Start of the Flat Season Raceday
Wednesday 2nd April 2025
Come and experience thrilling flat racing.
Enjoy a Wednesday like no other featuring exciting flat racing, mouth-watering locally sourced cuisine, great hospitality and a captivating atmosphere.
- We're only 6 miles from Edinburgh City Centre with direct transport links and a courtesy bus from Wallyford (connecting to Edinburgh) and NewCraighall (connecting to Galashiels) train stations.
- Children 17 years and under are admitted FREE at Musselburgh Racecourse when accompanied by a paying adult. Four children are permitted per paying adult and/or concession.
- All timings are provisional and may change. Please keep an eye on our website and social media channels for any changes.
- Student and concession tickets are available. You must have a valid concession I.D. More information about our concession tickets can be found in our FAQ section, click here. Please note, there will be a price increase for student and concession tickets purchased on the day.
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Gates Open
12:00 PM
Race Type
flat racing
First Race
2:10 PM
Last Race
4:40 PM
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Early Bird Adult
Early Bird Adult
£20.00Our Early Bird ticket is a general admission ticket that provides access to all public areas and a variety of options for places to eat, drink and bet.
Book your tickets before midnight 25th March & SAVE £5 per person. On the day price will be £25 per person.
Children 17 years and under go free, when accompanied by a guardian. Child tickets can be obtained on the day of racing.
*Subject to change. Terms and conditions apply.
Early bird Concession (includes Student)
Early bird Concession (includes Student)
£18.00Our Concession ticket is a general admission ticket that provides access to all public areas and a variety of options for places to eat, drink and bet.
Book your tickets before midnight 25th March & SAVE £5 per person. On the day price will be £23 per person.
Please Note: Appropriate Photo ID will be required when entering the racecourse for Concession tickets purchased.
Eligibility for concessions:
- Students: only with a valid student ID featuring a valid expiry date
- Senior citizens, aged over 65 with proof
- Carers go free with a valid Carer’s ID or other carer documentation when accompanying a paying adult or concession, except on Ladies Day.
Please be aware that prices are subject to change. Click here, to read about the I.D requirements. Online bookings can be made up to 1 hour prior to gates opening or can be purchased at the gate (subject to availability).
Child Tickets (17 years & under)
Child Tickets (17 years & under)
£0.00Our standard Child ticket is a general admission ticket that provides access to all public areas. You can obtain four child tickets, per adult/concession ticket or foodie experience.
Children under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by an adult. Proof of age may be requested and, if so, must be provided. You are responsible for each child that you bring onto the Racecourse and shall ensure each child complies with these Conditions. Please ensure you’ve read and fully understand our terms and conditions.
The NEW Harris Tweed Bistro
The NEW Harris Tweed Bistro
Call usExperience our NEW Harris Tweed Bistro & Bar which is located on the upper floor of our historic Grandstand. Its location has panoramic views across the finish line.
Our bistro menu focuses on fresh, locally sourced ingredients and showcases our bistro favourites including our infamous Fish and Chips sourced from Eyemouth harbour, mouth-watering Balmoral chicken, a classic Carvery, and traditional Scottish steak pie. Choose from one, two or three courses as well as lighter snacks and delicious home baking. Once you have finished your meal, you can head to our Harris Tweed Bar located on our first floor, overlooking the Pommery Lawn and pre-Parade ring. It is the perfect place to unwind, after your meal. View our sample menu, click here. Our 3-course meal starts from just £28pp.
We recommend booking tables in advance. To book your table on a raceday (available from Easter Saturday 2024), call 0131 665 2859. A £10 deposit per person will be required. Suitable for groups up to 10.
Each booking will be made for 1.5hrs after which guests will be able to enjoy The Harris Tweed Bar or enjoy the racing from the grandstand.
Early bird Fish & Chips Package
Early bird Fish & Chips Package
£38.00Add some salt & sauce to your raceday! In addition to general admission, receive a Race Programme and enjoy a portion of freshly cooked fish and chips, with a choice of breaded or battered fish, accompanied by a cold pint of beer, glass of house wine or soft drink.
This package is available for individuals and groups.
- Vouchers for food and drink will be available for collection on arrival at Entrance 3 and group organisers should distribute to their guests.
- After collecting your traditional Fish & Chips package you will be able to enjoy it in our many outdoor picnic areas.
Pommery Domes
Pommery Domes
£114.00Our Pommery domes are back!
Enjoy a day in our private domes, complete with a magnum of Pommery champagne and a foodie experience for you to enjoy throughout the day. Our domes seat ten and are located right alongside our finish line, where you can soak up the atmosphere of our action packed day.
Each dome includes:
- Unique experience providing panoramic views across the finish line
- Reserved private dome for the day (10 people)
- A magnum of Pommery Champagne to share
- Hot homemade steak and haggis pies served with homemade beetroot chutney; hearty scotch broth with Nairns oatcakes plus homemade Cranachan cookies.*
- Your own host including table service
- Use of our VIP toilets within our Queen's Stand
- Admission for the day
- Complimentary racecards
The domes are for 10 people and are priced per person. If you would like to bring more than 10 guests, you will be across multiple domes. Drinks are not included but drinks packages are available on request.
* Dietary requirements are available.
Hospitality & VIP
Epperston Restaurant: gold experience
Epperston Restaurant: gold experience
£132.00 For 1 personDine in style, in our Epperston Restaurant ~ perfect for intimate gatherings of 2-8 people. Situated on the lower floor of our Queen's Stand, offering stunning views across the winning post, the racecourse, and the parade ring - our Queen's Stand has a real royal flare. Opened by Princess Anne and visited by Her Majesty The Queen in 2016, it is rich in racing heritage and tradition.
Entertain guests with a fine dining Epperston Hospitality Package and enjoy:
- Your reserved table provides a base for the day.*
- A three-course menu prepared and served by Heritage Portfolio.
- A complimentary race programme.
- Enjoy stunning views directly over the finishing line from the Epperston private viewing garden.
Advance booking is required. Please note, drinks are not included in this experience but drinks packages are available separately on request.
Queen's Stand Private Suite - Platinum Experience
Queen's Stand Private Suite - Platinum Experience
£5,760.00 For 20 peopleEnjoy the most exclusive and elegant location on a raceday. Our private Queen's Stand suites are the ultimate jewel in our crown. With balcony views across the racecourse, the final furlong, you can soak up the atmosphere while you and your guests enjoy a memorable raceday experience.
Our platinum experience is our most luxurious package. It includes a champagne reception hosted in your own private suite, mouth-watering canapés, followed by a three-course menu prepared and served by the award-winning Heritage Portfolio and finished off with a locally sourced cheese platter.
Additional platinum experience benefits:
- Your own private host.
- A private guest tipster talk.
- A race programme including your own advert within the programme.
- Naming of a race title.
- £5.00 betting voucher per person.
- Judging of the 'best turned out horse' in your race.
- Presentation of mementoes to the winners.
- Presentation photographs.
- Television coverage on Racing TV.
- Social media coverage.
- High profile advertising banners.
Come and enjoy the finest quality food, in superb surroundings. Perfect for all gatherings.
* Please get in touch if you have a bigger party. Please note, drinks are not included in this experience but drinks packages are available separately on request.
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Raceday Programme
£3.50Add a race programme to your basket, save money and be in the know! Study the card and pick your winners. Our race programmes are the best way to make the most of your day at the races, providing all essential information and much more. Please note, the main booker will receive your race programmes at the gate on arrival.
Race programmes will be £4.00 on the day, saving you 50p per programme.
Raceday Programme
£3.50Add a race programme to your basket, save money and be in the know! Study the card and pick your winners. Our race programmes are the best way to make the most of your day at the races, providing all essential information and much more. Please note, the main booker will receive your race programmes at the gate on arrival.
Race programmes will be £4.00 on the day, saving you 50p per programme.
Mouthwatering cheese platter for one
£13.50Would you like to add a scrumptious cheese platter for one to your hospitality experience? This delicious platter includes five cheeses*: Isle of Mull, Cheddar, Mull; Morangue Brie, Tain; Smoked Applewood, Inverlochy; Strathdone Blue, Tain. Plus, a Heritage Portfolio wildcard cheese, selected by the resident chef.
*subject to change
Pommery Brut Royal (Glass)
£12.70Start your dining experience off in style with a glass of Pommery Champagne! On the nose, it is fresh with citrus and white fruit notes. On the palate, it is fine and round, delicate, with notes of red fruits. Delicious!
Pommery Champagne Brut Royal (Bottle)
£75.00In 1874 Pommery created the very first successfully marketed Brut Champagne. Today Thierry Gasco, Chef de Cave and Le Figaro’s ‘Man of the Year’ oversees the whole operation from vine, to press, to bottle, producing thousands of bottles a year, aged in an 18km network of underground cellars. Consistent top quality, together with the variety and innovation afforded by nine different crus, from the Brut Royal to the divine Cuvée Louise, is what sets Pommery apart from other Grandes Marques
Pommery Champagne Brut Royal (Magnum)
£149.00In 1874 Pommery created the very first successfully marketed Brut Champagne. Today Thierry Gasco, Chef de Cave and Le Figaro’s ‘Man of the Year’ oversees the whole operation from vine, to press, to bottle, producing thousands of bottles a year, aged in an 18km network of underground cellars. Consistent top quality, together with the variety and innovation afforded by nine different crus, from the Brut Royal to the divine Cuvée Louise, is what sets Pommery apart from other Grandes Marques