Ascot Racecourse

Book Tickets Online

About

Ascot Racecourse is synonymous with quality, excellence and a truly memorable day out. It was while riding out from Windsor Castle in 1711 that Queen Anne first saw the land that had potential for horseracing. Inspired by what she had discovered, the inaugural event – Her Majesty’s Plate – was held at Ascot upon her request that August.

Over the years the patronage of thirteen monarchs has helped make Ascot one of the world’s best-loved racecourses and it remains a pillar of British sporting and social culture. Covering 179 acres, the racecourse welcomes over 630,000 guests each year and is the home of some of the sport’s most prestigious race meetings ensuring that Ascot’s stature, reputation and famed celebration of occasion is admired the world over.

Alongside Royal Ascot, the racecourse’s famous five-day meeting, Ascot hosts an additional 21 racedays throughout the year, each with its own unique character offering the perfect day out and the opportunity to celebrate any occasion.

It’s not just horseracing, with magnificent grounds, excellent facilities and a wealth of indoor space, the racecourse is a superb location to host conferences, weddings, exhibitions, private parties and corporate events. Several non-racing events also take place at intervals throughout the year, including the ever-popular Luna Cinema and our renowned Christmas Party evenings.

Maintaining the balance between tradition and innovation makes Ascot racecourse a unique sporting venue. Explore what’s on offer in 2022 and find your next day out.

For more information on upcoming events, current prices or to book call 0344 346 300 or visit ascot.co.uk

Memberships At Ascot

Ascot Racecourse is delighted to share with you, a new and exciting stable of annual Memberships for 2022. Our three new memberships, King Edward VII, Queen Anne Annual, and Queen Anne are designed to offer flexibility and premier benefits to our valued racegoers all year long. Pricing starts from just £99 per person. Find out more

Online Ascot Shop

We are delighted to announce the launch of the brand new online Ascot Shop, giving you the opportunity to have a little piece of Ascot delivered directly to your door.

Shop from an exciting new variety of menswear, ladieswear and childrenswear, including summer t-shirts, cosy sweatshirts and tote bags. Not to mention a range of home gifts, accessories and souvenirs to bring you a little closer to the world's finest racecourse.

The Ascot Fan Pass

Download the brand new Ascot Fan Pass - your digital portal to fantastic prizes, exclusive offers and the latest updates from the world’s finest racecourse. Download your very own Ascot Fan Pass directly to your Apple Wallet or Google Wallet and you will be entered into an exclusive prize draw each month. Find out more.

Book Tickets

Guide Prices

Tickets from £19pp. Under 18s race free.

Events

Friday, 6th October 2023 - Saturday, 7th October 2023

Autumn Racing Weekend at AscotThere’ll be hops and skips for sure but no jumps as this is the penultimate meeting of Ascot’s Flat season, join us for guaranteed action and thrilling racing at this beer and racing event. 6th & 7th October: more info

Saturday, 21st October 2023 - Saturday, 21st October 2023

QIPCO British Champions DayDon’t miss the thrilling finale to the British Flat season as the leading horses and jockeys from Europe and beyond descend on Ascot in their quest to be crowned the champions of 2023.: more info

Saturday, 4th November 2023 - Saturday, 4th November 2023

Fireworks Spectacular Family Raceday at Ascot RacecourseThe Jumps season returns with a bang to Ascot! Enjoy high-quality racing followed by one of the region's largest fireworks displays where the breathtaking pyro-musical show will feature over 20,000 fireworks.: more info

Friday, 22nd December 2023 - Saturday, 23rd December 2023

Howden Christmas Racing Weekend at AscotGather family, friends and colleagues to enjoy the most valuable meeting of Ascot’s Jumps season, as the Christmas holidays begin in earnest.: more info

Join in and share your images

Share your images on Instagram and your images could appear in our gallery like the images below!

Facilities

Accessibility

Disabled Parking
Guide Dogs Permitted - Only working dogs permitted
Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
Ramp/Level Access - Level access to ticket and information point, gift shop, public toilets, dining area.

Catering

Cafe - Café style restaurant usually available on racedays, further details at ascot.co.uk/food-and-drinks
Catering for groups - Further details on group catering options at ascot.co.uk or by calling 0344 346 3000
Catering Provided
Full liquor licence
On-Site cafe/restaurant - Further details on catering options at ascot.co.uk
Outdoor eating area - Visit www.ascot.co.uk/picnic-policy for guidelines if you intend on bringing your own picnic.
Picnic area - If you intend to bring your own picnic please view our picnic policy in advance: Ascot Racedays ascot.co.uk/ascot-policies/picnics-at-ascot-racedays. Royal Ascot www.ascot.co.uk/ascot-policies/royal-ascot-picnics
Picnic Site - Visit www.ascot.co.uk/picnic-policy for guidelines if you intend on bringing your own picnic.
Refreshments Available
Restaurant
Vegetarians catered for

Children & Infants

Babes in Arms
Baby changing
Children’s packs - At selected racedays
Children's Meals
Family Friendly, Children Welcome
Highchair(s) available - Please notify us of your requirement in advance
Indoor children’s play area - Soft play area available on selected racedays
Outdoor children’s play area - Free child friendly activities available on selected racedays

Establishment Features

All weather attraction
Cloakroom
Conference facilities - Further details at ascot.co.uk/venue-hire-conferences-events
Event Venue - Further details at ascot.co.uk/venue-hire-conferences-events
Gift shop - Further details at ascot.co.uk/shopping-and-collections
Groups welcome
Guided tours
Guided tours by arrangement
Licensed for alcohol
Licensed for weddings & ceremonies
Live Music - Live music on selected racedays
Marquee Space Available
Meeting rooms
No Pets
Open all year round - Open all year for pre-booked events
Prior Booking Recommended
Stag and hen parties welcome
Team / Corporate Activities
Toilets

Leisure Facilities

Themed Nights - Themed racedays and Christmas parties, see ascot.co.uk for details

Parking & Transport

Coach parking - Further information on parking at ascot.co.uk/directions
Free parking - On selected racedays. Further information at ascot.co.uk/directions
Green Transport - Green Line from London.Buses and coaches from Slough, Windsor and Bracknell.
Off-road parking - Further information on parking at ascot.co.uk/directions
On Site Car Parking - Also available for Limousines, Minibuses and Coaches. Further information at ascot.co.uk/directions
On site parking - Also available for Limousines, Minibuses and Coaches. Further information at ascot.co.uk/directions
On site parking close by - Also available for Limousines, Minibuses and Coaches. Further information at ascot.co.uk/directions
Parking (charge) - Further information at ascot.co.uk/directions
Parking (free) - On selected racedays. Further information at ascot.co.uk/directions
Railway station within 5 miles
Railway station within walking distance

Payment Methods

American Express accepted
Delta accepted
Diners Club accepted
Groups Accepted - Actively encouraged
Maestro Accepted
MasterCard accepted
Solo accepted
Special group rates - See ascot.co.uk for details
Visa accepted

Provider Preferences

In countryside
Outdoor Attraction
Smoking Some Areas
Some no smoking areas

Specialist Features

Baggage Storage
Family Fun
Marketed Towards Children - Free Colts and Fillies Club for Children under 18. See ascot.co.uk/membershipssss/memberships/colts-and-fillies-club
Marketed Towards Families - Free admission for accompanied children under 18-years (excl. Royal Ascot)
Marketed Towards Senior Citizens
Marketed towards student/youth - Star Card for 18-24 year olds give discounted entry on selected days. See ascot.co.uk/membershipssss/memberships/star-card

Tours and Demonstrations

Guided Tours Available for Groups - Racedays Only
Guided Tours Available for Individuals - Racedays only

Travel & Trade

Group discounts available
Wi-fi available

Special Offers

Ascot Racecourse Membership

Looking for the gift that keeps on giving all year round?

Ascot’s Queen Anne Membership the perfect gift to offer your friends or family as they have the chance to not just enjoy 1 or 2, but 5 racedays throughout the year alongside additional member benefits from as little as £99.

Find out more here.

Vouchers for Gifts and Experiences - redeem this special offer immediately
More offers like this - Vouchers for Gifts and Experiences

TripAdvisor

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:

1035 reviews

Excellent
609
Very Good
253
Average
83
Poor
52
Terrible
38

Recent Reviews:

Charlie C
Awful atmosphere and transport options
Saturday, 12th August 2023
We’ve just been to the Dubai duty free day. So over crowded, bar queues miles long, drunken and aggressive people at times in the crowds. Little security around to oversee this. The racing was... Read full review
keithmB8707IZ
Ridiculous Queues for Everything. Staff not Properly Trained
Monday, 14th August 2023
We arrived in what we thought was plenty of time. Car-parking was easy. Collecting our tickets was easy too. Getting into the venues wasn't easy. There was a huge line entering the racecourse with... Read full review
Sarah C
Orpington, United Kingdom
Greedy Greedy Ascot, never again
Tuesday, 15th August 2023
We went to Ascot on Saturday 12th August. A group of 7 of us in the Queen Anne Enclosure. We eventually arrived at 2pm due to the train trouble. It was so busy , the queues for drink was ridiculous... Read full review

Write a review

Map & Directions

Map Link

View Map

Road Directions

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 A332Windsor by-pass to Ascot.

All visitors are advised to arrive as early as possible to avoid delays.

Public Transport Directions

Trains - South Western Railways runs a frequent service to Ascot from both Reading and London Waterloo. The average journey time is 27 minutes from Reading and 52 minutes from Waterloo. Regular services also run from Guildford. The railway station is a seven-minute walk from the racecourse. Please note that Ascot is not within the London Oyster Card Zone.

Bus - Green Line bus service to and from Ascot to London, Reading, Bracknell and Slough. White Bus Service between Ascot and Windsor. Usual Ascot stop is Heatherwood Hospital, a short walk from Ascot Racecourse.

Awards

Regional and Miscellaneous - WTTC Safe Travels 2021

Opening Times

2023 (1 Jan 2023 - 31 Dec 2023)

Ascot Racecourse, Windsor and MaidenheadAs a venue, Ascot Racecourse is as versatile as it is inspirational. Epitomising British elegance and finesse, we are proud to provide an iconic canvas for any business event or social occasion of up to 3,000 guests.

Ascot Racecourse online shop, Windsor and MaidenheadHave a little piece of Ascot delivered directly to your door with the Ascot Racecourse online shop!

Follow Us...

My Planner