Norfolk National Raceday

On the day we celebrate our Norfolk National and all things Norfolk we are opening up tickets at a special price of £15 (£20 on the gate on the day) which allow access to all areas.

Children are free when accompanied by an adult and do not require tickets

Enjoy a unique race day experience, brilliant as a gift for a horse racing enthusiast or even someone who has never been to the races before.

The day begins when you are greeted by one of our Fakenham Racecourse Directors, who will explain the day and take you for a tour of the racecourse (to include some areas you are unable to visit as a member of the public).

This package includes a Day Member pass so you can access all areas of the racecourse, so if you want to go up to the winning post or stand near the owners and trainers in the Grandstand, you can do so.

It also includes a voucher for a hot drink and a race card. 

For one race you will visit the Parade Ring, with your guide, and have the unique opportunity only an owner usually has to be up close to the horses, trainers and jockeys before they head out on the track.

If there is availability, you will also have the amazing chance to choose the 'best turned out' horse and present the prize. If you are not sure what to look for, panic not – you will be guided, but it is still your choice as a small group to make.

This is an exclusive package for a maximum of 6 people at each race meet. If you would like a private group of maybe slightly more, please contact us on info@fakenhamracecourse.co.uk and we will see if we can help.

Dress code is casual / practical and appropriate for the weather.

Lunch is not included in this package, but there are many mobile catering units and indoor or outdoor space to eat.

Enjoy an indoor base with your own table for the afternoon in the track-side Lancaster Room at the Gallow Sports Centre. This is a seat at a table only booking, no food is included in the price. The price is per person with children at a reduced rate.

The Lancaster Room is a comfortable space with large windows to two sides situated at the open ditch corner of the course.  You have uninturrupted views up the home run towards the finish line (you cannot see the finish line from this location) and there is a bar, tv screens showing the racing and betting facilities on site.

You can either purchase food from our mobile caterers or bring your own picnic to eat at your table. Drinks, hot and cold, can be purchased from the bar.

Your table is your area for the entire race day, open from an hour and a half before the first race until half an hour after the last, and you can come and go as you like.

This booking includes a Grandstand & Paddock ticket, which entitles access to the Parade Ring, Adrian Flux Bar and the main Grandstand. It does not include a Race Card and these can be purchased from the hut for £4 cash. 

Parking recommendation is the centre of the course – entrance NR21 7NY. For this entrance you show your tickets to gate staff whilst in your vehicle, so please have tickets ready (either printed or on your phone).

Local chef Peter Longwell caters The Norfolk Coastal Kitchen in The Parde Ring Restaurant. He offers a two-course seasonal menu, with at least three options per course, and the option of afternoon tea.

An example of the menu is:

Main course
– Slow cooked shoulder of lamb with pea puree and crushed new potatoes
– Roast aubergine ,with courgette peppers and pine nuts served with spiced couscous
– Roasted mackerel with char grilled purple sprouting broccoli ,boulangère potatoes and Whin hill cider sauce

Dessert
– Cardamon crème brulee with ginger biscuit
– Lemon cream tart with biscotti crumb
– Apple tart fine with cinnamon crème fraiche
– Local cheese board with artisan crackers
Grapes, celery and chutney

Afternoon tea can be added to your booking for £18 per person.

This restaurant is in the hub of the racecourse and overlooks the Parade Ring with a limited view of the track. There is a bar, screens showing live racing in the venue and betting just outside.

This price includes a Grandstand & Paddock badge and race card. If you are an Annual Member or would prefer a Day Member badge, please select the option without tickets.

We will email you prior to the event asking for your choices, or you can email them through to info@fakenhamracecourse.co.uk.

Book a table of 10 for your club or company and take the opportunity to network whilst enjoying a fantastic day of racing and celebrating all things Norfolk.

This price is for a table of 10 (£50 per person), with a maximum of 20 tables available, in a marquee situated adjacent to The Prince of Wales. The price includes entry ticket, race cards, screens and a tipster but does NOT include any food or drink.

A cash bar will be within the marquee selling wine and beer and more comprehensive bars will be throughout the racecourse.

If you don't fancy making your own picnic, Norfolk Hampers, based in Fakenham, are more than happy to put together a bespoke picnic for you – contact 01328 862578 / 07498 474787 / info@norfolk-hampers.co.uk to discuss your requirements.