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Saturday 7 March 2026

Betfair Imperial Cup Day

 

A perfect prelude to the Cheltenham Festival, Betfair Imperial Cup Day at Sandown Park combines top-class racing with a brilliant festival atmosphere. The historic Betfair Imperial Cup has a strong record of producing Cheltenham winners, including Blowing Wind in 1998 and Gaspara in 2007, with a £100,000 bonus on offer if the winner goes on to win at the Festival the following week.

 

Gates Open 11.30am

First Race 1.00pm

Last Race 4.25pm

Timings and Races are subject to change 

Gates Open 11.30am

First Race 1.00pm

Last Race 4.25pm

START TIME RACE DISTANCE
1.00pm

THE BETFAIR RACING PODCASTS JUVENILE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE 

2 Miles
1.50pm THE EUROPEAN BREEDERS’ FUND BETFAIR ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE FINAL (PREMIER HANDICAP) 2 Miles 4 Furlongs
2.25pm THE BETFAIR IMPERIAL CUP HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (PREMIER HANDICAP) 2 Miles
3.00pm THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF MARES’ STANDARD OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (LISTED RACE) 2 Miles
3.35pm THE BEST ODDS ON THE BETFAIR EXCHANGE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE  3 Miles
4.10pm THE BETFAIR EXCHANGE NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE  2 Miles 4 Furlongs
4.25pm THE betting.betfair.COM HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE 2 Miles 4 Furlongs

The Ultimate Cheltenham Preview

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We are thrilled to once again be hosting The Ultimate Cheltenham Festival Preview once racing concludes on Betfair Imperial Cup Day. Located in the Surrey Hall and hosted by Nick Luck, the preview will give racegoers the chance to hear exclusive news and tips ahead of the following week's Cheltenham Festival.

 

Expect a star-studded panel, which will be revealed soon!

Entertainment off the track

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Away from the track, racegoers can enjoy interactive entertainment including Darts with the Stars, where you can test your skills alongside familiar faces, and golf simulators offering a fun, competitive challenge for all abilities. Can you beat one of the greatest darts players of his generation?  

Tickets

A day of thrilling Jump racing and great entertainment. The perfect warm-up for the Cheltenham Festival!

From £22

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Hospitality

Our exciting packages combine stunning food with incredible views.

From £115

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Plan Your Visit

Plan Visit

Plan Visit

Lots of useful information to help you plan your time at Sandown Park, including what to wear, a map of the racecourse and handy betting guides.

Directions and Parking

Directions and Parking

For Sandown Park Racecourse.

Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions

Find answers to our most frequently asked questions here about visiting Sandown Park Racecourse here.

CASHLESS CAR PARK


Please note we are now cashless in our main car park based on Portsmouth Road. We will take card payment on arrival to the Racecourse and will no longer accept cash payments.

 

For customers who cannot provide card payments, we will continue to offer complimentary parking in our centre of the course car park based on More Lane.

Did you know?

Half price tickets for 18-24 year olds

Half price tickets for 18-24 year olds

Sign up to RacePass and save up to 50% off your admission ticket when aged 18-24.

Collect Rewards4racing points

Collect Rewards4racing points

Make fantastic savings on your raceday experiences with Rewards4Racing. Collect points on your online shopping & betting and start saving today.

Under 18s go FREE

Under 18s go FREE

Under 18s race for free at the majority of Jockey Club racedays. 

Our dedication to Sustainability

Our mission is to act for the long-term good of British horseracing but we also have a responsibility to our customers and beyond and are determined to have a positive impact on the world around us. In 2012 we launched the Going Green programme to engage our colleagues and get their help with improving the environmental impact of our business.