Fireworks - Visitor Information
The Night of Colours Fireworks Night at Bath Racecourse on Friday 3rd November is fast approaching. Below is some useful information to help you prepare ahead of the event.
EVENT TIMINGS:
Gates open at 5.00pm
The funfair will be open from 5.00pm – 9.00pm
The fireworks display will start at 7.30pm
Food and drink outlets will remain open until 9:00pm
The event finishes at 9.00pm
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 soft grass standing, we advise people to car share where possible, make use of public transport and taxis, or walk if you can.
PARKING
Car Parking is available on site and as it is anticipated to be busy , we suggest that you arrive early to avoid congestion and invite you to stay on site to enjoy the entertainment to help with the flow of exiting traffic. Our Car Parking team will be on hand to assist you on the evening.
ENTERTAINMENT
Head over to the fun fair for some thrilling rides suitable for all ages, which will operate on a pay-as-you-go basis, taking both cash and card payments. Please note that there are no cash machines on site. We have a variety of roaming entertainment on-site throughout the evening, some of which may use flashing/strobe lighting.
WEATHER
Please check the local forecast before departing and dress accordingly. We are expecting a considerable amount of rain so we advise you to wrap up warm, wear appropriate footwear and bring waterproofs 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. 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 majority of 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 we 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 Bath Racecourse. For any other questions, please contact us.
