Tattersalls Enclosure at Market Rasen

Who it suits

• Racegoers who want to see runners being paraded before a race and close to the Winners’ Enclosure afterwards.
• Visitors who want a busier social area with a choice of bars and quick hot or cold food.
• Groups who do not need a pass to County but want a more central racecourse atmosphere.

Ticket prices

County Raceday prices apply to the named 2026 fixtures and include all three areas. For other meetings, the ticket selector is fixture-specific; the enclosure page does not give a fixed Tattersalls price.

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Where your ticket takes you

• The Tattersalls Enclosure, including Parade Ring viewing and a position close to the Winners’ Enclosure.
• Bars and food outlets such as Tote Exacta Bar and Antonio’s takeaway when they are open for the selected meeting.
• A County ticket also permits entry to Tattersalls; a Tattersalls-only ticket does not advertise County access.
• A separate County swing badge is needed to enter County and return; Tattersalls ticket pages do not promise access to every public enclosure.

Not included

• County Enclosure access unless your ticket is specifically County admission or a County Raceday ticket.
• A private dining table at Altior’s Restaurant or a private box package.
• A guarantee that every named bar is open; the racecourse publishes temporary fixture-specific closures.

The view

The main draw is proximity to the Parade Ring, where you can see the horses before the race, and to the Winners’ Enclosure after they return. The enclosure page also describes excellent course views from its bars and eateries. A County ticket adds the County area and Lawn; if you bought a Tattersalls-only ticket, use the areas named on that admission instead of assuming it is interchangeable with the broader County badge.

Food and drink

The enclosure page names a hot-food takeaway and bar outlets; some venues may close temporarily for works.

Facilities

Dress code

Market Rasen says there is no formal dress code; choose clothes you feel comfortable in and dress for the weather. Fancy dress is permitted in Tattersalls and Lawn when it is not offensive or inappropriate. The area has outdoor paths and grass as well as indoor bars, so comfortable shoes are a practical choice.

Getting in

Use the Tattersalls entrance. The accessibility guide says this entrance has a slight step; the floor inside is level and hard surfaced. For 8 October 2026 County Raceday, gates open at 11.55am, with the first race at 1.56pm and last at 4.48pm. Times vary by meeting. Tickets are emailed for phone or home printing; County e-tickets require swing-badge collection. The FAQ does not publish a bag-size limit.

Accessibility

The main Tattersalls and Owners and Trainers entrance has a slight step; the entry floor is level, and the racecourse says grounds are mostly flat with gradual declines. Blue Badge spaces are about 50 metres from the Tattersalls entrance and are first come first served. Public toilets are listed inside Tattersalls. The personal-assistant scheme provides one free ticket with valid admission, subject to eligibility evidence; the racecourse recommends applying when buying because availability can be limited.

Full accessibility guide for Market Rasen

Children and families

Under-18s are free at most fixtures when accompanied by an adult, though high-demand meetings can limit child tickets and a small number require payment. A parent or responsible adult aged 21 or over must bring them, with a maximum of three under-18s per adult. Children aged 15 and under stay with their adult throughout the day. The old Family Ticket shown on the enclosure page is dated 6 July 2025, so it is not a current 2026 offer.

Tips

• Arrive before a race if Parade Ring viewing is important; the horses are shown there before going out to the track.
• Keep any County swing badge safe if your ticket includes County access; it is needed to re-enter County.
• Ask which bars will be operating: Tote Exacta Bar is listed as closed during September to November 2026 improvement works.
• If a slight step is a problem, contact the racecourse about the best entrance and route before choosing this enclosure.

Upgrading

A County ticket gives access to Tattersalls plus the County and Lawn areas; County Raceday tickets are listed at £10 in advance or £16 on the day for 2026 fixtures.

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