450 spaces. Car parking costs £11 on Family Funday and £8 for all other fixtures. 450 spaces. Chester Race Company will be providing free parking for shoppers at the racecourse and for the first time, Linenhall car park.
Is it free to park at Chester Racecourse?
The Chester Race Company initiative, in partnership with Chester BID, will see hundreds of parking spaces provided free of charge at the Racecourse and at Linenhall car park in Nicholas Street.
Is Chester Racecourse open for parking?
Car parking is available on the Open Course, which is located in the centre of the racecourse.
What time does Chester Racecourse car park close?
8am to 6pm
Chester Racecourse has a car park which is open daily from 8am to 6pm. There is also Linenhall car park which is open from 6am to 6pm every day. There are almost 800 parking bays available across the two car parks. Both car parks offer parking free of charge on certain days.
Is there shelter at Chester races?
The Tattersalls Enclosure is located between the Dee Stand and County Concourse. Offering access to both sides of the track (including the Parade Ring in the Paddock), Tattersalls is a firm favourite with racegoers.
How much does it cost to park at Chester Racecourse?
Car parking costs £11 on Family Funday and £8 for all other fixtures. 450 spaces.
How much is parking in Chester?
If you come to Chester regularly you can buy a season ticket for the car park for £6.76 a day. Alternatively for up to one hour it costs £3.50, up to two hours it’s £6.50 and up to four hours it costs £10. For those who want to stay for the day between four and 24 hours costs £17.
Are there sniffer dogs at Chester races?
Do you have sniffer dogs? It is common to see sniffer (drug detection) dogs outside the racecourse at our admission gates on a race day.
Do you have to pay for parking at the Countess of Chester?
First 30 minutes FREE. up to 5 hours £3. 5 to 8 hours £5. More than 8 hours £7.
Can you take beer into Chester races?
A moderate amount of alcohol (two cans of beer or half a bottle of wine per person) can only be brought on to the Open Course via car. No alcohol may be brought onto the site by foot. All alcohol brought onto the site by racegoers must be consumed in the car park picnic area.
Where can I park in Chester at night?
- Walker Street Car Park. Chester.
- Sealand Road Park and Ride Car Park. Chester.
- Brook Street Car Park. Chester.
- 33 and 37, Christleton Road Car Park. Chester.
- Chester Station Car Park (TFW) Chester.
- Curzon Street Car Park. Chester.
- Delamere Street Car Park. Chester.
- Chester Racecourse Car Park. Chester.
Do you have to wear a suit to Chester races?
Gentlemen are required to wear a well-tailored suit or a blazer with smart trousers, together with a shirt, collar and tie. Ladies are required to wear smart dress. No denim jeans of any colour, no trainers, no shorts, no sportswear and no fancy dress will be permitted.
What time do Chester races start?
Our normal Box Office opening hours are as follows: Monday to Friday 8.30am – 5pm. Raceday fixtures 8am – until the start of the final race. Race evening fixtures 8.30am – until the start of the final race.
Which is the best enclosure at Chester races?
Winning Post Enclosure
Winning Post Enclosure
Chester’s most premium ticketed enclosure is situated adjacent to the Winning Post itself and within the heart of the buzzing paddock. The Winning Post is the perfect spot to socialise and soak in all of the atmosphere a day’s racing at Chester has to offer.
Where do I go after Chester races?
Here are just a few of our recommendations:
- Oddfellows (Lower Bridge Street)
- The Church (Newgate Street)
- Atina Kitchen (Foregate Street)
- Abode Chester (Grosvenor Road)
- Barlounge (Watergate Street)
- Kuckoo (Watergate Street)
- Urbano 32 (Bridge Street)
- Commonhall Social (Commonhall Street)
Is Chester Racecourse the oldest in the world?
Established in 1539, Chester is the oldest racecourse still in operation in the world. During the Roman occupation of Britain, most of the modern sixty-five-acre site of Chester Racecourse was not even dry land.
How much is parking at Chester Le street Park?
Long stay
| Name of car park | Opening hours | Tariff |
|---|---|---|
| Riverside | Monday to Sunday 24 hours. | Monday to Sunday 9.00am – 8.00pm 0-1 hour: 80p 1-2 hours: £1.20 2-4 hours: £2 4-6 hours: £3.10 over 6 hours: £4.20 Coaches – all day: £8.50 |
What time do Chester races finish today?
✨ First race is 1.40pm and last race is 5.40pm.
Can you walk around Chester Racecourse?
This is the ultimate way to explore the whole of the city, taking you from the Visitor Information Centre along the Shropshire Union Canal, River Dee, through Grosvenor Park and even around the racecourse. Experience everything Chester has to offer on this great circular walk! 1.
Can you leave your car overnight at park and ride Chester?
For those with motorhomes, overnight stays are only allowed at Little Roodee Car Park, which is nearby. Upton park and ride facilities do have other features that make it more convenient for users, such as CCTVs and disabled spots.
How do you pay for parking at Chester?
Payments can also be made by phoning the automated payment line (24 hour service) on 0300 123 7029. You can also pay by cheque. Please remember to write the PCN number and your vehicle registration number on the reverse of the cheque.