Royal Ascot Tickets, Packages and Transport
Sorry to say that 2024 was PP Travel's last year at Royal Ascot. After 20+ years of enjoyable day trips we made the difficult decision to retire from Royal Ascot.
No tours presently available + Why choose PP Travel for Royal AscotRoyal Ascot is one of the most important race meetings in the world and PP Travel have been successfully running tours to Royal Ascot for 30 years, making us one of the most experienced and largest operators to the event.
PP Travel has the largest exclusive picnic/pre-race party area inside the main coach park (no 10), for all to enjoy upon arriving at Royal Ascot. Situated inside the main 1 mile straight, this is our lunch/party zone for your to enjoy before crossing underneath the main straight at your leisure to enter either the Windsor Enclosure or the Queen Anne Enclosure. We are the largest operator in our field to Royal Ascot.
Lunch includes our wine and cheese tent, along with our BBQ - burgers, bacon and sausage rolls, ideal after a glass or two of bubbly. The lunch is served with an excellent choice of red or white wine which has been carefully selected for its quality. There is always plenty to go around during lunch, along with a selection of lagers, beers and cider. The PP bar at Royal Ascot is renowned for its very generous drink proportions!
Naturally entrance to Royal Ascot is included and you can make your way to the Windsor Enclosure or Queen Anne Enclosure at your leisure any time from the very social car park area, where your luncheon is served.
Windsor Enclosure (previously known as The Silver Ring)
Enjoy close-up views of the Royal Procession as it journeys past the stylish lawns of the Windsor Enclosure. This is the enclosure the horses past first on their way down the home straight when racing begins. It is here that the roar of the crowd starts in earnest, creating an unforgettable atmosphere. The atmosphere in the Windsor Enclosure is always vibrant with guests enjoying betting facilities, artisan food stalls, Champagne and Pimm's bars, and picnics on the lawn. From Thursday onwards, live music plays into the early evening.
Queen Anne Enclosure (previously known as The Grandstand Enclosure)
Grandstand Admission is a premier public enclosure and provides excellent facilities with access to the Pre-Parade Ring, Winners' Enclosure and Parade Ring. On the lawns and terraces of the Queen Anne Enclosure, you can enjoy first-rate views of the day's six races, joining the jubilant crowds as they cheers each winner home. Here you'll be at the heart of the day's activity. Close to the runners and riders in the Pre-Parade and Parade Ring and front row as the Royal Procession passes by the Grandstand.
You will be well served by our tour leaders and staff throughout the lunch as we provide you all with the best information, food, drink and services that will endeavour to make the day as enjoyable as possible for you and all your friends.
Our coaches depart Royal Ascot at 7.30pm - approximately 90 minutes after the last race normally at 6.10pm - ensuring you can make the most of your day and enjoy the bands, the party and sing-a-longs that continue well after the racing has finished.
We proud of our reputation for customer service and providing excellent value tours to Royal Ascot, that are relaxed and - most importantly - fun. Our determination to offer the best customer service possible was demonstrated with the COVID-19 pandemic crisis of 2020/21, when all tours to Royal Ascot were sadly cancelled. Every PP Travel passenger was immediatedly offered full refunds or transfesr to future years. We look forward to have you on board with us for the next fabulous Royal Ascot meeting.
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+ When is Royal Ascot?Royal Ascot is traditionally held over 5 days, Tuesday through Saturday, around mid-June. The Royal Ascot dates for the next year are confirmed by Ascot Racecourse after the running of Royal Ascot in the current year.Dates for Royal Ascot 2025
Royal Ascot 2026 - *Provisional date: Tuesday 16th - Saturday 20th June (subject to change).
*Tuesday, 16th of June 2026 - Queen Anne Stakes Day
*Wednesday, 17th of June 2026 - Prince of Wales Stakes
*Thursday, 18th of June 2026 - Package & Ticket Details
*Friday, 19th of June 2026 - Package & Ticket Details
*Saturday, 20th of June 2026 - Package & Ticket Details
Dates for Royal Ascot 2027
Dates for Royal Ascot 2027 will be announced at some stage after the running of Royal Ascot 2026.
As is always said ... Royal Ascot. Like Nowhere Else.
+ Close+ What is the history of Royal Ascot?The history of Ascot Racecourse dates back over 300 years to the time of Queen Anne (1665-1714). Ascot Racecourse was founded in 1711 by Queen Anne. The first race held at the track was the Her Majesty's Plate on the 11th of August 1711 and carried a prize of 100 guineas. Seven horses competed in this first race which comprised of three separate four-mile (6437 m) heats. Each heat was about the length of the Grand National. Handicap races started at Ascot in 1791 with the first one being the Oatlands Handicap.
Every year Royal Ascot is attended by Elizabeth II and other members of the British Royal Family such as The Prince of Wales. Since 1825 the first highlight of every day is the arrival of the Royal procession at 2pm. Four horse-drawn carriages carry the Queen and guests along the seven furlong straight mile first past the Windsor Enclosure then the Queen Anne Enclosure and Royal Enclosure before traveling under the grandstand to the Parade Ring. On the Queens arrival their is the raising of the Queen's Royal Standard and the days racing can commence.
2002 saw the meet move from 4 days to 5 days to mark The Queen's Golden Jubilee. The Queen attends all 5 days of the Royal meet with guests each day including various members of the Royal family. You may see the likes of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, Earl and Countess of Wessex and Princesses Eugene and Beatrice. Ascot Racecourse is situated ideally just 6 miles from Windsor Castle.
It is a major event in the British social calendar, and press coverage of the attendees and their attire often exceeds coverage of the actual racing. There are four main enclosures attended by guests on Royal Ascot week; The Royal Enclosure, The Queen Anne Enclosure, The Village and The Windsor Enclosure.
Whilst fashion and attendees is a large part of Royal Ascot it is also the most valuable race meet in Britain. In 2018 the 5 day meet saw £7.3 million in prize money. The 5 day meet usually sees 30 races with around 18 at group level of which 8 are usually the highest Group 1 races.
Historically, Ascot Racecourse redevelops every 50 years or so. In 2005, whilst Ascot was closed for its redevelopment, the Royal Meeting was staged in York, providing the city with its biggest ever sporting event. The city, region and racecourse threw themselves into the extravaganza, which saw expansion into the Knavesmire so as to accommodate circa 50,000 people each day.
Ascot's much loved tradition of "singing around the bandstand" or "community singing" began in the 1970s under the stewardship of Lady Beaumont, wife of the then Clerk of the Course, Captain Sir Nicholas Beaumont. The now unmissable sing song of British favourites and flag waving after racing was an immediate success with thousands of racegoers staying on and making it an integral part of their day. Now, traditional singing is listed as part of the day's formal proceedings in the racecard and song books and flags are handed round.
+ Close+ What Royal Ascot hospitality packages does PP Travel offer?PP Travel offers a complete day return coach packages from Central London and meet at Ascot packages to Royal Ascot for Thursday Gold Cup (Ladies Day), Friday Coronation Stakes Day and Saturday Final Day.
All packages include entry ticket to the races in either the Windsor Enclosure or the Queen Anne Enclosure with upgrade options like the Silk Lawns area within the Queen Anne Enclosure.
All packages include our pre-race picnic/party zone, with lunch and drinks (non-alcoholic and alcoholic) served in the coach park area prior to you heading into the races. Lunch service is between 11am and 1pm.
Coach travel inclusive packages include return luxury coach travel between London's Victoria Coach Station and Ascot Racecourse.
+ Close+ What is included in the Royal Ascot package price?Our full coach tour packages for all three Royal Ascot tours includes return executive coach from London to Ascot, buffet style lunch, red or white wine with lunch, along with bubbly, beer and cider. Windsor Enclosure or Queen Anne Enclosure entrance ticket to Royal Ascot racecourse, and, as always, an experienced PP Travel Tour Guide.
+ Close+ Depature point and time for PP Travel Coach trips to Royal Ascot?PP Travel's Royal Ascot coach tours on Thursday, Friday and Saturday depart from Victoria Coach Station.
Victoria Coach Station, Elizabeth St, London SW1W 9RH, United Kingdom
Victoria Coach Station is approximately a 5 minute walk (heels dependant) from Victoria mainline and underground stations.
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Follow this link to see directions from Victoria Rail Station to Victoria Coach Station.
Inside the main door of the coach station is a departure board. You will already have a PP Travel coach number. Find your PP Travel coach number on the departure board to find from which gate your coach will depart for Royal Ascot.
Refreshments
If you arrive early for your departure Victoria Coach Station has several refreshment facilities where you can get tea, coffee, and breakfast items. Please note that most coaches will not permit hot drinks and food on the coach.
Departure Times
Thursday, Ladies Day - Gold Cup: Departure at 09:30am.
Friday, Coronation Stakes Day: Departure at 10:00am.
Saturday, Finale Day: Departure at 10:00am.
Left Luggage
Victoria Coach Station advises that they do have luggage storage facilities available. It is open daily between 08:30 and 22:00. Note that any luggage you do have can travel with you for the day under the coach.
Coaches cannot wait past their departure times so please plan to arrive at Victoria Coach Station at least 30 minutes before departure. Coaches will be there for loading 30 minutes prior to your departure time. It will not be possible to wait past the allotted departure time.
After the days racing at Royal Ascot coaches will return to Victoria Coach Station. The drop off point is opposite the coach station where you would have caught the coach in the morning.
+ Close+ How long is the coach trip from Central London to Ascot Racecourse?Ascot racecourse is situated in the heart of Berkshire in the town of Ascot. Ascot Racecourse is approximately 30 miles west of central London our normal journey time during Royal Ascot is around 90 minutes, however on race day this can vary due to traffic and can exceed 2 hours. PP Travel has coach departures from London's Victoria Coach Station on Thursday, Friday and Saturday of Royal Ascot.
On arrival at Ascot, join our well-known picnic/party zone. Lunch with drinks (alcoholic and non) provided, so you are well fed and ready for a fantastic day at Royal Ascot.
For the return journey we depart Coach Park 10 (where you arrived to) at Ascot Racecourse at 8pm. This is about 90 minutes after the last race of the day. We aim to have you back London Victoria Coach Station around 10pm but this is always dependent on traffic.
+ Close+ Meeting us at Ascot Racecourse. How do you get there?For some people it does not make sense to head into central London for one of our return coach trips to Royal Ascot. If you have chosen one of our packages without the transport to and from London, you will need to make your own way to Ascot Racecourse.
We are easy to find in Coach Park 10 (Red) (location on what3words) where we have a huge grass area for you to spread out on and enjoy your pre-races picnic style buffet lunch with drinks. On arrival to the area the lead person on your booking will be able to collect your racecourse entry tickets.
You can follow this link for directions to Ascot Racecourse and this link for details on how to find PP Travel once there.
+ Close+ At Royal Ascot what is the difference between the Windsor Enclosure and the Queen Anne Enclosure?Queen Anne Enclosure
Named in honour of the racecourse's founding monarch, Royal Ascot's Queen Anne Enclosure is the epicentre of the action. Those with Queen Anne Enclosure admission enjoy uncompromised views, beautifully manicured lawns and atmospheric raised terraces to watch both the Royal Procession and the racing. Strict dress codes are in force for this area. Please note, that during the Royal meeting, your entry ticket will only give you access to the lower sections - mainly the ground floor areas, not up in the grandstand itself. This is known as the Royal enclosure during this meeting and is all reserved seating.
Layout of Queen Anne Enclosure at Royal Ascot 2022
Windsor Enclosure
The general public area during the Royal Ascot meeting is known as the Windsor Enclosure. All our packages include entry to the Windsor. This section is along the home straight in a large lawn area stretching from the 200 metre mark (1 furlong) to the home turn, about 400 metre mark. It is 200 metres at least from the finishing post. During the Royal week, massive marquees are set up, temporary grandstands, bandstands, bars etc.It really is impressive, but not close to the finishing post.
Layout of Windsor Enclosure at Royal Ascot 2022
Lunch is provided in the Coach Park 10 (Red) upon arrival for all PP passengers. As you will be allocated your entry ticket on the coach journey to Ascot, you are then free to make your own way into the course proper at your leisure after lunch.
+ Close+ What food is provided in the lunch at Royal Ascot?The lunch provided for all of our Royal Ascot tours is simple yet extensive. We have a wine and cheese tent, plus our BBQ, where hamburgers, along with bacon/sausage rolls are served. There will be vegetarian options. We can also also provide limited gluten free and dairy free options when requested. If you have any special dietary requirements please inform us upon booking as options cannot be guaranteed on the day of you tour without prior notice. There is also a desserts table, along with coffee and tea.
Drinks!
Racing at Royal Ascot on Ladies Day is not only the most fashionable day out of the year day out, it is also, a big party event - so it would certainly be amiss not to provide drinks with lunch. You have the choice of quality red or white wine with your meal - and there will be plenty provided. Along with sparkling wine you have the choice of sauvignon blanc, chardonnay, rose, merlot, shiraz, rioja as well as cider and beer. A selection of non-alcoholic drinks are also available during lunch.
+ Close+ Where is lunch served for Royal Ascot?Lunch is served in the Coach Park 10 (Red). The area is grassed and we recommend you bring a pinic blanket to sit on. You can bring fold up chairs for both lunch and for the Windsor Enclosure or you can leave your chair on the coach during the day. If you are making your own way to the racecourse, it is your responsiblity to make your own way to Coach Park 10 (Red) for lunch.
After lunch, you are to walk from coach park 10, under the racetrack and into the Windsor or Queen Anne entrances. To the Windsor Enclosure entrance it is about 500 metres walk. For the Queen Anne, it is a further 300 metre walk past the Windsor Enclosure.
+ Close+ What drinks are included with lunch at Royal Ascot?Racing at Royal Ascot on Ladies Day is not only the most fashionable day out of the year day out, it is also, a big party event - so it would certainly be amiss not to provide drinks with lunch. You have the choice of quality red or white wine with your meal - and there will be plenty provided. Along with sparkling wine you have the choice of sauvignon blanc, chardonnay, rose, merlot, shiraz, rioja as well as cider and beer. A selection of non-alcoholic drinks are also available during lunch.
Food - Picnic Style Buffet Lunch
The picnic style buffet lunch PP Travel provides for all of our Royal Ascot tours is simple yet extensive. It is a cold, picnic style buffet and there are plenty of vegetarian options. We can also provide limited gluten free and dairy free options when requested. There is also a sausage sizzle and bacon roll run provided just before heading to the races. If you have any special dietary requirements please inform us upon booking as options cannot be guaranteed on the day of you tour without prior notice. We will take any and all suggestions on board as we continually strive to improve our food offerings. Typically we provide the following types of foods although all may not be available: sausage rolls, pork pies, meatballs, mini sausages, ham, salami, chicken, pizza, quiche, salad, cheese, fruits, sandwiches (various options), nuts, crackers, cakes, slices, biscuits.
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In the Windsor Enclosure and Heath Enclosure Only - Picnics are allowed. However, they must be brought to the racecourse in a picnic hamper or cool bag/box. Please see alcohol allowance. Picnics must be brought in at the time of entry to the enclosure and not on re-entry. Food or drinks of any description will not be allowed in with customers coming in on a re-entry ticket.
If you are coming with a large group and your picnic and Sparkling Wine or Champagne is divided among your hampers, please all arrive together for searching or split the alcohol evenly across the party. Otherwise individuals arriving with more alcohol than food will have to dispose of the excess alcohol.
Sharp bladed kitchen knives will not be permitted.
No food, drinks or snacks are permitted to be brought into the Royal Enclosure or Queen Anne Enclosure.
Alcohol
In the Windsor Enclosure and Heath Enclosure Only - To embrace the celebratory nature of Royal Ascot, each customer (over the age of 18) is permitted to bring with them 1 bottle of sparkling wine or champagne to accompany their picnic. No other type of alcoholic drink will be permitted into the racecourse grounds and all picnics will be searched on entry. Please note that soft drinks will only be permitted into the enclosure with seals intact.
There are a substantial number of bars available inside the enclosures and a link to their menus is attached. We will even be offering bars on the move bringing drinks directly to you to enhance your day with us.
For clarity, bottles of Beer, Cider, Spirits, fortified wines and bottles of Pimm's or similar will not be allowed onto the racecourse.
Alcoholic or soft drinks are not permitted to be brought into the Royal Enclosure or Queen Anne Enclosure.
Ascot Racecourse Ltd has a behavioural management policy and to help us in providing all of our customers with an outstanding experience; no customer deemed to be intoxicated will be permitted onto the Racecourse grounds.
Furniture
During Royal Ascot we allow blankets and fold up chairs into the Windsor Enclosure and Heath Enclosure only.
For all other areas, if you have a need to bring a fold away chair due to a specific medical requirement, please contact our access officer - Access.Officer@ascot.co.uk
Always check the Royal Ascot Picnic policy page on ascot.co.uk for updates and changes to their policy.
+ Close+ Royal Ascot Dress Code - What should I wear to Royal Ascot?Royal Ascot is synonymous with sartorial elegance. This is upheld by their dress code, which invites guests to contribute to an occasion heralded as a major fashion event in its own right. Please note that fancy dress, novelty and branded / promotional clothing are not allowed on site.
Please visit Ascot's Royal Ascot Dress Code and Style Guide for the most up to date information.
+ Close+ Are there any group discount booking deals for Royal Ascot?Book 15 people for any Royal Ascot tour and a 16th person goes free! We offer this discount for groups of 16+ booked and paid by the same person on one invoice at the same time. Please use the promotional code GroupDiscount when making your Royal Ascot online booking.
Note! You will not see a change in price online but the discount will be applied when the PP Travel office staff process your booking.
+ Close+ Do I need travel insurance for Royal Ascot?We encourage all passengers to have adequate travel insurance on our tours as there is always the possibility for injury or loss.
+ Close+ How do I place a bet at Royal Ascot?During the Royal Ascot meetings there are a number of Bookmakers in the Windsor and Queen Anne Enclosures, as well as numerous TOTE outlets. All of them will be able to provide you with the necessary betting assistance and tools to have a flutter.
+ Close+ What happens if I need to cancel?As deposits are non-refundable* so you will unfortunately lose at least this amount if you cancel. Please note that bookings and names are not transferable. If you have paid in full, refunds (if any) due will depend upon when we receive your written cancellation as per the PP Travel booking conditions by fax (+442036031182) or email.
Easiest way to contact us is by replying to your booking confirmation email or following this link to our online contact form.
* Full refund including deposit is available it your booking was made within 7 days and not within 10 days of the first day of your booking.
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Royal Ascot is one of the most important race meetings in the world and PP Travel have been successfully running tours to Royal Ascot for 30 years, making us one of the most experienced and largest operators to the event.
PP Travel has the largest exclusive picnic/pre-race party area inside the main coach park (no 10), for all to enjoy upon arriving at Royal Ascot. Situated inside the main 1 mile straight, this is our lunch/party zone for your to enjoy before crossing underneath the main straight at your leisure to enter either the Windsor Enclosure or the Queen Anne Enclosure. We are the largest operator in our field to Royal Ascot.
Lunch includes our wine and cheese tent, along with our BBQ - burgers, bacon and sausage rolls, ideal after a glass or two of bubbly. The lunch is served with an excellent choice of red or white wine which has been carefully selected for its quality. There is always plenty to go around during lunch, along with a selection of lagers, beers and cider. The PP bar at Royal Ascot is renowned for its very generous drink proportions!
Naturally entrance to Royal Ascot is included and you can make your way to the Windsor Enclosure or Queen Anne Enclosure at your leisure any time from the very social car park area, where your luncheon is served.
Windsor Enclosure (previously known as The Silver Ring)
Enjoy close-up views of the Royal Procession as it journeys past the stylish lawns of the Windsor Enclosure. This is the enclosure the horses past first on their way down the home straight when racing begins. It is here that the roar of the crowd starts in earnest, creating an unforgettable atmosphere. The atmosphere in the Windsor Enclosure is always vibrant with guests enjoying betting facilities, artisan food stalls, Champagne and Pimm's bars, and picnics on the lawn. From Thursday onwards, live music plays into the early evening.
Queen Anne Enclosure (previously known as The Grandstand Enclosure)
Grandstand Admission is a premier public enclosure and provides excellent facilities with access to the Pre-Parade Ring, Winners' Enclosure and Parade Ring. On the lawns and terraces of the Queen Anne Enclosure, you can enjoy first-rate views of the day's six races, joining the jubilant crowds as they cheers each winner home. Here you'll be at the heart of the day's activity. Close to the runners and riders in the Pre-Parade and Parade Ring and front row as the Royal Procession passes by the Grandstand.
You will be well served by our tour leaders and staff throughout the lunch as we provide you all with the best information, food, drink and services that will endeavour to make the day as enjoyable as possible for you and all your friends.
Our coaches depart Royal Ascot at 7.30pm - approximately 90 minutes after the last race normally at 6.10pm - ensuring you can make the most of your day and enjoy the bands, the party and sing-a-longs that continue well after the racing has finished.
We proud of our reputation for customer service and providing excellent value tours to Royal Ascot, that are relaxed and - most importantly - fun. Our determination to offer the best customer service possible was demonstrated with the COVID-19 pandemic crisis of 2020/21, when all tours to Royal Ascot were sadly cancelled. Every PP Travel passenger was immediatedly offered full refunds or transfesr to future years. We look forward to have you on board with us for the next fabulous Royal Ascot meeting.
Royal Ascot is traditionally held over 5 days, Tuesday through Saturday, around mid-June. The Royal Ascot dates for the next year are confirmed by Ascot Racecourse after the running of Royal Ascot in the current year.
*Tuesday, 16th of June 2026 - Queen Anne Stakes Day
*Wednesday, 17th of June 2026 - Prince of Wales Stakes
*Thursday, 18th of June 2026 - Package & Ticket Details
*Friday, 19th of June 2026 - Package & Ticket Details
*Saturday, 20th of June 2026 - Package & Ticket Details
As is always said ... Royal Ascot. Like Nowhere Else.
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Dates for Royal Ascot 2025
Royal Ascot 2026 - *Provisional date: Tuesday 16th - Saturday 20th June (subject to change).*Tuesday, 16th of June 2026 - Queen Anne Stakes Day
*Wednesday, 17th of June 2026 - Prince of Wales Stakes
*Thursday, 18th of June 2026 - Package & Ticket Details
*Friday, 19th of June 2026 - Package & Ticket Details
*Saturday, 20th of June 2026 - Package & Ticket Details
Dates for Royal Ascot 2027
Dates for Royal Ascot 2027 will be announced at some stage after the running of Royal Ascot 2026.As is always said ... Royal Ascot. Like Nowhere Else.
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The history of Ascot Racecourse dates back over 300 years to the time of Queen Anne (1665-1714). Ascot Racecourse was founded in 1711 by Queen Anne. The first race held at the track was the Her Majesty's Plate on the 11th of August 1711 and carried a prize of 100 guineas. Seven horses competed in this first race which comprised of three separate four-mile (6437 m) heats. Each heat was about the length of the Grand National. Handicap races started at Ascot in 1791 with the first one being the Oatlands Handicap.
Every year Royal Ascot is attended by Elizabeth II and other members of the British Royal Family such as The Prince of Wales. Since 1825 the first highlight of every day is the arrival of the Royal procession at 2pm. Four horse-drawn carriages carry the Queen and guests along the seven furlong straight mile first past the Windsor Enclosure then the Queen Anne Enclosure and Royal Enclosure before traveling under the grandstand to the Parade Ring. On the Queens arrival their is the raising of the Queen's Royal Standard and the days racing can commence.
2002 saw the meet move from 4 days to 5 days to mark The Queen's Golden Jubilee. The Queen attends all 5 days of the Royal meet with guests each day including various members of the Royal family. You may see the likes of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, Earl and Countess of Wessex and Princesses Eugene and Beatrice. Ascot Racecourse is situated ideally just 6 miles from Windsor Castle.
It is a major event in the British social calendar, and press coverage of the attendees and their attire often exceeds coverage of the actual racing. There are four main enclosures attended by guests on Royal Ascot week; The Royal Enclosure, The Queen Anne Enclosure, The Village and The Windsor Enclosure.
Whilst fashion and attendees is a large part of Royal Ascot it is also the most valuable race meet in Britain. In 2018 the 5 day meet saw £7.3 million in prize money. The 5 day meet usually sees 30 races with around 18 at group level of which 8 are usually the highest Group 1 races.
Historically, Ascot Racecourse redevelops every 50 years or so. In 2005, whilst Ascot was closed for its redevelopment, the Royal Meeting was staged in York, providing the city with its biggest ever sporting event. The city, region and racecourse threw themselves into the extravaganza, which saw expansion into the Knavesmire so as to accommodate circa 50,000 people each day.
Ascot's much loved tradition of "singing around the bandstand" or "community singing" began in the 1970s under the stewardship of Lady Beaumont, wife of the then Clerk of the Course, Captain Sir Nicholas Beaumont. The now unmissable sing song of British favourites and flag waving after racing was an immediate success with thousands of racegoers staying on and making it an integral part of their day. Now, traditional singing is listed as part of the day's formal proceedings in the racecard and song books and flags are handed round.
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Every year Royal Ascot is attended by Elizabeth II and other members of the British Royal Family such as The Prince of Wales. Since 1825 the first highlight of every day is the arrival of the Royal procession at 2pm. Four horse-drawn carriages carry the Queen and guests along the seven furlong straight mile first past the Windsor Enclosure then the Queen Anne Enclosure and Royal Enclosure before traveling under the grandstand to the Parade Ring. On the Queens arrival their is the raising of the Queen's Royal Standard and the days racing can commence.
2002 saw the meet move from 4 days to 5 days to mark The Queen's Golden Jubilee. The Queen attends all 5 days of the Royal meet with guests each day including various members of the Royal family. You may see the likes of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, Earl and Countess of Wessex and Princesses Eugene and Beatrice. Ascot Racecourse is situated ideally just 6 miles from Windsor Castle.
It is a major event in the British social calendar, and press coverage of the attendees and their attire often exceeds coverage of the actual racing. There are four main enclosures attended by guests on Royal Ascot week; The Royal Enclosure, The Queen Anne Enclosure, The Village and The Windsor Enclosure.
Whilst fashion and attendees is a large part of Royal Ascot it is also the most valuable race meet in Britain. In 2018 the 5 day meet saw £7.3 million in prize money. The 5 day meet usually sees 30 races with around 18 at group level of which 8 are usually the highest Group 1 races.
Historically, Ascot Racecourse redevelops every 50 years or so. In 2005, whilst Ascot was closed for its redevelopment, the Royal Meeting was staged in York, providing the city with its biggest ever sporting event. The city, region and racecourse threw themselves into the extravaganza, which saw expansion into the Knavesmire so as to accommodate circa 50,000 people each day.
Ascot's much loved tradition of "singing around the bandstand" or "community singing" began in the 1970s under the stewardship of Lady Beaumont, wife of the then Clerk of the Course, Captain Sir Nicholas Beaumont. The now unmissable sing song of British favourites and flag waving after racing was an immediate success with thousands of racegoers staying on and making it an integral part of their day. Now, traditional singing is listed as part of the day's formal proceedings in the racecard and song books and flags are handed round.
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PP Travel offers a complete day return coach packages from Central London and meet at Ascot packages to Royal Ascot for Thursday Gold Cup (Ladies Day), Friday Coronation Stakes Day and Saturday Final Day.
All packages include entry ticket to the races in either the Windsor Enclosure or the Queen Anne Enclosure with upgrade options like the Silk Lawns area within the Queen Anne Enclosure.
All packages include our pre-race picnic/party zone, with lunch and drinks (non-alcoholic and alcoholic) served in the coach park area prior to you heading into the races. Lunch service is between 11am and 1pm.
Coach travel inclusive packages include return luxury coach travel between London's Victoria Coach Station and Ascot Racecourse.
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All packages include entry ticket to the races in either the Windsor Enclosure or the Queen Anne Enclosure with upgrade options like the Silk Lawns area within the Queen Anne Enclosure.
All packages include our pre-race picnic/party zone, with lunch and drinks (non-alcoholic and alcoholic) served in the coach park area prior to you heading into the races. Lunch service is between 11am and 1pm.
Coach travel inclusive packages include return luxury coach travel between London's Victoria Coach Station and Ascot Racecourse.
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Our full coach tour packages for all three Royal Ascot tours includes return executive coach from London to Ascot, buffet style lunch, red or white wine with lunch, along with bubbly, beer and cider. Windsor Enclosure or Queen Anne Enclosure entrance ticket to Royal Ascot racecourse, and, as always, an experienced PP Travel Tour Guide.
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PP Travel's Royal Ascot coach tours on Thursday, Friday and Saturday depart from Victoria Coach Station.
Victoria Coach Station, Elizabeth St, London SW1W 9RH, United Kingdom
Victoria Coach Station is approximately a 5 minute walk (heels dependant) from Victoria mainline and underground stations.
Victoria Coach Station departure point on Google Maps and What3Words second.burst.draw
Follow this link to see directions from Victoria Rail Station to Victoria Coach Station.
Inside the main door of the coach station is a departure board. You will already have a PP Travel coach number. Find your PP Travel coach number on the departure board to find from which gate your coach will depart for Royal Ascot.
Refreshments
If you arrive early for your departure Victoria Coach Station has several refreshment facilities where you can get tea, coffee, and breakfast items. Please note that most coaches will not permit hot drinks and food on the coach.
Departure Times
Thursday, Ladies Day - Gold Cup: Departure at 09:30am.
Friday, Coronation Stakes Day: Departure at 10:00am.
Saturday, Finale Day: Departure at 10:00am.
Left Luggage
Victoria Coach Station advises that they do have luggage storage facilities available. It is open daily between 08:30 and 22:00. Note that any luggage you do have can travel with you for the day under the coach.
Coaches cannot wait past their departure times so please plan to arrive at Victoria Coach Station at least 30 minutes before departure. Coaches will be there for loading 30 minutes prior to your departure time. It will not be possible to wait past the allotted departure time.
After the days racing at Royal Ascot coaches will return to Victoria Coach Station. The drop off point is opposite the coach station where you would have caught the coach in the morning.
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Victoria Coach Station, Elizabeth St, London SW1W 9RH, United Kingdom
Victoria Coach Station is approximately a 5 minute walk (heels dependant) from Victoria mainline and underground stations.
Victoria Coach Station departure point on Google Maps and What3Words second.burst.draw
Follow this link to see directions from Victoria Rail Station to Victoria Coach Station.
Inside the main door of the coach station is a departure board. You will already have a PP Travel coach number. Find your PP Travel coach number on the departure board to find from which gate your coach will depart for Royal Ascot.
Refreshments
If you arrive early for your departure Victoria Coach Station has several refreshment facilities where you can get tea, coffee, and breakfast items. Please note that most coaches will not permit hot drinks and food on the coach.
Departure Times
Thursday, Ladies Day - Gold Cup: Departure at 09:30am.
Friday, Coronation Stakes Day: Departure at 10:00am.
Saturday, Finale Day: Departure at 10:00am.
Left Luggage
Victoria Coach Station advises that they do have luggage storage facilities available. It is open daily between 08:30 and 22:00. Note that any luggage you do have can travel with you for the day under the coach.
Coaches cannot wait past their departure times so please plan to arrive at Victoria Coach Station at least 30 minutes before departure. Coaches will be there for loading 30 minutes prior to your departure time. It will not be possible to wait past the allotted departure time.
After the days racing at Royal Ascot coaches will return to Victoria Coach Station. The drop off point is opposite the coach station where you would have caught the coach in the morning.
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Ascot racecourse is situated in the heart of Berkshire in the town of Ascot. Ascot Racecourse is approximately 30 miles west of central London our normal journey time during Royal Ascot is around 90 minutes, however on race day this can vary due to traffic and can exceed 2 hours. PP Travel has coach departures from London's Victoria Coach Station on Thursday, Friday and Saturday of Royal Ascot.
On arrival at Ascot, join our well-known picnic/party zone. Lunch with drinks (alcoholic and non) provided, so you are well fed and ready for a fantastic day at Royal Ascot.
For the return journey we depart Coach Park 10 (where you arrived to) at Ascot Racecourse at 8pm. This is about 90 minutes after the last race of the day. We aim to have you back London Victoria Coach Station around 10pm but this is always dependent on traffic.
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On arrival at Ascot, join our well-known picnic/party zone. Lunch with drinks (alcoholic and non) provided, so you are well fed and ready for a fantastic day at Royal Ascot.
For the return journey we depart Coach Park 10 (where you arrived to) at Ascot Racecourse at 8pm. This is about 90 minutes after the last race of the day. We aim to have you back London Victoria Coach Station around 10pm but this is always dependent on traffic.
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For some people it does not make sense to head into central London for one of our return coach trips to Royal Ascot. If you have chosen one of our packages without the transport to and from London, you will need to make your own way to Ascot Racecourse.
We are easy to find in Coach Park 10 (Red) (location on what3words) where we have a huge grass area for you to spread out on and enjoy your pre-races picnic style buffet lunch with drinks. On arrival to the area the lead person on your booking will be able to collect your racecourse entry tickets.
You can follow this link for directions to Ascot Racecourse and this link for details on how to find PP Travel once there.
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We are easy to find in Coach Park 10 (Red) (location on what3words) where we have a huge grass area for you to spread out on and enjoy your pre-races picnic style buffet lunch with drinks. On arrival to the area the lead person on your booking will be able to collect your racecourse entry tickets.
You can follow this link for directions to Ascot Racecourse and this link for details on how to find PP Travel once there.
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Queen Anne Enclosure
Named in honour of the racecourse's founding monarch, Royal Ascot's Queen Anne Enclosure is the epicentre of the action. Those with Queen Anne Enclosure admission enjoy uncompromised views, beautifully manicured lawns and atmospheric raised terraces to watch both the Royal Procession and the racing. Strict dress codes are in force for this area. Please note, that during the Royal meeting, your entry ticket will only give you access to the lower sections - mainly the ground floor areas, not up in the grandstand itself. This is known as the Royal enclosure during this meeting and is all reserved seating.
Layout of Queen Anne Enclosure at Royal Ascot 2022
Windsor Enclosure
The general public area during the Royal Ascot meeting is known as the Windsor Enclosure. All our packages include entry to the Windsor. This section is along the home straight in a large lawn area stretching from the 200 metre mark (1 furlong) to the home turn, about 400 metre mark. It is 200 metres at least from the finishing post. During the Royal week, massive marquees are set up, temporary grandstands, bandstands, bars etc.It really is impressive, but not close to the finishing post.
Layout of Windsor Enclosure at Royal Ascot 2022
Lunch is provided in the Coach Park 10 (Red) upon arrival for all PP passengers. As you will be allocated your entry ticket on the coach journey to Ascot, you are then free to make your own way into the course proper at your leisure after lunch.
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Named in honour of the racecourse's founding monarch, Royal Ascot's Queen Anne Enclosure is the epicentre of the action. Those with Queen Anne Enclosure admission enjoy uncompromised views, beautifully manicured lawns and atmospheric raised terraces to watch both the Royal Procession and the racing. Strict dress codes are in force for this area. Please note, that during the Royal meeting, your entry ticket will only give you access to the lower sections - mainly the ground floor areas, not up in the grandstand itself. This is known as the Royal enclosure during this meeting and is all reserved seating.
Windsor Enclosure
The general public area during the Royal Ascot meeting is known as the Windsor Enclosure. All our packages include entry to the Windsor. This section is along the home straight in a large lawn area stretching from the 200 metre mark (1 furlong) to the home turn, about 400 metre mark. It is 200 metres at least from the finishing post. During the Royal week, massive marquees are set up, temporary grandstands, bandstands, bars etc.It really is impressive, but not close to the finishing post.
Lunch is provided in the Coach Park 10 (Red) upon arrival for all PP passengers. As you will be allocated your entry ticket on the coach journey to Ascot, you are then free to make your own way into the course proper at your leisure after lunch.
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The lunch provided for all of our Royal Ascot tours is simple yet extensive. We have a wine and cheese tent, plus our BBQ, where hamburgers, along with bacon/sausage rolls are served. There will be vegetarian options. We can also also provide limited gluten free and dairy free options when requested. If you have any special dietary requirements please inform us upon booking as options cannot be guaranteed on the day of you tour without prior notice. There is also a desserts table, along with coffee and tea.
Drinks!
Racing at Royal Ascot on Ladies Day is not only the most fashionable day out of the year day out, it is also, a big party event - so it would certainly be amiss not to provide drinks with lunch. You have the choice of quality red or white wine with your meal - and there will be plenty provided. Along with sparkling wine you have the choice of sauvignon blanc, chardonnay, rose, merlot, shiraz, rioja as well as cider and beer. A selection of non-alcoholic drinks are also available during lunch.
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Drinks!
Racing at Royal Ascot on Ladies Day is not only the most fashionable day out of the year day out, it is also, a big party event - so it would certainly be amiss not to provide drinks with lunch. You have the choice of quality red or white wine with your meal - and there will be plenty provided. Along with sparkling wine you have the choice of sauvignon blanc, chardonnay, rose, merlot, shiraz, rioja as well as cider and beer. A selection of non-alcoholic drinks are also available during lunch.
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Lunch is served in the Coach Park 10 (Red). The area is grassed and we recommend you bring a pinic blanket to sit on. You can bring fold up chairs for both lunch and for the Windsor Enclosure or you can leave your chair on the coach during the day. If you are making your own way to the racecourse, it is your responsiblity to make your own way to Coach Park 10 (Red) for lunch.
After lunch, you are to walk from coach park 10, under the racetrack and into the Windsor or Queen Anne entrances. To the Windsor Enclosure entrance it is about 500 metres walk. For the Queen Anne, it is a further 300 metre walk past the Windsor Enclosure.
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After lunch, you are to walk from coach park 10, under the racetrack and into the Windsor or Queen Anne entrances. To the Windsor Enclosure entrance it is about 500 metres walk. For the Queen Anne, it is a further 300 metre walk past the Windsor Enclosure.
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Racing at Royal Ascot on Ladies Day is not only the most fashionable day out of the year day out, it is also, a big party event - so it would certainly be amiss not to provide drinks with lunch. You have the choice of quality red or white wine with your meal - and there will be plenty provided. Along with sparkling wine you have the choice of sauvignon blanc, chardonnay, rose, merlot, shiraz, rioja as well as cider and beer. A selection of non-alcoholic drinks are also available during lunch.
Food - Picnic Style Buffet Lunch
The picnic style buffet lunch PP Travel provides for all of our Royal Ascot tours is simple yet extensive. It is a cold, picnic style buffet and there are plenty of vegetarian options. We can also provide limited gluten free and dairy free options when requested. There is also a sausage sizzle and bacon roll run provided just before heading to the races. If you have any special dietary requirements please inform us upon booking as options cannot be guaranteed on the day of you tour without prior notice. We will take any and all suggestions on board as we continually strive to improve our food offerings. Typically we provide the following types of foods although all may not be available: sausage rolls, pork pies, meatballs, mini sausages, ham, salami, chicken, pizza, quiche, salad, cheese, fruits, sandwiches (various options), nuts, crackers, cakes, slices, biscuits.
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Food - Picnic Style Buffet Lunch
The picnic style buffet lunch PP Travel provides for all of our Royal Ascot tours is simple yet extensive. It is a cold, picnic style buffet and there are plenty of vegetarian options. We can also provide limited gluten free and dairy free options when requested. There is also a sausage sizzle and bacon roll run provided just before heading to the races. If you have any special dietary requirements please inform us upon booking as options cannot be guaranteed on the day of you tour without prior notice. We will take any and all suggestions on board as we continually strive to improve our food offerings. Typically we provide the following types of foods although all may not be available: sausage rolls, pork pies, meatballs, mini sausages, ham, salami, chicken, pizza, quiche, salad, cheese, fruits, sandwiches (various options), nuts, crackers, cakes, slices, biscuits.
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Picnics
In the Windsor Enclosure and Heath Enclosure Only - Picnics are allowed. However, they must be brought to the racecourse in a picnic hamper or cool bag/box. Please see alcohol allowance. Picnics must be brought in at the time of entry to the enclosure and not on re-entry. Food or drinks of any description will not be allowed in with customers coming in on a re-entry ticket.
If you are coming with a large group and your picnic and Sparkling Wine or Champagne is divided among your hampers, please all arrive together for searching or split the alcohol evenly across the party. Otherwise individuals arriving with more alcohol than food will have to dispose of the excess alcohol.
Sharp bladed kitchen knives will not be permitted.
No food, drinks or snacks are permitted to be brought into the Royal Enclosure or Queen Anne Enclosure.
Alcohol
In the Windsor Enclosure and Heath Enclosure Only - To embrace the celebratory nature of Royal Ascot, each customer (over the age of 18) is permitted to bring with them 1 bottle of sparkling wine or champagne to accompany their picnic. No other type of alcoholic drink will be permitted into the racecourse grounds and all picnics will be searched on entry. Please note that soft drinks will only be permitted into the enclosure with seals intact.
There are a substantial number of bars available inside the enclosures and a link to their menus is attached. We will even be offering bars on the move bringing drinks directly to you to enhance your day with us.
For clarity, bottles of Beer, Cider, Spirits, fortified wines and bottles of Pimm's or similar will not be allowed onto the racecourse.
Alcoholic or soft drinks are not permitted to be brought into the Royal Enclosure or Queen Anne Enclosure.
Ascot Racecourse Ltd has a behavioural management policy and to help us in providing all of our customers with an outstanding experience; no customer deemed to be intoxicated will be permitted onto the Racecourse grounds.
Furniture
During Royal Ascot we allow blankets and fold up chairs into the Windsor Enclosure and Heath Enclosure only.
For all other areas, if you have a need to bring a fold away chair due to a specific medical requirement, please contact our access officer - Access.Officer@ascot.co.uk
Always check the Royal Ascot Picnic policy page on ascot.co.uk for updates and changes to their policy.
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In the Windsor Enclosure and Heath Enclosure Only - Picnics are allowed. However, they must be brought to the racecourse in a picnic hamper or cool bag/box. Please see alcohol allowance. Picnics must be brought in at the time of entry to the enclosure and not on re-entry. Food or drinks of any description will not be allowed in with customers coming in on a re-entry ticket.
If you are coming with a large group and your picnic and Sparkling Wine or Champagne is divided among your hampers, please all arrive together for searching or split the alcohol evenly across the party. Otherwise individuals arriving with more alcohol than food will have to dispose of the excess alcohol.
Sharp bladed kitchen knives will not be permitted.
No food, drinks or snacks are permitted to be brought into the Royal Enclosure or Queen Anne Enclosure.
Alcohol
In the Windsor Enclosure and Heath Enclosure Only - To embrace the celebratory nature of Royal Ascot, each customer (over the age of 18) is permitted to bring with them 1 bottle of sparkling wine or champagne to accompany their picnic. No other type of alcoholic drink will be permitted into the racecourse grounds and all picnics will be searched on entry. Please note that soft drinks will only be permitted into the enclosure with seals intact.
There are a substantial number of bars available inside the enclosures and a link to their menus is attached. We will even be offering bars on the move bringing drinks directly to you to enhance your day with us.
For clarity, bottles of Beer, Cider, Spirits, fortified wines and bottles of Pimm's or similar will not be allowed onto the racecourse.
Alcoholic or soft drinks are not permitted to be brought into the Royal Enclosure or Queen Anne Enclosure.
Ascot Racecourse Ltd has a behavioural management policy and to help us in providing all of our customers with an outstanding experience; no customer deemed to be intoxicated will be permitted onto the Racecourse grounds.
Furniture
During Royal Ascot we allow blankets and fold up chairs into the Windsor Enclosure and Heath Enclosure only.
For all other areas, if you have a need to bring a fold away chair due to a specific medical requirement, please contact our access officer - Access.Officer@ascot.co.uk
Always check the Royal Ascot Picnic policy page on ascot.co.uk for updates and changes to their policy.
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Royal Ascot is synonymous with sartorial elegance. This is upheld by their dress code, which invites guests to contribute to an occasion heralded as a major fashion event in its own right. Please note that fancy dress, novelty and branded / promotional clothing are not allowed on site.
Please visit Ascot's Royal Ascot Dress Code and Style Guide for the most up to date information.
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Book 15 people for any Royal Ascot tour and a 16th person goes free! We offer this discount for groups of 16+ booked and paid by the same person on one invoice at the same time. Please use the promotional code GroupDiscount when making your Royal Ascot online booking.
Note! You will not see a change in price online but the discount will be applied when the PP Travel office staff process your booking.
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Note! You will not see a change in price online but the discount will be applied when the PP Travel office staff process your booking.
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We encourage all passengers to have adequate travel insurance on our tours as there is always the possibility for injury or loss.
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During the Royal Ascot meetings there are a number of Bookmakers in the Windsor and Queen Anne Enclosures, as well as numerous TOTE outlets. All of them will be able to provide you with the necessary betting assistance and tools to have a flutter.
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As deposits are non-refundable* so you will unfortunately lose at least this amount if you cancel. Please note that bookings and names are not transferable. If you have paid in full, refunds (if any) due will depend upon when we receive your written cancellation as per the PP Travel booking conditions by fax (+442036031182) or email.
Easiest way to contact us is by replying to your booking confirmation email or following this link to our online contact form.
* Full refund including deposit is available it your booking was made within 7 days and not within 10 days of the first day of your booking.
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Easiest way to contact us is by replying to your booking confirmation email or following this link to our online contact form.
* Full refund including deposit is available it your booking was made within 7 days and not within 10 days of the first day of your booking.
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