There is no official or strict dress code for the National Hunt Room or general areas at Cheltenham Racecourse. However, guests in hospitality and restaurants generally dress in smart-casual or smart attire.
The official motto is to dress to feel your best, while keeping practical and warm clothing in mind for the weather.
10:30am: Hospitality facility opens; arrival of guests.
11:00am: Morning coffee, tea and biscuits served alongside a welcome Buck’s Fizz or reception drink.
12:00pm: Buffet lunch service begins, offering a flexible dining experience.
1:20pm: First race of the day gets underway. Timings vary slightly depending on the official fixture list.
3:30pm – 4:00pm: Afternoon feature races take place, viewable from your allocated Grandstand seating or nearby viewing steps.
4:30pm: Traditional afternoon tea served after the major racing action.
5:30pm: Final race of the day concludes.
6:00pm: Bar services wind down and the hospitality facility closes.
Please note that all timings are approximate and may be subject to change.
Cheltenham New Year’s Day Meeting Hospitality – Cheltenham Racecourse National Hunt Room Package 2027
New Year’s Day Racing provides an opportunity to begin 2027 at Cheltenham Racecourse, with a full day of jump racing at Prestbury Park.
The National Hunt Room provides a comfortable base for the occasion, allowing guests to enjoy hospitality throughout the day while returning to their allocated seating or viewing steps to watch the racing.
The package includes a Drinks Reception, morning coffee and biscuits, buffet lunch and afternoon tea.
Guests also benefit from allocated Grandstand seating overlooking the racecourse, as well as access to viewing steps overlooking the course and/or Paddock.
The National Hunt Room’s balcony also overlooks the Parade Ring, providing another excellent position from which to take in the atmosphere.
The package includes club admission, allocated Grandstand seating or access to viewing steps overlooking the course and/or Paddock, an official racecard and TV racing coverage.
Guests can also make use of the on-site Tote betting facility and benefit from host team service.
The day begins with a Buck’s Fizz reception, followed by morning coffee and freshly baked biscuits.
A chef’s seasonal buffet lunch offers hot main courses, fresh salads and local accompaniments, while traditional afternoon tea is served later in the afternoon.
The combination of flexible dining, course views and hospitality facilities makes the National Hunt Room an excellent way to start the New Year at Cheltenham.
National Hunt Room FAQs – New Year’s Day Racing
Where is the National Hunt Room located?
The National Hunt Room is positioned within the main Grandstand at Cheltenham Racecourse and is a course-facing restaurant.
What is included in the package?
The package includes club admission, allocated Grandstand seating or viewing-step access, an official racecard, TV racing coverage, an on-site Tote betting facility and host team service. It also includes a Buck’s Fizz reception, morning coffee and biscuits, buffet lunch and afternoon tea.
Can I watch the racing from the National Hunt Room?
Yes. Guests receive allocated Grandstand seating or access to viewing steps overlooking the course and/or Paddock. The facility also has a balcony overlooking the Parade Ring.
What should I wear?
There is no strict dress code, although smart or smart-casual attire is recommended. Guests should also consider practical and warm clothing depending on the weather.
Is the National Hunt Room suitable for corporate entertaining?
Yes. Its combination of racecourse views, flexible dining and host team service makes it well suited to entertaining clients and guests.
How can I contact Eventmasters about New Year’s Day Racing Hospitality?
You can complete the contact form on this page or call our dedicated sales team on 0121 233 6500.
Start 2027 at Cheltenham Racecourse with an Eventmasters National Hunt Room Hospitality Package.

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