All-rounder
Grandstand Enclosure at Sandown Park
A well-rounded day at the races: covered grandstand viewing, the Parade Ring, plenty of food and drink, betting, after-racing entertainment and the picnic enclosure.
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Who it suits
- Racegoers who want good views and a relaxed atmosphere at a lower price.
- Families, who can use the picnic enclosure and bring under-18s free.
- Groups on Tingle Creek Saturday, with the new 2026 party package.
Ticket prices
| Raceday | From |
|---|---|
| Tingle Creek Festival 2026Advance; cheaper the earlier you book | £20 |
| Tingle Creek Saturday party package (new for 2026)Grandstand entry, drinks until the final race, £10 food voucher, After Party | On the booking page |
| Under-18sWith a paying adult | Free |
Prices vary by raceday; exact prices are in Sandown’s booking system.
Where your ticket takes you
- Views of the standside racing from the covered grandstand.
- Parade Ring viewing.
- Food and drink outlets, with restaurants subject to availability.
- Betting facilities, an information point and Wi-Fi.
- After-racing entertainment and the picnic enclosure.
Not included
- The Premier Lounge and the views opposite the finishing line.
- The 1875 Lounge and private boxes.
The view
You watch from Sandown’s covered grandstand, which looks across the course on the hillside, with standside views of the racing and the Parade Ring close by.
Food and drink
Food and drink outlets
Bars and food outlets around the Grandstand Enclosure.
Restaurants
Racecourse restaurants can be booked, subject to availability.
Facilities
Picnic enclosure
Grandstand tickets include access to the picnic enclosure.
Information point and Wi-Fi
Help on the day and free Wi-Fi.
Accessible viewing
Accessible race viewing areas.
Dress code
There’s no formal dress code: the Jockey Club asks you to come dressed to feel your best, and smart casual is the norm.
Getting in
Sandown is a cashless venue, apart from the on-course bookmakers. On Tingle Creek Saturday 2025 the gates opened at 10am; on the Friday at 11am. Esher station is a 10–13 minute walk, with a free minibus on racedays.
Accessibility
Accessible parking is near the Main Entrance; show your Blue Badge to the stewards. There are accessible viewing areas along the front of the grandstand, a wheelchair-accessible entrance and lifts. A carer or assistant gets free general admission if arranged in advance on 01372 464348.
Children and families
Under-18s go free with a paying adult at most racedays. Each adult (21 or over) can bring up to three under-18s, and children aged 15 and under must stay with their adult. The picnic enclosure is a good base for families.
Tips
- Book Tingle Creek tickets early: prices rise nearer the day.
- Bring a card or phone: the course is cashless except the bookmakers.
- Use the picnic enclosure on family days to keep costs down.
Questions people ask
Does the Grandstand Enclosure include the Parade Ring?
Yes, Grandstand tickets include Parade Ring viewing.
Is the grandstand covered?
Yes, the grandstand offers cover for race viewing.
Can I bring a picnic?
Grandstand tickets include access to the picnic enclosure.
Is Sandown cashless?
Yes, apart from the on-course bookmakers, who take cash.
Other enclosures at Sandown Park
Compare all the enclosures side by side · Back to the Sandown Park guide
Sources
Checked on 4 October 2026 against:
- Sandown: Grandstand Enclosure
- Sandown: Premier Enclosure
- Sandown: 1875 Lounge
- Sandown: Tingle Creek Festival
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