Entrance
In line with RCA (Racecourse Association) Personal Assistants will receive free admission to the racecourse when accompanying a paying guest with accessible needs. This complimentary ticket can be claimed on the day of racing or in advance by emailing [email protected] with your order number. To be eligible, the paying guest must be in receipt of one of the following and show proof upon entry;
- Disability Living Allowance (DLA)
- Attendance Allowance (AA)
- Personal Independence Payment (PIP)
- Armed Forces Independence Payment (AFIP)
- Be registered blind
To prove the eligibility we require to see a copy of the awarding letter from DWP or statement confirming receipt of the allowance and photo ID which matches the details of the recipient on the letter/statement. Alternatively, if you are a Registered Blind Person then a photocopy of certification and matching photo ID is required. A blue badge is no longer accepted as evidence of eligibility.
Car Parking
There are 10 favourably located accessible car parking spaces (on grass) in Car Park 2.
However, if using another car park please advise the car parking attendants if you require an accessible space and they will aim to park you as conveniently as possible.
Race Viewing
There is a viewing ramp (uncovered) for wheelchair users, in each of the three enclosures. Wheelchair users in both Bibury and Grandstand & Paddock Enclosures can also access the top of the Wiltshire Stand (cream coloured building opposite the weighing room) via the lift inside.
Please see the security staff at the entrance to the Wiltshire Stand for assistance. We do not have any wheelchairs available to use at the racecourse.
If you require further information and advice about accessibility please email [email protected]
Other Areas
Toilets
There are accessible toilet facilities located in each of the three enclosures.
Bibury Enclosure
Ground floor of Bibury Suite in the main foyer by the ladies toilets; and, first floor of the Bibury Suite in the foyer next to the restaurant entrance.
Grandstand & Paddock Enclosure
Toilet block just beyond bookmakers area; and by the Paddock Bar.
Sarum Enclosure
In the brick building near the Sarum Stand.
Owners & Trainers
On ground floor of the Wiltshire Stand.
Betting with the tote
There are some lower tote betting windows to be found around the course.