We have recently partnered with Nimbus Disability, operators of the Access Card scheme, making it possible for those requiring essential companion admission to book easily in advance.

Designed to streamline the process of communicating your access needs, the Access Card translates your disability or impairment into easy-to-understand symbols, effectively highlighting the barriers you face and serves as recognised proof of your requirements.

There are over 3 million Access card holders across the UK, and over 2,500 venues and service providers recognise and use the Access Card system.

If you are new to Access Card and you would like to apply for one purely for use at Redcar Racecourse,  then this is a FREE service.

Register for your FREE Redcar Racecourse Digital Access Card , providing details of your access requirements. 

If you would prefer a physical Access Card that will be recognised by all of the registered venues across the country, then the cost is just £15.00 for 3 years.

The physical card acts as a photo ID and additional to translating your needs into symbols, the Access Card serves as recognised proof of your requirements, eliminating the need for repeated explanations at different venues.

How to book your complimentary companion ticket

Step 1 - Register for your FREE Redcar Racecourse Digital Access Card , providing details of your access requirements. 

Step 2 - Once you have received your Digital Access Card registration confirmation you can simply call us on 01642 484 068 and let us know your Access Card ID number when you book your tickets in advance and we'll add a complimentary companion ticket to your order.  

Step 3 - If you have already purchased your ticket and need to add a companion ticket simply call us on 01642 484 068 or email Info@redcarracing.co.uk with your order number and your Access Card ID number and we'll add a complimentary ticket to your order.

Step 4 - Alternatively, if you don't wish to book in advance you can simply bring your Access Card / Digital Access Card email confirmation with you on the day and show it at the entry when you arrive to receive your free companion admission.

Register for your FREE Redcar Racecourse Digital Access Card , providing details of your access requirements. 

Find out more about the Access Card Scheme

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For full details and maps of how to reach us please see the "Find Us" section on the website.  

Redcar Racecourse is in the centre of Redcar and is readily accessible by road with links via the A1, A66, A19 and A174 Parkway.

Once on the outskirts of Redcar follow the yellow directional signage to the most appropriate car park. 

Grandstand Enclosure

• via Main Entrance off Redcar Lane - Satnav postcode TS10 2FD
• via Course Enclosure - access for pre-paid tickets & Season Ticket holders
• no access via Lumley Road. Exit only after 6th race.

Course Enclosure

• via West Dyke Road - Satnav postcode TS10 1HT
• no access via Grandstand Enclosure

Parking:

We have free public car parking and reserved Blue Badge parking in both enclosures.

Please remember to leave plenty of time when planning your journey as the routes around the racecourse can become very busy in the lead up to gates opening and the first race.  It is always better to come early and have time to enjoy the atmosphere of a day at the races than be stuck in the traffic missing the first race!

The on-site car park surface is tarmac or grass, and are all at ground level.

There is a drop off point for both enclosures directly opposite the main big red admission gates.

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Many of the buildings at Redcar Racecourse date back to the 1960s and some areas of which were designed and built without considering the needs of visitors with accessibility needs.

Redcar Racecourse is easily accessible and provides facilities for wheelchair users in all areas, as well as a very clear and well utilised public-address system. 

We have a number of bars and catering outlets located on the ground floor, and those that are not on the ground floor have access via passenger lifts.

There is also a CCTV production showing the racing on an external big screen and TV screens situated in both enclosures. 

A portable hearing loop system is available on request.

	Grandstand Enclosure	Course Enclosure
Blue Badge Parking
Entrance Accessible for Wheelchair Users
Accessible Toilet
Lift Accessible to Wheelchair Users
Refreshment Areas Accessible to Wheelchair Users
Racecard / Entry Points Accessible to Wheelchairs Users
Designated Assessible Viewing Areas
Guide Dogs, Hearing Dogs and Service Dogs Welcome
Personal Assistant / Companion Scheme
First Aid
Baby Changing

In the Grandstand Enclosure there is a great deal of tarmac and paths aiding movement around the racecourse.  There is more grass in the Course Enclosure and the key areas are accessible, however we would suggest that the Grandstand Enclosure is more accessible to wheelchair users.  In the Grandstand Enclosure there is an accessible viewing ramp alongside the track, just past the finishing post.  There is also an accessible viewing ramp alongside the Parade Ring, located at the Pre-Parade Ring end and overlooking the Parade Ring and horsewalk to / from the track.

There is plenty of free packing on site.  For those coming racing in the Grandstand Enclosure car parking can be reserved in the forward trackside Grandstand parking area. This option is available to book via the individual raceday, subject to availability - FIXTURES

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Redcar Racecourse participate in the Sunflower Lanyard Scheme, a nationwide initiative for those with accessibility needs that may not be visible. A sunflower lanyard discretely signals to staff that the person wearing the lanyard may need additional support or a little more time when attending racedays. 

We do offer a familiarisation visit on a non-racing day to personal assistant / companions organising a day racing at Redcar for the first time.  Please contact us in advance if you would like to organise a visit - 01642 484 068.

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Our aim is to make Redcar Racecourse accessible to all but don't take our word for it:

Just a quick note to say on behalf of the group that came to the race meeting on Monday a big thankyou. The people with disabilities really enjoyed the experience, and the staff said how helpful the racecourse staff were in welcoming them, pointing them in the right direction and assisting  etc.  Many thanks also for your help in arranging the visit.

Richard Smith, Co-ordinator, Community Inclusion Service, Middlesbrough Borough Council

Click on the Enclosure Plan image beneath to view a larger version.

The eligibility criteria for complimentary personal assistant admission are regularly reviewed and the racecourse reserves the right to update them from time to time. Currently, those who receive one of the following benefits are eligible to apply for a free personal assistant ticket via the Access Card Scheme:

• Disability Living Allowance (DLA)
• Attendance Allowance (AA)
• Personal Independence Payment (PIP)
• Armed Forces Independence Payment (AFIP)

Additionally, people who are Registered Blind are also eligible.

Please note that, in all cases, the racecourse reserves the right to nevertheless decline to accept an application or to request additional supporting documentation if, in the racecourse's view and discretion, there is reasonable doubt that the applicant would be at a substantial disadvantage in attending without a personal assistant given the accessible facilities and services available at the racecourse.

Required Supporting Documentation
When applying for your complimentary personal assistant ticket the following supporting documentation will be required in respect of one of the benefits referred to above:

• A copy of the awarding letter from DWP or statement confirming receipt of the allowance;
• Photo ID which matches the details of the recipient of the above.

Alternatively, if you are a Registered Blind Person then a photocopy of certification and matching photo ID is required.
 

Please note that a Blue Badge is not accepted as evidence of eligibility.

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