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Cheltenham Festival Enclosures
As befits the UK’s premier racecourse, Cheltenham offers a huge variety of viewing areas, bars, restaurants, hospitality and entertainment.
Gates open at 10.30am on each of the four days of the Festival, and for the three hours before racing, and the hour and half after, there is time to soak up the unique atmosphere amongst the trade stands, parades, music and entertainment.
The Best Mate Enclosure - The Best Mate Enclosure gives race goers a great view of the racing as well as access to a variety of food outlets, betting shops and bars. The enclosure is directly opposite the main stands and, at the Festival, entertainment often includes leading ‘cover’ bands.
Tattersalls and Club - The Tattersalls grandstand provides extensive views of the course, a betting hall, bars and food outlets. Race goers in Tattersalls have access to The Centaur, Paddock, unsaddling enclosure, the Hall of Fame, the Gold Cup and Festival Restaurants, the trade stands in the tented village and all bookmakers in the betting ring.
At the Festival, the Guinness Village, opposite the last fence, extends the Tattersalls enclosure with extra viewing steps, bars, bands and other entertainment.
Club, as its name suggests, is the most exclusive enclosure with the best viewing, refreshment outlets and betting areas. The purchase of a Club day badge for the Festival also entitles race goers to use all of the facilities within Tattersalls. At the Festival, the chalets and boxes in the tented village are in the Club enclosure.
The Centaur - With access from the Hall of Fame, the Centaur provides over 1000 additional seats, a big screen to watch all the racing, totepool and other betting outlets, food and bars. This facility is available to race goers in Club and Tattersalls and is popular both during and after racing at the Festival - hosting live music and revelry after the last race of each of the four days.
Seats - Seats can be booked in the Tattersalls, Guinness Stand and the Head On Stand for all four days of the Festival meeting (subject to availability). Reservations can be made online or by phone.
Trade Stands - Trade stands are located around the paddock, with the majority in the tended village. Stand details are printed in the racecard.Disabled - Disabled facilities are available in each enclosure for race viewing and also in an area overlooking the parade ring. Normal rates of admission are charged for those in wheelchairs and their friends. There is an area reserved for car parking for members who have applied for a disabled label. The car park staff are briefed to allow cars displaying a disabled driver label to park as close as possible to the entrances. For those with hearing difficulties, an induction loop enhances the commentary for race goers on part of the Tattersalls steps.
No Smoking Policy - No smoking regulations apply to all indoor areas including private boxes and all seating areas in the stands. Additional furniture has been provided for comfort outside the stands where smoking is permitted.
Festival Radio - The racecourse’s own radio station provides traffic information, previews, news, commentaries and results throughout the meeting. Earpieces cost £7 (or £5 in advance by calling 01242 537 665). The broadcast can be picked up several miles from the racecourse on 87.7FM.
RESTAURANTS AND HOSPITALITY
At Cheltenham there is a huge choice of places where food and drink are on sale, ranging from restaurants, private boxes and bars to seafood and beef burger stalls.
Even with the extra food and drinks outlets that are available at the Festival only, all restaurants are in big demand and it is advisable to book early. Prices for the 2012 Festival start at £89 + VAT per person and are detailed below.
All hospitality options include admission ticket / Club enclosure badge, with the exception of the Moscow Flyer restaurant which includes admission ticket to Tattersalls. Discounts are available for those with full Cheltenham membership.
1. Long Run Boxes with Balcony - Located alongside the course, these elegantly furnished boxes are located opposite the penultimate fence and offer a great view of the racing from a private balcony. Each box accommodates 40 for lunch or 50 for a buffet. There is a £6200 + VAT per day booking fee for a box, plus £121 + VAT per person catering and admission tickets / Club Badges (based on a minimum group booking of 24 people). More details >>
1a. Long Run Restaurant - This elegantly furnished restaurant overlooks the course, providing stunning views over all the action. Watch as the horses thunder towards the winning post without having to leave the comfort of your restaturant. With tote betting on hand and viewing of the paddock and parade ring a short distance away, it offers all you need to enjoy a great day of racing in grand style. From £359 + VAT per person. More details >>
2. Moscow Flyer Restaurant - This restaurant is available as somewhere to have lunch before racing (11am - 1pm), or alternatively a second sitting (1.30pm - close) for late lunch, afternoon tea and a base for the remainder of the day (including TV coverage of the racing). A great value way to enjoy excellent food and capture a flavour of the Festival. From £89 + VAT per person (early sitting) / £145 + VAT per person (late sitting). More details >>
3. Horseshoe Pavilion Restaurant - The Horseshoe Pavilion has a fresh new look and sophisticated feel for the 2011 Festival. Located in the heart of the tented village, it is only a short walk from the parade ring, club viewing lawn, shopping village and Guinness Village. It, therefore, provides a great base for the day and includes a four course luncheon with complimentary bar. From £295 + VAT per person. More details >>
4. Hi-Lux Chalets - Overlooking the paddock, adjacent to the Members’ Lawn and Guinness Grandstand, you can watch the horses leave and winners return to the parade ring from your chalet or balcony. Each chalet houses 32 for lunch or 48 for a buffet. From £6000 + VAT per day booking fee, plus £121 + VAT per person catering and admission tickets / Club Badges (based on a minimum group booking of 20 people). More details >>
5. Chalets - Located in the main horseshoe of the tented village, chalets are a great venue which combine privacy when dining with the opportunity to experience the hustle and bustle of trade stands, the paddock and Guinness Village. Each chalet houses 24 for lunch or 32 for a buffet. From £2500 + VAT per day booking fee, plus £121 + VAT per person catering and Club Badges (based on a minimum group booking of 16 people). More details >>
6. Festival Restaurant - The Festival Restaurant offers a traditional style four course meal with waitress service in contemporary surroundings and is linked to the main grandstand by the Hall Of Fame. Adjacent to the Gold Cup Restaurant, this facility provides an excellent base for the day and easy access to the main Grandstand. Availability is limited, so book early to not miss out. From £259 + VAT per person. More details >>
7. Gold Cup Restaurant - The Gold Cup Restaurant offers dining in contemporary surroundings and is linked to the main grandstand by the Hall Of Fame - a homage to some of the sights, sounds and heroes of Cheltenham's rich history. The restaurant serves a 'Chef's Table' menu (a magnificent grand buffet), allowing you to make your own selection and enjoy lunch at your own pace. From £325 + VAT per person. More details >>
8. Panoramic Restaurant - Situated on the 5th level of the main grandstand, overlooking the winning line, is the Panoramic Restaurant. The restaurant accommodates 300 people, offers first class cuisine and through vast windows it has spectacular views of the racing. There's a television on every table and tote representatives will come to you to take your bets. From £565 + VAT per person. More details >>
