Meetings and tickets for 2026/27
Wolverhampton races most weeks, afternoons and evenings, all year round. See the racecourse site for the full list.
Wolverhampton races most weeks, often under the floodlights. See the racecourse’s fixture list.
Wolverhampton has 87 racing fixtures in 2026, including Boxing Day (Saturday 26 December) and a Panto Race Day on 27 December. Over-60s get £5 off at the gate. Midweek “Racing for a Tenner”: general admission is £10 when booked at least 30 days ahead. A Day at the Races package (entry, programme, a pint or soft drink and a pie) has been £18–£21. Groups of 10+ get further discounts.
Cheapest day out
Book 30 days ahead for £10 midweek entry.
A Saturday night
Saturday night racing with entertainment in Ringside.
A group
Group discounts for 10 or more.
Bringing children
Any raceday: under-18s free.
Which enclosure should you choose?
Choose Grandstand or Premier admission, or book one of Wolverhampton’s restaurant and hospitality packages. Hospitality packages include admission; Premier admission covers the Premier Suite, while Grandstand is the basic public ticket.
Premium
Premier Enclosure
Premier Suite, Parade Ring and pre-parade ring access, with a panoramic view, Premier bar and Tote.
Dining
Horizons Restaurant
A reserved table in the three-tier, glass-fronted restaurant, with a three-course meal and track views.
Midweek
Dining at Dunstall
A first-floor hospitality package for groups of two to six, with guaranteed seating and a two-course buffet.
Private suite
Private Boxes
A private first-floor box with its own balcony, meal, bar and Premier Enclosure access.
Saturday nights
The Ringside package
A hospitality ticket with a shared reserved table, private bar, burger and drink in Ringside.
Best value
Grandstand admission
Public grandstand access, pre-parade and parade rings, public bars, food outlets and betting.
Compare every enclosure side by side: prices, views, bars and food, dress codes and entrances.
Dress code at Wolverhampton Racecourse
Wolverhampton uses relaxed clothing guidance but excludes sports team shirts, offensive fancy dress, ripped jeans and sports trainers. Hats and formal dresses are optional, and men are not expected to wear full suits. Smart jeans or tailored shorts with a collared shirt are suggested for regular racing. Check the forecast and time of day because the course races throughout the year, including evening meetings. Greyhound events at the same venue have separate guidance and should not be assumed to follow racing arrangements.
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 Wolverhampton
Dunstall Park is just north of Wolverhampton city centre.
By bus
Many regular buses run in and out of the bus station.
By train
Trains from Birmingham take about 20 minutes. It’s a 40-minute walk or a short taxi ride from the station.
By car
Follow the brown horse-and-jockey signs from junction 2 of the M54. Over 1,500 free spaces.
By air
Birmingham Airport is about 25 miles away.
Parking at Wolverhampton Racecourse
Wolverhampton’s FAQs confirm free on-site car parking and allocated parking for coaches. Visiting coach groups are directed by stewards on arrival. Check the official approach directions and fixture information before setting off, then follow staff instructions within the site. If you need a specific accessible arrangement or wish to leave a vehicle overnight, contact the course beforehand: ask about overnight collection and any essential reserved bay before relying on either arrangement.
Official parking advice — checked 14 October 2026.
Coming by train?
Book trains to Wolverhampton.
Hotels near Wolverhampton Racecourse
Dunstall Park has its own Holiday Inn, while Wolverhampton city centre has several hotels within reach of the railway station, bus station and evening venues. The city centre is about 2.5 miles from the racecourse; book around the dates of major concerts and football as well as racing.
At Dunstall Park
The racecourse hotel is next to the main entrance, useful for evening fixtures and anyone who wants to avoid a post-racing taxi journey.
- Holiday Inn Wolverhampton – Racecourse, on the racecourse site
Wolverhampton city centre
Stay by the city’s rail and bus interchange, with restaurants, pubs and the Grand Theatre in walking distance. The racecourse recommends a taxi from the railway station; the bus station is around a ten-minute walk from the course.
- Novotel Wolverhampton, Union Street, by the city-centre shops and transport links
- Premier Inn Wolverhampton City Centre, one of the central hotel choices listed by the city visitor site
- Redwings Lodge Wolverhampton, city-centre budget rooms
- Britannia Hotel Wolverhampton, Lichfield Street, in the centre
Find a hotel
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Evenings in Wolverhampton
The city-centre evening is separate from the racecourse: Wolverhampton has theatre, live events and a compact set of pubs and bars around Queen Square and Lichfield Street.
- Before a show
Dinner near Lichfield Street
The Grand Theatre and Wolverhampton Art Gallery sit close to the city centre. The visitor guide lists restaurants, cafés and bars around Lichfield Street and Queen Square, making this a practical area for an early meal before a performance.
- For a pint
The Posada
This listed city-centre pub at 48 Lichfield Street is known for its historic frontage and real ales. It is one of several pubs and bars within walking distance of the main transport interchange.
- Cocktails and live events
Queen Square and the Halls
Enjoy Wolverhampton points visitors towards cocktail bars such as the Bohemian and the Parisian, alongside the Civic and Wulfrun Halls for concerts and comedy. Check the venue’s own calendar for the night you are in town.
The city visitor site maintains current food-and-drink listings and event links.
Things to do while you are here
Wolverhampton’s city-centre sights are close together, so you can add a museum, theatre or short heritage walk to a race visit.
Wolverhampton Art Gallery and city heritage
The gallery on Lichfield Street holds collections from the 18th century to the present, including Pop Art. Nearby St Peter’s Church and gardens, Queen Square and Lady Wulfruna’s statue feature on the council’s city-centre walking trail.
A one-mile walking trail
The City of Wolverhampton Council describes its city-centre heritage route as 1.6 km (one mile) and suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs. It links landmarks including St Peter’s and Queen Square, and can be followed independently.
The Grand Theatre and Light House
The Grand Theatre stages touring theatre and comedy; Light House Media Centre combines independent cinema with photography, media events and film programmes. Both are city-centre options for a non-racing afternoon or evening.
On the day
Timings are fixture-specific. The racecourse says its schedule can change, so use the event page for the meeting you have booked.
Source: Wolverhampton Racecourse FAQs, checked 2 October 2026. The FAQ gives a typical gate-opening window and says race times vary by fixture.
Children’s tickets
Under-18s usually enter free with a paying adult; collect the child ticket at the ticket office or turnstile. The racecourse lists exclusions for some Festival fixtures and Live After Racing events.
Cash-free venue
The racecourse says it does not accept cash for venue purchases. Its FAQ notes that Horizons restaurant guests can arrange a card-secured bar tab in advance.
Betting is optional
You don’t need to bet to enjoy the day. If you do, you must be 18 or over; set a limit before you arrive.
Families and groups
Children are welcome at Wolverhampton, with free entry for most fixtures when accompanied by an adult.
Under-18 entry
Children aged 17 and under go free with a full-paying adult, up to three children per adult. Collect the free child ticket at the ticket office or turnstile on the day. The course lists some exclusions, including Festival fixtures and Live After Racing events, so check the event’s own ticket page before booking.
Help on the day and afterwards
In an emergency
Call 999 and give the address, Wolverhampton Racecourse, Dunstall Park, Wolverhampton, WV6 0PE. Then tell a member of staff.
Racecourse office
Call 01902 390000.
After your visit
Official results are on the BHA results page.
A little history
- TodayWolverhampton has raced on an all-weather surface since the 1990s and is one of Britain’s busiest tracks.
More Wolverhampton guides
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 Wolverhampton Racecourse or Arena Racing Company. Some links may earn us a small commission if you book, at no extra cost to you; this never decides what we recommend.