Tattersalls at Chester

Who it suits

• Racegoers who want to see the horses up close in the Parade Ring before each race.
• Groups who enjoy a lively atmosphere, with live music and pop-up bars on the Pavilion Lawn.
• First-timers who want the full experience without paying for the County areas.

Ticket prices

Chester’s published starting price; May Festival prices are higher. 2027 prices weren’t on sale when we checked.

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Where your ticket takes you

• Tiered standing on the grandstand with trackside views of the final furlong.
• The Paddock, home to the Parade Ring and Winners’ Enclosure.
• The Pavilion Lawn, with pop-up bars, food stations and live music.
• The Roodee and Dee Stand.

Not included

• The covered County Concourse and its Champagne Bar.
• The County Long Room, Winning Post and The Garden.

The view

You can watch from the tiered standing in the grandstand or head down to the rails for close-up views of the final furlong. Between races, walk to the Paddock to see the runners parade and join the celebrations in the Winners’ Enclosure.

Food and drink

Plenty of choice, from the Tattersalls bars to the pop-ups on the Pavilion Lawn.

Facilities

Dress code

Smart casual. Men need a collared shirt (a polo shirt is fine) with smart trousers, chinos or smart jeans (not ripped); smart, non-branded trainers are allowed. Shorts, tracksuits, plain T-shirts, sportswear, sports shirts and fancy dress aren’t allowed.

Getting in

Tattersalls guests can use the Fast Track Lane at Gate 4, which also gives level access. Only small handbags are allowed into the racecourse; larger bags are turned away, and there’s no left-luggage. Gates usually open two hours before the first race.

Accessibility

Accessible toilets are in both the general admission and hospitality areas. For level access avoid the steep Dee Stand steps and use the Tattersalls Fast Track Lane at Gate 4. A free Companion Pass is available with a full-price adult ticket; call 01244 304 600.

Full accessibility guide for Chester

Children and families

Children aged 17 and under go free with a ticket-holding adult and don’t need a ticket. They should follow the smart-casual dress code too.

Tips

• Head to the Paddock a few minutes before each race to see the runners.
• If it rains, you may prefer the covered County Concourse.
• Leave large bags at home: only small handbags are allowed.
• Upgrade from the Roodee to Tattersalls on the day if there’s space, but no shorts are allowed in Tattersalls.

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