Today's Fontwell Tips, Racecards And Results
Fontwell Tips and Today’s Races
Every Fontwell meeting is covered by GG with full race form including racing colours, jockey and trainer stats. There is a handy summary of each horse’s recent performances which can be accessed via the Form & Verdict tab beneath the race title. GG also provides free tips with all UK and Ireland racecards plus the latest live odds. Our Tip is highlighted on the racecard along with selections from leading newspaper tipsters. We also publish a daily NAP, Double, Treble, Lucky 15 and best outsider.
Fontwell Race Results
Fontwell stages 24 jumps meetings throughout the year with the highlight being the Grade 2 National Spirit Hurdle in late February. The race is named after the Champion Hurdle winner in 1947 and 1948 who was a five-times course winner at Fontwell. It regularly attracts some of the leading long distance hurdlers ahead of the Stayers’ Hurdle at the Cheltenham Festival.
Fontwell also stages the Southern National in November, a competitive handicap chase over three miles and three furlongs. This marathon event provides a thrilling spectacle over this unique jumps track which also stages the 2-day Oktoberfest, a popular Ladies evening in August and a Boxing Day fixture.
GG publish full Fontwell Park race results within moments of the weigh in being confirmed. The winner, placed horses and SP returns are displayed as soon as possible on Today’s Results & Racecards page. This page is constantly updated throughout the day and the complete finishing order can be accessed by clicking on each race title.
Racecourse Guide
An extremely popular National Hunt track with more than a modicum of charm, Fontwell is one of only two racecourses run over a figure-of-eight circuit, the other being Windsor. Total refurbishment of all grandstands in the late nineties has vastly improved facilities for racegoers. A new £6.5 million grandstand was opened in the Premier Enclosure in 2010.
Punters are provided with the rare option of viewing races from inside the course to get right in amongst the racing action. Fontwell is a sharp, left handed track which suits fast, accurate jumpers who like to race up with the pace. Conditions can get extremely testing here so a race like the Southern National certainly provides a test of stamina.
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II had her first ever winner here when Monaveen won the Chichester Handicap Chase in October 1949. Fontwell is notable for its course specialists including 14 times winner Certain Justice and 11 times winner St Athans Lad. Famous course winners include two-time Champion Hurdler Comedy Of Errors and dual World Hurdle winner Baracouda.
Dining, Hospitality & Facilities
Fontwell combines its unique trackside action with a superb range of hospitality packages. The course restaurants and bars all provide stunning views of the racecourse against the backdrop of the Arundel scenery. The Premier Lounge Restaurant is located on the first floor of the Premier Grandstand with a viewing balcony while there are 12 exclusive private boxes, complete with a dedicated host, mouth-watering buffet and access to all public areas. Marquee hospitality is also available during the summer fixtures and there are numerous food stands around the course.
Fontwell Park is located on the A27/A29 roundabout between Chichester and Arundel in West Sussex. The closest railway station to the racecourse is Barnham with frequent trains from London Victoria, Portsmouth and Brighton. Passengers from Southampton can go direct to Barnham with a shuttle bus direct to the course on race days.
Tickets
You can book your Fontwell admission tickets in advance online and save money. Your ticket includes access to the parade ring and any live entertainment. The Premier Advance ticket allows access to the premium areas on course, the best bars and best views of the track. You can also get a further discount of £2 per person when booking for 6 or more.
Contact and Location
Fontwell Park Racecourse, Fontwell Ave, Fontwell, West Sussex BN18 0SX. United Kingdom.
Official Website: https://www.fontwellpark.co.uk/
Local Knowledge
Taxis
- Barnham Station Taxis (1.6 miles away)
Tel: +44 1243 551753 - Barnetts Executive Taxi Service (2.7 miles away)
Tel: +44 7860 745623 - Goodwood Chauffeurs (2.8 miles away)
Tel: +44 7480 615764
Places to Stay
- Hilton Avisford Park (1.7 miles away)
Yapton Lane, Walberton, Arundel BN18 0LS, UK
Tel: +44 1243 558300
Places to Eat
- Cassons Restaurant (2.7 miles away)
Arundel Road, Chichester PO18 0DU, UK
Tel: +44 1243 773294