Skip to content
Sign up for latest news and events

Explore British Racing’s Directory of Community and Education Activity…

The Directory maps nationwide activities from over 130 organisations that are harnessing racing’s assets to help people develop skills, increase physical activity and create a more diverse and inclusive sport.

Explore the Directory
Login

Email lucy@racingtogether.co.uk to add your organisation or retrieve your login details.

Directory
25 April 2025

Kempton Park Community Raceday

Join Kempton Park for an unforgettable day of racing and celebrations as they celebrate 80 years since Victory in Europe Day alongside their wonderful local community!

Kempton Park Racecourse have been at the heart of Sunbury-on-Thames since July 1878 when businessman S.H Hyde saw 400 acres of land ‘for sale or lease’ between Hampton Court and Sunbury on Thames and decided this would be the perfect location for a racecourse. There has been some change in their 147 year history and the Kempton Park Community Raceday is the perfect opportunity to celebrate their history!

Timings:

Gates Open 12:00pm

First Race 2:55pm

Last Race 5:25pm

Celebrating 80 Years since Victory in Europe Day

Whilst Victory in Europe (VE) Day itself falls on Thursday 8th May, Monday 5th May has been officially dedicated to community celebrations nationwide and Kempton Park’s Community Raceday is no exception.

Expect themed entertainment and the Picnic Enclosure will also be transformed into a traditional Great British Picnic Zone where racegoers can bring their own picnics and enjoy all the raceday has to offer.

Kempton Park will be working with Sunbury and Shepperton Local History Society who will join them on the day to share fascinating insights into Kempton Park and Sunbury’s role during World War II, providing racegoers with the opportunity to reflect on the local community’s contribution during the War.

What’s On

It’s not just the action on track to think about – there will be plenty going on off track to keep the whole family busy!

Racegoers are invited to enjoy the traditional Great British Picnic Zone where they can bring their own picnics and relax while enjoying the day’s racing and entertainment. To check out their picnic policy please see here.

Free entertainment on the day will include:

-Facepainters
-Elles Belles Roaming Musical Trio
-Roaming Walkabout Entertainment
-Free Funfair Rides

As part of Kempton Park’s mission to support their local community, there will also be a Community Showcase giving our local community partners a platform to engage with our racegoers:

Shooting Stars Hospice
Staines Rugby Club
Wimbledon Greyhound Welfare
Ashford and St Peter’s Hospital Charity

For more information visit: Community Raceday | 5 May 2025 | Tickets & Info | Kempton Park

Back to news