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Easter Saturday sees completion of racecourse redevelopment

This year’s Bank Holiday weekend will see the unveiling of the results of Newton Abbot Racecourse’s £350,000 winter redevelopment programme ahead of the first racing fixture of the new season at the South Devon course.

In the five months since the last race of 2015, the course has undergone a number of improvements aimed at enhancing the visitor experience for racegoers, owners,...

Visit South Devon appoints acting general manager

Visit South Devon has announced the appointment of Sarah Stride as acting general manager for the next 12 months. Sarah takes over the post from Stephanie Cherrett, who is taking adoption leave for the coming year.

Stuart Longrigg, Chairman of Visit South Devon, commented: “Stephanie has been a great asset to us over the past four years. She has helped establish the organisation as a...

Devon racecourse ranked one of the best in Britain

Newton Abbot Racecourse has been named as one of the best racecourses in Britain for racehorse owners, after once again achieving Gold Standard from the Racehorse Owners’ Association (ROA).

Out of 60 racecourses in the country, Newton Abbot was one of 12 racecourses to be awarded the accolade, with others including Hamilton Park, Kempton Park and Market Rasen.

The Gold Standard...

Pre-loved sale at Newton Abbot Racecourse

With Christmas just around the corner, there is an opportunity to support Hospiscare and find a bargain at the ‘Pre-Loved’ sale at Newton Abbot Racecourse on Saturday 14th November.

Hosted by the racecourse’s Conference and Events Manager, Sylvia Fairchild, the event will look to raise funds for Hospiscare to help them continue their amazing work, caring for those who are terminally...

Newton Abbot Racecourse Season Finale

Join Newton Abbot Racecourse and celebrate the end of another great racing season with their season finale on Friday 9th October.

Popular local band Station Road will be performing after the last race to end the season in style.

Racing for the afternoon starts at 13:55, with gates opening at 11:55. The last race is at 17:05.

Tickets are priced at £18 for the Paddock Enclosure and £12 for the Course Enclosure. Tickets can be bought online until 17:00 on Thursday 8th October. There will also be tickets available at the gate on the day.

Don’t forget – Children...

Penultimate fixture of the season at Newton Abbot Racecourse

Spend an afternoon at Newton Abbot Racecourse and enjoy thrilling jumps racing on Monday 28 September.

The first race is at 14:00 and gates open at 12:00. The last race is at 16:30.

Tickets can be bought online until 17:00 on Sunday 27 September. There will also be tickets available at the gate on the day. Tickets are priced at £18 for the Paddock Enclosure and £12 for the Course Enclosure.

Remember – Children aged 16 and under plus students with a valid photographic ID / NUS card can enjoy free entry.

The racecourse also offers entry to all disabled...

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Enjoy an evening of racing at Newton Abbot

Join Newton Abbot Racecourse on Tuesday 1st September and enjoy a thrilling evening of racing at their last evening fixture of the season.

Racing starts at 16:45 with gates opening at 14:45. The last race is at 19:45.

Tickets can be bought online until 17:00 on Monday 31st August. Tickets are priced at £18 for the Paddock Enclosure and £12 for the Course Enclosure. There will also be tickets available to buy at the gate on the day.

Don’t forget – Children aged 16 and under plus students with a valid photographic student ID / NUS card enjoy free entry.

The...

Biggest fixture of the season at Newton Abbot Racecourse

Join Newton Abbot Racecourse for the biggest fixture of the racing season on Saturday 22nd August.

With over £120,000 worth of prize money on offer and the listed Class 1 Lord Mildmay Memorial Handicap Chase, it’s the perfect opportunity to enjoy the end of the summer holiday season.

Racing starts at 13:55, with gates opening at 11:15. The last race will be at 17:25.

Tickets can be bought until 17:00 on Friday 21st September. Tickets are priced at £18 for the Paddock Enclosure and £12 for the Course Enclosure. Tickets will also be available at the gate on the day...

Afternoon of horse racing

Countdown to the weekend and enjoy a thrilling afternoon of summer jumps racing at Newton Abbot Racecourse on Wednesday 12th August.

Racing starts at 14:10 and gates open at 12:10. The last race will be at 17:20.

The Family Enclosure will be open, providing garden games and inflatables for children to enjoy while parents can enjoy a great view of the track from the centre of the course.

Tickets can be bought online until 17:00 on Tuesday 11th August. There will also be tickets available to buy at the gates on the day.

Tickets are priced at £18 for the...

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