Exeter Racecourse

Come racing at Exeter this Christmas

Exeter Racecourse knows how to put the sparkle into festive celebrations and its two December race dates are perfect for treating colleagues to a day out of the office.

On Friday, December 6 and Thursday, December 19 spirits will be high as friends of the racecourse break free from their desks and head to the top of the hill for an afternoon of fun.

Feeling shy? The racecard is the perfect ice-breaker as you ponder the participants and strike up conversations about the horses you fancy and an exhilarating afternoon is guaranteed when you’re sure to bond with your colleagues...

New look for South Devon tourism

Visit South Devon has today unveiled a new look brand and refreshed website for tourism in South Devon, embracing tourism businesses and destinations across East Devon, Mid Devon, Teignbridge and South Hams. Created following its merger with Heart of Devon, the new brand, developed by Exeter brand agency, ‘Believe in’, is designed to create an evocative link between the shores and countryside...

Super Sunday at Exeter Racecourse

Exeter Racecourse is celebrating the combination of its prestigious Super Sunday raceday fixture on February 14 and Valentine’s Day with a special offer with two Grandstand and Paddock tickets available for just £14.

With children aged 17 and under get into the races for free, it is the prefect opportunity to celebrate the most romantic day of the year with a day at the races. Everyone...

New Year’s Day racing at Exeter Racecourse

New Year’s Day racing on Haldon Hill is a much loved Devon tradition and hundreds of people will gather at the racecourse to enjoy the excitement and camaraderie of a day at the races.

General manager Dan Thompson said: “The atmosphere at Exeter on New Year’s Day is always fantastic with people wanting to celebrate the first day of the New Year in the fresh air against the backdrop of...

New Year’s Day racing at Exeter Racecourse

Exeter Racecourse looks set to share in jump racing’s success story with pre-sales for its traditional New Year’s Day meeting ahead of its last January 1 fixture in 2012.

Both Premier and Grandstand & Paddock tickets have seen strong pre-sales. There has also been a recent swathe of abandonments due to frosty conditions, and with temperatures set to rise in time for Thursday’s...

Devon & Somerset Law Society's Professional Negligence Update with speakers from St John's Chambers

Date: Wednesday 30th April 2014 Time: 9.45 am - 1.00 pm / 3 hours CPD Venue: Exeter Racecourse

St John's Chambers' Professional Negligence Team will be speaking at Devon & Somerset Law Society's Professional Negligence Update on Wednesday, 30th April at Exeter Racecourse from 9.45am until 1.00pm.

Topics include:

John Dickinson Limitation issues in...

Guildhall Shopping Exeter Family Raceday

Guildhall Shopping Exeter Family Raceday

Easter at Exeter Racecourse means racing, running and a racecourse full of family fun.

On Sunday 22 March 2026, the Guildhall Shopping Exeter Family Raceday brings together live jump racing and a packed programme of free children’s entertainment.

Young racegoers can take part in children’s running races on the home straight, charging towards the finish line to a grandstand full of cheers. Free goody bags add to the excitement, with activities running throughout the afternoon to keep energy high between races.

The main event remains the racing itself, with horses and...

Beat the Blues Raceday with instant prizes for early arrivals

Beat the Blues Raceday

Exeter Racecourse lifts midwinter spirits with a seven-race card and surprise Lucky Envelope giveaways for early arrivals, including pints, racecards, chocolates and meals. Dedicated bus service from Exeter St David’s. Tickets online for best value.

Gates Open: 12:10pm

First Race: 1:40pm | Last Race: 4:40pm

Bus Times: Leaves Exeter St. David’s 12:10pm, returns 17:10pm

Tickets: From £15, under 18s free

Info & booking...

Exeter Racecourse launches Beat the Blues Raceday with instant prizes for early arrivals

Exeter Racecourse launches Beat the Blues Raceday with instant prizes for early arrivals

Exeter Racecourse is set to turn the midwinter slump into a day of excitement with its Beat the Blues Raceday on Wednesday 28 January. Visitors arriving early will be handed a Lucky Envelope containing instant prizes — from free pints and racecards to chocolates and full meals — ensuring many start the day as winners before the first race is off at 1.40pm.

The initiative is...

Exeter Racecourse general manager Jack Parkinson, Dexter and clerk of the course Jason Loosemoore

Devon’s greatest racing spectacle is back on Haldon Hill

Exeter Racecourse bursts into life on Thursday, October 9, with a seven-race card and the start of the 2025 jump season.

The jump season bursts into life next Thursday, October 9, with the return of racing to Haldon Hill. As the gates swing open and the thunder of hooves echoes across the famous turf, Exeter Racecourse promises an action-packed seven-race card and a celebration of...

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