Sherwoods Restaurant at Nottingham

Who it suits

• First-time visitors who want somewhere reserved to sit between races and would rather have a meal included than plan every food stop.
• A couple or group celebrating together; the restaurant can be asked about a window table or a special occasion announcement in the racecard.
• Racegoers who want a premium indoor base with live racing on screens and a track view, while retaining access to the Main enclosure.

Ticket prices

These are the package amounts shown on the official online booking pages checked on 3 October 2026 for selected 2026 fixtures, not a quoted on-the-day rate. The official pages do not publish an on-the-day Sherwoods price. Fixture availability differs by package.

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Where your ticket takes you

• A reserved table in Sherwoods Restaurant on the second floor of the Grandstand, included with the selected restaurant package.
• Admission to the Main enclosure, included in the listed Season Saver and Classic packages; the restaurant packages page also describes admission badges as part of other experiences.
• Table service for drinks, plus a restaurant Tote betting facility and television coverage of the live racing.
• The public General Admission bars and concessions are available as part of the Main enclosure ticket; a Sherwoods booking does not itself include the Ladies Day Premier Enclosure.

Not included

• A private room: Sherwoods is a restaurant with a reserved table, while private suites are sold separately as hospitality boxes.
• A confirmed window table unless arranged with the team; the restaurant page invites guests to ask about one for a celebration.

The view

Sherwoods sits on the second floor of Nottingham’s Grandstand and looks across the racecourse. The restaurant’s position gives you a sheltered place to follow the horses and watch live racing on the venue’s TVs, then step back into the Main enclosure between races. The website describes trackside views but does not guarantee a particular table position or a clear view from every seat; if that matters, ask when you book whether a window table can be arranged. For a closer look at the runners before a race, use the Parade Ring access in the public enclosure and return to your table afterwards.

Food and drink

The restaurant sells several levels of set-menu and à la carte hospitality; you book the package and the table service is part of the experience.

Facilities

Dress code

Nottingham’s dress guidance is deliberately relaxed: wear what makes you comfortable and confident. The racecourse says clean trainers, jeans and a sweatshirt are fine, just as a suit or dress is welcome. No separate dress code for Sherwoods is published. For lunch or a special occasion you may prefer to dress smartly, but it is not a ticket condition stated by the venue. Bring layers or a small umbrella for the outdoor areas, and shoes you can walk in when you leave the Grandstand to visit the Parade Ring or watch from the trackside. Offensive fancy dress may be refused and team kits are discouraged.

Getting in

Sherwoods is on the second floor of the Grandstand; its package includes hospitality admission and the restaurant facility. The official FAQ says hospitality tickets are posted out, so allow for that delivery method and bring the issued ticket to the entrance. The site does not publish a dedicated restaurant entrance or fixed opening time in the general package description. Public gates normally open 90 minutes before the first race on non-feature days and two hours before it on feature racedays; fixture times can change. Nottingham’s online advance tickets arrive by email or can be presented on a phone, but hospitality tickets are posted. Free car parking is available.

Accessibility

A lift in the Grandstand building serves Sherwoods on the second floor. The racecourse lists one of its four RADAR-key accessible toilets inside the restaurant. General-admission areas and their food, drink and betting facilities are on ground level; accessible viewing ramps serve the track and Parade Ring. Limited free preferential parking for Blue Badge holders is near the entrances. Buy your own ticket first, then email nottingham@thejockeyclub.co.uk on the same day to apply for one complimentary personal-assistant ticket if you need a companion to avoid substantial disadvantage. For a particular table or step-free route, contact the course on 0115 958 0620.

Full accessibility guide for Nottingham

Children and families

Children are allowed at most Nottingham fixtures and under-18 admission is usually free with an adult, but the racecourse says some fixtures require paid child tickets and availability can be limited. The Sherwoods pages do not list a 2026 child meal price, so the adult package price should not be assumed to cover a child’s meal. Ask the restaurant team to confirm the child’s admission and menu price before booking. Under-18s must enter with a parent or responsible adult aged 21 or older, limited to three under-18s per adult. Those aged 15 and under must remain with their adult throughout the day; 16- and 17-year-olds can move around provided their responsible adult remains on site.

Tips

• Choose the package for the menu you want: Season Saver is set-menu dining; Classic and Premier add different courses and extras.
• The 2026 booking pages displayed £75 for Season Saver, £95 for Classic and £112 for Premier on selected dates; those are online package rates, not public admission alone.
• Ask about a window table if track views matter to you, especially when booking a celebration.
• The restaurant is upstairs, but the Grandstand has a lift; note the lift and toilet locations if anyone in your party needs step-free access.

Upgrading

Sherwoods lists Season Saver, Classic, Premier and VIP experiences. Compare the food and extras before booking: the official product pages give distinct inclusions and selected fixture dates. Contact Nottingham Racecourse on 0115 958 0620 if you need a window table or are planning a special occasion.

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