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Easter Monday Family Fun Day 2026

Monday 6th April 2026

Key Information:
GATES OPEN

12:00 tbc

FIRST RACE

14:00 tbc

LAST RACE

17:00 tbc

RACE TYPE

Jumps

RACES

6 to 8

GOING
TBA

🐣 Easter Family Fun Raceday

Monday 6 April 2026 | Hereford Racecourse
A Bank Holiday with a Difference

Make this Easter Monday one to remember at Hereford Racecourse with our NEW Easter Family Fun Raceday. Combining the thrill of live jump racing with a full day of family entertainment, this Bank Holiday fixture promises excitement, laughter, and unforgettable moments for all ages.

Whether you’re a racing regular or planning your first visit, this is the perfect way to enjoy the spring holiday together 🌸

🏇 Jump Racing & Bank Holiday Buzz

Enjoy a competitive afternoon of six to eight thrilling jump races, where the atmosphere builds from the parade ring to the finishing straight. Feel the excitement as horses thunder past and soak up the unique buzz that only a Bank Holiday raceday can bring.

But this day is about more than just racing — it’s a festival of Easter fun designed especially for families 🎉

🎈 What’s On – Easter Family Entertainment

Between races, the racecourse will be buzzing with Easter-themed entertainment and activities, giving children plenty to enjoy throughout the day:

  • 🏰 Inflatables – high-energy fun and plenty of bouncing
  • 🚗 Mini Landers – always a hit with younger racegoers
  • 🦆 Meirion Owen and The Quack Pack – interactive entertainment packed with laughs
  • 🦅 Hawkeye Falconry – get up close to impressive birds of prey
  • 🎨 Face Painting – colourful designs and Easter-inspired creations
  • 🥚 Easter Egg Hunting – a seasonal favourite for little explorers

With activities taking place throughout the afternoon, there’s always something happening between races.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 A Brilliant Day Out for Families

Our Easter Family Fun Raceday is designed with families in mind. There’s space to explore, entertainment around every corner, and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere that makes it easy to enjoy the day at your own pace.

Best of all, children aged 17 and under go FREE when accompanied by a paying adult, making this one of the best-value family days out in Herefordshire this spring 💚

🍔 Food, Drink & Hospitality

No raceday is complete without great food and drink. From quick bites and family favourites to warming meals, our food outlets and bars will be open throughout the day.

Looking to make your Easter celebration extra special? Upgrade to hospitality in the Snaffles Restaurant and enjoy:

  • 🍽️ A delicious three-course meal
  • 💺 Reserved seating with excellent views of the track
  • 🏇 A racecard and attentive table service

It’s the perfect way to enjoy the racing in comfort while treating yourself to something special.

🕰️ Plan Your Easter Monday

With gates opening late morning, there’s plenty of time to arrive, explore the racecourse, enjoy the entertainment, and settle in for a full afternoon of racing and family fun.

🎟️ Book Early & Save

Tickets are best booked in advance to secure Early Bird prices. Plus, all tickets booked directly through our website or by phone are free of booking fees.

For thrilling racing, family fun, and Bank Holiday cheer, there’s nowhere better than Hereford Racecourse on Monday 6 April 2026.

🐣 Book your tickets now and enjoy an Easter Family Fun Raceday to remember!

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Our hospitality & restaurant packages are available through the website of our official partner Seat Unique.

Family of 4 Bundle - Beer, Wine & Ice creams *

Make this Easter Monday one to remember with the ultimate value-packed family day out

Enjoy a thrilling Easter Monday afternoon of live racing alongside plenty of children’s entertainment, offering something for all ages. A brilliant-value Easter Monday experience filled with racing, entertainment and quality time together - all for under £50

Enter quantity 1, to receive 2 adult admission, 2 child admission, 2 drinks, 2 ice creams & 2 raceday programmes

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£49.00
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£0

Admission - Early Bird

Book ahead on our Early Bird rates - the best value available!

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£18.50
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£0

Admission - Early Bird GROUP (10+)

Discounted admission for groups of 10+, with access as outlined above.

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£15.50
Minimum: 10
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£0

a Day at the Races *

LIMITED AVAILABILITY


Make the most of a Day at the Races with a refreshing pint of Carlsberg or soft drink, a delicious, freshly baked hot pie, and your raceday programme. Take in all the racing action from prime viewing spots with access to the Grandstand, bars, food outlets, and key areas — everything you need for a winning day out.

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£24.50
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£0

Racecard Message

Celebrate in style by crafting an exclusive message for the racecard! Your personalised greeting for any special occassion will be featured in the racecard and announced during the event for all to see and hear!

Your personalised message (up to 20 words) should be submitted at least seven days before the event, by responding to your confirmation email or sending it to info@hereford-racecourse.co.uk. There are a limited number of allocated spaces within the racecard, so be quick to secure yours!

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£60.00
Maximum: 1
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£0

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