One Of The UK’s Greatest Horse Racing Venues

Sandown Park Racecourse is a horse racing ground and leisure venue located within Esher, Surrey. It is on the outer suburbs of London. Sandown boasts a total of five Grade One National Hunt races and another Group One flat race which is the Eclipse Stakes.

A first of its kind, Sandown Racecourse was the first purpose built racecourse having enclosures, designed specifically to be a leisure and entertainment destination. In addition to premium horse racing, Sandown also hosts a vast range of public events including concerts, wedding fairs, trade and car shows, toy fairs, auctions, property shows, and even many private events.

Year on year, you can witness world-class racing action at one of the greatest courses in the UK, with an exhilarating atmosphere that can be felt throughout Esher.

See some of the finest jumps and flat racing in the world at the famous Sandown Park Racecourse. The Esher venue plays host to races such as the Tingle Creek Chase, the Bet365 Gold Cup and the Coral Eclipse Stakes. With a range of superb Sandown Racecourse hospitality facilities available, you are guaranteed a unforgettable day at this historic venue.

More about Sandown Park Racecourse

The History of Sandown Racecourse

Sandown racecourse was one of the first racecourses to initially charge for attendance, it was also the first to have a members’ enclosure.

The racecourse was opened in 1875 and racegoers had to pay at least half a crown. The first race meeting held at Sandown racecourse took place over three days beginning on the 22nd of April. The Grand International Steeple Chase took place which awarded over two thousand pounds to the winner, making it the most valuable steeplechase in that season.

Getting to Sandown Racecourse

Sandown racecourse is situated in parkland within the town of Esher. It is within the M25 and only 15 miles from South West London.

Driving

From London, take the A3 and follow the brown venue signs to Sandown Park Racecourse. Exit the A3 onto the A307 and continue to follow the brown venue signs.

Alternatively, from the M25, exit at Junction 10 and follow the A3 towards London. Exit onto the A307 and follow the brown venue signs.

Please note that if you are using a SatNav or GPS system, it is better to enter ‘Portsmouth Road’ instead of the postcode. This will lead guests to the main car park which is directly in front of the main entrance.

Parking at the centre of the racecourse is free for guests to use, there are also four charging points for electric car users. There are also free disabled parking zones in the main car park at Portsmouth Road.

Experience great horse racing in 2019 in true style with our exclusive corporate hospitality at Sandown Racecourse. Book your VIP tickets and packages early to avoid disappointment.

Sandown Racecourse

One Of The UK’s Greatest Horse Racing Venues