FAQs

Neal Blackburn is the official photographer. https://www.chasdog.com/f111897035

Ian Tolputt is the hunt photographer who normally posts his photos here: https://iantolputtcountrysidegallery.zenfolio.com/recent.html

Unfortunately you do not.  You must buy your entry tickets seperately.

Anyone under the age of 16 is granted complimentary entry.

Typically, we hold just the one meeting at the end of January.

Sadly, with the course being on well drained Cotswold brash, we’re unable to hold the racing later in the year when the sun tends to shine more, because the ground would be so hard, we would have no runners! Given we’re fairly snookered by the date, the family tent is a must, hence it being so large!

No you don't, however there will be quite a queue for tickets on the gate which will also be 50% more expensive if bought on the day, so we highly recommend advance bookings.

The gates open from 7.30am for the trade stands, and 9.30am for the public

At the moment, the first pony race is scheduled for around 10.30am.  Horses begin at 12.00pm, however depending on the number of entries, this may be brought forward.

The last race is currently scheduled for 3.30pm

Access will be available from 0730hrs.  A tractor will also be on standby in case it is needed.

Of course. We love dogs, but do please ensure you keep them on a lead.

There is so much going on at Cocklebarrow, it is likely that "the show will go on". 

There will be plenty of people selling these at the entrace to the racecourse.

YES!!  Everywhere you are likely to be should have WiFi coverage courtesy of Wurzel, suppliers of high speed broadband in hard to reach rural areas.

There is no cash machine at Cocklebarrow, however in certain places, we do accept chip and PIN payment.

If racing is cancelled due to adverse weather conditions, the day is likely to resume as normal and the racing postponed to another date.  All other activities will be totally unaffected (Retail heaven, Family Tent, Childrens Entertaiment, Music, Tough Farmer, Dog Racing, Hound Display......... 

If you don't want to come along without racing and cannot make the postponed date, drop us an email and we will look to refund you your eTicket.

Yes.  Ian Tolputt is our official photograper.  This is his official website where photographs can be ordered:  https://iantolputtcountrysidegallery.zenfolio.com/

Amateur photography is permitted, however please refrain from using flash photography, which can distract horses or jockeys.

Absolutely!!  We have a massive heated family tent specifically for you to relax in and enjoy your picnic.

No. If the conditions are unfavourable, there will be plenty of people around to help push or pull you out in the unlikely event you get stuck. Of course, if you have a 4x4, there’s no harm in bringing it!