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Ascot Racecourse

Ascot Racecourse is a horse-racing track in Ascot, Berkshire, England. It opened in 1711, at the High Street.

History of Ascot Racecourse

1711 – Ascot Racecourse was founded by Queen Anne, and the first race meeting was held on August 11, 1711.

1768 – Ascot held its first four-day Royal Meeting, which became the foundation of the modern Royal Ascot meeting.

1807 – The Gold Cup was introduced at Ascot and later became the feature race of Royal Ascot’s third day.

1813 – An Act of Parliament secured Ascot Heath for future use as a public racecourse.

1825 – King George IV began the Royal Procession tradition at Royal Ascot.

1839 – A new public grandstand opened at Ascot.

1913 – The Ascot Authority was established by Act of Parliament.

1940 – Racing stopped at Ascot during World War II after the racecourse was commandeered by the army.

1943 – Racing resumed at Ascot with an eight-race card.

1965 – Ascot held its first National Hunt meeting.

2005 – Royal Ascot was staged at York while Ascot Racecourse was closed for redevelopment.

2006 – Queen Elizabeth II reopened the redeveloped Ascot grandstand on June 20, 2006. Ascot’s current grandstand reopened after a major redevelopment and remains the main viewing, hospitality, dining, and racegoer facility at the racecourse.

2011 – Ascot began staging QIPCO British Champions Day.

2013 – Estimate won the Gold Cup, becoming the first horse owned by a reigning monarch to win the race.

2016 – The Gold Cup was run as The Gold Cup in Honour of The Queen’s 90th Birthday, marking Queen Elizabeth II’s milestone year at Royal Ascot.

2019 – Stradivarius won the Gold Cup again, giving Frankie Dettori another major Royal Ascot triumph during one of the great modern staying careers.

2020 – Royal Ascot was run behind closed doors for the first time in its history because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Tactical won the Windsor Castle Stakes and became Queen Elizabeth II’s 24th and final Royal Ascot winner.

2023 – The six-furlong Group 1 sprint on the final day of Royal Ascot was permanently renamed the Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes in memory of Queen Elizabeth II.

2025 – Royal Ascot marked the 200th anniversary of the Royal Procession, continuing a tradition that began with King George IV in 1825.

  • Facts about the Swinley Bottom
    • Swinley Bottom is the low-lying section of Ascot’s course where the track descends before rising toward the finish.
    • The name comes from the nearby historic Swinley area, with “bottom” referring to lower ground.

Flat Course

  • Ascot’s Flat course is a turf course with three main configurations: the right-handed round course, the straight mile course, and the Old Mile course.
  • Right-Handed Round Course
    • The round Flat course is right-handed and measures approximately 14 furlongs. It includes a run-in of about 2 1/2 furlongs, giving the course a long finishing stretch after the final turn.
    • The round course descends into Swinley Bottom before rising toward the winning post. The climb from Swinley Bottom to the finish creates a physically demanding closing section.
  • Straight Mile Course
    • The straight mile course is used for distances from five furlongs up to one mile. This section runs directly toward the winning post and is separate from the round-course layout.
    • The straight course can drain more quickly than other parts of the racecourse, so ground conditions may differ from the round course.
  • Old Mile Course
    • The Old Mile course joins the round course at Swinley Bottom. This layout gives Ascot another Flat-course configuration between the straight mile and the full round course.
    • Horses using the Old Mile course enter the same rising section from Swinley Bottom toward the winning post. Because of this connection, the Old Mile course shares Ascot’s uphill run to the finish.

Hurdle Course

  • Ascot’s hurdle course is part of the racecourse’s National Hunt layout.
  • The hurdle course is positioned inside the Flat course and uses Ascot’s right-handed National Hunt layout.
  • The course includes the climb from Swinley Bottom toward the winning post.
  • The hurdle course has six flights of hurdles and is about 1 mile and 5 furlongs in circumference.

Chase Course

  • Ascot’s chase course is part of the racecourse’s National Hunt layout.
  • The chase course is positioned inside the Flat course and follows a right-handed, triangular configuration.
  • The chase course circuit is about 1 mile and 5 furlongs.
  • The course includes ten fences, with two fences positioned in the straight.
  • The course includes the climb from Swinley Bottom toward the winning post.

Grandstand and Main Facilities

  • The redeveloped grandstand is listed as a 30,000-seat structure and stretches along the racecourse with views across the track, parade areas, hospitality spaces, restaurants, bars, and private boxes.
  • Ascot’s racecourse facilities include grandstand viewing, parade ring access in selected enclosures, trackside lawns, hospitality restaurants, private boxes, bars, casual food outlets, betting facilities, shopping areas, and event spaces.
  • It has 204 private boxes, more than 142 bars and food outlets around the racecourse, and 17 fine dining restaurants during Royal Ascot.

Royal Enclosure

  • The Royal Enclosure is the most exclusive enclosure at Royal Ascot and is open to Royal Enclosure Members and their guests.
  • Its purpose is to provide the most formal Royal Ascot experience, with access to premium viewing, formal gardens, grandstand facilities, restaurants, bars, and hospitality areas.
  • The Royal Enclosure has its own badge rules, access requirements, and formal dress code.
  • Royal Enclosure hospitality includes grandstand restaurants, garden restaurants, and private boxes, with dining and hospitality packages positioned around the most premium parts of the racecourse.

Village Enclosure

  • The Village Enclosure is located in the centre of the racecourse during Royal Ascot.
  • It is designed as a festival-inspired enclosure with race viewing toward the Grandstand and home straight.
  • The Village Enclosure includes live entertainment, food and drink options, summer-style social spaces, and an after-party at the Main Stage for Village Enclosure ticket holders.
  • This enclosure is suited to racegoers looking for a lively Royal Ascot atmosphere with music, social areas, and a less traditional layout than the Grandstand-side enclosures.

Windsor Enclosure

  • The Windsor Enclosure is positioned along the Straight Mile during Royal Ascot.
  • It gives racegoers a close view of horses charging down the straight course, making it one of the most direct race-viewing areas for straight-course contests.
  • The Windsor Enclosure is a more relaxed Royal Ascot option and is listed by Ascot as a vibrant enclosure with no formal dress code.

Fine Dining Restaurants

  • The Panoramic Restaurant is one of Ascot’s premium Royal Ascot fine dining options, located on Level 6 of the Grandstand with views across the track. Ascot lists the Panoramic with private tables for 2 to 12 guests and a capacity of 120.
  • Parade Ring Restaurant is a Royal Ascot fine dining restaurant overlooking the Parade Ring and the track. It is positioned for guests who want a close view of horses before they head onto the course, along with a premium seated dining experience.
  • ON 5 Restaurant is Ascot’s contemporary Grandstand restaurant, named for its location on Level 5. It is used for premium Ascot Raceday hospitality and offers a more refined restaurant setting with strong racecourse views.
  • Windsor Greys Restaurant is located in the Royal Enclosure Gardens and is available to Royal Enclosure Members and their guests. Ascot lists buffet lunch and traditional afternoon tea options for this restaurant.
  • Queen Anne Enclosure Restaurants are Royal Ascot dining options set within the Queen Anne Enclosure, giving guests access to dining while keeping them close to the track, Parade Ring, and Grandstand.

Other Food and Drink Facilities

  • Ascot’s additional food and drink facilities include bars, cafés, casual eateries, champagne bars, enclosure restaurants, and pre-bookable dining spaces located across the racecourse.
  • Food and drink establishments vary by enclosure, fixture, and season, so not every bar, café, restaurant, or concession is available on every raceday.
  • On standard Ascot Racedays, named facilities include Lavazza Tierra Café, Lavazza On 4, Schweppes Fountain House, Bit and Bridle Cocktail Bar, Horsewalk Inn, Caviar Club, Shergar Bar, and The Deli.
  • During Royal Ascot, additional named establishments and hospitality spaces include The Orangerie Bar by Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage, The Mill Reef Wine and Tapas Bar, James Tanner at 1768, 7 Bone at the Queen Anne Kitchen, The Bandstand Tea Room, Ivy Wall Pods, and Harrogate Spring Bar.

Private Boxes

  • Royal Ascot Private Boxes are premium reserved spaces in the Grandstand, available in the Royal Enclosure and Queen Anne Enclosure.
  • These boxes are designed for corporate hospitality, private entertaining, celebrations, and high-end race viewing.
  • Ascot describes private boxes as offering privacy, exclusivity, and service at the heart of the Royal Meeting, with scope to tailor the day around group needs.
  • Private box features can include private dining, bar service, television screens, balcony access, and nearby betting facilities.
  • Street Feast Private Box is a more social private-box package, with a reserved space, private balcony, race views, buffet-style street food, and bar options.

Loges

  • Loges are private spaces at Ascot designed for smaller groups who want a reserved base without booking a full private box.
  • Loges include racecards, car parking, and track views, while food and drink can be pre-purchased and delivered to the space.
  • Admission tickets are purchased separately for Loges, making them a flexible option for guests who want privacy and convenience while still moving around the racecourse.

Enhanced Packages

  • Elite Package in ON 5 Restaurant is an Ascot Raceday hospitality package available for King George Day and QIPCO British Champions Day. It includes King Edward VII Enclosure admission, a private table for 2 to 10 guests, a four-course à la carte menu, racecard, and racing newspaper.
  • Premier Package in Parade Ring Restaurant is listed for QIPCO British Champions Day and includes King Edward VII Enclosure admission, a three-course à la carte menu, afternoon tea, racecard, and racing newspaper.
  • Festival Flavours in Parade Ring Restaurant is available for the Big Ascot Food & Wine Racing Weekend and includes King Edward VII Enclosure admission, lunch with canapés, afternoon tea, drinks, racecard, and racing newspaper.
  • Winning Post Package in The Furlong Club is available for QIPCO British Champions Day and includes Winning Post Enclosure admission, lunch, afternoon tea, and bar service depending on the package.
  • Enhanced packages are useful for guests who want a stronger raceday experience than general admission without booking a full private box.

Queen Anne Enclosure

  • The Queen Anne Enclosure is Ascot’s premier public enclosure at Royal Ascot.
  • It provides access to the Grandstand, Parade Ring viewing, trackside lawns, and the Bandstand area.
  • This enclosure is designed for racegoers who want a full Royal Ascot experience with strong race viewing, formal atmosphere, fashion, food, drink, and post-racing singing around the Bandstand.
  • Queen Anne Enclosure guests have access to a broad range of bars, casual food outlets, hospitality upgrades, and viewing areas.

King Edward VII Enclosure

  • The King Edward VII Enclosure is one of the two principal enclosures used on standard Ascot Racedays outside Royal Ascot.
  • It is positioned as a premium raceday enclosure and gives guests access to Level 4 of the Grandstand.
  • Food and drink options in this enclosure include bars, cocktails, hot drinks, casual dining, and access to selected Queen Anne Enclosure bars and eateries.

Winning Post Enclosure

  • The Winning Post Enclosure is open on selected major Ascot Racedays, including King George Day, the Dubai Duty Free Shergar Cup, and QIPCO British Champions Day.
  • This enclosure is built around the excitement of the finish, giving guests a race-viewing position close to the winning post.
  • Winning Post Enclosure guests can access selected food and drink options, including bars and casual dining, and may also use Queen Anne Enclosure bars.
  • The enclosure is best suited to racegoers who want to be near the decisive point of the race, where the final surge to the line unfolds.

Club-Style Experiences

  • The Furlong Club is a club-style hospitality option used for selected Ascot Racedays, including major fixtures such as QIPCO British Champions Day.
  • The Furlong Club is associated with the Winning Post Package, which includes Winning Post Enclosure admission, a four-course lunch menu, afternoon tea, and bar service depending on the package.
  • Club-style experiences are more social and flexible than traditional seated fine dining, giving guests a hospitality base while keeping the day lively and mobile.

Entertainment and Event Spaces

  • Ascot hosts more than racing, with selected racedays offering live music, family-friendly activities, themed entertainment, and post-racing concerts.
  • The Dubai Duty Free Shergar Cup is one of Ascot’s major entertainment-led racedays, combining racing with live music after the card.
  • Ascot also operates as a venue for conferences, exhibitions, private functions, weddings, product launches, and corporate events outside the racing calendar.
  • Published venue-hire references list Ascot Racecourse as suitable for events ranging from smaller meetings to large-scale functions, with venue hire capacities varying by room and event setup.

Ascot Racecourse Race Schedule

🐎 Flat Live Racing Schedule

  • Ascot’s Flat racing season generally runs from April to October.
  • Royal Ascot is held over five days in June and is Ascot’s signature racing festival.
  • King George Weekend is held in July and is built around the King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes.
  • The Dubai Duty Free Shergar Cup is held in August and uses a team-based jockey competition format.
  • QIPCO British Champions Day is held in October and serves as one of the major finales of the British Flat racing season.

🐎 Jumps Racing Schedule

  • Ascot’s National Hunt season generally runs from October to March.
  • The jumps program includes hurdle races and steeplechase races.

Major Race Events

  • 🐴 Royal Ascot.
  • 🐴  King George Weekend.
  • 🐴  Dubai Duty Free Shergar Cup.
  • 🐴 QIPCO British Champions Day.

Graded Events

Group I Flat Races

  • 🐴 Queen Anne Stakes.
  • 🐴 King Charles III Stakes.
  • 🐴 St James’s Palace Stakes.
  • 🐴 Prince of Wales’s Stakes.
  • 🐴 Gold Cup.
  • 🐴 Commonwealth Cup.
  • 🐴 Coronation Stakes.
  • 🐴 Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes.
  • 🐴 King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes.
  • 🐴 British Champions Sprint Stakes.
  • 🐴 British Champions Fillies & Mares Stakes.
  • 🐴 Queen Elizabeth II Stakes.
  • 🐴 Champion Stakes.

Grade I Jumps Races

  • 🐴 Clarence House Chase.
  • 🐴 Ascot Chase.
  • 🐴 Long Walk Hurdle.

Racecourse Location

  • Ascot Racecourse is located at High Street, Ascot, Berkshire, SL5 7JX, United Kingdom.
  • The racecourse is in Ascot, Berkshire, near Windsor Great Park and about six miles from Windsor Castle.
  • Ascot is about a 50-minute drive or train journey from London.
  • The racecourse is close to the M3, M4, M40, and M25 motorway network, making it accessible from London, the South East, the Midlands, and the wider UK road network.
 

 Parking

  • For standard Ascot racedays, car parking is free during both the Flat and Jump seasons.
  • Ascot usually directs standard raceday guests to Car Park 1 and Car Park 6, although car park use can change by fixture.
  • Public car parking for standard Ascot racedays is not available to pre-book.
  • Royal Ascot car parking must be purchased, and Ascot recommends booking parking in advance.
  • Box holders use Car Park 3, with parking passes included in the ticket pack.
  • Coach parking is available for groups at Royal Ascot, and Ascot’s group information references coach parking for group bookings.
  • Blue Badge holders should display their badge when entering public car parks, where attendants direct them to forward parking areas subject to availability.
 

Train Access

  • South Western Railway runs services to Ascot from Reading, Aldershot, and London Waterloo.
  • Ascot railway station is listed as a seven-minute walk from the racecourse.
  • Oyster and contactless cards are not valid to or from Ascot station.

Taxi and Drop-Off Points

  • For standard Ascot racedays, the designated taxi drop-off point is Car Park 3.
  • For Royal Ascot, Royal Enclosure guests use Car Park 1 or Car Park 3 for taxi drop-off and pick-up, while guests in other enclosures use Car Park 3 or Car Park 6.
  • Chauffeur and vehicle instructions may vary by enclosure and event, especially during Royal Ascot.

Accessibility

  • Ascot publishes accessibility information for general racedays and Royal Ascot.
  • Accessibility topics listed by Ascot include first aid points, assistance dogs, auditory assistance, wheelchair hire and usage, accessible parking and entry, sensory room access, accessible viewing areas, personal assistance tickets, and accessible toilets.
  • Guests requiring accessible access can be accommodated at all racecourse entrances, with ramps and lifts available inside the venue to reach different areas.
  • Ascot provides forward parking for Blue Badge holders in public car parks, subject to availability.
  • Ascot has a dedicated sensory room on Ascot Racedays for guests aged 16 and under with neurodiverse conditions who need a quiet space away from the raceday atmosphere.
  • Racegoers with accessibility needs should review Ascot’s current accessibility guidance before attending because entrance use, parking, viewing areas, and facilities can differ between standard racedays and Royal Ascot.

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