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19Oct 2026
Bob Champion Cancer Trust Raceday
Autumn jumps racing in aid of the Bob Champion Cancer Trust.
Tickets
Meetings and tickets for 2026/27
Plumpton stages jump racing from autumn through spring. These are the first five fixtures in the 2026/27 season.
Plumpton fixturesSeason 2026/27
2Nov 2026
Construction Raceday
An afternoon of jumps racing.
16Nov 2026
Autumn Raceday
Autumn jumps racing at Plumpton.
30Nov 2026
Christmas Countdown Raceday
A winter afternoon of jumps racing.
14Dec 2026
Christmas Jumper Raceday
Festive jumps racing.
The Village (Picnic) Enclosure is available on selected fixtures; check the event ticket options before choosing an enclosure.
By train from London
Any raceday: the station is next to the course.
Bringing the dog
The Village Enclosure, dogs on a lead.
A festive outing
The December raceday.
Great views
The small course means you can see almost every jump.
Which enclosure should you choose?
Plumpton has two public enclosures, with separately booked restaurant and private-box hospitality.
All areas
Grandstand & Paddock
Access to the main racecourse facilities and, when open, the Village Enclosure via the track crossings.
Selected fixtures
Village (Picnic) Enclosure
A centre-course ticket with betting, a bar, food concessions and trackside viewing; bring your own picnic food, drinks and seating. Dogs on leads are welcome.
Pre-booked dining
Restaurant & Box Hospitality
Separate admission-and-dining packages for the Paddock Restaurant, Final Fence Restaurant and private boxes, subject to availability.
Compare every enclosure side by side: prices, views, bars and food, dress codes and entrances.
Dress code at Plumpton Racecourse
Plumpton encourages comfortable clothes chosen for the weather, with smart-casual dressing recommended in restaurants and private boxes. Fancy dress must avoid inappropriate or offensive outfits because these can lead to refusal of entry. 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 Plumpton 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 Plumpton
Plumpton is between Lewes and Haywards Heath, with its station at the bottom of the course.
From London by train
Trains run from London Victoria on the Eastbourne and Hastings route. Plumpton station is beside the north entrance; allow a few minutes on foot to the course.
From Brighton or Lewes
Plumpton is on the line between Lewes and Haywards Heath. Check the National Rail journey for your chosen fixture, as the pattern varies by time and day.
By car
The entrance is on Plumpton Lane, about 8 miles from the A23 at Pyecombe. Parking is free. The main route crosses the railway; vehicles may leave only when the course is clear between races. Use the south entrance for hardstanding parking.
Local bus
The 166 links Lewes and Haywards Heath via Plumpton Green, but services are limited and may not suit every raceday. Check the East Sussex journey planner and operator timetable for the return trip.
Parking at Plumpton Racecourse
Plumpton’s on-site parking is free and allocated on a first-come basis. Accessible parking is also available, with the course inviting guests who have particular requirements to contact the team before visiting. Check the official travel instructions and follow staff directions when arriving. Free parking does not mean a specific individual bay has been reserved, so discuss any essential access arrangement beforehand. If coming without a car, the course also notes that Plumpton station is a short walk away.
Official parking advice — checked 14 October 2026.
Coming by train?
Book trains to Plumpton.
Hotels near Plumpton Racecourse
Use Lewes for a town base, or choose a smaller stay among the nearby Downs villages.
Lewes and Plumpton Green
Lewes has the broadest choice of shops, restaurants and train connections; Plumpton Green is a village base close to the racecourse.
- Monty’s B&B, Lewes, bed and breakfast in the town
- White Hart Hotel, Lewes, town-centre hotel and pub
- The Greenhouse, Plumpton Green, village accommodation
South Downs villages
These rural options suit visitors planning time in the countryside as well as a raceday; check each property’s current opening dates and transport options.
- The Bull, Ditchling, village inn with rooms
- Grain Store, Lewes area, self-catering stay listed by Visit Lewes
- Swanborough Lakes, near Lewes, lakeside holiday lodges
Find a hotel
Compare hotels near Plumpton.
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Evenings in Lewes and the South Downs
Lewes is the nearest town for a meal, pub or film after racing.
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Lewes Arms
A traditional pub in the centre of Lewes, listed among the town’s historic places to drink.
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White Hart, Lewes
The hotel’s pub and restaurant is a central option for dinner and a drink.
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Depot, Lewes
An independent three-screen cinema beside Lewes station, with a café-restaurant for food before or after a film.
Things to do while you are here
Lewes and the Downs make easy extensions to a Plumpton visit.
Lewes Castle and Barbican House Museum
Climb the castle for views across the town and visit the adjacent museum for local archaeology and history.
South Downs walks
Footpaths around Plumpton and East Chiltington lead into open chalk downland; plan a route and check conditions before setting out.
Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft
A small museum in Ditchling exploring artists, makers and craft traditions of the village.
Charleston
Visit the former home and garden of members of the Bloomsbury Group, near Firle in the South Downs.
On the day
A few practical details make Plumpton’s compact course straightforward to navigate.
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Times are from the racecourse event page for Bob Champion Cancer Trust Raceday, checked 2 October 2026. The event page publishes times fixture by fixture; later dates may not yet have a schedule.
Seating and terrain
Picnic benches are spread around the course, with limited seats on the top tier of the Sussex Grandstand. Much of the Village Enclosure is grass, so sturdy footwear helps in wet weather.
Cash and cashpoint
There is no cash machine on site, although cash is accepted across the course. Bring cash or arrange to withdraw it before arriving.
Betting is optional
You do not need to bet to enjoy the racing. Betting is for people aged 18 or over; decide on a limit before you start.
Families and groups
Children can attend Plumpton with an accompanying adult.
Under-18 entry
Under-18s are admitted free when accompanied by an adult. The racecourse also schedules family entertainment on selected Feature and Family Fun racedays, so look for that listing when choosing a fixture.
Help on the day and afterwards
In an emergency
Call 999 and give the address, Plumpton Racecourse, Plumpton Lane, Plumpton, BN7 3AL. Then tell a member of staff.
Racecourse office
Call 01273 890383.
After your visit
Official results are on the BHA results page.
A little history
- TodayPlumpton is a compact National Hunt course of just over a mile, tucked between Lewes and the South Downs. Its railway station sits beside the track, an unusually direct link between a small rural course and the Brighton–London rail corridor.
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Prices, dates and travel details were checked on 2 October 2026. The racecourse can change prices, times and arrangements, so check your booking page before you pay. This is an independent guide, not connected to Plumpton Racecourse. Some links may earn us a small commission if you book, at no extra cost to you; this never decides what we recommend.