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
Combine comfort, convenience, and luxury in The Champions Club at Cheltenham Racecourse for the Cheltenham Festival 2027. Not only can you enjoy some of the very finest views of the track from this sublime course-facing facility, but you will also be treated to some of the finest food and drink on offer.
The dress code for The Champions Club is smart casual, with the facility opening at 10.30am and closing at 6pm. Your meal will be served at your leisure from midday. Seating is at private tables of 10 or 12 guests with smaller parties on shared tables but is subject to availability. The Champions Club Hospitality Package comes with a Club badge, allowing full access the racecourse.
Champions Club Hospitality Highlights:
- Club Badge, allowing Club level course access
- Private Viewing Balcony overlooking the Racetrack
- Complimentary bar, including house wines, selected spirits, soft drinks, draught lager and Guinness (excludes champagne)
Cheltenham Festival Champions Club Hospitality Package includes:
- Club Badge, allowing Club level course access
- Morning coffee and biscuits
- Four-course lunch
- Afternoon tea at Cheltenham Racecourse
- Complimentary bar, including house wines, selected spirits, soft drinks, draught lager and Guinness (excludes champagne)
- Private Viewing Balcony overlooking the Racetrack
- Racecard
- Car parking at Cheltenham Racecourse (1 per 4 guests)
- Waiter & Waitress Service
Cheltenham Festival Day One: Tuesday 16th March 2027
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.
Below is the race schedule for day one from 2026, with the schedule for 2027 yet to be confirmed.
RACE TIME
|
RACES
|
DISTANCE
|
| 13:20 |
The Sky Bet Supreme Novices’ Hurdle Race (Grade 1) |
2m abt 1/3f |
| 14:00 |
The Singer Arkle Challenge Trophy Steeple Chase (Grade 1) |
Abt 2m |
| 14:40 |
The McCoys Contractors Juvenile Handicap Hurdle Race (Registered as the Fred Winter – Premier Handicap) |
2m abt 1/2f |
| 15:20 |
The Trustmarque Ultima Handicap Chase (Premier Handicap) |
3m 1f |
| 16:00 |
The Unibet Champion Hurdle (Grade 1) |
2m abt 1/2f |
| 16:40 |
The Sun Racing Plate (A Handicap Steeple Chase) (Premier Handicap) |
2m abt 4f |
| 17:20 |
The National Hunt Steeple Chase Challenge Cup (Novices’ Handicap Steeple Chase) (Class 2) |
3m abt 6f |
Cheltenham Festival Day Two: Wednesday 17th March 2027
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.
Below is the race schedule for day two from 2026, with the schedule for 2027 yet to be confirmed.
RACE TIME
|
RACES
|
DISTANCE
|
| 13:20 |
Turners Novices’ Hurdle Race (Grade 1) |
2m abt 5f |
| 14:00 |
The Brown Advisory Novices’ Steeple Chase (Grade 1) |
3m abt 1f |
| 14:40 |
The Cup Handicap Hurdle (A Handicap Hurdle Race) (Premier Handicap) |
2m abt 5f |
| 15:20 |
Glenfarclas Cross Country Steeple Chase (A Limited Handicap) |
3n abt 5 1/2f |
| 16:00 |
The BetMGM Queen Mother Champion Steeple Chase (Grade 1) |
Abt 2m |
| 16:40 |
The Debenhams Johnny Henderson Grand Annual Handicap Steeple Chase Challenge Cup (Premier Handicap) |
Abt 2m |
| 17:20 |
The Weatherbys Champion Bumper (In Memory of Sir Johnny Weatherby) (A Standard Open NH Flat Race) (Grade 1) |
2m abt 1/2f |
Cheltenham Festival Day Three: Thursday 18th March 2027
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.
Below is the race schedule for day three from 2026, with the schedule for 2027 yet to be confirmed.
RACE TIME
|
RACES
|
DISTANCE
|
| 13:20 |
The Ryanair Mares’ Novices’ Hurdle (Grade 2) |
2m abt 1f |
| 14:00 |
Jack Richards Novices’ Limited Handicap Chase (Grade 2) |
2m 4 1/2f |
| 14:40 |
The Close Brothers Mares’ Hurdle (Grade 1) |
2m abt 4 1/2f |
| 15:20 |
The Paddy Power Stayers’ Hurdle (Grade 1) |
Abt 3m |
| 16:00 |
The Ryanair Chase (Grade 1) |
2m 4 1/2f |
| 16:40 |
The Pertemps Network Final Handicap Hurdle (Premier Handicap) |
Abt 3m |
| 17:20 |
The Rosconn Group Fulke Walwyn Kim Muir Challenge Cup Handicap Steeple Chase |
2m abt 4 1/2f |
Cheltenham Festival Day Four: Friday 19th March 2027
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.
Below is the race schedule for day four from 2026, with the schedule for 2027 yet to be confirmed.
RACE TIME
|
RACES
|
DISTANCE
|
| 13:20 |
The JCB Triumph Hurdle (Grade 1) |
2m abt 1f |
| 14:00 |
The William Hill County Handicap Hurdle (Premier Handicap) |
2m abt 1f |
| 14:40 |
The Mrs Paddy Power Mares’ Steeple Chase (Grade 2) |
2m abt 4 1/2f |
| 15:20 |
The Albert Bartlett Novices’ Hurdle (Grade 1) |
Abt 3m |
| 16:00 |
The Boodles Cheltenham Gold Cup Steeple Chase (Grade 1) |
3m abt 2 1/2f |
| 16:40 |
The Festival Challenge Cup Open Hunters’ Steeple Chase |
3m abt 2 1/2f |
| 17:20 |
The Martin Pipe Conditional Jockey’s Handicap Hurdle |
2m abt 4 1/2f |
Cheltenham Festival – The Champions Club Hospitality Package
The Cheltenham Festival returns to Cheltenham Racecourse from Tuesday 16th March to Friday 19th March 2027, bringing together four days of elite National Hunt Racing.
Eventmasters is delighted to offer The Champions Club hospitality across all four days of the Festival. This premium course-facing facility combines first-class dining and hospitality with excellent views of the racing from its private viewing balcony overlooking the racetrack.
The Champions Club Hospitality Package includes:
- Club badge allowing Club-level course access
- Morning coffee and biscuits
- Four-course lunch
- Afternoon tea
- Complimentary bar including house wines, selected spirits, soft drinks, draught lager and Guinness, excluding champagne
- Private viewing balcony overlooking the racetrack
- Racecard
- Reserved car parking at Cheltenham Racecourse, with one space per four guests
- Waiter and waitress service
Guests booked together will be seated together within the facility.
The Champions Club offers an excellent setting for corporate entertaining, rewarding colleagues, networking with clients or enjoying the Cheltenham Festival with family and friends.
Its course-facing location and private balcony allow guests to combine premium dining and hospitality with convenient access to the racing action throughout the day.
Champions Club – Cheltenham Festival Corporate Hospitality 2027
The Champions Club is a premium course-facing hospitality facility at Cheltenham Racecourse, providing guests with excellent views of the racing from a private viewing balcony overlooking the track.
Available across all four days of the 2027 Festival, the facility provides a comfortable base from which guests can enjoy four-course dining, afternoon tea and complimentary drinks while following some of the biggest races in National Hunt Racing.
The Cheltenham Festival features a series of prestigious contests, including the Cheltenham Gold Cup, Champion Hurdle, Queen Mother Champion Chase, Stayers’ Hurdle and Supreme Novices’ Hurdle.
The most recent Cheltenham Gold Cup was won in 2026 by Gaelic Warrior, trained by Willie Mullins and ridden by Paul Townend.
Experience the 2027 Cheltenham Festival from a premium course-facing setting with The Champions Club hospitality at Cheltenham Racecourse.
To compare The Champions Club with the wider range of facilities available throughout the meeting, explore our Cheltenham Festival Hospitality Packages.
Champions Club FAQs – Cheltenham Festival 2027
What views can guests enjoy from The Champions Club at Cheltenham Racecourse?
The Champions Club is a course-facing hospitality facility offering excellent views of the racing.
Guests also have access to a private viewing balcony overlooking the racetrack, allowing them to watch the action from a premium position throughout the day.
How much does The Champions Club Hospitality cost for the Cheltenham Festival 2027?
The Champions Club Hospitality is currently available from £729 to £849 per person plus VAT, depending on the Festival day selected.
Prices and availability may change, so guests should check the latest options when booking.
What is included in The Champions Club Hospitality Package?
The Champions Club package includes:
- Club badge allowing Club-level course access
- Morning coffee and biscuits
- Four-course lunch
- Afternoon tea
- Complimentary bar including house wines, selected spirits, soft drinks, draught lager and Guinness, excluding champagne
- Private viewing balcony overlooking the racetrack
- Racecard
- Reserved car parking, with one space per four guests
- Waiter and waitress service
Is there a dress code for The Champions Club?
There is no formal Festival dress code, although The Champions Club operates a smart-casual hospitality environment and many guests choose to dress smartly for the occasion.
Collared shirts, ties, suits, smart jackets and dresses are common choices. Guests should also dress appropriately for the March weather.
Fancy dress is not permitted within hospitality facilities, restaurants or the Club Enclosure.
What is the itinerary for The Champions Club Hospitality?
The following is a sample itinerary for The Champions Club during the Cheltenham Festival:
10:30 – Racecourse gates open
10:45 – The Champions Club opens; morning coffee and biscuits on arrival
12:15 – Four-course lunch served
13:20 – First race
16:00 – Feature race
16:25 – Afternoon tea
17:20 – Final race and complimentary bar closes
18:15 – Carriages
Timings are intended as a guide and may be subject to change.
How can I contact Eventmasters about The Champions Club Hospitality?
To enquire about The Champions Club Hospitality for the 2027 Cheltenham Festival, complete the enquiry form on this page or call Eventmasters on 0121 233 6500 to speak with a member of the hospitality team.
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