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Monday 5 May 2025

Kempton Park Community Raceday

 

Join us for an unforgettable day of racing and celebrations as Kempton Park celebrates 80 years since Victory in Europe Day alongside our wonderful local community!

 

We’ve been at the heart of Sunbury-on-Thames since July 1878 when businessman S.H Hyde saw 400 acres of land ‘for sale or lease’ between Hampton Court and Sunbury on Thames and decided this would be the perfect location for a racecourse. We’ve seen some change in our 147 year history and the Kempton Park Communtiy Raceday is the pefect oppurtunity to celebrate our history! 

 

 

Gates Open 1:00pm

First Race 2:55pm

Last Race 5:25pm

Celebrating 80 Years since Victory in Europe Day

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Whilst Victory in Europe (VE) Day itself falls on Thursday 8th May, Monday 5th May has been officially dedicated to community celebrations nationwide and Kempton Park's Community Raceday is no exception. 

 

Expect themed entertainment and our  Picnic Enclosure will also be transformed into a traditional Great British Picnic Zone where racegoers can bring their own picnics and enjoy all the raceday has to offer. 

 

We're excited to be working with Sunbury and Shepperton Local History Society who will join us on the day to sare fascinating insights into Kempton Park and Sunbury’s role during World War II, providing racegoers with the opportunity to reflect on the local community’s contribution during the War. 

 

What's on:

It's not just the action on track to think about - there will be plenty going on off track to keep the whole family busy! 

 

Racegoers are invited to enjoy our traditional Great British Picnic Zone where they can bring their own picnics and relax while enjoying the day’s racing and entertainment. To check our picnic policy please see here. 

 

Free entertainment on the day will include:

  • Facepainters
  • Elles Belles Roaming Musical Trio
  • Roaming Walkabout Entertainment

 

As part of our mission to support our local community, there will also be a Community Showcase giving our local community partners a platform to engage with our racegoers: 

  • Shooting Stars Hospice
  • Staines Rugby Club
  • Wimbledon Greyhound Welfare
  • Ashford and St Peter's Hospital Charity

 

Timings may be subject to change

Gates Open 1:00pm

First Race 2:55pm

Last Race 5:25pm

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SO MUCH MORE THAN A RACECOURSE

 

Not only do we race at Kempton Park, we’re also home to two of the biggest markets around. Both hugely popular – the Thursday Market takes place weekly while Sunbury Antiques is every second and last Tuesday of the month.

 

If you’re looking for a venue for your wedding, family celebration or business meeting, chances are we have the space to suit! We have a fantastic on site catering team and plenty of parking, so why not consider Kempton Park for your next event.

 

GET IN TOUCH!

 

Contact the Kempton Park Team now for a chat:

Grace Dixon - grace.dixon@thejockeyclub.co.uk

Beverley Frith -  beverley.frith@thejockeyclub.co.uk

 

call the team OR MESSAGE US 

 

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