Ripon
🏟️ Address: Ripon Racecourse, Boroughbridge Rd, Ripon, North Yorkshire, HG4 1UG, United Kingdom Directions in Google Maps
Due to the rural location of the venue and the parking available on arrival, Ripon Racecourse is most easily reached by car. There are also shuttle buses that collect/drop racegoers off from the centre of Ripon, and from the bus station here, you can reach areas further afield across the country.
Below you can find general information on travel and parking for Ripon 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.
Ripon is most easily accessed by the A1 (M). Traffic does build up around the entrance in the lead-up to the first race so it is advisable to arrive in plenty of time.
There are 2 entrances into the racecourse for cars:
There is a limited number of disabled parking spaces on-site so it is advisable to arrive early to ensure guaranteeing a space. The ground is level from parking through to both the Paddock and Club ticket gates.
The racecourse is approximately 2 miles from the centre of Ripon which is a short taxi ride or a relatively easy walk. Taxi companies in Ripon include:
There is a shuttle bus that collects racegoers from the coach park opposite Ripon Bus Station before dropping all guests off at the racecourse. Multiple runs will be made throughout the periods of service, with additional buses in place for feature racedays.
Ripon Bus Station has multiple public bus connections to locations where there are links to all parts of the UK and further afield:
The nearest railway stations are Harrogate (11 miles - connects with No. 36 bus), Thirsk (11 miles - connects with No. 70 bus), and York (27 miles - connects with No. 142, 143 buses).
Attracting a fair amount of tourists throughout the year to its scenic and historic location, Ripon is among the more expensive cities to visit in the UK. As a somewhat upscale destination, it offers plentiful upscale accommodation. However, there are more reasonable options for those on a smaller budget too. Plus, there is a full range of accommodation options to be found from country estates to caravans if you are willing to look beyond the city.
Ripon Racecourse offers a fantastic range of bars and eateries offering a delicious selection of food and drink to suit all appetites. The Paddock Enclosure has the Fountains Cafe which offers some tasty hot and cold meals. The Club Enclosure has the Silks & Saddles Bar offering a delicious meat and seafood buffet and the Club Restaurant with a fabulous a la carte menu. There are many street food outlets and in the Course Enclosure, racegoers can bring their own BBQs and picnics.
There are toilet facilities conveniently located throughout the racecourse in all enclosures.
Ripon Racecourse is a 2.2 km (26 min) walk from the centre of Ripon.
Boroughbridge Rd, Ripon, North Yorkshire, HG4 1UG, United Kingdom.
