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🏟️ Address: Kempton Park Racecourse, Staines Road E, Shepperton, Sunbury-on-Thames, TW16 5AQ, United Kingdom Directions in Google Maps
Due to its proximity to London, Kempton Park Racecourse is easily accessed by car as it is less than 1 mile from Junction 1 of the M3 via Junction 12 of the M25 and there is plenty of free parking at the venue. For those wishing to use public transport to reach the course, there is a train station by the North Entrance.
Below you can find general information on travel and parking for Kempton Park 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.
Kempton Park Racecourse can easily be reached via train to Kempton Park Train Station. Trains run every 30 mins direct from London Waterloo with the journey time being just 40 mins. Please note that trains do not run on Boxing Day. Kempton Park Train Station is only a 482 m (6 min) walk from the Main Entrance.
Pre-arranged helicopter landings at Kempton Park are allowed. Please call Beverley Frith on 01932 782292 for further information.
Accommodation in London can be on the pricey side. However, this huge city has plenty of options available from hostels to luxury hotels and, combined with its sprawling transport network, there are places to stay for all budgets and tastes.
There is a huge range of catering options at Kempton Park from the Panoramic Bar and Restaurant with its fantastic views to the incredible variety of fast food – with fish and chips, curry, pizza, and pies - on the ground floor of the grandstand.
All areas have bars serving a wide range of alcoholic and soft drinks. The bars open at the same time as the gates and stay open for half an hour after racing.
Picnics are welcomed at Kempton Park (at all fixtures excluding the Christmas Festival) but can only be consumed in the designated area. You cannot bring alcohol in with your picnic. Bag searches will be in operation on arrival.
Please ensure the following:
Toilet facilities are located throughout the venue in all enclosure 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.
Kempton Park Racecourse hosts a range of both flat and jump racing fixtures throughout the year. As it has a synthetic polytrack, flat racing can take place in all weathers and in the winter months. One of the racecourse's main raceday is the Christmas Festival when the King George VI Chase is held on Boxing Day.
Kempton Park 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 Premier Enclosure at the Christmas Festival offering greater access around the course will be more expensive than those for the Paddock Enclosure. Similarly, tickets may be more expensive on a Christmas Festival 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 sometimes possible to buy tickets at Kempton Park Racecourse on the day of the event. However, this is subject to availability on the day and you risk not being able to enter. 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.
Kempton Park Racecourse offers an ample amount of free public parking. Traffic around the course builds up at peak times, so early arrival is advised to avoid delays getting into the venue. See the Kempton Park Racecourse travel & parking section above for parking details and other venue travel information including public transport.
As Kempton Park Racecourse is on the outskirts of London, there are plenty of hotel choices in the surrounding area. See the Kempton Park Racecourse hotels & accommodation section above to find hotels near Kempton Park 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 Kempton Park Racecourse vary by event, but usually open around 1-2 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.
Staines Road E, Shepperton, Sunbury-on-Thames, TW16 5AQ, United Kingdom.
