Groups and hospitality
Tents, domes and restaurants at Cartmel
Party 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.
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Who it suits
- Groups of friends and families, with party tents for up to 15.
- Celebrations with a meal and a view of the finish.
Ticket prices
| Option | Price |
|---|---|
| Party tent (up to 15)Book in advance | On the booking page |
| Private domeBook in advance | On the booking page |
| Restaurant packagesIncluding the R.F. Miller restaurant | On the booking page |
Fixture tickets cover every race day in a month at a discount.
Where your ticket takes you
- Your booked tent, dome, bench or restaurant table.
- Your enclosure (Course or Paddock, depending on your tickets).
- All the public facilities in that enclosure.
Not included
- Admission, unless included in your package; check when booking.
The view
Restaurant guests get a view over the course, one with a private balcony over the finishing line; tents and domes give your group a base by the action.
Food and drink
Restaurant packages include food with a view; tent and dome groups can use the food stands or bring a picnic. You can bring a picnic and your own barbecue (not gas), as long as it’s out 30 minutes before racing.
Three restaurants
Including the R.F. Miller restaurant with a bird’s-eye view of the course.
Tents and domes
Bring food or use the stands nearby.
Facilities
Private balcony
One restaurant has a private balcony over the finishing line.
Shelter
A covered base on a showery day.
Dress code
Smart casual in the restaurants; relaxed in tents and domes. Bring a waterproof for the walk around the course.
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.
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. If you’ve booked hospitality and are bringing an assistance dog, email your booking reference.
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. Party tents suit families with children.
Tips
- Book early: tents, domes and restaurant tables sell out.
- Check what admission is included.
- Combine a tent with Course tickets for a family day by the funfair.
Upgrading
Fixture tickets give a discount if you plan to come to every race day in a month.
Questions people ask
How many people fit in a party tent?
Up to 15.
Do I need to book?
Yes, all tents, domes and restaurants must be booked in advance.
Is there a restaurant with a view?
Yes, one has a private balcony over the finishing line.
Can children come?
Yes; under-18s are free with a paying adult on standard race days.
Other enclosures at Cartmel
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