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Grandstand Enclosure (General Admission) at Lingfield Park
Lingfield’s general admission ticket: wide trackside lawns, the public bars, tiered grandstand viewing and views of the Parade Ring and Winners’ Enclosure.
Photo: Tom Walsingham, CC BY-SA 2.0, cropped
Who it suits
- Racegoers who want a relaxed, good-value day, especially midweek.
- Families, with children free and plenty of space.
Ticket prices
| Ticket | Price |
|---|---|
| AdultVaries by fixture; cheaper online in advance | On the booking page |
| Groups of 10+Per ticket | Up to £5 off |
| Under-18sWith an adult | Free |
Only general admission is sold at the gates on the day.
Where your ticket takes you
- Wide trackside lawns.
- Tiered viewing in the grandstand.
- The public bars and food outlets.
- Views of the Parade Ring and Winners’ Enclosure.
Not included
- Reserved seating: book hospitality for a guaranteed table.
- The Trackside Restaurant, Grandstand Suites and private boxes.
The view
The grandstand has plenty of tiered viewing, and you can see the horses for most of each race, whether on the all-weather track, the turf or over jumps.
Food and drink
Public bars
Bars throughout the general admission areas.
Food outlets
Hot food and snacks; you can’t bring your own.
Facilities
Raised viewing platforms
At the Parade Ring and just past the winning post.
Lifts and accessible toilets
Lifts to the first floor and accessible toilets on the ground and first floors.
Dress code
There’s no formal dress code in general admission. Dress for the weather: many winter fixtures are cold.
Getting in
Gates open two hours before the first race at weekends and for jumps, and 90 minutes before on midweek Flat fixtures. Parking is free. You can’t bring your own food or drink into the racecourse.
Accessibility
Lingfield has an accessible car park at the RTS Gate, an accessible grandstand entrance, a fully accessible lower grandstand with lifts to the first floor, and raised viewing platforms at the Parade Ring and just past the winning post. Personal assistants get in free: collect the ticket from the racecourse office with proof such as DLA, PIP or a GP letter with photo ID.
Children and families
Children aged 17 and under go free with an adult, with some exclusions for festival fixtures and Live After Racing events.
Tips
- Book online in advance: it’s cheaper than the gate.
- Come as a group of 10 or more to save up to £5 each.
- Stay at the Marriott on the estate for an easy weekend.
Questions people ask
Is there more than one enclosure?
No, general admission covers all public areas; hospitality is booked separately.
Can I buy tickets on the day?
Yes, general admission is sold at the Main Entrance and Plaza Gate.
Can I bring a picnic?
No, outside food and drink aren’t allowed.
Do children pay?
Under-18s go free with an adult at most fixtures.
Other enclosures at Lingfield Park
Compare all the enclosures side by side · Back to the Lingfield Park guide
Sources
Checked on 4 October 2026 against:
- Lingfield Park: Beginners’ guide to racing (enclosures)
- Lingfield Park: FAQs
- Lingfield Park: Accessibility guide (PDF)
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