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🏟️ Address: Market Rasen Racecourse, Legsby Road, Market Rasen, Lincolnshire, LN8 3EA, United Kingdom Directions in Google Maps
Due to its rural location 2 km outside of Market Rasen and 26 km from Lincoln, Market Rasen Racecourse is most easily accessed by car: the course provides ample free car parking. Racegoers wishing to use public transport to reach the course can take a train to Market Rasen Station and either walk or take a taxi.
Below you can find general information on travel and parking for Market Rasen 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.
The course offers ample free car parking in the public car parks and this does not need to be rebooked.
You can park in one of the Picnic Car Parks and watch the racing from the comfort of your own car. The Picnic Car Parks are accessible from Willingham Road and Legsby Road at a charge of £5 per car or £10 for minibuses (plus Lawn Enclosure admission per adult occupant). Please note that Willingham Road Picnic Car Park is open on Boxing Day but will then be closed until Easter Monday and will not be open for Jockey Club Live Events. All persons entering a Picnic Car Park will require a valid entrance ticket in addition to a picnic car park ticket. On County Racedays, all vehicles are to park in the main public car parks unless using the Picnic Car Parks. On all other racedays, please follow the relevant signs to be directed to the appropriate car park.
Free preferential parking areas are provided near the entrances for disabled visitors who are holders of the Blue Badge parking label.
If you are looking to book at taxi either to or from Market Rasen Racecourse, it is strongly recommended to do this in advance due to the rural location.
The closest bus stop to Market Rasen Racecourse is at De Aston School where public bus routes 25 and 26 stop. From here, it is a 1.3 km (15 min) walk to the course.
Market Rasen has its own railway station and is approximately 2 km from the racecourse. Trains to Market Rasen from the South go via Lincoln, from the North via Doncaster, and from the West via Barnetby. There are taxis available at the station, or if you prefer, it is a 1.9 km (23 min) walk to the course.
Hull is a small city with a small range of mid-range to budget accommodations, as well as the odd luxury boutique apartment or hotel suite.
Market Rasen Racecourse offers a fantastic range of bars and eateries. In the County Enclosure, there's the Tiger Roll Bar and the Limber Hill Bar. In the Tattersalls Enclosure, there is a selection of bars and Antonio's Italian restaurant. In the Lawn Enclosure, you will find the Victor Lucas Bar as well as the mobile food village offering anything from fish and chips to burgers.
Picnics are only permitted within the Lawn Enclosure & Picnic Car Parks.
Barbeques are permitted in the Picnic Car Parks only and they should be suitably lifted off the grass to avoid any burning.
Please note that racegoers are not permitted to bring alcohol into the racecourse. You can purchase alcoholic beverages at the bars provided.
The gates open to the public 2 hours before the first race. Please use the entry gate indicated by your ticket.
Walk-up tickets will be available for racedays that have not already sold out, unless when specified otherwise.
Helicopters are able to land at Market Rasen Racecourse, however this is only permissible by prior arrangement with the racecourse office. Please contact marketrasen@thejockeyclub.co.uk or call 01673 843434.
Market Rasen Racecourse is a 1.8 km (21 min) walk from the town centre of Market Rasen and just a 965 m (12 min) walk from Market Rasen Gold Club.
There are toilet facilities located in all enclosures throughout the venue.
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.
Market Rasen Racecourse hosts a range of horse racing fixtures throughout the year with jump (National Hunt) racing meetings throughout12 months. The biggest meetings at the racecourse are Summer Plate Ladies Day in the summer and Boxing Day at the Races in the winter.
Market Rasen 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 premium County Enclosure offering greater access around the course will be more expensive than those for the Tattersalls Enclosure. Similarly, Tattersalls Enclosure 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.
Walk-up tickets will be available for racedays that have not already sold out and you can check individual fixtures on the racecourse website. 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.
Market Rasen Racecourse offers an ample amount of public parking which is free for all attendees of the race meeting. Traffic around the course can build up at peak times, so early arrival is advised to avoid delays getting into the venue. See the Market Rasen Racecourse travel & parking section above for parking details and other venue travel information including public transport.
As Market Rasen Racecourse is set in a rural location, there is not a huge choice of accommodation nearby. Those looking for hotels and accommodation might find it easier to look for something in Lincoln which is 26 km from the racecourse. See the Market Rasen 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 Market Rasen Racecourse may vary by event, but usually open to the public 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.
Legsby Road, Market Rasen, Lincolnshire, LN8 3EA, United Kingdom.
