Exeter Racecourse

Kennford, Exeter, Devon, EX6 7XS

Tel: 01392 832599

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Haldon Gold Cup race

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Set in a stunning location overlooking beautiful Devon countryside, Exeter Racecourse prides itself as being one of the UK’s most progressive tracks, with excellent facilities and transport links to match competitive racing throughout the National Hunt Season.

Whether you’re a seasoned or first-time racegoer, you’re guaranteed a great day out and a warm welcome at Exeter Racecourse, with corporate-friendly weekday meetings, holiday fixtures to suit the family and the popular Ladies Evening in May with a live band playing after racing. To complement the excitement of a day’s racing, the racecourse offers a range of superb hospitality packages, restaurant and bar facilities.

Exeter Racecourse’s fully established Conference and Events Centre is open throughout the year - we are proud to offer our clients outstanding levels of service and catering in any of our range of attractive and functional conference suites and will ensure your day is managed to exceed your highest expectations.

Race Fixtures

2016
20th November – Devon Day
2nd December – First December Meeting
15th December – Christmas Fun Raceday

2017
1st January – New Year’s Day Racing
17th January - January Jumps
12th February - Super Sunday
24th February - Devon National Raceday
7th March - First march Raceday
21st March - Higos Insurance Services Spring Raceday
11th April - Family Day
18th April - Evening Racing
26th April - Second Evening Racing
9th May - Ladies Night


All racetimes are subject to change - please call the Racecourse Office on (01392) 832599 for confirmation nearer the raceday in question.

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Guide Prices

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
Accompanied children under 16Free
Grandstand & Paddock badge£14.00 per ticket
Haldon Premier badge£19.00 per ticket

Ticket prices vary with the fixture. Group discounts available.

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      Directions

      Road Directions

      Exeter Racecourse is situated at the top of Haldon Hill, alongside the A38 Exeter to Plymouth Road, 5 miles south west of the end of the M5 Motorway and two miles east of Chudleigh.

      Public Transport Directions

      By Rail

      To Exeter St David's from London (Paddington), two hours travelling time. Taxis are available by telephone Capital Taxis on 01392 433433. It is advisable to book your return journey after racing.

      By Bus

      Free bus from Exeter bus station and Exeter St David’s train station, to the Racecourse and back every raceday.

      Facilities

      Accessibility

      • Accessible to Wheelchair Users
      • Guide Dogs Permitted
      • Ramp/Level Access

      Catering

      • On-Site café/restaurant
      • Restaurant

      Establishment Features

      • Air-conditioning throughout
      • Available for wedding receptions
      • Business facilities (eg. Fax/ modem)
      • Cater for groups
      • Conference facilities
      • Event venue
      • Event Venue
      • Toilets

      Key Features

      • Families
      • Groups
      • In countryside
      • Outdoor Attraction
      • Stag and Hen Parties

      Parking & Transport

      • Car parking
      • Coach Parking
      • On Bus Route
      • On site parking

      Payment Methods

      • All major credit cards accepted
      • Contactless payment accepted

      Specialist Features

      • Family Fun
      • Marketed towards senior citizens

      Tours and Demonstrations

      • Guided Tours Available for Groups

      Travel & Trade

      • Group discounts available
      • Wi-fi available

      Venue Facilities

      • Groups Accepted

      Opening Times

      open (1 Jan 2023 - 31 Dec 2024)
      DayTimes

      * Saturday & Sunday closed unless racing/event or the day before racing.

      Please visit website or see below for race dates.

      Awards

      • Regional and MiscellaneousWTTC Safe Travels WTTC Safe Travels 2021

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