Party in the Paddock

at Newton Abbot Racecourse
Newton Abbot Available from Sat 22 Aug to Sat 22 Aug

Free entry for children

Valid per paying adult

Book Party in the Paddock with Sam & The Strings tickets for racing and live music in Devon

Get ready for a lively Saturday at Newton Abbot Racecourse, where an afternoon of jump racing is followed by live music from Sam & The Strings in the Paddock Suite.

  • Enjoy an afternoon of exciting jump racing at Newton Abbot Racecourse
  • Cheer on the horses from the Course or Paddock Enclosure
  • See Sam & The Strings perform live after the final race
  • Sing and dance along to favourites from timeless classics to today’s biggest hits
  • Enjoy the post-racing performance at no extra cost with every admission ticket
  • Make use of the free shuttle bus operating between Newton Abbot Train Station and the racecourse

Party in the Paddock with Sam & The Strings in Newton Abbot:

  • Date: Saturday 22nd August 2026
  • Gates open: 11:55am
  • First race: 1:55pm
  • Last race: 5:25pm
  • Live music: Sam & The Strings perform in the Paddock Suite after the last race
  • Location: Newton Abbot Racecourse, Newton Road, Newton Abbot, Devon TQ12 3AF
  • Course Enclosure: Enjoy access to the racing action, betting facilities, bars, food outlets and designated picnic areas, making it a great-value way to experience the day at the races.
  • Paddock Enclosure: Includes everything in the Course Enclosure, plus access to the Parade Ring, Paddock facilities, additional viewing areas, restaurants, betting halls and the Paddock Suite where the post-racing performance from Sam & The Strings takes place.

Bring together racing, live music and a buzzing Saturday atmosphere, all in one ticket

The fun continues after the last horse crosses the line. Head to the Paddock Suite, where Sam & The Strings will bring their big acoustic sound and lively stage presence to the racecourse.

The duo combine standout vocals, dynamic percussion and rich acoustic arrangements as they perform a wide range of well-known songs, covering timeless favourites and some of today’s biggest hits.

The live performance is included with every admission ticket, so there is no need to book a separate music ticket. Simply follow the sound to the Paddock Suite after the final race and choose whether to hit the dance floor or sing along from the sidelines.

Before the music begins, feel the excitement beside the track as the horses compete across a full afternoon race card. Place your bets with the on-site bookmakers, watch from the grandstands and soak up the atmosphere around the winning post.

Book Party in the Paddock with Sam & The Strings tickets and turn your Saturday into a full afternoon of racing, music and plenty of reasons to stay after the final furlong.

Location

Newton Abbot Racecourse

Newton Rd,
Kingsteignton,
Newton Abbot,
Devon,
TQ12 3AF
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How to find us

Newton Abbot Racecourse is located in South Devon and is easily accessible via road, rail and public transport. Drivers travelling from the M5 should follow the A380 towards Torquay. There is ample free parking available within the centre of the racecourse. On racedays, visitors should use the Greenhill Way entrance rather than the Tesco roundabout entrance. [

Newton Abbot railway station is approximately three-quarters of a mile from the racecourse and provides direct services on the London Paddington line. Visitors arriving on foot from the station should follow the main roads and enter via the pedestrian entrance opposite Tesco.

Facilities
  • Course and Paddock Enclosures
  • Betting halls and on-site bookmakers
  • William Hill betting shop in the Paddock Enclosure
  • Bars in the Course and Paddock Enclosures
  • Paddock Carvery Restaurant
  • Silks Coffee Lounge
  • Alfresco fast-food outlet
  • Outdoor benches and grandstand seating
  • Designated picnic area in the Course Enclosure
  • Free general parking
  • Disabled parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible betting hall entrances
  • Lifts in the Paddock Betting Hall and Teign Suite
  • Accessible toilets
  • Accessible viewing stand at the front of the Paddock Grandstand
  • Baby-changing facilities
  • Free station shuttle for this fixture
More Info
Is Party in the Paddock with Sam & The Strings wheelchair accessible?

Most of Newton Abbot Racecourse is wheelchair accessible. Wheelchair-accessible entrances are available in all betting halls, with lifts in the Paddock Betting Hall and Teign Suite. Accessible toilets, disabled parking and an accessible viewing stand at the front of the Paddock Grandstand are also available.

What age is Party in the Paddock with Sam & The Strings suitable for?

Party in the Paddock with Sam & The Strings welcomes racegoers of different ages. Children under 18 receive free admission when accompanied by an adult.

Is there food and drink at Party in the Paddock with Sam & The Strings?

Yes. Food and drink facilities include the Paddock Carvery Restaurant, Silks Coffee Lounge, bars in both enclosures and the Alfresco fast-food outlet.

What time does Party in the Paddock with Sam & The Strings start?

Gates open at 11:55am on Saturday 22nd August 2026. The first race is scheduled for 1:55pm, with the final race scheduled for 5:25pm. Sam & The Strings will perform after the last race.

Is parking available at Party in the Paddock with Sam & The Strings?

Yes. Free general parking is available in the centre of the racecourse. On racedays, drivers should use the Greenhill Way entrance rather than the entrance at the Tesco roundabout. Disabled parking is available via the public entrance.

Is there a shuttle bus for Party in the Paddock with Sam & The Strings?

Yes. A free racecourse shuttle operates on a loop from Newton Abbot Train Station after the gates open until the first race, then again for one hour after the final race. The shuttle is organised by the racecourse rather than the railway station.

What should visitors wear to Party in the Paddock with Sam & The Strings?

The dress code in the Course and Paddock Enclosures is smart casual, with jeans and shorts permitted. Vests and going without a top are not permitted in the Paddock Enclosure. Restaurants have additional smart-casual requirements.

Can visitors bring a picnic to Party in the Paddock with Sam & The Strings?

Picnics may be eaten in the designated picnic area in the Course Enclosure. Alcohol and barbecues must not be brought into the racecourse.

What do Party in the Paddock with Sam & The Strings tickets include?

Admission tickets include entry to the selected Course or Paddock Enclosure, the afternoon jump-racing fixture and the live performance by Sam & The Strings in the Paddock Suite after the final race.

Are these the cheapest tickets for Newton Abbot Racecourse?

Yes, we guarantee price match or better. If you can find them cheaper, we want to match it so please get in touch here.

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