Situated on the edge of the seaside town of Redcar, this racecourse combines a relaxed atmosphere with a strong racing programme, making it a popular destination for both dedicated racing fans and those simply looking for an enjoyable day out.
The venue stages exclusively Flat racing between spring and autumn on a left-handed circuit that is widely regarded as fair and galloping. One of its defining features is the long home straight, which gives horses plenty of opportunity to challenge late and often produces genuinely run races. Unlike tighter tracks where tactical positioning can dominate, Redcar frequently rewards horses capable of finishing strongly, making it a fascinating course for betting.
While Redcar doesn’t host major festivals, it has several notable fixtures of its own. The Two-Year-Old Trophy is among the highlights of the season, attracting some of the country’s most promising juvenile sprinters, while the Zetland Gold Cup has become a popular early summer handicap. Ladies’ Day and evening meetings also feature prominently, helping to create a lively and welcoming atmosphere throughout the racing calendar.
Away from the sport, Redcar Racecourse serves as an important venue for the local community. Weddings, conferences, exhibitions, business functions and private celebrations are held throughout the year, while its modern hospitality facilities make it well suited to a wide range of events. Friendly, accessible and full of character, Redcar continues to play an important role in British Flat racing while remaining one of the North East’s most enjoyable racecourses to visit.
Upcoming Events at Redcar
Redcar: Summer Family Fun Day
The Summer Family Fun Day will involve an afternoon of racing, along with entertainment for the kids, including a meet and greet with creatures from Zoo Lab (where you get to hold a Tarantula!), garden games, space hoppers, a bouncy castle, and a unicorn hobby horse competition. The gates open at 12 noon, the first race is at 2.05pm, and the last race is at 4.50pm with 6 races on the card.
Redcar: Caribbean Carnival Family Day
The Caribbean Carnival Day is great fun for adults and kids alike with fancy dress competitions and a boat load of family entertainment, including bouncy castles, a visit from real pirates, and face painting. Additionally, there is some fantastic horse racing action with the gates opening at 12 noon, the first race at 2.05pm, and the last race at 5.31pm with 7 races scheduled on the card.