Wolverhampton
🏟️ Address: Wolverhampton Racecourse, Gorsebrook Road, Wolverhampton, WV6 0PE, United Kingdom Directions in Google Maps
Wolverhampton Racecourse is conveniently located in the north of Wolverhampton just 2.6 km from the city centre and has great public transport links. Due to the easy road connections and ample free parking at the venue, driving is also a good way to arrive at the course.
Below you can find general information on travel and parking for Wolverhampton 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 racecourse is conveniently located in the City of Wolverhampton, off the A449 (Stafford Road) dual carriageway. Follow the brown tourist signs to Wolverhampton Racecourse (identified by the horse and jockey image).
There are over 1,500 free car parking spaces available on site.
There is designated accessible parking in close proximity to both the Holiday Inn Hotel and Main Entrance - please display your “Blue Badge” to access these parking areas, spaces cannot be reserved and are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Buses regularly operate in and out of the Wolverhampton Bus Station which is a 1.8 km (22 min) walk from the course. Racegoers can also take the 62 or 62A public bus routes to Carter Road stop which is just a 550 m (7 min) walk from the entrance to the racecourse.
The racecourse welcomes coach groups to the racecourse. On arrival, coaches will be directed to allocated coach parking.
There are frequent services to and from major towns and cities at Wolverhampton Railway Station, situated less than 2 miles from the racecourse. There are also regular direct trains and Metro service to/from Birmingham City Centre (approximately 20 mins away).
The racecourse has an onsite Helipad if you wish to arrive by helicopter. Please contact the racecourse for further information.
Wolverhampton Racecourse is located just 2.6 km (31 min) from the centre of Wolverhampton where there is plenty to see and do including a selection of shops, eateries, bars, pubs, and more.
Wolverhampton is an inexpensive city to visit with a selection of mid-range and budget hotels.
You’ll always be able to grab a drink and bite to eat when you come racing. There are the concourse food stalls offering a range of food choices, the Premier Enclosure bars and eateries, and the On The Hoof restaurant situated in the open lobby of the on-site hotel. There is also a range of bars including the Weigh Inn Bar, Chasers Bar, the Holiday Inn Bar, and the Premier Bar.
No food or drink can be brought into the racecourse.
No alcohol can be brought into the racecourse.
Barbecues are not allowed to be used at the racecourse.
Typically, gates open between 90 mins to 2 hours before the first race. For feature and festival fixtures, gates may open earlier.
Grandstand ticket holders should enter through the turnstiles. Premier, restaurant, hospitality, and owners/trainers (PASS System) should enter through the hotel.
There are toilet facilities conveniently located throughout the venue.
Wolverhampton Racecourse hosts a range of horse racing fixtures throughout the year as it has an all-weather course and floodlights, so is able to hold flat racing all year round including at evening fixtures.
Wolverhampton 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 offering greater access around the course will be more expensive than those for the Grandstand Enclosure. Similarly, Grandstand Enclosure tickets may be more expensive some racedays. 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.
Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton Racecourse travel & parking section above for parking details and other venue travel information including public transport.
Wolverhampton Racecourse is situated just 2.6 km from the centre of Wolverhampton so there are plenty of hotel and accommodation choices nearby. The racecourse also has its own hotel with a Holiday Inn onsite. See the Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton Racecourse vary by event, but usually open around 90 mins to 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.
Wolverhampton Racecourse has a capacity of approximately 4,000. However, the capacity does differ between events depending on the seating configuration.
Gorsebrook Road, Wolverhampton, WV6 0PE, United Kingdom.
