Start the 2027 racing season in style at Newton Abbot Racecourse.
The season opener is always one of the biggest and liveliest fixtures of the year, bringing racegoers together for an afternoon of thrilling jump racing, a great atmosphere and live music after racing.
Make a day of it with a special offer Pasty and Pint when booked in advance, then stay on after the final race and enjoy the live music in the Paddock Suite from Electric Empire.
Getting here is easy too, with a free shuttle bus running from Newton Abbot Train Station to the racecourse from gates opening until the first race, with return services running for an hour after racing.
With this fixture always attracting one of our biggest crowds of the season, booking in advance is advisable.
Whether you are new to racing or a regular racegoer, there is something for everyone. Choose Course or Paddock admission, or treat yourselves to hospitality. Our private boxes and restaurants offer fantastic views, great food and extra comfort.
Party In The Paddock - Electric Empire
You don’t have to race off after the last race we have Electric Empire playing in our Paddock Suite straight after the last race. So stay around, socialise and hit the dancefloor. Electric Empire is one of the South West's best function bands. Nine piece pop and soul band perfect for dancing the night away.
All tickets include this entertainment in the price of the admission ticket, just follow the music!
Pasty & a Pint for £9
Enjoy a delicious pasty and a refreshing pint for just £9 – the perfect pairing for a day at the races. This special offer is only available when purchased online in advance during the ticket booking process. Be sure to add it to your order before checkout to take advantage of this great value deal!
Already have tickets? No problem - just give us a call and we’ll be happy to add the offer to your booking.
FREE Shuttle Bus
Enjoy a FREE shuttle bus from Newton Abbot Train Station after the gates open until the first race and again after the last race for an hour. This bus operates on a loop and is organised by the racecourse not the station.