Thirsk Racecourse · North Yorkshire
🏇 Race Dates & Fixtures 2026
One of England's finest flat racing venues — set in the heart of North Yorkshire. Find race dates, ticket info, and everything you need to plan your day at the races.
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2026 Season
Upcoming fixtures
Summer Family Day - Go Racing in Yorkshire Festival at Thirsk Racecourse
Bring the whole family along for a fun-filled day of racing and entertainment as part of the Go Racing in York…
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William Hill Summer Cup
Enjoy one of the biggest highlights of the summer racing calendar at Thirsk Racecourse, with an exciting day…
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Superhero Family Day at Thirsk Races
Bring the whole family along for a magical day of racing, live entertainment and superhero fun at this speci…
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Country Music Night
Thirsk Racecourse is turning up the country atmosphere for its only evening meeting of the 2026 season. Expe…
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All Creatures Great & Small Family Day at Thirsk Races
The popular All Creatures Great & Small Family Day returns to Thirsk Racecourse, bringing together an exciting…
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Know before you go
About the track
Track layout
Thirsk is a left-handed, pear-shaped track with a long straight. Ideal for front-runners on the straight course.
- Straight
- 1 mile 2 furlongs
- Round
- 1 mile 6 furlongs
- Going reports
- Updated each race day
Season & fixtures
The flat season at Thirsk typically runs from April to September, with around 13 fixtures spread through summer.
- Season
- April – September
- Fixtures
- ~13 per year
- First race
- Approx. 2:00pm
Getting there
Thirsk Racecourse is just a short walk from Thirsk town centre and train station — easy to reach by rail.
- Address
- Station Road, Thirsk YO7 3HT
- Train
- Thirsk Station, 5 min walk
- Car parking
- On-site, free
Admission prices
A range of enclosures to suit all budgets — from the County Enclosure to the Family Stand.
- County Enclosure
- From £20
- Paddock
- From £14
- Family (child)
- Under-16 free
Dining & hospitality
The Thomas Lord Restaurant and various hospitality packages are available. Pre-book for the best experience.
- Restaurant
- Thomas Lord
- Bars
- Multiple across enclosures
- Hospitality
- Pre-booking advised
Contact & info
The official Thirsk Racecourse website has full fixture details, race cards, and online ticket booking.
- Phone
- 01845 522276
- Website
- thirskracecourse.net
- Gates open
- From 11:00am
Planning your visit
Day at the races
Tips for a great day out
Thirsk Racecourse is one of the most relaxed and welcoming flat racing venues in the north of England. Whether it's your first time at the races or you're a seasoned racegoer, here's what to know.
- Arrive early — gates open at 11am, giving you time to study the form and enjoy a drink before racing begins
- Children under 16 enter free, making it a brilliant family day out through the summer season
- Smart casual dress is welcomed in all enclosures — save the occasion outfits for the big feature racedays
- The on-site car park is free; or take the train to Thirsk Station and enjoy a 5-minute walk to the course
- Pre-book the Thomas Lord Restaurant for a premium experience — tables fill quickly on popular fixtures
- Pick up a race card on arrival to follow each race, check the runners, and get the going report
Did you know?
Thirsk & its racecourse
🏭 Racecourse history
Thirsk Racecourse has hosted horse racing since 1855. During 1914–1923 the course closed for the First World War. The Tattersalls and Family Stand were built in 1967, and the Pavilion Stand followed in 1999.
Thomas Lord — founder of Lord's Cricket Ground — has a restaurant named in his honour at the course, honouring Thirsk's famous son.
🏒 Famous connections
The town of Thirsk is renowned as the home of veterinary author James Herriot (Alf Wight), whose books inspired All Creatures Great and Small. Thirsk also claims Thomas Lord, founder of Lord's Cricket Ground, as a native son.
The Chestnut Room owners and trainers facility at the racecourse opened in September 2018.
🛌 Stay near the course
Planning a race day trip? Thirsk has a great selection of accommodation right in the town centre — all within easy reach of the racecourse.
📅 Today's date
Tuesday 21st July 2026
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