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About Fontwell Park Racecourse
Welcome to Fontwell Park Racecourse, a premier National Hunt venue known for its distinctive figure‑of‑eight course and vibrant race days. Located in Fontwell near Arundel, this venue blends tradition with modern hospitality, offering a range of seating and dining options, convenient parking, and easy access by road, rail, or bus. Whether you’re here for the National Spirit Hurdle, Ladies Day, or a themed race day, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help secure your seats and plan your visit.
Below you’ll find seating information, parking guidance, transport options, and trusted recommendations for nearby hotels and restaurants to complete your Fontwell experience.
Fontwell Park is operated under ARC and continues to host flagship events alongside seasonal race days. For a seamless visit, consider booking in advance, especially for hospitality like the Premier Lounge or Grandstand Boxes. If you’re traveling by train, bus, or helicopter (where arrangements are made), we’ve included practical tips to help you get there with minimal hassle. Need help finding the right ticket or package? Think of us as your friend in the know—we’ve got you covered.
Remember: venues and services can change; always verify current availability, access rules, and any entry requirements before you travel. If you’re planning a multi‑day visit for a festival or major meeting, treat each race day as a standalone event and secure your seats early.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Location and venue type: Fontwell Park Racecourse, Arundel Road, Fontwell, Arundel, BN18 0SY, United Kingdom; a jumps racecourse (National Hunt) with a distinctive figure‑of‑eight course.
- Capacity for events: Premier Lounge capacity up to 500 guests; overall meeting space can accommodate hundreds (varies by room).
- Parking and directions: Main car park is free on racedays; trackside/centre course parking available (advance £7, on the day £10; different rates for major fixtures); What3Words tickets.snowmen.self for car park entrance.
- Transit options: Nearest railway Barnham (about 2 miles); Stagecoach 500 bus between Chichester and Littlehampton; race day shuttle from Barnham; helicopters permitted by prior arrangement; Goodwood airfield nearby for light aircraft.
- Seating/chart and viewing: Racecourse map available; multiple grandstands and hospitality boxes including Premier Grandstand and Grandstand Boxes; private boxes and Premier Lounge as part of hospitality offerings.
- Nearby hotels: Fontwell site lists local hotels including a Travelodge at the racecourse entrance; multiple options in Arundel, Chichester, Bognor Regis and surrounding towns.
- Notable events hosted: National Spirit Hurdle (Grade 2) and various themed race days (e.g., Ladies Day, St Patrick’s Day Raceday, Easter Raceday).
- Renamed/demolished: No demolitions or renaming found; still operating as Fontwell Park Racecourse under ARC.