The Shropshire hills beyond the rails at Ludlow racecourse
Plan Your Day

Two miles from town. A world of its own.

The Old Field sits between Bromfield and Stanton Lacy, just off the A49 — walkable from Ludlow Castle, five minutes from the station shuttle, with free parking when you arrive.

Address

Ludlow Racecourse
Bromfield, Ludlow
Shropshire SY8 2BT

Contact

General Manager & Clerk of the Course: Simon Sherwood
Hospitality: Diane Thomas · 01584 856221

By Road

Off the A49 between Hereford and Shrewsbury, two miles north of Ludlow. Free parking on the course — helicopters by prior arrangement, honestly.

By Rail

Ludlow Station is on the Manchester–Cardiff line. Our free raceday shuttle makes three runs before the first race, returning half an hour after the last.

On Foot

Follow the waymarked country walk from Castle Square through Bromfield — about two miles of proper Shropshire before the roar of the ring.

Accessibility

Blue Badge parking by the main entrance (request ahead), accessible viewing by the winning line, lifts to hospitality floors, and a free companion ticket arranged in advance. Assistance dogs welcome with 48 hours' notice.

Good To Know

  • Gates open 2 hours before the first race
  • No dress code — dress for the weather
  • Digital tickets scanned from your phone
  • No ATM — cash from the Racecourse Office
  • Dogs can't come racing, sorry
  • First time? Read our raceday guide

Make a Weekend Of It

The Clive Arms is half a mile away, Fishmore Hall a little further — and Ludlow itself, castle, river and all, is one of England's great food towns.

Follow The Course

Going reports, entries and offers:
Facebook · @LudlowRaceClubLtd
Instagram · @ludlowracecourse

Quick Answers

Getting here, answered.

Where is Ludlow Racecourse?

The course is on the Old Field at Bromfield, Ludlow, Shropshire SY8 2BT — off the A49 between Hereford and Shrewsbury, two miles north of Ludlow town.

Is parking free at Ludlow Racecourse?

Yes. Parking on the course is free and there is no need to book. Blue Badge parking by the main entrance can be requested in advance.

How do I get to Ludlow Racecourse by train?

Ludlow Station is on the Manchester–Cardiff line. Our free raceday shuttle bus makes three runs from the station before the first race and returns half an hour after the last.

Is Ludlow Racecourse accessible for wheelchair users?

Yes — there is Blue Badge parking by the main entrance (please request it ahead), accessible viewing by the winning line, lift access to the hospitality floors, and a free companion ticket arranged in advance. Assistance dogs are welcome with 48 hours’ notice.

Can I walk to the racecourse from Ludlow town?

You can. A waymarked country walk runs from Castle Square through Bromfield to the course — about two miles.

"Often referred to as 'Lovely Ludlow' — and once you've stood at the last as they rise to meet it, you'll know why."