29Oct 2026
October Jump Racing
Six to eight jumps races; gates about noon.
14Oct 2026
Jump Season Opener
Jumps racing returns to Ffos Las.
From£16
Tickets
Meetings and tickets for 2026/27
Ffos Las’s published 2026/27 jump season opens in October. Fixture pages give the gate opening and shuttle times for each meeting; the late October and November cards are afternoon fixtures.
Ffos Las fixturesSeason 2026/27
Tickets
18Nov 2026
November Jump Racing
Six to eight jumps races; gates about 10:20.
Groups of six or more pay £15 each, including a drink. Hospitality packages are sold through Seat Unique.
A countryside day out
Any autumn jumps raceday.
By train
Llanelli station and the free shuttle.
Bringing children
Under-18s free, no ticket needed.
A group
£15 each for six or more, with a drink.
Which enclosure should you choose?
Ffos Las sells one public admission ticket, plus separately ticketed Premier Viewing and hospitality packages.
Public areas
General Admission
Access to the public bars, Blinkers Bar and public Grandstand, with views of the finish, home straight and Parade Ring.
Premier
Premier Viewing
A ticketed suite with a private balcony, a complimentary drink and access to all public areas.
Hospitality
Restaurant and suite hospitality
Dining and private suite options, including a shared hospitality table or private box on selected fixtures.
Compare every enclosure side by side: prices, views, bars and food, dress codes and entrances.
Dress code at Ffos Las Racecourse
Ffos Las asks visitors to choose clothes for both the setting and the season, with racing held throughout the year and much of the day outdoors. Its current dedicated dress page excludes ripped or torn jeans, trainers, sports team shirts and offensive or unsuitable fancy dress. Tasteful fancy dress is welcome. Visitors can choose smart-casual clothes or dress up for a special meeting, but should check the forecast and bring protection for cold, wet or sunny conditions.
Official clothing advice — checked 14 October 2026.
What will the trip cost?
A quick estimate for your group. Where we have confirmed a ticket price it’s filled in; otherwise add the price from the racecourse’s booking page. Change any figure to match your plans.
Getting to Ffos Las
Ffos Las is in rural Carmarthenshire, between Llanelli and Carmarthen.
Raceday shuttle
The shuttle is first come, first served and cannot be pre-booked. Each fixture page gives pickup and return times; the course says the bus may not match train services.
By car
Follow the brown signs from the A4138 towards Llanelli.
Other stations
These are the closest stations; Carmarthen is 12 miles away. Arrange a taxi for the last leg if not using the Llanelli shuttle.
Local bus
The Monday-to-Saturday route between Llanelli and Carmarthen stops in Trimsaran, Carway, Ponthenri and Meinciau. Check its timetable and plan the walk from the stop before relying on it for a fixture.
Parking at Ffos Las Racecourse
Ffos Las has free on-site parking, with stewards directing vehicles on arrival. Use SA17 4DE for sat-nav directions; the course is on Culla Road in Trimsaran, between Llanelli and Carmarthen and just off the A484. Visiting coaches are welcome and are directed to their own allocated parking area. Check the dedicated travel page before setting off if you need detailed approach directions or are combining road travel with another mode of transport.
Official parking advice — checked 14 October 2026.
Coming by train?
Book trains to Llanelli.
Hotels near Ffos Las Racecourse
Llanelli is the closest larger town, with Carmarthen another option for a historic town-centre stay. Ffos Las also recommends hotels in Llanelli and nearby villages; check driving or taxi arrangements because the course is rural.
Llanelli and the coast
Stay close to the town centre, restaurants and the Millennium Coastal Path.
- Stradey Park Hotel & Spa, Four-star Llanelli hotel, about a 10-minute drive from Ffos Las
- Coastal Park Hotel, Family-run 20-room hotel near Llanelli town centre, with accessible and ground-floor rooms
- Travelodge Llanelli Central, In the town’s commercial centre, opposite Ffwrnes Theatre
Carmarthen and nearby villages
Choose a town-centre hotel or a country pub with rooms west of the racecourse.
- The Diplomat Hotel & Spa, Hotel and spa in Felinfoel, roughly 13 minutes by car from the course
- Ivy Bush Royal, Carmarthen town-centre hotel with lounge and dining room
- The Red Lion, Llandyfaelog, Family-friendly pub, restaurant and accommodation about 13 miles from Ffos Las
Find a hotel
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Evenings in Carmarthenshire
Llanelli is the nearest town for dinner, drinks and a performance after racing. Carmarthen is another market-town option; these recommendations are for the towns, not the racecourse.
- Dinner and cocktails
Marzano’s
Discover Carmarthenshire lists Marzano’s on Colwell Street for tapas, cocktails and live entertainment, with a second café by the Millennium Coastal Path.
- Theatre and a meal
Ffwrnes Theatre and Llanelly House
Ffwrnes Theatre has an eclectic programme and daytime café; nearby Llanelly House offers a Georgian setting with a restaurant serving Welsh-inspired food.
- Food and drink by the coast
Machynys and Llanelli Market
The local tourism guide points to the Machynys Peninsula golf club brasserie overlooking the coast and Llanelli’s town-centre market for Welsh produce and local beer. Check performance and kitchen schedules with each venue.
The examples and visitor links come from Discover Carmarthenshire and Visit Wales.
Things to do while you are here
A race visit can extend to Llanelli’s industrial and cultural heritage, coastal paths, wildlife and Carmarthenshire castles.
Millennium Coastal Path
This 13-mile pedestrian and cycle route runs along the south Carmarthenshire coast, linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park.
WWT Llanelli Wetland Centre
A 450-acre network of lakes, pools, streams and lagoons on the Burry Inlet. Wildlife varies by season, with wading birds and other species among the highlights.
Llanelly House
The Georgian mansion in central Llanelli offers guided tours of furnished rooms and has a café and restaurant.
Kidwelly Castle
This medieval castle is one of several Carmarthenshire fortresses with towers and interior spaces to explore; it provides a history stop alongside the countryside drive.
On the day
The course is outdoors and in a rural setting. Published fixture pages contain the precise gate and shuttle schedule; general visitor information covers admission and on-site services.
Gates and bus times vary by fixtureThe racecourse says to use the event page for the Llanelli shuttle pickup and return times.
Food and drink outlets are card-onlyThe FAQ says bars and food outlets accept card and contactless; bookmakers accept cash for betting.
Source: Ffos Las Racecourse Get Here and FAQs, checked 2 October 2026.
Children’s admission
The racecourse says children under 18 go free and do not need an advance ticket.
Plan the shuttle carefully
The Llanelli station bus is first come, first served, cannot be pre-booked and may not match train arrival times. Arrange your own transport if you must reach the station at a fixed time.
Food, drink and seating
Bars and food outlets are available, but the FAQ says visitors cannot bring their own food or drink. General admission has limited seating, mostly outdoors; reserved seats come with selected tickets or hospitality.
Families and groups
Children under 18 receive free admission, and Carmarthenshire offers family visits beyond the racecourse.
Under-18 admission
Children under 18 enter Ffos Las free and do not need an advance ticket. Family outings nearby include Pembrey Country Park and the WWT Llanelli Wetland Centre; check each attraction’s own opening and admission details.
A family day in Llanelli
The Millennium Coastal Park links Llanelli to Pembrey Country Park along a 13-mile pedestrian and cycle route. The wetland centre offers a different pace for a wildlife-focused visit.
Help on the day and afterwards
In an emergency
Call 999 and give the address, Ffos Las Racecourse, Trimsaran, SA17 4DE. Then tell a member of staff.
Racecourse office
Call 01554 811092.
After your visit
Official results are on the BHA results page.
A little history
- 2009Ffos Las opened in June on a former open-cast coal mine, becoming Britain’s first new racecourse in more than 80 years.
- Summer and autumnThe dual-purpose venue stages Flat racing in summer and National Hunt racing through the colder months.
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Prices, dates and travel details were checked on 2 October 2026. The racecourse can change prices, times and arrangements, so check your booking page before you pay. This is an independent guide, not connected to Ffos Las Racecourse or Arena Racing Company. Some links may earn us a small commission if you book, at no extra cost to you; this never decides what we recommend.