5Nov 2026
Farmers Day
A Thursday afternoon of jumps racing.
22Oct 2026
October Raceday
Autumn jumps racing. First race scheduled for 1:45pm.
Meetings and tickets for 2026/27
Ludlow has five remaining fixtures in 2026 after its 7 October meeting was abandoned because the track was unraceable following sustained dry weather.
Ludlow fixturesSeason 2026/27
Tickets
Tickets
23Nov 2026
November Raceday
Afternoon jumps racing at Bromfield.
2Dec 2026
December Raceday
Winter jumps racing in the Shropshire countryside.
16Dec 2026
Tanners Race Day
Ludlow’s pre-Christmas fixture. First race scheduled for 1:45pm.
A Members badge (all enclosures) starts from £22. Restaurant bookings for autumn 2026 are by phone on 01584 856221.
Top trainers
Leading stables use Ludlow for their young horses.
By train
The free bus from Ludlow station.
Bringing children
Under-18s free.
A Shropshire weekend
Racing, then Ludlow’s food and castle.
Which enclosure should you choose?
Ludlow sells a Premier Badge for the public racecourse areas, including the Members Enclosure, plus a separate Annual Membership for the Annual Members’ Lounge. Raceday hospitality is sold in the Jubilee and Plymouth Stands and, on selected feature dates, the Windsor Marquee. Restaurant and box packages include a badge or admission as specified in their package.
Annual membership
Annual Members’ Lounge
The 2026 membership includes entry to all Ludlow meetings, a car park pass and use of the Members’ Lounge in the Plymouth Stand, with a bar, food and betting.
Jubilee Stand
Jubilee Hospitality
Choose a reserved three-course restaurant table or a private box with a balcony, menu choice, waiter and bar. Prices and capacities differ by package.
Plymouth Stand
Plymouth Hospitality
The first floor has the Plymouth Carvery Restaurant and Plymouth Box, with carvery dining, Members day badges, racecards and elevated views over the paddock.
Feature days
Windsor Marquee
A trackside marquee with its own entrance, bar and toilets. Individual lunch tables or afternoon tea are sold on selected race days.
Public admission
Premier Badge
The standard public badge admits to all public areas, including the Members Enclosure, bars, cafes, Tote and outside bookmakers, but not the Annual Members’ Lounge.
Compare every enclosure side by side: prices, views, bars and food, dress codes and entrances.
Dress code at Ludlow Racecourse
Ludlow’s current visitor information says there is no dress code and asks guests to dress for the weather. This makes comfortable everyday clothing a suitable starting point for a general visit. Check the forecast before choosing your layers and footwear, and think about the time you will spend outdoors during the meeting. If you have booked a specific dining or hospitality package, consult its instructions or ask Ludlow for clarification before travelling. This keeps your outfit choice aligned with the area you have actually booked.
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 Ludlow
Ludlow Racecourse is at Bromfield, two miles north of the town off the A49. It is easiest to reach by car or the free raceday station shuttle.
By train and shuttle
Ludlow station is about two miles from the course. A complimentary shuttle runs from the station on racedays; check that fixture’s listing for the departure schedule. The return bus leaves after the last race.
By car
The course is two miles north of Ludlow, off the A49 via the A4113 and A4117. Parking at the racecourse is free and does not need to be booked.
Taxi from town or station
Local taxis can make the short trip between Ludlow station or the town centre and Bromfield. Book a return pickup if you are travelling after racing, when local demand may be higher.
By air
The racecourse lists helicopter landing facilities by prior arrangement. For ordinary visitors, rail and road are the practical routes; the station shuttle is free on racedays.
Parking at Ludlow Racecourse
Ludlow provides free parking on the course without an advance booking requirement. Its current visitor page places the course off the A49, two miles north of Ludlow, at Bromfield. Blue Badge parking near the main entrance can be requested in advance. Contact the racecourse before setting off if you need that arrangement rather than assuming it has been reserved automatically. Use the official approach information and follow directions on arrival to the area appropriate for your visit.
Official parking advice — checked 14 October 2026.
Coming by train?
Book trains to Ludlow.
Hotels near Ludlow Racecourse
Ludlow’s medieval centre has independent inns and guesthouses within walking distance of the castle, market and restaurants. Country-house hotels and village pubs provide a rural alternative.
In Ludlow town
Stay in the centre for a car-free evening among the historic streets and local food businesses.
- The Feathers Hotel, historic coaching hotel on Broad Street
- Church Inn, inn with rooms, restaurant and bar near Ludlow Castle
- The Town House Ludlow, guesthouse in the town centre
Outside the centre
Country properties have more space and countryside views; plan a taxi or drive for dinner and race-day travel.
- Fishmore Hall, country-house hotel overlooking Ludlow
- The Clive Arms, Bromfield, country inn with rooms near the racecourse
- The Queens, Ludlow, family-run pub and restaurant with rooms and a garden
Find a hotel
Compare hotels in Ludlow.
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Evenings in Ludlow and Shropshire
Ludlow is known for its independent food scene and historic pubs; the town centre is separate from the racecourse at Bromfield.
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The Blue Boar
A town-centre pub on Mill Street serving food and a selection of beers and wines.
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The Wheatsheaf Inn
A traditional pub near Broad Gate with a cosy bar and a restaurant serving pub food.
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The Sitting Room Film Bar
Above the Blue Boar, this bar combines film, food, beers, wines and cocktails for an informal evening.
Things to do while you are here
Ludlow’s castle, church, museum and independent food businesses make a full town visit easy to pair with racing.
Ludlow Castle
Explore the Norman fortress and later medieval and Tudor buildings above the River Teme. The castle is still used for festivals and events; admission prices are published online.
St Laurence’s Church
The large parish church stands in the centre of the medieval town. Its 41-metre tower has views across Ludlow and the surrounding countryside.
Ludlow Museum at the Buttercross
A compact local museum at the head of Broad Street, set in the historic centre and focused on the town’s architecture and social history.
Walks from Ludlow
Town paths lead to the River Teme, Millennium Green and countryside. The Mortimer Trail starts in Ludlow and runs toward Kington on the Herefordshire border.
On the day
Ludlow publishes gate guidance, fixture timings and practical details for its compact course.
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Source: Ludlow Racecourse 2026/27 fixture calendar, checked 2 October 2026. It lists first and last race times and says they remain provisional until racecard day.
Plan for the weather
The course advises visitors to dress for the weather. The main grounds are outside, so bring layers and suitable footwear for a winter jumps meeting.
Cash and racecards
There is no ATM at the course; cash can be obtained from the office. Digital tickets are scanned from a phone, and free digital racecards are available through the RacedayReady app.
No dogs
The course does not admit dogs. Registered assistance dogs are permitted; contact the team in advance so they can arrange support.
Betting is optional
You do not need to bet to enjoy the day. If you do, you must be 18 or over; set a limit before you arrive.
Families and groups
Children under 18 attend Ludlow free when accompanied by an adult.
Under-18 admission
The racecourse states that under-18s are admitted free with an adult. Its family information and fixture listings describe children’s entry; Ludlow Castle, the town museum and the riverside green are additional family stops in town.
Help on the day and afterwards
In an emergency
Call 999 and give the address, Ludlow Racecourse, Bromfield, Ludlow, SY8 2BT. Then tell a member of staff.
Racecourse office
Call 01584 856221.
Accessibility
Disabled facilities in all enclosures, main bars on the ground floor and a lift to the Jubilee Restaurant and boxes.
After your visit
Official results are on the BHA results page.
A little history
- 1725Racing is recorded at Ludlow from 1725. The modern course at Bromfield stages National Hunt racing in the Shropshire countryside; local stories of earlier contests by soldiers from Ludlow Castle remain legend rather than documented history.
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