Enclosures at Newton Abbot Racecourse
What each ticket gets you, what it costs and who it suits, so you can pick the right one before you buy.
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Newton Abbot sells two public enclosures: Course and Paddock. Paddock admission includes access to Course facilities, while Course is the lower-priced area with the children’s play space and designated picnic area. Separately booked restaurants and private boxes include raceday admission as part of their hospitality package.
PremiumHospitalityNewton Abbot sells bookable Paddock and Winning Post restaurant packages, as well as private boxes by the winning post. These are separate raceday experiences with dining, reserved indoor space and access to viewing areas; the included meal, group size and price depend on the package.Restaurants £90–£120; boxes £95–£135 per person (2026)Best all-rounderPaddock EnclosurePaddock admission puts you by the grandstand and Winning Post, with access to the Parade Ring and every Course Enclosure facility. It is the more central public ticket and has the widest selection of bars, betting and food outlets.From £20 online / £25 gate (17 October 2026)Best valueCourse EnclosureThe Course Enclosure is Newton Abbot’s relaxed public ticket and designated family-picnic area. It has the play space, picnic benches, Alfresco food and a bar beneath the grandstand; its 2026 online adult ticket started at £13.From £13 online / £15 gate (17 October 2026)
| Hospitality | Paddock | Course | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tickets from | Restaurants £90–£120; boxes £95–£135 per person (2026) | £20 online / £25 gate (17 October 2026) | £13 online / £15 gate (17 October 2026) |
| Where you watch | Parade Ring or elevated winning-post views | Grandstand at the Winning Post and Parade Ring | Open course-side areas and picnic space |
| Parade Ring | Paddock Restaurant overlooks it | Yes | Not included in Course admission |
| Under cover | Indoor restaurant or private suite | Grandstand and indoor betting halls | Outdoor with bar under grandstand |
| Food and drink | Three-course dining or buffet | Carvery, Paddock Eaterie, Silks Lounge and bars | Alfresco, picnic benches and bar |
| Dress code | Smart casual; no sports attire or ripped denim | Smart casual; no vest or topless dress | Smart casual; jeans and shorts allowed |
| Entrance | Public entrance; show admission badge | Greenhill Way public entrance | Greenhill Way public entrance |
| Best for | A meal, reserved base or private group | A central view and the broadest public facilities | Families, picnics and lower-cost visits |
Prices are per adult. Prices are 2026 examples: advance online and on-the-day adult prices for the 17 October fixtures, plus 2026 hospitality package rates shown by the racecourse.