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🏟️ Address: Ffos Las Racecourse, Culla Rd, Trimsaran, Kidwelly, SA17 4DE, United Kingdom Directions in Google Maps
Ffos Las Racecourse is in South Wales, situated just off the A484 between Llanelli and Carmarthen, and is about 30 km from Swansea. Set in a rural area of Carmarthen, the racecourse is clearly signposted on your approach. Due to its rural location, the racecourse is best reached by car and there is free parking available. There are also good public transport links.
Below you can find general information on travel and parking for Ffos Las 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.
Car parking is free and there is a large amount available. Please ensure that you have a current blue badge in order to access the disabled car park.
There are a number of local taxi firms that the racecourse works with and some are listed below. If you are booking a taxi, please book in advance to secure your ride home:
As the biggest city in Wales after the capital of Cardiff, Swansea boasts a selection of luxury hotels, suites, and private rentals. However, the city has its fair share of budget accommodation options too.
Blinkers Bar in the main grandstand offers hot and cold food and drinks and there’s always plenty of choice for food and drinks on-site throughout the day, from something warm and hearty, to a light and tasty snack.
Food and drink cannot be brought in to the racecourse. Bag searches are carried out and any visitors found bringing items in will be asked to consume or dispose of the items before entering.
Barbecues are not allowed to be used at the racecourse.
Typically, gates open 2 hours before the first race. For feature and festival fixtures, gates may open earlier.
The racecourse has an additional accessible entrance, allowing easier access for wheelchair users, pushchairs, and visitors with working dogs.
There are toilet facilities located throughout the racecourse.
The racecourse arranges a free bus to and from the racecourse. The bus operates from Llanelli train station with dedicated pick up and return times. The bus is free of charge but operates on a strictly first-come, first-served basis and cannot be pre-booked. Please check individual fixtures for exact times this service will operate. Please note it cannot be guaranteed that the bus times will fall in line with the scheduled train times. If you have a journey booked and are required to be at the station by a specific time then it is advised that your own transport is arranged e.g. taxi.
First Cymru operates a Monday to Saturday public bus service from Llanelli to Carmarthen (No 197). It has stops in Trimsaran, Carway, Ponthenri, and Meinciau.
The nearest train stations to Ffos Las Racecourse are Kidwelly (4.5 miles), Pembrey and Burry Port (4.5 miles), Llanelli (6 miles), and Carmarthen (12 miles). For timetables and prices, please visit www.nationalrail.co.uk or www.thetrainline.com.
On racedays, the racecourse offers a shuttle bus service from the Llanelli station to the racecourse and back.
Ffos Las will accommodate helicopters on racedays by request. Advance notice is required to ensure arrival and departure times do not conflict with racing or other bookings on the day.
Pembrey Airport is only 3 miles from Ffos Las and offers commercial aircraft charters, commercial helicopter charters, passenger handling in a new dedicated arrival and departure lounge, and aviation refuelling with Av-Gas and Jet fuel (pressure or gravity). If you are arriving via the airport, they can arrange a taxi service to the racecourse. For more details call 01554 891534 or visit their website on www.pembreyairport.com.
Ffos Las Racecourse is located in a rural location, so walking to and from the racecourse is not advised.
Ffos Las Racecourse hosts a range of horse Racing events throughout the year with flat racing in the warmer months and jump (National Hunt) racing in the colder months. The biggest raceday at Ffos Las is Welsh Champion Hurdle Day.
Ffos Las ticket prices will vary depending on a number of factors including the event, the seller, and whether the ticket includes a hospitality option. 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 Ffos Las Racecourse on the day of the event, however, this depends on availability. 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.
Car parking at Ffos Las Racecourse is free for all attendees of the race meeting. See the Ffos Las Racecourse travel & parking section above for parking details and other venue travel information including public transport.
Ffos Las Racecourse is located in a rural area so there may be a limited choice of accommodation. For more options, you may want to look at Swansea which is just under 30 km away. See the Ffos Las 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.
Gates typically open 2 hours before the first race. For feature and festival fixtures, gates may open earlier. 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.
Ffos Las Racecourse has a capacity of approximately 10,000. However, the capacity does differ between events depending on the seating configuration.
Culla Rd, Trimsaran, Kidwelly, SA17 4DE, United Kingdom.
