The Royal Enclosure
is the most prestigious and the Queen Anne is the second most formal enclosure, with the Village and Windsor Enclosures offering a more relaxed atmosphere. The Royal Enclosure is where the Queen and other members of the royal family sit.
Can you take a picnic into Royal Ascot?
Informal picnics are permitted into the car parks, however, formal entertaining is prohibited
. We do not allow barbecues or hot food to be brought onto racecourse property. This includes all enclosures, coach and car parks.
Can you take alcohol into Royal Ascot?
Alcohol at Royal Ascot
To embrace the celebratory nature of Royal Ascot, each customer (over the age of 18) is permitted to bring with them one regular bottle of sparkling wine or champagne per person, with the exception of the Dubai Duty Free Shergar Cup when no alcohol is permitted to be brought on site.
What is the drink for the Royal Ascot?
Pimm’s Cups
are popular at many summer horse racing meets in the UK, including the Royal Ascot (remember Eliza Doolittle in My Fair Lady?). This version was whipped up in honor of No Nay Never, a horse who made his mark at Royal Ascot in 2013 when he won the prestigious Norfolk stakes.
What do you wear to Queen Anne enclosure Royal Ascot?
Ladies within the Queen Anne Enclosure are required to dress in a manner as befits a formal occasion and are kindly asked to take note of the following:
A hat, headpiece or fascinator should be worn at all times
. Strapless and sheer dresses and tops are not permitted.
What is the dress code for the Queen Anne enclosure at Ascot?
Gentlemen are required to wear
a full-length suit with a collared shirt and tie
, and kindly asked to take note of the following: Jackets and trousers should be of matching colour and pattern. A tie should be worn at all times. Bow ties and cravats are not permitted.
Can I use cash at Ascot?
All areas will have an on-course bookmaker as well as Bet With Ascot facilities, with
cash and card payments accepted
.
Can I bring food to Ascot races?
Ascot will be selling food and drink for consumption
. Alcohol will only be served to seated customers. Picnics or furniture will not be permitted. Ascot Racecourse will be operating a cashless event other than for on-course bookmakers who will accept cash.
How many can go to Ascot?
While
12,000 guests
are now allowed at Royal Ascot, all attendees are also required to get COVID tests before entering the event. Here, read about Royal Ascot’s history, and what the event looked like in prior years.
Can you wear jeans to Royal Ascot?
A tie should be worn at all times. Bow ties or cravats may also be worn in the Village Enclosure. Socks must be worn and should cover the ankle.
Jeans and trainers are not permitted
.
Will the Queen be attending Royal Ascot 2021?
The Queen made an appearance on Day Five after missing last year for the first time in 68 years
. This week, several senior members of the royal family joined other horse racing enthusiasts in Ascot, England for the 2021 Royal Ascot races.
What time do the gates open at Royal Ascot?
Gates open at
10.30am each day
. The first race is at 2.30pm each day. The last race is at 6.10pm followed by communal singing around the bandstand at approximately 6.40pm.
What should you not wear to Ascot?
Dresses and skirts should be of modest length defined as falling just above the knee or longer. Dresses and tops should have straps of one inch or greater.
Strapless, off the shoulder, halter neck and spaghetti straps
are not permitted. Dresses and tops with sheer straps and sleeves are also not permitted.
Can I wear a fascinator to Ascot?
6. Hats should be worn; however a headpiece which has a solid base of 4 inches (10cm) or more in diameter is acceptable as an alternative to a hat.
Fascinators are not permitted
.
Do you need a tie at Ascot?
A tie should be worn
and socks must be worn and cover the ankle. Novelty garments, as well as jeans, chinos and trainers are not allowed to be worn.
Is there seating in the Queen Anne enclosure?
The Queen Anne Enclosure benches offer guaranteed seating for groups of up to six people
within the Queen Anne East Trackside Lawn.
How many enclosures does Ascot have?
There are
four enclosures
at Royal Ascot, three of them open to the public. Each enclosure has an atmosphere of its own, offering a unique Royal Ascot experience.
How do you get into the Royal Enclosure at Ascot?
How can I access the Royal Enclosure? The Royal Enclosure runs on a strict basis in which only those who are a member or have been invited by a member may enter.
To join the exclusive club you must be sponsored by two current members. You also have to be 18 or over and be prepared to pay a £70 joining fee
.
Do you have to wear a mask at horse racing?
All racecourse attendees must comply with the BHA COVID-19 Requirements, which stipulate that
attendees must, where required, wear face coverings and/or appropriate PPE
. A failure to comply may result in removal from the racecourse and a period of exclusion from all racecourse premises.
Can I take an umbrella to Ascot?
Take an umbrella. Let’s face it, even though it’s June it’s bound to rain at some point – this is England after all.
Don’t get caught out and pop an umbrella in your bag
. You won’t regret it, especially if you’re watching the action where there isn’t very much in the way of cover.
Do you need to be vaccinated to go to Ascot?
Upon entry to the Racecourse
each ticket holder over the age of 18 will be required to show either a valid covid vaccine passport
or proof of a negative lateral flow test taken within 48 hours of arrival.
Can anyone go to Royal Ascot?
The Royal Enclosure is open to Members only
, whereas the Queen Anne Enclosure is available for general admission.
