Haydock Racecourse

Haydock Park, set in woodland and tree-lined avenues retains much of the atmosphere of a park, a reminder of the days when it was in possession of a great Lancashire family. Haydock Park Racecourse is the most used racecourses in the country with racing on 32 days. The very best Flat and Jumps Racing will be taking place with the highlight event – the Old Newton Cup bring a lively atmosphere to the track.

Haydock Racecourse

With a choice of four grandstands and 33 private viewing suites, top class restaurants and bars – Haydock Park is as well-known for world-class racing as it is for hosting spectacular events, attracting visitors in their thousands each year.

Haydock Racecourse

In February of 2011 Haydock Park Racecourse hosts the recently rebranded Totesport Grand National Trial, (formally the Haydock Gold Cup.)

This premier jump race will be staged on Saturday 19th February 2011 and with a guaranteed prize money fund of £100,000, this Grade 3 Channel 4-televised race is one of the most valuable races in the jump racing calendar, attracting the very best long distance steeplechasers from around the Country.

Often billed as the trial for the Grand National, this valuable staying handicap chase certainly has a rich history – the most successful National horse of all time, Red Rum, used this Haydock race as his prep run for all 5 years of his remarkable Aintree era.

Haydock Racecourse The Racetrack

Haydock Racecourse - The Racetrack

The Haydock Racecourse Flat highlight of the year is the Group One Haydock Park Sprint which is part of a quintet (the Golden Jubilee at Royal Ascot, the July Cup at Newmarket, the Nunthorpe at York, and the Prix de l’Abbaye at Longchamp) which determines the Champion Sprinter of Europe.

The mile and a half long oval track at Haydock Park does not favour all horses, some find the rise over the final five furlong run in a massive challenge – stamina is really tested here with power becoming king.

High numbers used to be favoured in sprints when the ground was good or softer, but low numbers now seem to have a decent advantage, especially on soft or heavy ground.

Haydock Racecourse Facilities

You can really enjoy the days racing in style at Haydock Park, which boasts some wonderful facilities. Food and Drink are handled in style allowing you to soak up the excitement.

The Premier Enclosure
Situated on the top floor of the Centenary Stand, the Premier Suite offers relaxed, sophisticated surroundings from where you can enjoy your days racing. The suite includes exclusive ‘Harry’s Bistro’ Restaurant facility, bar and betting areas and a specious viewing balcony overlooking the Winning Post.

County Enclosure
The County Enclosure is situated directly opposite the Winning Post and provides access to several suites within the Centenary Stand and the Tommy Whittle Stand including the Colours Restaurant and the newly refurbished Lanson Pink Champagne and Seafood Bar. Entry to the County Enclosure also includes access to both seated and standing viewing areas, as well as to the Parade Ring and Winner’s Enclosure.

Tattersalls Enclosure
The largest of Haydock Park’s four enclosures is the Tattersalls Enclosure which offers and excellent view of racing as well as access to the Parade Ring and Winner’s Enclosure. This enclosure also includes access to three raised viewing areas in addition to a wide range of bars and catering areas. Betting is available both with the tote or the on-course bookmakers who situate themselves directly in front of the stands

Newton Enclosure
The Newton Enclosure (Haydock Park’s Silver Ring) includes a viewing stand along with cafeteria and bar. This family enclosure also incorporates a Children’s play area and bouncy castle on Saturday’s (weather permitting).

Haydock Racecourse Directions

Haydock Park is located just one mile from junction 23 of the M6. Racegoers with reserved car park passes and coach parties should enter the course from the A49. The main car park is accessed from the A580 East. To help you plan your directions we enclose an interactive map below.

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Haydock Racecourse Dress Code

The dress code for the Premier Enclosure is a jacket and tie for gents and for the County Enclosure smart casual for both ladies and gentleman. No jeans, T-Shirts, track wear or training shoes will be permitted into either one of these enclosures.

For ladies, hats are not compulsory though Gents Dress Code more and more people are wearing them. We recommend bringing a handbag big enough to hold your race card – normally an A5 sized booklet – along with your essentials, with a small zip compartment for your money and betting slips.

For Tattersalls and Newton Enclosures there is no dress code.

Haydock Racecourse is able to bring enjoyable family racing to be enjoyed by all – Hospitality facilities are excellent if you want to be papered and the racing is always first class so get yourselves down there for the day.

Make every day a winner!