Free entry

Penfold Park

Sha Tin

Open now· closes 6:30 PM

Directions

Best for ages

All ages

Setting

Outdoor

Typical visit

1.5 to 3 hours

Parking

Onsite

Get in touch

Phone

+852 1817

Website

charities.hkjc.com/charities/english/jc-community-facilities/penfold-park.aspx

customer.care@hkjc.com

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About this place

Penfold Park in Sha Tin District is a free outdoor green space inside the racecourse tracks, popular with families for open-air picnics and dog walks. Children have plenty of space to run across grassy lawns, spot egrets around the lakes, and view Olympic equestrian legacy monuments.

Opening hours depend on horse activities, with early closure at 11:30am during Sha Tin day race meetings. Inside the park, the separately ticketed Pony World offers pony rides for children aged 3 to 14 with advance booking.

Things to know

Check the race schedule

On Sha Tin day race meetings, the park closes early at 11:30am, and on night race days it closes at 5pm. On normal days it opens at 9am or 9:30am and closes at 6:30pm.

Pony World booking

Pony World requires advance online booking via the HKJC ticketing website for HK$50 per person. Pony rides are only for children aged 3 to 14 who are at least 100 cm tall and under 70 kg.

No kites or ball games

Kites, drones, frisbees, boomerangs, and ball games are prohibited by park rules. Children's bicycles and tricycles are permitted, but adult bicycles and skateboards are not.

Free parking available

The Penfold Park car park offers free parking for the first 3 hours on a first-come, first-served basis during opening hours. Extra hours cost HK$100 per hour.

Opening hours

Monday9:00 AM – 6:30 PM

Tuesday9:30 AM – 6:30 PM

WednesdayToday9:00 AM – 6:30 PM

Thursday9:00 AM – 6:30 PM

Friday9:30 AM – 6:30 PM

Saturday9:00 AM – 6:30 PM

Sunday9:00 AM – 6:30 PM

Location & getting there

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Address

Sha Tin Racecourse, 6001 Tai Po Road - Sha Tin, Sha Tin, New Territories, Hong Kong

Public transport

MTR Fo Tan Station · 15 min walk

Guide

Getting here

By MTR

Take the East Rail Line to Fo Tan Station, leave from Exit C, cross the footbridge towards the Sha Tin Racecourse entrance, and walk through the pedestrian tunnel into the park in about 10 to 15 minutes.

By Bus

Green Minibus 60R runs between Sha Tin MTR Station at Pai Tau Street and Penfold Park on non-race days and weekends. KMB routes 72, 72A, 88K, and 280X also stop nearby along Tai Po Road and Fo Tan.

By car

Drive to Sha Tin Racecourse at 6001 Tai Po Road to reach the Penfold Park car park, where parking is free for the first 3 hours during open hours on a first-come, first-served basis.

Parking fees

HK$0free	First 3 hours during park opening hours, first-come first-served
HK$100per hour	Beyond 3 hours (06:00 to 18:00)

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Good to know

Is admission to Penfold Park free?

Yes, admission to the main park grounds is completely free and requires no advance booking. Only the Pony World activity costs HK$50 per person and requires a booked ticket.

Are dogs allowed at Penfold Park?

Yes, dogs are welcome. Large dogs weighing 20 kg or more must be kept on a leash no longer than 2 metres at all times, and there are designated gated pet zones.

Can we picnic at Penfold Park?

Yes, picnicking on the lawns is allowed. However, fires, barbecues, and self-heating food packs are strictly prohibited.

Is Racecourse MTR Station open for visiting Penfold Park?

No, Racecourse Station only operates on Sha Tin race meeting days. On normal non-race days, use Fo Tan Station Exit C instead.

What is the dress code for Pony World?

Visitors must wear long trousers and closed-toe sports or leather shoes. Sandals, slippers, and open-toed shoes are not allowed.