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Newbury's big race days from Andover
Andover to Newbury's big race days: collected at home, set down at the gates. Clear-road time from Andover: 39 minutes for the 17.5 miles. In 2027 it runs 14–15 May 2027. Gates typically open two hours before the first race; car parks open 30 minutes before the gates. Outside food and drink is not permitted apart from one sealed 500ml bottle of water. Rail reached Andover station in 1859. 89, 91 & 93 High Street in Andover is Grade II* listed. Star and Garter Hotel in Andover is Grade II* listed.
How the day runs
In Andover, the chauffeur arrives early and waits outside. Set-down at Newbury Racecourse is where the organisers direct private cars. The chauffeur waits close by rather than leaving and coming back. The return to Andover is 17.5 miles, 39 minutes plus the exit queue. The car sets out from Oxford, 44.2 miles from Andover.
- Andover to Newbury Racecourse39 min, 17.5 miles, in clear traffic
- Newbury Racecourse to Andover39 min, 17.5 miles, in clear traffic
Times are for clear roads. Allow longer on event days and at peak hours.
Worth knowing
Gates typically open two hours before the first race; car parks open 30 minutes before the gates.
Source: newburyracecourse.co.ukOutside food and drink is not permitted apart from one sealed 500ml bottle of water.
Source: newburyracecourse.co.ukAndover station opened in 1859.
Source: wikidata.org89, 91 & 93 High Street, in central Andover, carries a Grade II* listing.
Source: historicengland.org.ukStar and Garter Hotel, in central Andover, carries a Grade II* listing.
Source: historicengland.org.ukNo strict dress code; the racecourse wants racegoers to feel comfortable and offers dress recommendations. No dress code for Members or under-12s.
Source: newburyracecourse.co.ukBy road, the closest National Rail station is Newbury (NBY), about 8 minutes' drive.
Source: wikidata.orgLondon Oxford Airport is about 56 minutes away by road (35.9 miles).
Source: wikidata.org
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Questions
What drive time should we allow from Andover for Newbury's big race days?
39 minutes and 17.5 miles in clear traffic via the A3057 and A343; allow more on the day.
Is there a dress code at Newbury's big race days?
No strict dress code; the racecourse wants racegoers to feel comfortable and offers dress recommendations. No dress code for Members or under-12s.
Where does the car come from?
Oxford, 44.2 miles from Andover; it is in place before your collection time.
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