Royal Ascot
16 June 2009 to 20 June 2009
Ascot Racecourse
Ascot
Berkshire
SL5
0870 7271234
Royal Ascot is an annual race meet that is the place to see and be seen for high society, royal watchers, fun seekers and horse racing enthusiasts alike!
Steeped in tradition, heritage and pageantry, Royal Ascot dates back almost 300 years and is attended by the Royal Family, including Her Majesty the Queen.
Founded by Queen Anne in 1711, Royal Ascot features a daily horse-drawn procession from Windsor Castle to Ascot Racecourse led by the Royal carriage.
Although the eye-catching fashion steals the show at Royal Ascot, this colourful occasion also features top-quality horse racing.
Racing highlights of Royal Ascot include the Golden Jubilee Stakes and the Gold Cup. Prize money for the week typically totals almost half a million pounds!
The Queen has enjoyed considerable success at Royal Ascot, having to date owned 20 winners including Free Agent, who won the Chesham Stakes in 2008.