A Typical Raceday
The Racecourse opens between 2 and 2 1/2 hours before the first race. For this example we’ve given below the First Race is 2.20pm. Just adjust the timings according to the first race time for the day that you are planning to attend.
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If you are visiting as a corporate guest you’ll receive an itinerary with your badges in advance. We advise guests to aim to arrive at the racecourse for the “gates opening” time so that you allow sufficient time to enjoy your meal before the racing starts.
A Typical Race Day
- 12.00pm Racecourse Opens
- 1.20pm Aim to reach Musselburgh Racecourse at least 1 hour before the first race (complimentary transport from Wallyford Train Station available)
- 1.25pm On arrival pick up a complimentary Race Programme which will provide full details of our facilities including bars, restaurants and viewing areas. Information is also available at where to eat and drink
- 1.30pm Take a few minutes to walk around the racecourse, get your bearings and explore our facilities including the location of the Parade Ring, the Racetrack and the betting ring. On our family days please check out our Family area where you will find lots of children’s activities all FREE.
- 1.45pm When you’ve found a comfortable spot take a few minutes to review all the information on the runners and riders for each race, which can be found in your complimentary race programme. Perhaps pick out a few horses that you would like to see in the Parade Ring or place a bet on later in the day.
- 2.00pm With just 20 minutes until the first race why not visit the Parade Ring to see your first glimpse of the runners for the first race, this is a great opportunity to view these beautiful animals up close.
In between each race there is a 30 - 35 minute gap. The different areas you may choose to visit during your visit are listed below:
The Parade Ring
Before each race you are able to visit the Parade Ring to see the horses parade. This is also where the Jockeys arrive to “mount up” before heading down to the start.
The Betting Ring
Before each race you can visit the Betting Ring where you can bet with one of the racecourse bookmakers, who offer a variety of odds on the runners for each race.
Trackside Viewing
From the Club or Grandstand enclosure you are able to watch the racing live from the trackside – witness the exciting finishes from up close on the rails and cheer home your horse. We also provide a large screen on all racedays making the viewing of the whole race easy from both enclosures.
The Winners Enclosure
After each race you can enjoy watching the winning and placed horses return to the winners enclosure where they meet their owners and trainers. A presentation to the winning owner will also take place after each race in the Winners Enclosure.
