The Illuminate the Skies Fireworks Night at Lingfield Park on Sunday 3rd November is fast approaching, with tickets still available to purchase here and on the night at the turnstiles. Below is some useful information to help you prepare ahead of the event.
EVENT TIMINGS:
Gates open at 4.00pm
The funfair will be open from 4.00pm –7.00pm
The bonfire will be lit from 5.15pm
The fireworks display will start at approximately 6.00pm
Food and drink outlets will remain open until 7:00pm
The event finishes at 7.00pm
TRAVEL
This will be an extremely busy event so please allow extra time to travel to and from the racecourse. Due to limited parking on hard standing ground, we advise people to car share where possible or make use of taxis, better still walk if you can.
There are currently planned rail engineering works on Southern Railway meaning there are no trains to and from Lingfield train station, with bus replacements as an alternative. Please bear this in mind if looking to take a train. For more information please click here.
There is more detailed travel information here but please check local timetables and taxi services before departing.
PARKING
Parking is free on site but is limited and will be provided on a first come first served basis, so please arrive early to avoid disappointment and any queues. Please inform the stewards on arrival if you require accessible car parking.
FIREWORKS VIEWING
The fireworks display will take place at 6.00pm. For the best view, head to the front of the Grandstand and Hotel or front lawns for the best view where you can look out over the racecourse for a spectacular show.
ENTERTAINMENT
Head over to the fun fair for some thrilling rides suitable for all ages including Dodgems, China Town & so much more!
The funfair will operate on a pay-as-you-go basis and will take both cash and card payments. Please note that there are no cash machines on site.
WEATHER
Please check the local forecast before departing and dress accordingly. We advise you to wrap up warm and wear appropriate footwear as this is an outdoor event with limited indoor space.
FOOD & DRINK
A range of bars and food outlets are available serving tasty bonfire night snacks and drinks. A range of gluten free, vegetarian and vegan food options will be available across the racecourse. Please be aware that no food, drink or picnics can be brought into the racecourse except in the case of a severe food allergy, in which we ask you to contact us directly to arrange bringing in your own food.
SECURITY
We take security and safety very seriously. There will be a strong security presence and you will be subject to a bag search on arrival.
We ask all visitors not to leave bags unattended and to report anything suspicious to a member of staff.
OTHER INFORMATION
Payment
Please remember, the food outlets and bars are card only but we advise you to also bring cash for the funfair rides. There are no cash machines on site so please bear this in mind.
Dogs
With the exception of Assistance Dogs, dogs are not permitted to enter the racecourse. In the interests of animal welfare, no dogs are permitted to be left in cars and Lingfield Park politely request that all dogs are left at home.
Concessions
At this event, no student, OAP or other concessions will be available.
Sparklers
For health and safety reasons, no sparklers or other lit fireworks can be brought into the racecourse.
Thank you for booking tickets and above all, enjoy your time at Lingfield Park. For any other questions, please contact us.
