Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to get in? Click here for a full fixture list with pricing, however admission starts at just £12 rising to £40. Evening Racing is only £16. There are loads of us do we get a discount? We welcome everyone from single racegoers to large groups. Evening racing is perfect for an office party a girly get together or a boys night out and we offer a generous 20% discount for groups of six or more on every race day. We also offer a table for two in the fantastic Panoramic Bar & Restaurant for the organiser of groups of 20 or more. Call 01372 470047 for information or bookings. Due to our close proximity to London, we’re particularly popular with hen and stag parties wishing to travel into the city after racing – so why not consider Kempton for your next group outing? Please note: concessions & discounts do not apply on the 26th December Do you offer any concessions? All children 16 & under accompanied by an adult are admitted free. Students showing a valid NUS card are entitled to half price admission to the Paddock Enclosure on all days. Senior citizens can join the Diamond Club for just £10 which entitles members to £5 off Paddock/General admission on all days except Boxing Day. Alternatively, senior citizens are entitled to a £3 discount on the gate. Diamond Club discount are also available at Sandown Park & Epsom Downs. Restrictions apply. Call 01372 470047 for application details. Please note: concessions & discounts do not apply on the 26th & 27thDecember Can I book in advance? We encourage all customers to book in advance. This reduces the waiting time for on the gate payment, but more importantly it allows you to take advantage of any packages that have been put together specifically for our pre-bookers.
Bookings can be made up to midday the day before racing for day time fixtures and 12 noon on the day of an evening fixture. Tickets will be despatched by post for all bookings received up to five days before racing, all others will be available for collection when you arrive. Call 01372 470047 or click the link below to book tickets. Telephone booking incur a single £2.50 charge per transaction. There is no charge for on-line bookings. What does my admission entitle me to? On the majority of days we are racing and for all our evening fixtures your admission will allow you access to the Main Grandstand and all its facilities, in both the Premier Suite and the Paddock Enclosure. On all other days your admission will allow you access to one of three areas:
Top price – The Premier Suite
Located on the first floor of the main Grandstand.
Facilities include:
Bars, including Real Ale
Sit-down bistro style restaurant
Betfred Betting Shop
Tote betting areas
Comfy seating area
Access to Parade Ring, Betting Ring, Grandstand steppings, seating and Finishing Post lawn area Mid price – The Paddock Enclosure
Located on the ground floor of the main Grandstand
Facilities include:
Bars
Fast food outlets
Betfred betting shop
Tote betting areas
The digibet.com Sports Bar
Access to Parade Ring Betting Ring, Grandstand steppings and trackside lawn
Low price – The Family Enclosure (available on the 26th & 27th December only)
Located to the right of the main Granstand
Facilities include:
Bars
Fastfood outlets
Betting Ring How do I get to Kempton Park? By Road
We are located on the A308 between Sunbury on Thames and Hampton Court. We are less than one mile from Junction 1 of the M3 via Junction 12 of the M25. By Rail The racecourse boasts its own on-site station – Kempton Park – which is situated 200 yards from the Main entrance. Trains run every half an hour from Waterloo with the journey time being just 40 minutes. The last train into London in the evening is 11.16pm. Car Parking
The main car park is free at all fixtures weekend & bank holiday racing when there will be a charge of £5 per vehicle. Alternative parking is available free of charge.
On Boxing Day (26th December) there will be a charge of £10 per vehicle in the main car park, but alternative free parking will be made available. What time do I need to get to the Course? Gates open for admission two hours prior to the time of the first race for afternoon flat and jump racing and at 5pm for floodlit racing. Click here to view the full fixture list and published first race times. What to wear? We consider ourselves to be an informal and welcoming racecourse and our dress code reflects that. Dress up or down to suit your occasion – jeans and trainers are allowed in all enclosures. Those in ripped denim, sports shorts and vests will be refused entry –most of all, dress for the weather!
'Banish those hunger pangs'
There is a huge range of catering options at Kempton Park. The Panoramic Bar & Restaurant has one of the finest views of any racecourse and with new caterers Azure, the dining can only be described as ‘fine’.
If you are looking for group hospitality or dining we can offer a number of options catering from 12-150, private or networking, all with fantastic views and access to Europe’s Premier Floodlit Racecourse.
Come racing at Kempton Park and the atmosphere is guaranteed to be electric and the food eclectic. Call 01372 474447 or email events.kempton@jockeyclubracecourses.com for bookings and enquiries. Cocktail
Head up to the Panoramic Bar and check out the view whilst sipping your favourite tipple. This area offers fantastic views across the course and is available on most days, subject to space availability. Something a little more relaxed?
The catering in the Premier Suite (first floor of the Grandstand) is designed for the sophisticated palate, without the expensive price tag. Try our curries, pies or pasta with a cold drink. It is sure to set you up for the day. Food on foot more your style?
There is a huge variety of options for you in the Paddock Enclosure (ground floor of the Grandstand). You can choose from fish and chips, pizza, chargrill, sandwiches or Chinese noodles. Bubbly Style
Soak up the glamour of racing at Kempton from the comfort of the Champagne Bar. Serving the best in Champagne and fresh seafood this bar has easy access to both the Parade Ring and trackside lawns. It’s Thirsty Work All areas have bars serving a wide range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. The bars open at the same time as the gates and stay open for one hour after racing in the afternoons. There’s no need to rush off after the last race – stay and enjoy the atmosphere, whilst celebrating a win! To ensure you have a fantastic full evening of entertainment and fun the bars in the Premier Suite will be open until 11.30pm for all evening fixtures. What else does Kempton Park offer? It’s not all just racing here at Kempton Park. We want you to have a memorable experience here at Kempton Park and will keep you entertained long after the horse boxes have departed. The digibet Bar is the focus of attention after racing for our floodlit evenings. We will be hosting live music, discos and theme nights. On Family Days we have FREE INDOOR kids activities. . Help…I’ve never placed a bet before!
Don’t panic – it’s easy… | 1 | Firstly review your racecard and choose your horse. | | 2 | Choose your style of betting. You can bet with a bookmaker where you will be offered fixed odds (the likelihood of your horse winning) or place a bet with the Tote, where your money will be added to their country-wide pool and you will receive a proportional cut if you win. | | 3 | The higher the odds, (where the difference between the first and second numbers are greater – ie 100/1 rather than 2/1 or 7/4) the less chance the bookmakers think the horse has of winning the race. The shorter the odds (where the difference between the first and second numbers are smaller – ie 2/1) the more chance the bookmaker thinks the horse has of winning the race. | | 4 | Like the horse, but not confident of the win? Go each way! This means you will win if your horse is placed in the race (placings vary per race dependent on the number of horses competing – check before you place your bet). | | 5 | Choose your best viewing position, get ready, cheer on your horse | | 6 | Collect your winnings and then celebrate in style! |
We’ll hold six or seven races per fixture, as well as show live racing action from other courses – so watch carefully, take notes and pick a winner!
Do you have facilities for those with special needs? Yes, all suites are accessible to the disabled customer. DDA compliant toilets are available in all areas. Lifts are available at both ends of the Grandstand and in the main entrance of the Clubhouse. Disabled viewing is provided in the Premier Steppings to the front of the Grandstand and Parade Ring Steppings. Bar and food serveries have accessibility points for the disabled. The Racecourse Office and Premier Entrance are all fitted with induction loops for the hard of hearing. Mobile induction loops can be made at advance request.
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