Over the past decade, UK racecourses have seen varied attendance trends, with Ascot Racecourse leading the way with over 5.1 million visitors, including more than one million at the Royal Ascot festival. Cheltenham and York Racecourses follow with 4.3 million and 2.8 million visitors respectively. Despite strong overall attendance, the British Horseracing Authority has expressed concerns about the financial and employment impacts of recent horse racing strike action related to betting tax.

A detailed report by OLBG analyzing attendance figures from 58 racecourses revealed that only Yarmouth Racecourse experienced an increase in attendance between 2015 and 2025. Notably, Bath Racecourse saw the most significant growth, with attendance rising by over 204.1% from June 2024 to June 2025. The data highlights both the enduring popularity of major events and the challenges faced by the industry amid ongoing disputes.