Haydock Park Racecourse: Betfair Chase, Sprint Cup and Betting Guide
Haydock Park, between Liverpool and Manchester, stages top-class Flat and jump racing, from the Sprint Cup in September to the Betfair Chase in November. Here are the big races, the history, how to get there and how betting works on course.
Biggest races at Haydock Park
Haydock races all year, switching between the Flat and the jumps.
Jumps highlights
- Betfair Chase (Grade 1) in November, first leg of the Chase Triple Crown
- Grand National Trial in February
Sprint Cup
- Sprint Cup (Group 1, 6f), one of Britain’s top sprints
- Run down the straight six-furlong course
Summer Flat
- Temple Stakes (Group 2) in May
- Lancashire Oaks (Group 2) and Old Newton Cup in July
Haydock Park facts and history
A course with its own airstrip.
The track
Haydock is a left-handed, mostly flat oval of about 1m 5f. The run-in of 4½ furlongs rises slightly, and a chute gives a straight 6f course.
Over 7f and further, runners usually head for the far rail in the straight, often switching to the stands’ side on testing ground. Sprinters tend to race down the middle.
Getting to Haydock Park
By train
Newton-le-Willows is the nearest station, on the Manchester to Liverpool line. A shuttle bus runs to the course on every fixture except music nights (about £3 single or £5 return). Warrington Bank Quay and Wigan North Western are each about 8 miles away.
By road
The course is about a mile from M6 junction 23, with the entrance off the A49.
There is free parking for over 1,000 cars.
Betting at Haydock Park
You can bet three ways at Haydock: with the bookmakers, on the Tote, or on your phone using the free Wi-Fi.
On your phone
All Jockey Club racecourses, Haydock Park included, offer free Wi-Fi on course. The Jockey Club says you can use it to bet with the bookmakers it lists as partners.
Get your app set up and logged in before you travel, so you are not trying to verify an account in a queue.
On course
The Tote and on-course bookmakers operate on racedays. Cash is accepted for betting. The Tote also takes debit cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay, but not credit cards. The rest of the course is cashless.
Read our guide to betting at the racecourse for how the Tote and the ring work.
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Haydock Park FAQs
Where is Haydock Park Racecourse?
Haydock Park is at Newton-le-Willows, Merseyside WA12 0HQ, about a mile from junction 23 of the M6.
When is the Betfair Chase?
The Betfair Chase is run at Haydock in November. It is the first leg of the Chase Triple Crown.
Which horse has won the most Betfair Chases?
Kauto Star, with four wins: 2006, 2007, 2009 and 2011.
Is there a shuttle bus to Haydock Park?
Yes. A shuttle bus runs from Newton-le-Willows station on every fixture except music nights.
Can you pay by card on the Tote at Haydock?
Yes. The Tote takes debit cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay, but not credit cards. Cash is also accepted for betting.
Is parking free at Haydock Park?
Yes. There is free parking for over 1,000 cars.
Sources: Jockey Club: Haydock directions · Jockey Club: Haydock FAQs · Racing Post: Haydock guide · Wikipedia: Haydock Park. Facts checked October 2026; fixtures and travel details can change, so check with the course before you go.
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