| Location | Sha Tin Racecourse |
| Overview | A natural oasis in the middle of Sha Tin Racecourse, Penfold Park attracts some 10,000 visitors a month. |
Penfold Park
About the facility
Penfold Park is built and managed by The Hong Kong Jockey Club. It has been open to the public on non-racedays since 1979 and serves as a popular "green lung" in the city for residents of Sha Tin and further afield to enjoy its clean and safe environment and high-quality grassed areas. It is one of the city's major habitats of wild egrets with fascinating landscapes and greenery.
Besides being used for equestrian and community events, the Park is also one of the most pet-friendly venues in Hong Kong, providing leisure facilities for both animal-lovers and their pets.
In 2008, when Hong Kong was accorded the honour of staging the equestrian events of the Beijing Olympics, Penfold Park served as the training venue for the world's top equestrian horses. To carry forward the spirit of the Olympics, numerous exhibits are displayed at the Park, including the Beijing 2008 Olympic Torch and the Olympic Mega Rings.
Besides being used for equestrian and community events, the Park is also one of the most pet-friendly venues in Hong Kong, providing leisure facilities for both animal-lovers and their pets.
In 2008, when Hong Kong was accorded the honour of staging the equestrian events of the Beijing Olympics, Penfold Park served as the training venue for the world's top equestrian horses. To carry forward the spirit of the Olympics, numerous exhibits are displayed at the Park, including the Beijing 2008 Olympic Torch and the Olympic Mega Rings.
Opening hours
September 2025
| Normal opening hours | 9:00am – 7:30pm |
| Every Tuesday and Friday (Barrier Trial Date) * | 9:30am – 7:30pm |
| 7, 14, 21, 28 September (Sha Tin Raceday) | 9:00am – 11:30am |
*The opening of Penfold Park will be delayed to 9:30am due to barrier trial at Sha Tin Racecourse, please pay attention and press here for the latest barrier trial schedule
Notice
Extension of Opening Hours of Penfold Park
Penfold Park will extend the opening hours to 6:45PM from 9 October 2025 to 24 October 2025 (except for Sha Tin Day Race on 12 & 19 October 2025).
Delayed Opening Hours of Penfold Park
Due to the extension of morning trackwork at Sha Tin Racecourse, the opening time of Penfold Park will be adjusted on the following days:
Opening time will be delayed to 9:15 am
29, 30 October 1, 2 and 3 November
Opening time will be delayed to 9:45 am
28, 31 October and 4 November
The actual opening time is subject to further adjustment according to the latest progress of the morning trackwork. We apologize for any inconvenience caused.
Adverse weather arrangement
Penfold Park will remain closed if the Black Rainstorm Warning is in effect before the Park opens. Subject to the latest conditions of the Park, it will be re-opened two hours after the warning signal is lowered.
Penfold Park will be closed when the tropical cyclone warning signal No. 8 or above, or any extreme conditions (collectively referred to as the "Signal"), is announced by the government. Subject to the latest conditions of the Park, it will be re-opened two hours after the signal is lowered.
See Penfold Park Rules
Penfold Park will be closed when the tropical cyclone warning signal No. 8 or above, or any extreme conditions (collectively referred to as the "Signal"), is announced by the government. Subject to the latest conditions of the Park, it will be re-opened two hours after the signal is lowered.
See Penfold Park Rules
Penfold Park enhancement work
The Hong Kong Jockey Club (“Club”) is committed to enhancing the visitor experience and has been working continuously to upgrade community facilities within and around Sha Tin Racecourse. Located in the infield of Sha Tin Racecourse, Penfold Park (“the Park”) has been serving the community for more than 40 years.
To keep abreast of the aspirations and needs of the community, the Park has been undergoing renovation and enhancement works by two phases since February 2023, with the first phase to be re-opened in mid July 2024 to the public. Phase 2 construction works will be commenced immediately after re-opening of Phase 1 areas. Phase 2 enhancement works will last for approximately 17 months. The whole Park is tentatively to be reopen to the public with a brand-new look in late 2025, offering the community a significantly improved experience.
Once the enhancement works is completed, Penfold Park will be an inclusive park catering for people from all walks of life, equipped with a wide range of facilities for the enjoyment and convenience of families with children, pet lovers, wheelchair users and the elderly.
During the construction period, the park will remain partially open with no change in opening hours (Please refer to the site plan for details).
To protect egret and wildlife at the park, as well as to minimize disturbance to the community, the Club’s contractor will adopt a series of remedial measures, with a view to mitigating noise, dust and other potential impact. Relevant measures have been approved by the Environmental Protection Department and Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department. Moreover, there will be clear demarcation for closure and open areas, and sufficient wayfinding at the park to ensure the safety of members of the public.
For further information of the Penfold Park Community Project, please refer to the Club’s website, social media, park notice at entrance area or contact the Club’s customer care via hotline (Tel: 1817) or email (Email Address: customer.care@hkjc.com).
July 2024
To keep abreast of the aspirations and needs of the community, the Park has been undergoing renovation and enhancement works by two phases since February 2023, with the first phase to be re-opened in mid July 2024 to the public. Phase 2 construction works will be commenced immediately after re-opening of Phase 1 areas. Phase 2 enhancement works will last for approximately 17 months. The whole Park is tentatively to be reopen to the public with a brand-new look in late 2025, offering the community a significantly improved experience.
Once the enhancement works is completed, Penfold Park will be an inclusive park catering for people from all walks of life, equipped with a wide range of facilities for the enjoyment and convenience of families with children, pet lovers, wheelchair users and the elderly.
During the construction period, the park will remain partially open with no change in opening hours (Please refer to the site plan for details).
To protect egret and wildlife at the park, as well as to minimize disturbance to the community, the Club’s contractor will adopt a series of remedial measures, with a view to mitigating noise, dust and other potential impact. Relevant measures have been approved by the Environmental Protection Department and Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department. Moreover, there will be clear demarcation for closure and open areas, and sufficient wayfinding at the park to ensure the safety of members of the public.
For further information of the Penfold Park Community Project, please refer to the Club’s website, social media, park notice at entrance area or contact the Club’s customer care via hotline (Tel: 1817) or email (Email Address: customer.care@hkjc.com).
July 2024
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