket prices vary depending on a number of factors including the event, the enclosure the ticket is for, and the seller. For example, tickets for the Haldon Premier Stand offering the best views of the racing will be more expensive than those for the Grandstand & Paddock Enclosure. Similarly, tickets may be more expensive on a bigger raceday than at one of the smaller fixtures. Koobit compares ticket prices from primary and secondary sellers – just click through to an event and then click the Tickets tab for event-specific ticket information.
It is often possible to buy tickets at Exeter Racecourse on the day of the event and walk-up tickets will be available for racedays that have not already sold out. Buying your ticket online is generally the most reliable and convenient way to secure your tickets and ensure you get the admission you want and know the price upfront. Prebooked tickets also reduce the amount of time it will take to enter the racecourse on the day.
Exeter Racecourse offers an ample amount of public parking which is free for all attendees of the race meeting. Traffic around the course builds up at peak times, so early arrival is advised to avoid delays getting into the venue. See the Exeter Racecourse travel & parking section above for parking details and other venue travel information including public transport.
Due to the rural location of Exeter Racecourse, there may be a limited choice of hotels nearby. For more options, visitors can look at accommodation in Exeter which is 11.6 km from the racecourse. See the Exeter Racecourse hotels & accommodation section above to find hotels near the racecourse. You can also find additional information by clicking through to an event and then clicking the Accommodation and Destination tabs.
Gate opening times at Exeter Racecourse vary by event, but usually open around 2 hours before the first race. For some events, you can find the gate opening time on Koobit by viewing the event’s Schedule tab. Timings should also be confirmed on your tickets when you receive them.
Exeter Racecourse has a capacity of approximately 20,000. However, the capacity does differ between events depending on the seating configuration.
Kennford, Exeter, Devon, EX6 7XS, United Kingdom.
