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Paddock Enclosure at Cartmel

Access to both sides of the track: the grandstand, Parade Ring, restaurants, extra big screens and more bookmakers, plus everything in the Course Enclosure.

Photo: Michael Garlick, CC BY-SA 2.0, cropped

TicketsMore than Course; cheaper online

Dress codeSmart casual

Parade RingYes

EntrancePaddock entrance (Paddock Parking is pre-book only)

Who it suits

Racegoers who want the grandstand, the Parade Ring and the restaurants.
Anyone using a Personal Assistant ticket, which is only issued with Paddock tickets.

Ticket prices

Paddock prices
Ticket	Price
AdultCheaper online than on the gate	On the booking page
June Friday Racing & Madness, 2027Racing with live music	From £59.50
Aged 17 and underWith a paying adult, standard race days	Free

Paddock Parking is pre-book only.

Check availability on the official site

Where your ticket takes you

The grandstand and Parade Ring.
Restaurants, bars and extra big screens.
More bookmakers.
Everything in the Course Enclosure.

Not included

Restaurant tables, party tents and domes, booked separately.

The view

From the grandstand you see the finish and the long run-in, and the Parade Ring is close by to see the runners before each race.

Food and drink

The Paddock side has Cartmel’s restaurants and bars, and you can still use the food stands on the Course side.

Restaurants

Including the R.F. Miller restaurant, with a view over the course (book ahead).

Bars

On the Paddock side.

Facilities

Big screens

Extra screens on the Paddock side.

Accessible toilets

On the Paddock side.

Dress code

Smart casual in the Paddock and restaurants. Bring a waterproof: it’s an outdoor, grassy course with little shelter.

Getting in

Gates open at 10am, hours before racing, so you can set up early. Follow the signs for your enclosure: you’ll be turned around at the wrong entrance. Access between the enclosures closes about 30 minutes before each race. Paddock Parking is pre-book only.

Accessibility

A free Personal Assistant ticket is issued only with a paid Paddock adult ticket: send the application form with evidence such as DLA, PIP or an Access Card. Blue Badge parking can be pre-booked on either side of the course for £10, or is free at Seven Acres. Accessible toilets are on both sides; most areas are grass.

Full accessibility guide for Cartmel

Children and families

Racegoers aged 17 and under get in free with a paying adult on standard race days; add their free tickets when you book.

Tips

Pre-book Paddock Parking, or follow the Course signs if you haven’t.
Book online: gate prices are higher.
Move between sides before access closes 30 minutes before each race.

Upgrading

For a table and a meal, book one of the restaurants, including one with a private balcony over the finishing line, or a party tent or dome for your group.

Questions people ask

Does Paddock include the Course Enclosure?

Yes, you can use both sides.

Is there a dress code?

Smart casual in the Paddock and restaurants.

Can I park on the Paddock side?

Only if you’ve pre-booked Paddock Parking.

Can I upgrade on the day?

Yes, from Course to Paddock.

Other enclosures at Cartmel

Best valueCourse EnclosureThe middle of the course, with the funfair, food and drink stands, a big screen and bookmakers, plus lots of grass for a picnic. Free parking at Seven Acres.Groups and hospitalityTents, domes and restaurantsParty tents for up to 15, private domes, picnic benches and three restaurants, including one with a private balcony over the finishing line. All must be booked in advance.

Compare all the enclosures side by side · Back to the Cartmel guide

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