Brighton Racecourse
Brighton Racecourse
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9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
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Brighton Racing & Events is located on Freshfield Road, Brighton and will deliver 21 race days during 2015. Our racing season will begin on Tuesday 21st April and will run continually throughout the summer until our last meeting on Thursday 15th October. We also benefit from a variety of unique venues which can be hired for corporate or private usage throughout the year.
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3 contributions
Sep 2023 • Family
This was our first visit to Brighton Racecourse and had a great day. The only thing that let it down was the burgers we purchased from Wicked Burgers in the courtyard. I recommend eating at other outlets.
Written 18 September 2023
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Albermarle
Surrey211 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
Brighton is one of the smaller racecourses, but benefits from a lovely location on the downs above Brighton with a sea view. The grandstands/ buildings/facilities look a bit dated, but on a sunny day it is nice to sit outside ( if you can nab a seat/table). For a keen racegoer, one benefit is that you are very close to the track, even in the grandstand, and there were some very close finishes.
Brighton is often criticised for hosting poor quality racing, but unless you are an aficionado, a race is a race, and it does not mean the races are necessarily less exciting.
Car parking is free.
One negative point is the large advertising hoardings by the finish line. I know racecourses have to make their money where they can, but they block the view of the sea and generally look awful.
Brighton is often criticised for hosting poor quality racing, but unless you are an aficionado, a race is a race, and it does not mean the races are necessarily less exciting.
Car parking is free.
One negative point is the large advertising hoardings by the finish line. I know racecourses have to make their money where they can, but they block the view of the sea and generally look awful.
Written 23 August 2023
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Paul T
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Jun 2023 • Friends
I go every year to gentlemen's day no complaints, but this year was absurd.
Not many people in attendance but long waits to be serve a drink, by bar staff who seemed to have no idea what was required of them behind the bar.
As for the racing, some of the smallest fields I have ever come across , making losing no fun at all.
Seven races, but I left after five.
If the prize money is not improved the attendances will disappear, a sad day.
Not many people in attendance but long waits to be serve a drink, by bar staff who seemed to have no idea what was required of them behind the bar.
As for the racing, some of the smallest fields I have ever come across , making losing no fun at all.
Seven races, but I left after five.
If the prize money is not improved the attendances will disappear, a sad day.
Written 10 June 2023
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Stephen S
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Jun 2023 • Couples
Went to gentlemen’s day today , first time going to Brighton racecourse, wasn’t the best of events I’ve been too .
Not many people put much effort into dressing up and making the day a bit special, most of the men were in shorts and tee shirts , no class really for a so called gentleman’s day .
Restaurant was ok but not great , food was average and the staff were ok .
Wouldn’t recommend it to be honest , quite disappointing actually.
Each to their own .
Not for me
Not many people put much effort into dressing up and making the day a bit special, most of the men were in shorts and tee shirts , no class really for a so called gentleman’s day .
Restaurant was ok but not great , food was average and the staff were ok .
Wouldn’t recommend it to be honest , quite disappointing actually.
Each to their own .
Not for me
Written 9 June 2023
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Lisa111111rob
95 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
A track we have never visited before and was just lovely! Staff were great especially Barbara! You can see some spectacular views of the coast from the track. It was also clean and just full of great people!
Written 26 May 2023
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Robert P
Sydney, Australia348 contributions
Sep 2022 • Couples
Lovely country racecourse which we visited on a day trip from London. Be aware train tickets very expensive if not booked well in advance. The track is lovely, facilities older but adequate not unlike our good selves. Special mention to our Uber driver who helped us when I left my backpack in a brighter cafe.
Written 18 September 2022
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AMH97
England63 contributions
Sep 2022 • Family
Silks Restaurant was fantastic. Great service and food. The man greeted us and showed us around and was very friendly. The whole afternoon was fantastic. Would thoroughly recommend and will definitely be going again when in Brighton.
Written 8 September 2022
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Clare344 contributions
Aug 2022
The services available are great. The staff were very friendly and helpful. A few little drawbacks - the beer wasn't cold and the function room was uncomfortably warm throughout the day and night. There was a heatwave but still it was a pity about the heat as most people could not stay in the function room as it was too hot - AC should have been turned on.
Written 16 August 2022
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Pauline B
Bognor Regis, UK6 contributions
Jun 2022 • Family
Fabulous day out, all the staff that we met were very friendly and helpful, we had a meal in Silks and that was superb our waiter was lovely, (we did pre book the table as we guessed they would be busy).we had a perfect view of the paddock and the finish line was just below our balcony which was part of the Silks restaurant. The toilets were well kept lovely and clean. Thankyou Brighton Race Course fabulous day had by all with a couple of winnings as well.
Written 10 July 2022
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will r
White Sulphur Springs, WV32 contributions
Jun 2022
The place is a dump. paid close to 200 quid for two to sit at a small inside table for an average lunch with zero view of the course itself except on (small) telly near-by. facility way past its prime. stick to Newmarket, Ascot, etc.
Written 9 July 2022
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alanh1964
Belfast, UK34 contributions
Good afternoon my wife and I are hoping to attend the summer Monday racing meeting is there a bus service from the city centre to the course and how much does it cost?
Dick T
Arzier, Switzerland150 contributions
Yes busses No 2 and 378 both go to the course gates. Not sure of the cost, as it will depend where you board and what ticket you buy.
What are the Admission prices on race day?
Joanna P
Brighton, UK
Hello
The prices are:-
G&P in advance when purchasing online 13 pounds or on the gate on the day it is 19 pounds
On a feature day the prices are more expensive
Premier Tickets - 18 pounds when purchasing online or 23 pounds on the gate on the day.
Can you visit the horses in the stalls before or after the race?
Joanna P
Brighton, UK
hello. Thanks for your question. Unfortunately due to BHA restrictions, visiting horses in the stableyard before they race isn't allowed. The horses like to get ready - just like an athlete- about to run any race. However we do a fantastic behind the scenes tour before a raceday that does include visiting the stables area and finding out all about what goes on during a raceday.
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