Royal Ascot Hats

Over the years, Ascot has become identical with fashion and hats, in particular, take on a whole new importance during the meeting.
According to the Royal Ascot dress code, "hats or a substantial fascinator must be worn in the Royal Enclosure" but even those who are not in the Royal Enclosure, take a chance to wear a hat.
All types can be seen from the weird and wonderful to the downright bizarre, with women trying to get them noticed by the hat they are wearing.

Royal Ascot - Fashion

All styles, colours and designs are on show at Royal Ascot as women try to create their own individual mark during the meeting.
Some will have spent hundreds on a designer outfit while others will spend less but still manage to look stylish and sophisticated, whatever the weather.
But there are some careful rules to be followed, especially for the Royal Enclosure, laid down by the course.
Off the shoulder, halter necks, spaghetti straps and dresses with a strap of less than one inch and/or mini skirts are considered unsuitable. Midriffs must also be covered.

Royal Ascot - Social Highlights Of British Summer

The Royal Ascot gathering is certainly one of the racing and social highlights of the British summer.
First held in 1711, the first four-day get-together took place in 1768 with the Gold Cup commenced in 1807 and in 2002, the meeting expanded to five days to mark the Queen's Golden Jubilee.
The course closed for a £185m redevelopment in 2004, and the 2005 Royal meeting was staged in York which proved a memorable experience.
The new Ascot as well as an impressive new Grandstand, was released in June 2006 by the Queen, the owner of the Ascot estate.

Royal Ascot - Famous faces

Royal Ascot always attracts its fair share of personalities from the worlds of show business and fashion.
Socialite Ivana Trump, the ex-wife of Donald Trump, is a regular at the meeting and is always among the most stylish, last year creating a stir with an elegant pink ensemble
Model Jodie Kidd is an enthusiastic horsewoman and polo player and has joined the meeting for a number of years.
The 29-year-old, who has been part of the BBC's coverage in the past, grew up around horses and her family have been involved in show jumping and polo down the decades.

Royal Ascot - Overseas stars

The number of abroad horses who come to race at Ascot is rising year after year.
One of the most high-profile has been Australian contestant conquest Target who won the King's Stand Stakes in 2006 before completing fourth in the same race last year and losing out to Soldier's Tale in the Golden Jubilee Stakes.
Joe Janiak's accuse, who will be ridden by regular pilot Jay Ford, is in good form after an impressive win in the International Sprint in Singapore last month.
But the nine-year-old will face a tough challenge from home favourite Fleeting Spirit and fellow Australian hope Magnus.

Royal Ascot - The Queen

The most famous personality of all those who attend Royal Ascot is the Queen, who heads the daily procession down the course to the Royal Enclosure.
As a 19-year-old in 1945, Princess Elizabeth attended the meeting for the first time, starting a long association.
The Queen is known for her love of racing and she has enjoyed 19 winners at Royal Ascot, the first was Choir Boy, who won the Royal Hunt Cup in 1952.
But nowadays, there is as much interest in what the monarch is wearing with a flurry of bets on what colour outfit she will sport.

TRAVELLING TO ASCOT

Ascot Racecourse is ideally situated in beautiful wooded countryside adjoining Windsor
Great Park and about 50 minutes drive or train journey from London. Located close to
the M3, M4, M40 and M25 motorways and to London Heathrow for international visitors,
Ascot offers easy access for all racegoers, wherever their departure point.
BY ROAD:
From London and the North
M4 Junction 6 onto the A332 Windsor by-pass and follow
the signs to Ascot.
From the West
M4 Junction 10 to the A329(M) signed to Bracknell and follow
the signs to Ascot.
From the South and East
M3 Junction 3 onto the A332 signed to Bracknell and follow
the signs to Ascot.
From the Midlands
M40 southbound, Junction 4. Take the A404 towards the M4
(Junction 8/9). On the M4 head towards Heathrow / London.
Leave M4 at Junction 6 and follow A332 Windsor by-pass to Ascot.
All visitors are advised to arrive as early as possible and before
12.00 midday at the latest during Royal Ascot week to avoid delays.

BY RAIL:
There is a frequent service to Ascot from both Reading and London
Waterloo. The average journey time is 30 minutes from Reading and
50 minutes from Waterloo.
Regular services also run from Guildford. The railway station is a sevenminute
walk from the Racecourse.
For more details, please call National Rail Enquiries on 08457 484950.

BY AIR:
There is a helicopter landing facility close to the racecourse, although
this is not suitable for fixed wing private aircraft. Please call Helicopter
and Aviation Services on 01427 718 800 or fax 01427 718 811.
The two nearest airfields are Fairoaks, Chobham (01276 857 300) and
White Waltham, Maidenhead (01628 823 272) which are both about
nine miles away.

A MAGNIFICENT VENUE FOR A WEALTH OF

Ascot has built and maintained and unrivalled position on the global stage as the world's most
famous racecourse for almost 300 years. With the annual racing calendar accounting for only
25 days per year, there is ample opportunity to use the spectacular facilities for a wealth of
private and business events on non-racedays.

The facilities within the Grandstand boast 300 separate meeting and dining rooms, which have the capability to cater
for groups of ten to 3,000 people. Meanwhile the Pavilion, Queen Anne Rooms and Exhibition Hall all retain their
original historic features, combining the heritage and elegance of Ascot with modern business and event facilities
for up to 1,100 people in a theatre layout.
All rooms have been equipped with the latest wireless technology and many have audio visual equipment to ensure
that they are an ideal setting for any conference, training event or product launch.
Ascot is a truly superb setting whether it’s for a grand banquet, small dinner party or wedding reception. Licensed to
conduct civil ceremonies, Ascot offers you the opportunity to make and celebrate your vows, all in the one glorious
location. Underneath the almost cathedral-like span of its vaulted ceiling, the awe-inspiring architecture of the
Grandstand provides many splendid options for wedding ceremonies and receptions.
For further information on private hire and special events at Ascot, please contact the business and events team
on 0870 727 8765 or email: businessandevents@ascot.co.uk

Royal Ascot - Dress Code

Ascot and fashion are two words that will be forever linked. As well as
being the highlight of our racing year, the Royal Meeting is one of the
most important events in the Summer social calendar.

ROYAL ENCLOSURE DRESS CODE
Her Majesty’s Representative wishes to point out that only formal day dress
with a hat or substantial fascinator will be acceptable.
Off the shoulder, halter neck, spaghetti straps and dresses with a strap of less than
one inch and / or mini skirts are considered unsuitable. Midriffs must be covered and
trouser suits must be full length and of matching material and colour.
Gentlemen are required to wear either black or grey morning dress, including
a waistcoat, with a top hat. Hats must be worn at all times when in the Royal
Enclosure other than within a private box or facility. Note that box balconies and
restaurant terraces will be deemed to be “within” the facility.
Overseas visitors are welcome to wear the formal national dress of their country
or Service Dress. Ladies and Gentlemen not complying with the above dress regulations will be asked to leave the Royal Enclosure and relieved of their Royal Enclosure badge.


GENERAL ADMISSION DRESS CODE
Ladies are required to dress in a manner appropriate to a smart occasion. Many wear hats although this is not obligatory. Gentlemen are required to wear a shirt and tie, preferably with a suit or jacket. Please note that jeans, shorts, t-shirts and sports attire (including football and rugby shirts, sweatshirts and trainers) are not permitted.

List Of Ascot Restaurant

PARADE RING RESTAURANT

Enjoy the very best of Ascot in the Parade Ring Restaurant, a venue unsurpassed by any other
racecourse in the world. Complete with its own exclusive balcony, this stunning venue is
located at the very heart of the Grandstand, overlooking the breathtaking 8,000 capacity
Parade Ring and Winners’ Enclosure

WINDSOR FOREST RESTAURANT

The Windsor Forest is a beautifully intimate dining room with a private bar area accommodating 60 to 70 guests. From the private balcony, situated just past the winning post, Windsor Forest
guests have a unique opportunity to be close to the racing action and enjoy some of the
best views.

PANORAMIC RESTAURANT

Resting majestically under the spreading branches of the ‘parasol’ roof at the apex
of the Grandstand, the Panoramic Restaurant commands beautiful far-reaching views
overlooking the racecourse and Windsor Great Park beyond.

TRACKSIDE RESTAURANT

The Trackside Restaurant is created especially for the five days of the Royal Meeting.
This luxury marquee with elegant ivory and cream décor exudes a quintessential English
ambience that encapsulates the essence of Ascot’s classic heritage, with a modern twist.

Royal Ascot Ticket Prices

We are excited to announce the prices for Ascot 2009

Dates for Royal Ascot 2009: Tuesday 16th June - Saturday 20th June 2009

General Admission	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat
Standard Ticket Price	£56	£56	£66	£62	£62
Early Booking Discount *	£47	£47	n/a	n/a	£47
Groups 10+	£42	£42	n/a	n/a	£42
Silver Ring 2009	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat
Standard Ticket Price	£16	£16	£26	£21	£21
Early Booking Discount*	£14	£14	n/a	n/a	£14
Groups 10+	£13	£13	n/a	n/a	£13

Royal Ascot Event - The World's Oldest Racing Event

Well, we know that the Royal Ascot is the world’s oldest racing event, and that it was established in 1711. Even a quick glance at pictures of the grounds proves this. Bringing in over 300,000 spectators, it’s the largest racing event in Europe.

We also know all about it being one of the big events on the British’social calendar’, with its strict dress code and High Society etiquette. To get into the Royal Enclosure (the best seats in the house), you need to be invited by someone who has been to the track four times already. There’s a whole host of rules that today’s sport fan might find a little out-dated, like the Picnic Policy, the fashion shoots and a whole host of other strange habits from a by-gone era.

But there’s one thing that we don’t know - who’s going to win this year’s Royal Ascot.
And it’s just this reason that makes the betting so exciting.

Some are looking to Russian Rhythm, trained by the famous Sir Michael Stoute. It’s possible - Russian Rhythm won it in 2003. Others are pointing at Banks Hill, Andre Fabre’s filly. Maybe: Banks Hill took the Breeders’ Cup and Mare Turf in 2001. But it seems the biggest opinion is sitting with Indian Ink, last year’s winner. Trained by Richard Hannon, based in East Everleigh Stables, Indian Ink just might surprise even the most experienced bookie.

Even if you’re not a hardcore better, a day out to Royal Ascot is sure to please. We’ve got tickets here at The Online Ticket Exchange - book them now!

Royal Ascot Gallery

Royal Ascot Racecourse

Ascot Racecourse was founded in 1711 by Queen Anne. The first race, 'Her Majesty's Plate,' with a purse of 100 guineas, was held on August 11, 1711. Royal Ascot is one of the world renowned horse racing event that attracts throusands of people each year from all over the world. Royal Ascot is world's famous and prestigous horseracing events, where top class racing is combined with traditional style, giving the viewer a unique thinking and experience that they will never forget.
Ascot Racecourse is an English racecourse, located in the village of Ascot, Berkshire used for thoroughbred horse racing. It is one of the leading racecourses in the United Kingdom, hosting 9 of the UK's 31 annual Group 1 races, the same number as Newmarket. The course is closely associated with the British Royal Family, being approximately six miles from Windsor Castle, and owned by the Crown Estate

Royal Ascot Tickets On Sale!

If you are a keen of race who prefer to plan in advance, then the good news is the dates for Royal Ascot 2009 have now been announced. Royal Ascot 2009 starts on Monday 16th June 2009 through until Friday 20th June 2009. Ladies Day is on Wednesday 18th June 2009.

So, if you are looking to book the very best tickets for Royal Ascot, even if you can’t get the tickets, now would be a good opportunity to secure the best tickets. There are a lot of tickets agent who are selling Royal Ascot 2009 tickets. The list of popular ticket agents are as under:

• http://www.ascot.co.uk/
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• http://www.theonlineticketexchange.com
• www.sports-index.co.uk/