Grandstand & Paddock at Fakenham

Who it suits

• First-time visitors wanting access to the main public areas and a view of the horses in the Parade Ring.
• Racegoers who plan to use public bars and food vendors rather than book a hospitality meal.
• Visitors on a budget who do not need Members’ Grandstand access.

Ticket prices

These are the 2026 published prices. Children aged 17 and under enter free with a responsible adult. Online ticket sales close at 8am on raceday.

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Where your ticket takes you

• The main Grandstand viewing area and all of the Parade Ring.
• Adrian Flux Bar, a large indoor space with betting, screens and seating.
• Bookmakers, Tote facilities and the Britbet betting shop.
• Food outlets, mobile vendors and trade stands around the public enclosure.

Not included

• The Members’ section of the Grandstand, accessible viewing area and Prince of Wales Stand Bar; those require a Day Member ticket.
• A reserved hospitality table in a restaurant or Lancaster Room unless separately booked.
• Food or drink included in the ticket price.

The view

Fakenham’s tight, compact track brings racegoers close to the action. The ticket gives access to the main Grandstand viewing area and views of all of the Parade Ring, so you can watch the horses before the start and return to the trackside for the race. The Adrian Flux Bar offers an indoor base with screens and seating, but the main viewing experience is outdoors.

Food and drink

The public enclosure has several mobile caterers and the Adrian Flux Bar.

Facilities

Dress code

Fakenham has no formal dress code for public areas and advises visitors to dress appropriately for the weather. Jeans and shorts are acceptable; football tops are not. Well-behaved dogs are welcome on short leads outdoors, but not in stands, steps or indoor food areas unless they are assistance dogs. Wear practical shoes for moving around the course.

Getting in

Use either Pudding Norton, NR21 7NA, or the Gallows Sports Centre entrance, NR21 7NY, following the gate shown on your e-ticket. Pudding Norton is recommended for e-ticket holders and parking; Gallows is used for centre-course parking and picnics. Show your ticket at the correct gate for scanning. Online sales close at 8am on race morning; the 16 October 2026 opener lists gates at 11am.

Accessibility

The racecourse says accessible car parking and viewing are available; contact the office to arrange the parking. For access needs, a qualifying ticket holder can apply in advance for one free personal assistant ticket matching their Grandstand & Paddock badge. Send proof of eligibility and booking reference by email; companions are not issued at the gate. Blue Badge alone is not accepted as eligibility for the free companion ticket.

Full accessibility guide for Fakenham

Children and families

Children aged 17 and under are admitted free with a responsible adult and receive a wristband at the gate; they do not need an advance ticket. Children must remain with their responsible adult. Family facilities and activities vary by fixture, so use the event details for that day.

Tips

• The 2026 standard adult price is £18 online or £20 at the gate; Ladies Day is £23 or £25.
• Arrive early if you want a good position near the Grandstand or Parade Ring.
• Use the screens in the Adrian Flux Bar if you step inside during a race.
• Leave alcohol at home; the course searches bags and confiscates outside alcohol.

Upgrading

Upgrade to Day Member for the Members’ section of the Grandstand and the Prince of Wales Stand Bar. The 2026 standard advance difference is £5 per adult; the difference is also £5 on the gate.

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