What time does the Cheltenham Festival start? Across the four days, gates will open at 10:30am, with the first race beginning at 1:30pm. The feature race of the day will kick off at 3:30pm, and the last race at 5:30pm.
What time can you enter Cheltenham?
Gates open at 10.30am on each of the four days of the Festival, and for the three hours before racing, and the hour and a half after, there is time to soak up the unique atmosphere amongst the trade stands, parades, music, and entertainment that fill the Cheltenham racecourse during the week.
What time do gates open at Cheltenham Racecourse?
approx. 11.45am
Seven races in total. Gates open at approx. 11.45am. First race at 12.15pm and last race 5.15pm.
Can you wear jeans at Cheltenham Festival?
A tweed skirt, or the new Anna Lascata suede skirt are great options. Otherwise, the relaxed dress code at Cheltenham means it is acceptable to wear a smart pair of jeans and many do.
Can you take alcohol into Cheltenham Festival?
Please kindly note that bringing your own alcoholic drink on site is strictly prohibited. Cheltenham operates a responsible drinking policy and all staff are trained to the highest standards. Please note that visitors to Cheltenham Racecourse will be restricted to buying up to four alcoholic drinks at a time.
Can you wear ripped jeans to Cheltenham?
Tattersalls Enclosure In this part of the race course, smart casual dress is recommended for both men and women. Smart jeans, trousers and chinos are allowed but ripped jeans are not permitted. There are other rules to follow too as shorts, sportswear, t-shirts and fancy dress will lead to refused entry.
Are there sniffer dogs at Cheltenham Festival?
dogs. – Detection dog notices are erected on routes to the main entrances. – Drug amnesty bins are positioned – 2 at each entrance, for any customers wanting to dispose of illegal drugs prior to entrance into the Enclosures. They are weighted down to ensure they cannot be moved and are securely locked.
How much is a pint of Guinness at Cheltenham races?
£7
Price boards show the cost of a pint of Guinness, which is traditionally enjoyed at the event, at an eye-watering £7. The price of other drinks is not much lower, with Carling lager just 10p cheaper at £6.90. Meanwhile, a pint of cider or a bottle of Doom Bar Bitter meanwhile will also set you back a cool £7.
Is there a dress code for Cheltenham Festival?
There is no set dress code for The Festival™ but we ask customers to dress for the weather, take some inspiration from our Style Guide below. Fancy dress is permitted as long as the outfit is not offensive and we reserve the right to decline entry should the need arise.
Do you have to wear a hat to Cheltenham?
From feathers to tweed, dresses to hats, anything goes at The Festival. Gentlemen usually wear a suit or similar, and ladies often opt for hats, in all enclosures and the restaurants and hospitality facilities.
Do you have to wear a mask at horse racing?
All racecourse attendees must comply with the BHA COVID-19 Requirements, which stipulate that attendees must, where required, wear face coverings and/or appropriate PPE.
Can I wear trainers to Cheltenham?
Officially there is no dress code at Cheltenham.
From feathers to tweed, dresses to hats, anything goes at The Festival.
Can I take a hip flask to Cheltenham?
Anyone who has ever paid close to £10 for a festival pint knows how strong the urge to pack a cost-saving hip flask can be. However, just like Glastonbury, at Cheltenham’s Festival you will not be allowed in with any form of your own consumables. This means both booze, water and food.
How much is a drink at Cheltenham Festival?
A 25ml measure of spiced run, vodka, gin or pink gin will set racegoers back £6, and Irish whiskey was priced at 10p more. Please note that odds are subject to change. Always check odds are correct before placing bets with any bookmaker. 18+ | Play responsibly.
How much is drink at Cheltenham?
A single Gin & Tonic is priced at €9.50. A glass of house white or red wine costs more than €10.40 and is served in a small plastic cup while a bottle of their ‘House Champagne’ would cost you €78. When contacted, a Cheltenham Racecourse spokesperson said: “We work hard to absorb inflationary costs wherever we can.
Can you smoke at Cheltenham Festival?
Is smoking and vaping allowed at Cheltenham Racecourse? It is not permitted to smoke or vape on the public steppings and seated public balconies of the grandstand, to include the likes of Insurance seats, Guinness Grandstand etc. Smoking and vaping is permitted in other outdoor areas.
What should you not wear to the races?
Although far from compulsory in all enclosures, smart dress is the accepted dress code for racegoers. Trainers and shorts are widely regarded as unacceptable, although not forbidden in some enclosures or at some meetings. The classic Flat racing attire for men is a collared shirt with trousers and smart shoes.
Do they search you at Cheltenham?
All bags will be searched upon entry which may delay your entry into the racecourse. Please allow time for your bag to be searched.
Can you scatter ashes at Cheltenham Racecourse?
” We allow the scattering of ashes at Cheltenham Racecourse. There is no charge however there are restrictions as to when they can do this. We don’t permit it during race meetings or either the day before or the day after as that is when the track is being attended to.
Do horses know they are raving?
When horses are in the middle of a race, they’re likely viewing it as being part of a herd of horses in motion and it’s in their natural instinct to run, whether it’s on a racetrack or just when they’re let out into pasture.
Can police horses detect drugs?
Narcotic detection horses are perfect for patrolling parking lots, grounds areas, parks or vehicle inspection points. Narcotic detection horses could act as the perfect undercover scent detector tool. They could be used for finding meth labs or marijuana fields in small towns and in rural or wilderness areas.