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Newton Abbot Racecourse - Family Funday
The Racecourse, Newton Road, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 3AF
Call direct on:
Tel01626 353235
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| Season (20 July 2025) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Sunday | 12:45 | - 17:45 |
Date: Sunday 20th July 2025
Gates Open: 12:40 | First Race: 14:20 | Last Race: 16:50
️ Admission: Course Enclosure £13.00 | Paddock Enclosure £18.00 (£20.00 on the day)
Children go FREE!
Join us for a fantastic Family Funday at Newton Abbot Racecourse – the perfect summer outing for all ages! Held during the local school holidays, this action-packed raceday combines the thrill of live horse racing with a whole host of free family entertainment.
Little ones will love the face painting, inflatables, Hook A Duck, and our popular play park, all included in your raceday admission. Our friendly mascot Blaze will be making appearances throughout the day, and the first 200 children through the gates will receive a special giveaway!
Plus, don't miss the Rowcroft Mascot Race, taking place half an hour before the first race. Watch as Blaze and a lively line-up of mascots race to raise money for Rowcroft Hospice.
We're also excited to welcome Moorland Rovers with their iconic bright pink Land Rover and Redpost Equestrian with their hobby horse jumps course – perfect for young equestrian fans.
Free Shuttle Bus:
Complimentary return transport is available from the Courtney Park lay-by (opposite Newton Abbot Train Station) starting from gates open, with return journeys running for one hour after the final race.
️ Advance Offer:
Pre-book online and enjoy a pasty and a pint for just £8! Already booked? Call us to add it to your order.
Whether you're a racing regular or first-time visitor, this is a brilliant way to spend a summer's afternoon with the whole family.
Location: Newton Abbot Racecourse, Newton Road, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 3AF
More Info & Tickets: www.newtonabbotracing.com
️ Admission: Course Enclosure £13.00 | Paddock Enclosure £18.00 (£20.00 on the day)
Children go FREE!
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From Plymouth and Cornwall
Racegoers should leave the A38 at the junction signposted Newton Abbot, following the A383 until the main roundabout on the outskirts of the town. Take the first exit for the A381, signposted to the Racecourse and Kingsteignton. There is ample free parking available in the centre of the racecourse.
Please note, the main car entrance in via Greenhill Way and not the Tesco roundabout.
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By Rail
Newton Abbot has its own railway station within a three quarters of a mile walk to the course. Newton Abbot is on the mainline from London Paddington.
By Bus
If you are arriving at the course via bus, please view this handy map of the Newton Abbot bus routes – Newton Abbot Bus Route Map
By Air
Helicopters can land at the racecourse with prior permission from the Managing Director. Please contact us in advance to arrange.
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