Catterick Racecourse

Few spectacles in life compare with a day at the races and Catterick Racecourse will not disappoint. Exciting action, good food and drink, a flutter on your fancy and the unique Catterick atmosphere combine to give you one of the most memorable days out.

Catterick Racecourse

Catterick Racecourse is one of the true homes of the Northern racing scene – a venue steeped in tradition and a favourite among many of the region’s owners,trainers and racing public. Today, Catterick is a charming blend of old and new. The framework of the old 1906 stand is still evident in the present Grandstand but many alterations and improvements have taken place while maintaining the informal atmosphere.

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As well as being the busiest Racecourse in North Yorkshire with racing all year round, Catterick prides itself on being the friendliest and provides a fun relaxed day out for everyone whatever the occasion. As a dual purpose track it hosts 17 Flat meetings and 10 National Hunt meetings. The Yorkshire Racing Year starts with Catterick’s popular New Year’s Day meeting and ends with its meeting on December 28th.

The flat track at Catterick Racecourse is 1 mile and 1 furlong in length. It is run left-handed, has tight bends and undulations. Meanwhile the National Hunt track at Catterick Racecourse is a wider and slightly longer circuit at 1 mile and 3 furlongs. It has eight notoriously easy fences.

The jump track at Catterick Racecourse is not quite as sharp as the flat or hunt tracks but the fences are placed relatively close together and like the other tracks it is best suited to handy horses.

Catterick Racecourse Facilities

There are two enclosures at Catterick Racecourse, each boasting some top rate facilities. Which ever enclosure you are in you are guaranteed a day full of style and excitement.

Grandstand and Paddock Enclosure
allows racegoers access to all of the main racecourse facilities, including the Parade Ring and Winners’ Enclosure as well as offering panoramic views of the Flat and National Hunt racecourse from either of the two tiered grandstands or the roof top terrace above the cafeteria.

This enclosure is served by a number of food and drink outlets. Whether you want a three course meal in the Restaurant or a light bite in the Self Service Cafeteria, there is something to cover all tastes and budgets. In addition, hot and cold snacks can be found in the Champions Bar and Buffet and the Gods Solution Bar, which also offer full bar facilities along with the Parade Ring and Betting Shop bars.

Course Enclosure
Situated in the centre of the track the Course enclosure provides a very good view of both the National Hunt and Flat racecourses. The Course enclosure offers food and drink facilities including bar facilities and at each meeting there are a number of on-course bookmakers and Totepool betting facilities available.

For the children there is a playground and during the Summer Holidays and on Saturday Afternoons additional attractions are provided to keep younger racegoers entertained throughout the day. Racegoers are permitted to bring picnics into the enclosure but are reminded that bringing alcohol into any of the racecourse enclosures is strictly prohibited and will be removed from those attempting to do so.

Tickets for the enclosures are available in advance from the Catterick Racecourse website and we do advise that you take advantage of this as it does get full at Catterick very quickly.

The Restaurant – This first class restaurant at Catterick Racecourse offers an a la carte menu, fine food and excellent value for money. The Restaurant overlooks the Parade Ring and Winners’ Enclosure and racegoers wishing to dine here will require a Grandstand and Paddock Ticket.

Catterick Racecourse Directions

Located in the hamlet of Catterick Bridge in North Yorkshire the racecourse is clearly signposted once you reach Catterick. For members that would like to use a route planner to aid with their directions to Catterick Racecourse we have provided an interactive map below.

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Catterick Racecourse Dress Code

Catterick Racecourse does not operate a formal dress code. Racegoers are advised to wear smart casual clothing and most importantly dress for the weather. We really rate Catterick Racecourse as one of the most friendly and welcoming racecourses in the UK and advise our members to check it out.

Make every day a winner!