Whilst there is no formal dress code in place, we appreciate that many guests like to dress up for the Festival. It is home to some of the finest racing in the world, and with the finest racing often comes the finest fashion.
During The Cheltenham Festival, fancy dress is not permitted in Hospitality, restaurant facilities, or in the Club Enclosure. Fancy dress is permitted in other areas as long as the outfit isn’t offensive, and at our discretion, we reserve the right to decline entry should the need arise.
Most male guests tend to choose Collar & Tie, while most female guests often opt for elegant dresses or smart outfits. The racecourse suggests: wrap up warm!
10:30 – Gates Open
10:45 – Facility Opens, Morning Coffee On Arrival
12:15 – Lunch Is Served
13:20 – First Race
16:00 – FEATURE RACE
16:25 – Afternoon Tea
17:20 – Last Race*
18:15 – Carriages
*Bar closes on the commencement of the last race
Located alongside the course on the first floor, these elegantly furnished private boxes provide a wonderful view of the action, teamed with impeccable service and attention to detail.
Cheltenham Festival Final Fence Box Highlights:
- Splendid course-facing facility with panoramic views of the racecourse
- Four-course luncheon with selected wines, followed by port and brandy
- Full afternoon tea at Cheltenham Racecourse
Cheltenham Festival Final Fence Box includes:
- Splendid course-facing facility with panoramic views of the racecourse
- Club admission badges
- Reserved car parking at Cheltenham Racecourse (1 per 2 guests)
- Morning coffee and biscuits on arrival
- Four-course luncheon with selected wines, followed by port and brandy
- Full afternoon tea at Cheltenham Racecourse
- Complimentary bar of beers, wines, spirits and soft drinks
- Souvenir race card
- Daily newspapers
- Plasma TV screens
- Experienced event management team including VIP hostess service
- Dedicated toilet facilities at Cheltenham Racecourse
Cheltenham Festival Day One: Tuesday 10th March 2026
Day one of the Cheltenham Festival, otherwise known as Champions Day, is widely popular for the Champions Hurdle and the iconic Cheltenham Roar. With racegoers giddy with excitement, Champions Day starts one of the most thrilling weeks at Cheltenham Racecourse. Let the sheer fun and action begin with the Cheltenham Festival Silks facility.
RACE TIME
|
RACES
|
PRIZE MONEY
|
| 13:20 |
The Sky Bet Supreme Novices’ Hurdle Race (Grade 1) |
£150,000 |
| 14:00 |
The Arkle Challenge Trophy Novices’ Steeple Chase (Grade 1) |
£200,000 |
| 14:40 |
The Fred Winter Juvenile Handicap Hurdle Race (Premier Handicap) |
£80,000 |
| 15:20 |
The Ultima Handicap Chase (Premier Handicap) |
£150,000 |
| 16:00 |
The Unibet Champion Hurdle (Grade 1) |
£450,000 |
| 16:40 |
The TrustATrader Plate Handicap Chase (Premier Handicap) |
£150,000 |
| 17:20 |
 The Princess Royal National Hunt Novices’ Handicap Chase |
£100,000 |
Cheltenham Festival Day Two: Wednesday 11th March 2026
Style Wednesday (Ladies Day) is renowned for adding a splash of colour to first-class racing at the racecourse. With our Cheltenham Festival Silks hospitality, guests can dress in high style while witnessing the Queen Mother Champion Chase at Cheltenham Racecourse during the festival.
RACE TIME
|
RACES
|
PRIZE MONEY
|
| 13:20 |
Turners Novices’ Hurdle Race (Grade 1) |
£150,000 |
| 14:00 |
The Brown Advisory Novices’ Steeple Chase (Grade 1) |
£200,000 |
| 14:40 |
The Coral Cup Handicap Hurdle (Premier Handicap) |
£110,000 |
| 15:20 |
Glenfarclas Cross Country Steeple Chase (A Limited Handicap) |
£75,000 |
| 16:00 |
The BetMGM Queen Mother Champion Steeple Chase (Grade 1) |
£400,000 |
| 16:40 |
The Debenhams Johnny Henderson Grand Annual Challenge Cup Handicap Steeple Chase (Premier Handicap) |
£150,000 |
| 17:20 |
The Weatherbys Champion Bumper (A Standard Open NH Flat Race) (Grade 1) |
£80,000 |
Cheltenham Festival Day Three: Thursday 12th March 2026
Day three is regarded as St. Patrick’s Thursday, allowing Cheltenham racecourse to organise an Irish theme for the Cheltenham Festival. Whether team Ireland or team Great Britain, racegoers celebrate the festival in big style. Don’t miss all the fun with our Cheltenham Festival Silks Hospitality.
RACE TIME
|
RACES
|
PRIZE MONEY
|
| 13:20 |
The Ryanair Mares’ Novices’ Hurdle (Grade 2) |
£105,000 |
| 14:00 |
Jack Richards Novices’ Limited Handicap Steeple Chase (Grade 2) |
£125,000 |
| 14:40 |
The Close Brothers Mares’ Hurdle (Grade 1) |
£125,000 |
| 15:20 |
The Paddy Power Stayers’ Hurdle (Grade 1) |
£325,000 |
| 16:00 |
The Ryanair Steeple Chase (Grade 1) |
£375,000 |
| 16:40 |
The Pertemps Network Final Handicap Hurdle (Premier Handicap) |
£110,000 |
| 17:20 |
The Rosconn Group Fulke Walwyn Kim Muir Amateur Jockeys’ Handicap Steeple Chase |
£75,000 |
Cheltenham Festival Day Four: Friday 13th March 2026
Day four and the final day of the Cheltenham Festival occur on Friday. While the day centres around the Gold Cup, day four is the climax of an exciting week. Make sure you keep an eye out for former jockeys, trainers, and numerous owners. Cheltenham Festival Silks Hospitality packages are selling fast – don’t hesitate to book your Silks hospitality to secure your place at the Cheltenham racecourse.
RACE TIME
|
RACES
|
DISTANCE
|
| 13:20 |
The JCB Triumph Hurdle (Grade 1) |
£150,000 |
| 14:00 |
The William Hill County Handicap Hurdle (Premier Handicap) |
£110,000 |
| 14:40 |
The Mrs Paddy Power Mares’ Chase (Grade 2) |
£130,000 |
| 15:20 |
The Albert Bartlett Novices’ Hurdle (Grade 1) |
£150,000 |
| 16:00 |
The Boodles Cheltenham Gold Cup (Grade 1) |
£625,000 |
| 16:40 |
The Festival Challenge Cup Open Hunters’ Steeple Chase |
£50,000 |
| 17:20 |
The Martin Pipe Conditional Jockey’s Handicap Hurdle |
£75,000 |
Cheltenham Festival Final Fence Boxes
Cheltenham Festival 2026 – Final Fence Boxes Corporate Hospitality at Cheltenham Racecourse
The Cheltenham Festival is amongst the most famous and prestigious events on the horse racing calendar, with thousands of fans travelling to Cheltenham Racecourse each year to take in the world-class horse racing action. This iconic race meeting is set to return to its iconic home once more in March 2026.
This event is a great day out for you and your guests/clients, family, and friends. Why not enhance it further with our Eventmasters Final Fence Boxes Hospitality Package? It offers a variety of VIP services, including, but not limited to, a four-course luncheon with selected wines followed by port and brandy, club admission badges, a full afternoon tea, a complimentary bar, an experienced event management team including VIP hostess service, a souvenir race card, and some morning coffee and biscuits on arrival.
We are delighted to offer this VIP Hospitality Package for all four days of action from Tuesday, 10th March to Friday, 13th March 2026. This package also offers panoramic views of the racecourse from a box that accommodates parties of 30 or 40 guests.
There is no better way to experience what is set to be four spectacular, action-packed days of thrilling horse racing action at the 2026 Cheltenham Racecourse than with an Eventmasters VIP Hospitality Package. Book now to avoid disappointment
Final Fence Boxes Hospitality FAQs – Cheltenham Festival
Where are the Final Fence Boxes located at Cheltenham Racecourse?
This facility is situated alongside the course on the first floor, offering you and your guests a panoramic view of the racecourse. You and your guests/clients will not miss a single moment of the enthralling racing that takes place throughout the day.
What is included in the VIP Final Fence Package for the 2026 Cheltenham Festival?
Our VIP Final Fence Hospitality Package has plenty to offer to enhance your and your clients’ experience of the superb Cheltenham Festival, which is set to make its much-anticipated return in March 2026.
This package includes: Club admission badges, reserved car parking at Cheltenham Racecourse (1 per 2 guests), morning coffee and biscuits on arrival, a four course luncheon served with selected wines followed by port and brandy, a full afternoon tea, a complimentary bar of beers, wines, spirits, and soft drinks, as well as a souvenir race card, daily newspapers, plasma TV screens, and dedicated toilet facilities.
There will also be an experienced event management team that includes a VIP hostess service.
What is on the menu for the four-course luncheon in the Final Fence Box Package at Cheltenham?
There is much to enjoy in your four-course luncheon with the Final Fence Boxes package – below is a sample menu to give you an idea of what you can expect:
Starter: Smoked Chalk Stream Trout blini with roe and wasabi aioli.
Main: Rump of Lamb with smoked carrot, cauliflower cheese, greens, and mead jus.
Dessert: Chaxhill Red Apple Delice with caramel and maple syrup.
The Cheltenham Cheeseboard comes served with apricots, grapes, chutney, and biscuits. Additionally, you and your guests will also be served some Fresh Hobbs House Bakery bread with butter.
What is the dress code for the VIP Final Fence Hospitality Package?
Whilst there is no formal dress code in place for this package, the minimum attire requirement is smart casual. As an example, male guests often wear a collared shirt with a tie – it is advised that you wrap up warm, though this is dependent on the weather.
Fancy dress is NOT allowed in the hospitality or restaurant facilities, as well as the club enclosure. Note that fancy dress is permitted in other areas of the racecourse (as long as it isn’t offensive), though the racecourse does reserve the right to deny entry if this is deemed necessary.
When should I arrive?
The racecourse opens its gates at 10:30am, but the facility itself will open for you and your guests/clients at 10:45am, where you will be served some morning coffee and biscuits upon your arrival into the facility.
How can I contact Eventmasters regarding the Final Fence Boxes Package at Cheltenham?
There are several ways to get in touch with us at Eventmasters regarding our hospitality in the Final Fences Boxes Package. You can either contact us via the form at the bottom of the page or, if you prefer, call us on 0121 233 6500 to speak with our dedicated sales team, who will be happy to assist you.
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