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Royal Ascot 2021

Now is the time to plan your day at Royal Ascot in 2021

Royal Ascot 2021 - Tuesday, 15th to Saturday, 19th of June 2021
Royal Ascot is without doubt one of the most glamorous race meeting in the world. The Royal event is definitely one of the most social and colourful occasions on the British calendar. The three major days are the Gold Cup on Thursday - better known as Ladies Day - with its quality of fashions, racing and pageantry that makes it an occasion not to be missed, along with Friday's Coronation Stakes and Saturday's fantastic Finale Day. Join PP Travel for a great value, fun day. - Full Tour Information

Tour Options for Royal Ascot 2021 (2021)

Ladies Day Gold Cup - Thursday
A superb sporting and social occasion, combining tradition and pageantry. Be a part of it all on our fantastic day tour to Royal Ascot for Ladies Day. We provide return coach transport from London. Large buffet lunch upon arrival, served with excellent varieties of red or white wine. Entrance tickets available for Windsor Enclosure, Queen Anne Enclosure or The Village.
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Coronation Stakes - Friday
Join us on Friday for this fantastic value Royal Ascot tour with the running of the famous Group 1 classic the Coronation States. Be at Royal Ascot for all the colour, tradition and pageantry of the Royal Meeting on Friday without the major crowds of the Thursday and Saturday meetings.
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Finale Day - Saturday
Be at Royal Ascot for all the colour, tradition and pageantry of the Royal Meeting on Saturday's Diamond Jubilee Stakes day. Best of all, being on a weekend no need to take the day off work. Don't miss out. This day sells out early every year.
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+ Royal Ascot 2021 FAQ's

+ When is Royal Ascot?

+ 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.
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+ What Royal Ascot hospitality packages does PP Travel offer?

+ What is included in the Royal Ascot package price?

+ Depature point and time for PP Travel Coach trips to Royal Ascot?

+ How long is the coach trip from Central London to Ascot Racecourse?

+ Meeting us at Ascot Racecourse. How do you get there?

+ At Royal Ascot what is the difference between the Windsor Enclosure and the Queen Anne Enclosure?

+ What food is provided in the buffet lunch at Royal Ascot?

+ Where is lunch served for Royal Ascot?

+ What drinks are included with lunch at Royal Ascot?

+ Can we take our own food and alcohol into Royal Ascot?

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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+ 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.

Queen Anne Enclosure Dress Code
Ladies within the Queen Anne Enclosure are encouraged to dress in a manner as befits a formal occasion and ladies are kindly asked to take note of the following:
[:] A hat, headpiece or fascinator should be worn at all times.
[:] Strapless or sheer strap dresses and tops are not permitted. Please note our definition of strapless includes off the shoulder, bardot style and one shoulder dresses.
[:] Trouser suits and jumpsuits must be full length and worn with a top that adheres to the guidelines above.
[:] Midriffs must be covered.
[:] Shorts are not permitted.

Girls (aged 17 and under) should be dressed for a formal occasion. Smart summer dresses are suggested. Hats, headpieces or a fascinator may be worn but are not compulsory.

Gentlemen within the Queen Anne Enclosure are required to wear a full-length suit with jacket and trousers of the same colour and pattern with a shirt and tie. Socks must also be worn and should cover the ankle. Gentlemen are kindly asked to wear a tie at all times and to note that bow ties and cravats are not allowed. Trainers are not permitted.

For both Women and Men: Overseas visitors are welcome to wear the formal National Dress of their country or Service Dress. Please note that fancy dress, novelty and branded/promotional clothing are not allowed on site. Serving military personnel are welcome to wear Service Dress or equivalent.

Please visit Ascot's Royal Ascot Dress Code and Style Guide for the most up to date information.

Village Enclosure Dress Code
Ladies within the Village Enclosure are encouraged to dress in a manner as befits a formal occasion and ladies are kindly asked to take note of the following:
[:] A hat, headpiece or fascinator should be worn at all times.
[:] Strapless or sheer strap dresses and tops are not permitted. Please note our definition of strapless includes off the shoulder, bardot style and one shoulder dresses.
[:] Trouser suits and jumpsuits must be full length and worn with a top that adheres to the guidelines above.
[:] Midriffs must be covered.
[:] Shorts are not permitted.

Please note, the Village Enclosure is largely an outdoor area and ladies should consider their hat size and choice of shoe accordingly. Smaller hats or fascinators and wedges are recommended in place of larger hats or stilettos.

Girls (aged 17 and under) should be dressed for a formal occasion. Smart summer dresses are suggested. Hats, headpieces or a fascinator may be worn but are not compulsory.

Gentlemen within the Village Enclosure Gentlemen are required to wear a jacket, full-length trousers, collared shirt and tie.
[:] Jeans and trainers are not permitted.
[:] Bow ties and cravats are not permitted.
[:] Socks must also be worn and should cover the ankle.

For both Women and Men: Overseas visitors are welcome to wear the formal National Dress of their country or Service Dress. Please note that fancy dress, novelty and branded/promotional clothing are not allowed on site. Serving military personnel are welcome to wear Service Dress or equivalent.

Please visit Ascot's Royal Ascot Dress Code and Style Guide for the most up to date information.

Windsor Enclosure Dress Code
Ladies and gentlemen within the Windsor Enclosure are requested to dress in a manner as befits a formal occasion. It is recommended that ladies wear smart attire with a hat or fascinator and gentlemen wear a jacket, shirt and long trousers.

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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+ Why choose PP Travel for Royal Ascot 2021

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 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 (previously Silver Ring) or Queen Anne Enclosure (previously Grandstand Enclosure). We are the largest operator in our field to Royal Ascot.

Our buffet lunch has over 20 different choices of food from meats and cheeses to salads, bread, freshly made sandwiches, cakes and fruits, there are options to suit everyone. We also operate a BBQ to provide 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. We provide plenty of bubbly onboard our coaches for the journey from London to Berkshire - and there is always plenty more to go around during lunch, along with a selection of lagers, beers and cider. And like our buffet lunch, 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 (previously Silver Ring) or Queen Anne Enclosure (previously Grandstand Enclosure) at your leisure any time from the very social car park area, where your luncheon is served.

At the time of booking you are able to choose which entrance ticket you would like for your day at Royal Ascot. Choose from either the Windsor Enclosure (previously Silver Ring) or Queen Anne Enclosure (previously Grandstand Enclosure) plus the option to add on a Furlong Club badge to your Queen Anne Enclosure ticket.

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 7.00pm - approximately 90 minutes after the last race at 5.30pm - 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 demostrated with the COVID-19 pandemic crisis of 2020, 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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Royal Ascot 2021

Now is the time to plan your day at Royal Ascot in 2021

Tour Options for Royal Ascot 2021 (2021)

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