Thirsk Racecourse

The Grandstand At Thirsk Racecourse

In 2005, Thirsk Racecourse proudly celebrated 150 years of racing on the course at Station Road in Thirsk. A good choice for a day out at the races, with high quality racing, good facilities and attractive surroundings. The course at Thirsk is used for flat racing between April and September and a good quality is always on show.

The Racetrack at Thirsk is made up of two sections, a straight course of 6 furlongs, running parallel to Station Road, with the start close to Thirsk Railway Station and the winning post in front of the grandstand. There is also a left hand circuit, about one and a quarter miles in length which joins the straight course some three furlongs from home. Races up to 6 furlongs use the straight course and the 7f and 1 mile starts are near the racing stables. Races longer than 1 mile start on the home straight and involve a complete circuit.

Thirsk Racecourse Facilities

The Members Enclosure:

This Enclosure is suitable for racegoers who want the full ‘raceday’ experience. Entry is controlled by a badge issued either on an ‘Annual’ basis to Members, or as a ‘Day Badge’ for a single fixture. The expected dress code is smart, Gentlemen are required to wear collar and tie.

Private car park close to the exclusive entrance to the Club Enclosure

Unrestricted grandstand views across the course, opposite the finishing line

Seated viewing from the Tote ‘Members’ Stand.

Full access to the Parade Ring and Winners Enclosure.

A choice of high quality catering and bar facilities.

Bar Facilities exclusive to the Members’ Enclosure

The Cherry Tree Bar - located in the Ground Floor of the Manton Suite with tables outside in the Cherry Tree Garden. Snacks are also available

The Seafood Bar - located in the Main Grandstand, overlooking the course close to the finishing line. Serves drinks after the first race. Reserved for pre-booked ‘Champagne and Seafood’ ticket holders up to this time.

The Woolpack - in the shade of overhanging trees and overlooking the Parade Ring.

The Members’ Bar – located in the Hambleton Rooms behind the Main Stand.

The Family Ring Enclosure

The Family Ring is ideal for family groups with children, and others who want to experience a day’s racing at a bargain price. There are ample bar and catering outlets, betting facilities and a good view of the course from the trackside or under cover.

Accompanied children under 16 are admitted free.

Unrestricted views across the course, along the home straight.

Hot food and drinks and bar facilities.

Picnic area and space for children to play.

Betting through the Tote and on-course bookmakers.

Age and ‘Car + Four’ concessions.

Children’s entertainment on advertised family days.

Thirsk Racecourse Directions

Follow the ‘brown’ or ‘yellow’ road signs if available.

From the south (A1): take the A168 at Dishforth. After 6 miles take the B1448 to Thirsk. At the mini-roundabout, turn left past Tesco . The Members car park is on the right and the main car park is opposite the main entrance, on the left.

From the north (A1): follow signs for Thirsk. Enter Thirsk from the west along the A61. The racecourse is on the left about half a mile past the railway station.

From Teesside: turn off the A19 for Thirsk, then go through the town centre, leaving on the A61 for Ripon. At the mini roundabout beyond the town centre, turn right past Tesco.

From York (A19): go straight on at the first roundabout approaching Thirsk, then left at the second roundabout, then through the town centre.

From Scarborough (A170): keep straight on at the roundabout and follow signs Ripon (A61) then through the town centre.

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Thirsk Racecourse Dress Code

For all enclosures bar the family enclosure the expected dress code, is smart. Collar and tie are expected here in the enclosures and restaurants.

Make every day a winner!