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Sunday Funday 11th May
Racing fun for all the family!
Make the most of your Sunday and join us for some sporting action in Newcastle for an all-around great atmosphere to share with friends and family, as we enjoy the end of the weekend with a Family Raceday.
This is a Premier Racing Fixture
Featuring the best of the best. This fixture is one of the 170 Premier Racedays across British horseracing that showcase the best quality of racing in the sport. Expect to see high-quality racing!
Family Fun Activities
We've got some great family entertainment lined up. Most of our entertainment is FREE, but please note there is a small charge for the funfair.
- Face painting (chargable)
- Pet Balloons (chargable)
- Stephney Bank Pony petting zone
- Live music all day
- Kids go free
- Free Parking
- Fun fair- wristbands for the Funfair will be available to buy giving you access to all rides.
Experience Horse Racing in Newcastle
Dive into the world of flat racing with our afternoon racing event featuring several lively races. If you’re looking for things to do in Newcastle this May, this could be an ideal Spring day out.
Picture this, you’re in the Grandstand, sipping on a refreshing drink, soaking up the atmosphere and witnessing the spectacle of the final dash to the finish line.
Get Your Horse Racing Tickets
Grab your tickets online before the event to enjoy some savings! Bringing along a bunch of friends? Opt for a group booking to get even more discount. And of course, you can also pick up tickets and concessions at the gate when you arrive if you prefer.
Join us for our Sunday Funday and add a bit of excitement to finish off your weekend with a bang!
Make the most of your Sunday and join us for some sporting action in Newcastle for an all-around great atmosphere to share with friends and family, as we enjoy the end of the weekend with a Family Raceday.
This is a Premier Racing Fixture
Featuring the best of the best. This fixture is one of the 170 Premier Racedays across British horseracing that showcase the best quality of racing in the sport. Expect to see high-quality racing!
Family Fun Activities
We've got some great family entertainment lined up. Most of our entertainment is FREE, but please note there is a small charge for the funfair.
- Face painting (chargable)
- Pet Balloons (chargable)
- Stephney Bank Pony petting zone
- Live music all day
- Kids go free
- Free Parking
- Fun fair- wristbands for the Funfair will be available to buy giving you access to all rides.
Experience Horse Racing in Newcastle
Dive into the world of flat racing with our afternoon racing event featuring several lively races. If you’re looking for things to do in Newcastle this May, this could be an ideal Spring day out.
Picture this, you’re in the Grandstand, sipping on a refreshing drink, soaking up the atmosphere and witnessing the spectacle of the final dash to the finish line.
Get Your Horse Racing Tickets
Grab your tickets online before the event to enjoy some savings! Bringing along a bunch of friends? Opt for a group booking to get even more discount. And of course, you can also pick up tickets and concessions at the gate when you arrive if you prefer.
Join us for our Sunday Funday and add a bit of excitement to finish off your weekend with a bang!
Sunday 11 May
Newcastle Racecourse, High Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE3 5HP
Gates open at 14:10pm with the first race commencing at 15:40pm and the last race at 19:00pm.There are a variety of tickets available ranging in price from £12.50 - £60.
Children 17 and under go free* to the races when accompanied by an adult (*exclusions may apply). Children do not require a ticket in advance and a free ticket will be issued on the day.
Concessions discounts are only available on the day.
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