Carlisle Racecourse

Carlisle Racecourse has fast become one of the premier attractions in the region, with extensive redevelopment of existing facilities and the introduction of numerous additional ones, there really is every reason to visit Carlisle Racecourse and see all that takes place at the Sporting Heart of Cumbria!

Carlisle Racecourse

Carlisle Racecourse

Carlisle Racecourse is 1m 4f in circumference, right handed, and hosts flat racing in the summer and National Hunt racing over the winter months. The last half mile is up a steep incline which is a real test of the horse. With four fences to jump in the straight and two steep downhill sections per circuit a well balanced runner is needed and cool headed experience is a great boost to the jockey.

Situated between the Borders and the Lake District, Carlisle provides tourists with an ideal opportunity for a day out at the races and the newly developed facilities keep you in comfort and style.

Grandstand & Paddock Tickets
These tickets enable you to visit all ground floor public areas including the Bell Hall of the Edinburgh Woollen Mill Grandstand with it’s extensive bars and fast food outlets, the Red Rum Bar, Family Bar and Pre-Parade Ring.

Premier Badges
These badges give you the added bonus of being able to use the first floor and upper terraces of the Edinburgh Woollen Mill Grandstand, the Patterson Bar, and the Swifts Restaurant. The dress code for the Premier enclosure is one of smart casual

Carlisle Racecourse Facilities

The Swifts Restaurant: Glass fronted and overlooking the Racecourse, it is located on the first floor of The Edinburgh Woollen Mill Grandstand and Premier enclosure badges are required. The Swifts Restaurant seats up to 150 racegoers in top style.

The Swifts Restaurant Package is available for all, from a small intimate lunch for two, to a maximum party size of twelve. So it’s perfect for that corporate lunch.

If dining isn’t what you come to the races for then there are several bars to refresh you during the day. There’s the Red Rum Bar and the Paddock Bar both serving a full range of alcoholic drinks and snacks including baguettes and sandwiches. On the ground floor of the Jubilee Stand you can eat and drink from the bar, grill or speciality coffee stall.

Carlisle Racecourse Directions

Conveniently located just off Jct 42 of the M6 Carlisle Racecourse is easy to access from any direction and is clearly signposted. To help you find your way and plan your directions we enclose an interactive map below.

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Carlisle Racecourse is a small and personal venue that has the honour of hosting some very competitive races, you really have to pay it a visit to see for yourselves.

Make every day a winner!