Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to buy a ticket? For our event in 2024, you can either buy a ticket in advance or you can pay on the door. Tickets in advance are cheaper than paying on the door.

Does my child need a ticket? All children under 16 can enter the show free of charge and do not need a ticket.

Does my carer need a ticket? All carers can enter the show free of charge and do not need a ticket.

Are dogs allowed? Dogs are not allowed into the event unless they are Guide Dogs or Medicare Dogs.

Do I need to bring cash? Most stalls take card payments but a few might not. The food courts will only be accepting card payments this year. There are cash machines available but there's a charge for using them.

How do I get to the show using public transport? Newbury Racecourse has its own bus stop and train station. Both are just a few minutes walk from our show. For advice on travelling by public transport, there's plenty of information on our Travel page.

Is there a limit on how long I can stay at the show? You can stay as long as you like at the show, but please make sure you leave by closing time at 4pm.

I'm having trouble paying online for a ticket, what do I do? Please ring Nick on 07741 452295 and he'll sort you out.

Is all the yarn expensive? No, not all the yarn is expensive. There'll be a huge range of yarn from inexpensive to luxury. Stalls selling inexpensive yarn include exhibitors such as Riverside Knitting Wools and Knit One Kits.

Is there disabled access? Yes, the show is completely accessible by wheelchair. There are disabled toilets and a disabled parking zone.

Is it a long walk from the car park? There's a very large car park which is just a few minutes walk from our show. Parking is free and marshals will be there to show you where to go when you arrive. There's a disabled parking area very close to the entrance to our show.

Is there food? There are 2 large food courts each having a wide selection of good quality food and drinks. One food court is located on the 1st floor of the Grandstand and the other is on the 1st floor of the Berkshire Stand. Both food courts have access from the ground floor by lifts and stairs.

Can I leave and return? Yes, you can leave the show and return later on the same day. On first entering the show, you'll get a free Show Guide booklet. Please keep this and use it to gain re-entry if you leave the show.

Are there plenty of seats? Yes, there'll be plenty of seating in the 2 food courts. If the weather is fine, there's also lots of seating outside including benches and picnic tables.

Can I stay overnight in a campervan? Yes, you can stay in a campervan overnight at the racecourse. But there are no amenities and please be quiet because there are residential properties close by.