Accessibility at Beverley Racecourse

At Beverley Racecourse we are committed to providing all customers with the opportunity to enjoy a wonderful experience on the Westwood with each visit.  Our staff are always on hand to help, and you can choose from the options at the top of this page to see how we cater for groups with specific accessibility requirements. We have an ongoing programme of improvements to our accessibility provision so you are likely to see this information changing throughout the season.

If you feel we’ve overlooked any specific needs, require further information, or would like us to help plan your visit, please don’t hesitate to contact our Access Officer Fiona Witty – fiona@beverley-racecourse.co.uk or by phone on 01482 867488.

Access Card Scheme

Beverley Racecourse have partnered with Nimbus Disability, operators of the Access Card Scheme, making it possible for those customers that require an Accessibility & Essential companion ticket to book easily in advance.

Something to note before booking: If you require a companion to visit the racecourse with you, they’ll be admitted for free; book in advance online or by phone. T&Cs regarding Essential companion tickets are available here.

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.

If you don’t have an Access Card, you can apply for a Free Digital Access Pass to use with Beverley Racecourse.
The Digital Access Pass works in the same way as the Access Card, by allocating symbols onto an Access Profile, to represent the barriers that you face. Once completed, you will receive an ID number which is valid for 3 years and can be used with Beverley Racecourse when booking accessible tickets and facilities.

Apply Now for your Free Beverley Racecourse Digital Access Pass

If you would prefer a physical Access Card that will be recognised by thousands of events and venues around the UK, you can choose to upgrade to the Access Card when applying. This is just £15.00 for 3 years.
The physical card acts as a photo ID and in addition 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.

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Reduced Mobility

We are wheelchair friendly throughout most areas of the course, with Accessible viewing stands overlooking the track and parade ring, and reduced mobility car parking close to the racecourse.

On Arrival
We have ample free car-parking on the Westwood opposite the course. There is a designated Accessible car park located at the front of the main car park, with stewards on-hand to assist with parking and directions. A blue badge is required to gain access to this area. Cross the road to gain access to the course.

Premier Enclosure
There are no steps at the Premier Enclosure entrance.

There is a passenger lift available up to the first and second floors, which provides access into the Attraction Restaurant.

There are Accessible toilets on the ground and second floors of this stand.

There is a step-free tarmac path up to the Terrace and 1690 Bars.

Grandstand & Paddock Enclosure
Reduced mobility entry into this enclosure is via the metal gates near the Parade Ring (the end of the course furthest from Beverley). If you haven’t yet purchased a ticket you can do so at the Raceday Office, just on your right.

There are step free entrances into Rapid Lad Bar, the Touch Above Bar and the Minster Bar. We apologise that there is currently no lift to access Cleverly’s Bistro or the second floor of the Grandstand.

The Paddock Bar on the first floor of the Weighing Room has lift access up to it and ramps around the building. Access to a fantastic viewing balcony is available.

There is a tarmac path to the Parade Ring.

A specially reserved viewing platform is provided against the running rail at the bottom of the Parade Ring.

Picnic Enclosure
This enclosure is primarily on grass. You can take a cars into the Picnic Enclosure to enjoy a picnic and have your car close to the racing action. The disabled car park is located at the end of the car park closest to the bar and amenities; please ask a steward to direct you and have your blue badge on display.

There is a Accessible toilet at the end of the Hurn Bar, the Picnic Enclosure’s only building.

Owners & Trainers
The Owners and Trainers Building is on Ground level and the Reception Desk for PASS entry is at ground level with a step free entrance to the course. Parking is available in our O&T Car park with selected bays available.

Chair Hire

Selected chair hire is available in our G&P and Premier Enclosures. Please contact the racecourse office in advance of your attendance to reserve. We have limited availability so it is offered on a first come first serve basis.

Wheelchair Loan

We have a wheelchair available for loan; please contact the office on 01482 867488 if you would like to reserve it for a meeting. You will need to leave a £10 deposit.

Accessible Toilets

Accessible toilets are available in all enclosures and are all fitted with RADAR locks on them.

The National Key Scheme, sometimes known as the RADAR Scheme, aims to provide disabled key holders with independent access to the toilets provided for them and increase the likelihood of the facilities being in a usable state.

All our accessible toilets have a sign on them indicating they are RADAR accessible only and you can access a spare radar key from the bar, should you not carry your own.

 

Hearing Impairments

Our entire raceday experience can be enjoyed by anyone with hearing impairments; in 2018 we became the first racecourse to partner with the British Deaf Association to create a trial ‘deaf-friendly raceday’. We have since developed a number of measures to accommodate our hearing impaired visitors.

Booking
You can book online here; if you have any questions you can email us and we’ll be happy to help

Friendly Bars and Betting Points
Some of our bars and betting points now feature staff with extra training, some BSL skills, and are equipped with pens and paper for easy communication. We will update further details of these in due course.

Visiting With Young Children

We know visiting with young children can be demanding, so we have a few measures in place to help make your day easier.

Children’s Meals
We’ve organised child size portions at some of our catering units so feeding them needn’t break the bank; in the Course Enclosure you can get a children’s portion of sausage and chips or chicken nuggets and chips for £3.50, and a portion of chips for £2. In the Grandstand & Paddock Enclosure for £4 you can enjoy chips with a choice of sausage, fishcake, fish fingers or a chicken strip from the Cod Bless This Plaice shop in the Touch Above Bar.

Baby Changing and Feeding
Baby changing is available in all three enclosures, located in the disabled bathrooms. Please ask staff on the nearest bar for the key.

There are bottle warming stations located in the Minster Bar and the Hurn Bar; these are our quieter bars, which mean our staff have more time to help you. Breast-feeding mothers needing a private space to nurse can do so in our offices on the second floor of the Paddock building.