Where To Watch Kempton Horse Racing Live – Streams & TV Coverage
Kempton Racecourse is home to some of the UK’s most iconic jump races, including the King George VI Chase, Christmas Hurdle, and Kauto Star Novices’ Chase. Whether you’re following the Christmas Festival or top-class all-weather racing like the September Stakes, here’s how to watch Kempton races live.
bet365 (Streaming)
bet365 offers live streaming of every Kempton Racecourse meeting alongside all UK, Irish, and French racing plus selected international events.
- Coverage – All UK, Irish, and French horse racing plus selected international events.
- How to access – A registered bet365 account is required. To watch UK, Irish, and French racing you must have a funded account or have placed a bet in the last 24 hours.
- Additional Features – Streams from Australia, South Africa, US, Brazil, Dubai, Singapore, India; Horse Racing Archive with free replays; over 600K live sports streams yearly.
- Geo-Restrictions – Check bet365 geographic access.
- Platforms – Website and iOS/Android apps.
- About bet365 – One of the largest online betting operators globally, known for extensive racing and sports coverage.
William Hill TV (Streaming)
William Hill TV streams all UK and Irish horse racing, including every Kempton Racecourse meeting.
- Coverage – All UK & Irish horse racing.
- How to access – Registered account required; £1 minimum bet per race (antepost, totePool, meeting markets, and specials excluded).
- Additional Features – Also streams football, tennis, basketball, greyhound racing, and more.
- Geo-Restrictions – UK and Ireland only.
- Platforms – Website and iOS/Android apps.
- About William Hill – Leading UK bookmaker with decades of racing coverage experience. Read about William Hill streaming.
BOYLE Sports (Streaming)
BOYLE Sports streams all Kempton Racecourse fixtures as part of its UK and Irish horse racing coverage.
- Coverage – All UK & Irish horse racing plus selected international events.
- How to access – Registered account required with a £1 minimum bet on the race.
- Additional Features – Streams a wide variety of other major sports.
- Geo-Restrictions – UK, Ireland, Channel Islands, and Isle of Man only.
- Platforms – Website and iOS/Android apps.
- About BOYLE Sports – Ireland’s largest independent bookmaker with strong racing coverage. See BOYLE Sports streaming details.
Racing TV (Streaming + TV)
Racing TV covers every Kempton Racecourse meeting via premium subscription streaming and TV.
- Coverage – 35 UK racecourses (including Kempton) and 26 Irish racecourses.
- How to access –
- Direct subscription: £10/day, £30/month, £298/year (UK); £29.99/month (International).
- Sky Q: Channel 424 – £29.98/month (UK), €34.98/month (Ireland).
- Virgin: Channel 536 (UK), 412 (Ireland) – £22/month (UK), €26/month (Ireland).
- Vodafone: Channel 421 (Ireland) – €30/month.
- Direct subscription: £10/day, £30/month, £298/year (UK); £29.99/month (International).
- Geo-Restrictions – International access via Racing TV International subscription.
- Additional Features – Free race replays.
- Platforms – Website, iOS/Android, Android TV, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Sky Q, Virgin TV, Vodafone TV.
- About Racing TV – Premium racing broadcaster specialising in top UK and Irish venues, including Kempton’s major jump fixtures like the King George VI Chase.
ITV (Freeview TV + Streaming)
ITV covers selected major Kempton meetings, especially during the Christmas Festival featuring the King George VI Chase.
- Coverage – Selected UK & Irish racing, including major events and most Saturday meetings.
- How to access –
- Freeview: ITV1 (Ch. 3/103), ITV4 (Ch. 26)
- Freesat: ITV1 (Ch. 103/112), ITV4 (Ch. 117/118)
- Sky: ITV1 (Ch. 103), ITV4 (Ch. 120)
- Virgin: ITV1 (Ch. 103), ITV4 (Ch. 118)
- Freeview: ITV1 (Ch. 3/103), ITV4 (Ch. 26)
- Geo-Restrictions – UK only.
- Platforms – Freeview Play, ITVX app, Sky Go, Virgin TV Go.
- About ITV – UK’s free-to-air broadcaster for top racing events including Kempton’s Boxing Day feature. See ITV racing schedule
Dubai Racing (Streaming)
Dubai Racing may occasionally show Kempton races as part of its international coverage, but it is not guaranteed.
- Coverage – Primarily Dubai races, plus selected global events.
- How to access – Free via betHQ’s Dubai Racing streaming page.
- Platforms – Desktop, mobile, tablet.
- About Dubai Racing – Operated by Dubai Media Incorporated, broadcasting international horse racing in English and Arabic.
FAQs
What is the best option for watching Kempton Racecourse races online?
A funded bet365 account gives you access to all Kempton races plus UK, Irish, French, and international racing. William Hill TV is another good option if you prefer betting race-by-race.
What is the best option for watching Kempton Racecourse races on TV?
If ITV covers the day’s racing (especially during the Christmas Festival), that’s the best free choice. Otherwise, Racing TV via Sky, Virgin, Vodafone, or direct subscription offers full coverage.
What channel is Kempton Racecourse racing on in the UK?
In the UK, Kempton races may appear on ITV1/ITV4 for key fixtures. Racing TV shows all Kempton races on Channel 424 (Sky Q) and Channel 536 (Virgin).
What channel is Kempton Racecourse racing on in Ireland?
In Ireland, Racing TV is on Channel 412 (Virgin) and Channel 421 (Vodafone).
How can I watch Kempton Racecourse races for free?
With a funded bet365 account, all Kempton races are available online without the need to place a bet to watch a race. ITV may cover major fixtures entirely for free. Dubai Racing might show some races but is not guaranteed.
What time does racing at Kempton Racecourse start?
Race times vary by fixture. See the Kempton Racecourse fixtures page for up-to-date times.
Where can I access Kempton Racecourse race cards, odds, and tips?
Visit the Kempton Racecourse page on betHQ for racecards, odds, betting tips, and bookmaker offers.
Where can I watch replays of Kempton Racecourse races?
bet365 provides replays to logged-in users. Racing TV offers free replays on its website.
Can I watch Kempton Racecourse races on my phone?
Yes, all listed providers support mobile streaming via their apps or mobile websites.
Do I need to place a bet to watch Kempton Racecourse races online?
bet365 only requires a funded account. William Hill TV and BOYLE Sports both require a £1 bet per race. Racing TV and ITV don’t require bets.
Where can I watch Kempton Racecourse races if I am not in the UK or Ireland?
bet365 offers selected international access (see geo-restrictions). Racing TV has an international subscription (£29.99/month). Dubai Racing may also broadcast races.
About Kempton Racecourse
Kempton Park Racecourse, located in Sunbury-on-Thames, Surrey, is a premier UK dual-purpose venue hosting both National Hunt and Flat racing.
It is best known for the King George VI Chase, held every Boxing Day during the Christmas Festival, alongside top-class supporting races such as the Kauto Star Novices’ Chase and Christmas Hurdle. On the Flat, its all-weather track hosts major races like the September Stakes and Sirenia Stakes.
Kempton’s right-handed, flat, triangular jumps track is renowned for producing top-quality steeplechasing. Its floodlit all-weather circuit allows for evening racing year-round, making it a favourite for trainers and racegoers alike.
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