About
A Cheltenham institution: seven-race card on 1 January 2027 to open the new year, including two Grade 2 contests and a full undercard of chases and hurdles. The 'Big Day Out' brings a big, cheerful, still-festive crowd — the last of the New Year atmosphere combined with high-quality National Hunt racing.
Advance tickets from £13.50. Family-friendly facilities, Guinness Village, live music between races. Under-18s free with a paying adult. Advance parking recommended — the Racecourse tram runs a service from Cheltenham Spa station.
In Cheltenham
An elegant Regency town at the western foot of the Cotswolds, home to four major festivals and the Gold Cup race meeting.
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