Wolverhampton Racecourse
Wolverhampton Racecourse
Wolverhampton Racecourse
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Blackthorn B
Wolverhampton, UK23 contributions
Nov 2022 • Family
We booked the keep warm package £25 with a drink and pork bap or vegetarian equivalent. The Pilsner on tap tasted like pipe cleaning fluid but at least I didn't have to pay for it, the pork bap was fantastic I could have eaten several it was so nice.
The drinks were priced about what you'd expect, the cider was good as were the soft drinks. Being in the keep warm package meant we weren't subject to the long queues we saw from the balcony and had quick and easy access to the toilets.
All the staff were friendly and helpful, the fireworks themselves were amazing, we had a fantastic night last night worth every penny.
The only 2 negatives were the Pilsner I already mentioned and no quick access to the ground area we were told we'd have to go down and round.
We left the car at home, given the amount of people walking on the roads and queues for cars leaving it was a good job.
(Kinda missed the bonfire they used to have at West Park)
The drinks were priced about what you'd expect, the cider was good as were the soft drinks. Being in the keep warm package meant we weren't subject to the long queues we saw from the balcony and had quick and easy access to the toilets.
All the staff were friendly and helpful, the fireworks themselves were amazing, we had a fantastic night last night worth every penny.
The only 2 negatives were the Pilsner I already mentioned and no quick access to the ground area we were told we'd have to go down and round.
We left the car at home, given the amount of people walking on the roads and queues for cars leaving it was a good job.
(Kinda missed the bonfire they used to have at West Park)
Written November 6, 2022
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Karen H
Wigan, UK26 contributions
Sep 2022
Went to the races on Saturday night, Madness were playing and there was a huge crowd.
The atmosphere was amazing.
The venue was so well organised from, getting food, drinks and going to 'spend a penny'. The toilets were spotless which is a fantastic achievement at this type of venue.
Thank you Wolverphampton races, a lot of other racecourses could learn from you.
The atmosphere was amazing.
The venue was so well organised from, getting food, drinks and going to 'spend a penny'. The toilets were spotless which is a fantastic achievement at this type of venue.
Thank you Wolverphampton races, a lot of other racecourses could learn from you.
Written September 5, 2022
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joannef15
Birmingham, UK87 contributions
Dec 2021 • Couples
We have been visiting this race course for a few years ( when allowed # covid ) with friends for a Christmas night out. We book a meal / disco and nights stay. This year we arrived checked in and weren’t told that despite our room and the restaurant being on the 3rd floor that the lift wasn’t working.
We were seated in the restaurant and the tables were very close together and was a pain when ever anyone needed to get up the people on the next table also needed to move to allow us to get out. The bar in the restaurant needed more stock didn’t have any lime ran out of bottles of lager, the poor waiting staff didn’t seem to have had much training. The only really good thing was the food it was delicious. The disco was good but we decided to pop down to the bar area in the hotel which also seemed to be lacking in stock no Bacardi no Baileys.I get were going through a pandemic but they should have the bar basics. The breakfast was good as usual. It’s always a good night but just a few niggles this time.
We were seated in the restaurant and the tables were very close together and was a pain when ever anyone needed to get up the people on the next table also needed to move to allow us to get out. The bar in the restaurant needed more stock didn’t have any lime ran out of bottles of lager, the poor waiting staff didn’t seem to have had much training. The only really good thing was the food it was delicious. The disco was good but we decided to pop down to the bar area in the hotel which also seemed to be lacking in stock no Bacardi no Baileys.I get were going through a pandemic but they should have the bar basics. The breakfast was good as usual. It’s always a good night but just a few niggles this time.
Written December 19, 2021
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Thank you for your review.
I am sorry to read the lift not working at the time hindered your experience with us. I am pleased however, to let you know the lift has been fixed. Unfortunately this was an issue that was simply out of our control.
I am sorry you had a poor experience with our Horizons team, I have passed on your feedback to our catering manager.
Unfortunately we no longer stock Bacardi White Rum, but now stock Captain Morgan's White Rum.
I am pleased to read however our breakfast was good and you had a good food experience in Horizons.
I am sorry once again for the shortfalls you experienced during your stay, despite this, I hope we can welcome you again soon.
Sam Blount - Hotel Manager
Written February 11, 2022
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Karen S
Stafford, UK9 contributions
Dec 2022 • Friends
Awful Christmas party night. Started with the free glass of fizz by being told that they had run out 🤷🏻♀️ The food was just ok but the DJ was terrible, they had the football on big screens to kill the atmosphere and then left all the lights on for the remainder of the evening. £35 for a bottle of cheap Prosecco We left 2 hours before it finished, glad to get out of there and certainly not worth the £50 per head. Will never book again
Written December 11, 2022
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psteer
Prescot, UK367 contributions
Nov 2021 • Family
Just writing in to inform of some concerns we had over the standard of service at the Horizon restaurant 13/11/21. We booked a party of six, four adults and two children to celebrate a belated 40th birthday after Covid restrictions were relaxed. We suffered numerous issues on this occasion. Firstly the started arrived and the kids starters were missing. After we had already finished ours still no sign of the kids food. Asked repeatedly and were told they were on the way. We then asked for the manager who went to the kitchen himself and brought out the starters for them. They waited over 30 minutes which was not really acceptable. Main meals passed without issue. Then asked for deserts in which the adult deserts arrived but no signs of the kids deserts. Again and again we were told they would be coming but no sign. Again the manager went to the kitchen and brought them out around 30 minutes after we finished ours. We ordered a bottle of wine and prochecco for the meal which arrived 30 minutes after we finished and only arrived after another supervisor got involved and brought them personally with more apologies. We ordered a second bottle of wine and two pints of larger, never arrived for an hour after multiple complaints, to be told yours are the drinks we didn’t know which table they were for. Towards the end of racing we ordered more drinks but we never got them. We did check the bill at the end of the night and they hadn’t been added so paid what we owed.
This whole experience did ruin the birthday celebrations overall as we felt frustrated during the whole evening. We have been so many times previously and spoke so highly of previous experiences that we decided this would be were we wanted to celebrate. After travelling to race meeting up and down the country for last 20 years this has been the worst experience. I do feel the whole experience has made us think twice about trying this service again.
We have emailed in our concerns/complaint but have heard nothing back.
This whole experience did ruin the birthday celebrations overall as we felt frustrated during the whole evening. We have been so many times previously and spoke so highly of previous experiences that we decided this would be were we wanted to celebrate. After travelling to race meeting up and down the country for last 20 years this has been the worst experience. I do feel the whole experience has made us think twice about trying this service again.
We have emailed in our concerns/complaint but have heard nothing back.
Written November 19, 2021
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Dear Guest,
I am sorry to read of your poor experience in our Horizons restaurant. I ask you email your concerns to info@wolverhampton-racecourse.co.uk with your details and a member of the team will be in touch
Kind regards
Samuel
Written November 20, 2021
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Amy J
2 contributions
Nov 2021 • Friends
Unprofessional staff members, only a handful of staff were polite & did their job properly. The rest of them didn’t have a clue or were too busy flirting with the race goers! The man in the flat cap was miserable & rude. The food was an absolute disaster from starter to dessert! Missing items on each course so even though different people on the tables had ordered the same dish the food served was completely different. We had to ask numerous times for our food. The Food was cold, drinks were overpriced & warm! We were a party of 50 quests dining in the horizon restaurant we used to attend yearly before Covid & always enjoyed the evening but we have all said we will never return. So AVOID AVOID AVOID! Only gave 1 star as couldn’t leave 0/5
Written November 29, 2021
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Dear Guest,
It is extremely saddening and disappointing to read your visit was not a great one. We always strive to give the best experience at Wolverhampton Racecourse, and clearly we dropped the ball here.
I ask, if you could email some more details of your visit to info@wolverhampton-racecourse.co.uk and one of our team will be in touch with you.
Kind regards
Samuel Blount
Hotel Front of House Manager
Written November 30, 2021
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Martyn B
Market Rasen, UK364 contributions
Mar 2023
Using the Horizons Restaurant for our evenings racing and staying at the attached Holiday Inn (see separate review) we had an unbridled view of the track.
This all weather course is run with maximum efficiency.
The restaurant is equally well run and the food excellent. Bets on races can be collected at your table and drinks are delivered too you. ( Note to bar staff a one inch head on Guinness isn't a pint of Guinness)
A truly pleasant experience. Well run and very friendly.
This all weather course is run with maximum efficiency.
The restaurant is equally well run and the food excellent. Bets on races can be collected at your table and drinks are delivered too you. ( Note to bar staff a one inch head on Guinness isn't a pint of Guinness)
A truly pleasant experience. Well run and very friendly.
Written March 26, 2023
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Richard V
5 contributions
Aug 2022
Went for my Birthday night out .I was excited as i hadn't been to the races for a while.
Very Disappointed. For a race night experience very poor
Overpriced and in need of a makeover.
Cost £16 each to get in including a fulfilment fee !!
£9.50 for a small portion of Chicken Curry served in disposable plate
£5.50 for a dry overcooked sausage roll
Cheap branded beer served in plastic glasses
£6 a pint of Kingstone Press.
£3.50 for a Pepsi.
Not a cheap night out,
The whole place is in much need of a refurbishment. All areas are very tired , therefore not making for a good night out .
Will not be rushing back until this changes
Very Disappointed. For a race night experience very poor
Overpriced and in need of a makeover.
Cost £16 each to get in including a fulfilment fee !!
£9.50 for a small portion of Chicken Curry served in disposable plate
£5.50 for a dry overcooked sausage roll
Cheap branded beer served in plastic glasses
£6 a pint of Kingstone Press.
£3.50 for a Pepsi.
Not a cheap night out,
The whole place is in much need of a refurbishment. All areas are very tired , therefore not making for a good night out .
Will not be rushing back until this changes
Written August 17, 2022
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Andy P
3 contributions
Jul 2022 • Friends
Very expensive beer. One bar open. Queued for 25 mins for food (only place to eat) to be told they had run out of burger buns!!!!… hardly any choice apart from that. Ridiculously over priced. Made the effort to dress up a bit only to see men walking round in clothes like they had just come from working on a building site
Written July 30, 2022
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daltonblue
Dalton-in-Furness, UK380 contributions
Nov 2021 • Couples
We arrived at the racecourse just at a point it should have been opening. This was delayed due to an inspection so we decided to have a drink whilst waiting. I went for Bombardier but it wasn't available so shipyard it had to be. Well overpriced even for a racecourse.
The racing was given the go ahead and so the advanced tickets on my phone were shown to get access to the premier enclosure. Three machines later it actually worked.
Up to the premier enclosure and the first thing you noticed was how cold it was. Yes it was cold outside but the radiators weren't switched on and the little heaters didn't put out much heat.
The vast majority of people sat in a lounge all afternoon wearing coats, hats and scarves. This isn't ideal for the extra cost of premier tickets.
Who knows if we go again it will have to be the summer because we won't be putting up with that again.
The racing was given the go ahead and so the advanced tickets on my phone were shown to get access to the premier enclosure. Three machines later it actually worked.
Up to the premier enclosure and the first thing you noticed was how cold it was. Yes it was cold outside but the radiators weren't switched on and the little heaters didn't put out much heat.
The vast majority of people sat in a lounge all afternoon wearing coats, hats and scarves. This isn't ideal for the extra cost of premier tickets.
Who knows if we go again it will have to be the summer because we won't be putting up with that again.
Written December 1, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
I am sorry to read you were disappointed by your visit. As you may be aware the hospitality industry has been experiencing shortages of many kinds, and unfortunately the Bombardier was short on this occasion, we can only apologise for that.
I am sorry that you found the Premier Enclosure to be cold. We have experienced some issues with out heating and have temporarily rectified with this with electric heating, unfortunately this can not always be as effective. We are currently waiting for our engineers to be able to fix this issue.
I do hope you will consider visiting us again so you can experience our true level of hospitality.
Sam Blount - Hotel Front of House Manager
Written December 13, 2021
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jojoxxx2001
Wolverhampton, UK543 contributions
hi
if you hire a box during a meeting for a birthday (approx 14 people) do you pay per person for a package or do you pay for the box plus food and drink costs ? What is the approx costs ..thanks
Hello,
A hospitality box at Wolverhampton Racecourse costs £82.50 per person +VAT, and it includes four-course choice meal, admission, racecard, fully waitressed service, TV screen in private box and access to a shared balcony.
Drinks are not included in the price but can be purchased on the day. Alternatively, you can purchase a silver or gold drinks package which includes unlimited drinks from arrival to the start of the last race. Our silver package includes beer, wine & soft drinks and costs £41.66pp +vat, and our gold package includes beer, wine, house spirits & soft drinks for £49.99pp +vat.
We hope to see you at Wolverhampton Racecourse very soon. If you would like more information, to check availability or to book, please call 01902 390 009 and we'll be more than happy to help.
Travelbrowny
11 contributions
Coming to an evening meeting- not sure what to wear. Think we will be going in the restaurant. Smart casual?
Hello,
Restaurants operate a smart casual dress code, jeans are allowed as long as they are not ripped.
Hope you have a lovely time!
Are there concessions for over 65s
Yes we do offer a small concession.
Is there free WiFi on course
Yes we have free WiFi available onsite
is there food stands/stall available tomorrow (busted) or is their only food in the restaurants? thank you 😊
James H
Nuneaton, United Kingdom16 contributions
Im sorry i cant help you.only went for a visit
TheMowerMan
Bridgnorth, UK21 contributions
Food prices
Hi, we have a range of food offerings to suit all budgets. If you are considering hospitality with food included in the package, these start from £34.95 depending on the selected restaurant and date. All prices are listed within the individual fixture listing on our website.
Hello, will all race meeting in January be free if so how do you order tickets , came in January 29 2015 had a great night bit cold but loved it , look forward to your reply THANK YOU :)
Edith H
Cannock, England, United Kingdom14 contributions
Check the website. It normally is free in Jan and you book tickets on line. You can either pick tickets up from reception in hotel or have them posted out.
Wolverhampton Racecourse - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about Wolverhampton Racecourse
- Wolverhampton Racecourse is open:
- Mon - Sat 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Hotels near Wolverhampton Racecourse:
- (0.01 mi) Holiday Inn Wolverhampton - Racecourse, an IHG hotel
- (1.13 mi) A Park View Hotel
- (1.17 mi) Ely House Hotel
- (2.17 mi) The Mount Hotel Country Manor
- (2.50 mi) Barons Court Hotel
- Restaurants near Wolverhampton Racecourse:
- (0.51 mi) The Island House
- (0.72 mi) The Summer House
- (0.41 mi) Cafe Amber
- (1.05 mi) The Two Greens
- (1.13 mi) Hamilton's Restaurant