Friday 3rd October 2025
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Celebrate the golden era of style, music, and horse racing at Fontwell Races this Autumn. Our ever-popular Retro Race Day returns to the beautiful grounds of Fontwell Park Racecourse in West Sussex, combining an unforgettable atmosphere with the thrill of National Hunt racing. Gather your friends, family, or colleagues and enjoy a nostalgic day at the races, packed with live entertainment and exciting jump racing action.
Retro Race Day is all about celebrating timeless classics and creating new memories. Alongside a thrilling day at the races, you’ll discover retro-inspired fun across the course, including:
🚘 A Retro Classic Car Display showcasing vintage vehicles
🎶 Live music throughout the day with hits from past decades
🎭 Nostalgic entertainment and more surprises still to be announced!
It’s the perfect blend of racing, music, and retro charm – making this one of our standout National Hunt racing fixtures of the season.
Looking for exciting things to do this Autumn? There’s nothing quite like the buzz of horse racing in October. Wrap up warm, embrace the crisp Autumn air, and experience the thrill of jump racing on the UK’s only figure-of-eight jumps track.
Retro Race Day takes place during our busy horse racing October 2025 calendar, making it a fantastic opportunity to enjoy competitive National Hunt action in a unique and welcoming setting.
Whether you’re a lifelong racing enthusiast or a first-time visitor, Fontwell Park offers something for everyone. From thrilling National Hunt racing and cheering on your favourites from the stands, to enjoying delicious food and drink with friends, Retro Race Day is a truly memorable experience.
Tickets for our Retro Raceday are available to book online now. Take advantage of Early Bird pricing when you purchase in advance, or enjoy great savings with group bookings of 10+ tickets.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of one of Fontwell’s most popular October horse racing fixtures – a day at the races where nostalgia meets top-class jump racing.
Children 17 and under go free* to the races when accompanied by an adult (*exclusions may apply). Children do not require a ticket in advance and a free ticket will be issued on the day.
Concessions discounts are only available on the day.
All bookings directly through our website and over the phone with our customer service team do not incur a fulfilment fee – the price you see, is the price you pay! Bookings through our official hospitality partner Seat Unique have a fulfilment / booking fee applied. All bookings are made in accordance with our terms and conditions of entry.
Access: Grandstand, pre-parade ring, parade ring, all grandstand public bars, all grandstand public eateries and all grandstand public betting outlets
Details: Enables you to watch all of the racing action and any live entertainment
Advance discounted admission for groups of 10 or more tickets, with access as outlined above.
GREAT VALUE
Access: Enjoy full access to the Grandstand, including the pre-parade and parade rings, all public bars, eateries, and betting outlets
Details: Soak up the thrill of the races and any live entertainment throughout the day
Dining: Savour a delicious meal with your choice of a pork or beef bap, or a vegan kebab wrap, paired with a drink – select from a can of beer, wine, or a bottled soft drink
Meal collection from The Bake House. Limited availability – book now !
EXCLUSIVE BALCONY VIEWS
Access: Hospitality suite overlooking the action, all public bars, all public eateries and all public betting outlets
Details: Includes admission, raceday programme, access to the balcony for close-up views of the racing action, and entry to any live entertainment on the day
Dining: One beer, house wine or soft drink included
Want to add a touch of hospitality to your day? Call 01342 831 792
Get closer to the racing action and park in the Centre Course. Standard parking is free of charge and does not need to be pre-booked.
Price is per car.
Each person must have a valid ticket (not included).
Entrance is at Denmans Lane (A27).
Celebrate in style by crafting an exclusive message for the racecard! Your personalised greeting for any special occassion will be featured in the racecard and announced during the event for all to see and hear!
Your personalised message (up to 20 words) should be submitted at least seven days before the event, by responding to your confirmation email or sending it to info@fontwellpark.co.uk. There are a limited number of allocated spaces within the racecard, so be quick to secure yours!
LIMITED AVAILABILITY
Access: Grandstand, pre-parade ring, parade ring, all grandstand public bars, all grandstand public eateries and all grandstand public betting outlets
Details: Includes your raceday programme and enables you to watch all of racing action and any live entertainment
Dining: Enjoy one pint of beer, glass of wine or a soft drink along with a tasty traditional pie
GREAT VALUE
Access: Enjoy full access to the enclosures, including the pre-parade and parade rings, as well as all public bars, eateries, and betting outlets
Details: Catch every moment of the racing action up close and live entertainment throughout the day
Dining:Indulge in a tasty beef or veggie burger with fries, complemented by your choice of a drink – a can of beer, wine, or a bottled soft drink
Meal collection from The Premier Café. Limited availability – secure your offer today !
