What time is royal procession at Ascot?

precisely 2pm
At precisely 2pm the Royal Procession arrives ahead of an afternoon of world-class racing. The stage is set for an extraordinary five days.

What is the biggest race at Royal Ascot?

Of all the top-class races at Ascot, the Platinum Jubilee Stakes (and perhaps the King’s Stand) has become the most targeted race for international horses.

Who won Royal Ascot?

Royal Ascot day five: 33-1 Naval Crown is Platinum king – as it happened.

What is the best day for Ascot?

Thursday. Day Three of Royal Ascot or as it is better known, Ladies Day, is perhaps the most popular day of the entire meeting. Proceedings kick off with the Norfolk stakes where after good run at the National Stakes Global Applause is an exciting contender.

What time does Royal Ascot finish today?

What time does Royal Ascot close? The final race at Royal Ascot is at 5.30pm each day. The traditional singing around the bandstand takes place each day at 6pm and the racecourse closes at 8pm, although the Village Enclosure remains open until 9pm on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Is there seating in the Queen Anne enclosure?

The Queen Anne Enclosure benches offer guaranteed seating for groups of up to six people within the Queen Anne East Trackside Lawn.

What day is Ladies Day at Ascot?

Racegoers have enjoyed blazing sunshine once again as the hats and fascinators dazzled during Ladies Day at Royal Ascot 2022 day three. Famous faces including Robert Rinder, Charlotte Hawkins and Lady Victoria Hervey have all been spotted at the event on Thursday (16 June).

What time is the Gold Cup at Ascot?

The Ascot Gold Cup is a Group 1 contest run over 2m4f. It takes place at 16:20 on Thursday 16th June, which is the third day of Royal Ascot 2022.

Who won Platinum Jubilee 2022?

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
This year, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will become the first Australian Monarch to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee after 70 years of service.

How many days is Royal Ascot?

5 days
Royal Ascot is traditionally held over 5 days, Tuesday through Saturday, around mid-June.

Which enclosure is best at Royal Ascot?

The Royal Enclosure is the most prestigious and the Queen Anne is the second most formal enclosure, with the Village and Windsor Enclosures offering a more relaxed atmosphere. The Royal Enclosure is where the Queen and other members of the royal family sit. This exclusive enclosure is an invite-only area.

What time do the gates open at Ascot?

10.30am
Gates open at 10.30am each day. The first race is at 2.30pm each day. The last race is at 6.10pm followed by communal singing around the bandstand at approximately 6.15pm. Bags will be searched upon entrance to the racecourse by our security staff.

What time does Ascot start and finish?

The dates for Royal Ascot 2022 are Tuesday 14 June to Saturday 18 June 2022. Gates open at 10:30am, The Queen arrives by carriage at 2pm, the first race is a 2:30pm and the last race is at 5:35pm. After racing, traditional singing around the Bandstand commences in Grandstand Admission at approximately 6pm.

Is Royal Ascot flat or jumps?

Is Royal Ascot Flat or Jumps? Royal Ascot is the world’s premier Flat racing meeting, with horses and jockeys from all over the world taking part in the racing each year.

Which enclosure is best at Ascot?

The Royal Enclosure is the most prestigious and the Queen Anne is the second most formal enclosure, with the Village and Windsor Enclosures offering a more relaxed atmosphere. The Royal Enclosure is where the Queen and other members of the royal family sit.

Can you wear backless dress to Royal Ascot?

Can I wear a top or dress with an open back? As long as the top or dress has straps of one inch or greater, and isn’t off the shoulder or Bardot, it will be permitted.

Can you wear jeans at Ascot?

Bow ties and cravats are not permitted. Socks must be worn and should cover the ankle. Jeans, chinos and trainers are not permitted. Boys aged 10-17 should wear a suit or jacket with a shirt and tie.

Do you have to wear a fascinator to Ascot?

Each Royal Ascot enclosure has a different Dress Code. In the Royal Enclosure, ladies should wear a hat, however, a headpiece which has a solid base of 4 inches (10cm) or more in diameter is also acceptable. Fascinators are not permitted.

What is a 80 year jubilee called?

Latin-derived numerical names

Anniversary	Latin-derived term	Comments
75 years	Demisesquicentennial	Diamond is separately used for the 60th anniversary
80 years	Octogintennial
Octogenary
90 years	Nonagintennial

How hot does it get at Royal Ascot?

The first – and only other – time that Ascot felt the need to resort to such extreme measures was 2017, when the rule on jackets was relaxed on the hottest day at the meeting for 20 years. This year’s relaxation goes further still, with temperatures at the track forecast to peak at around 31C in mid-afternoon.

When is the fourth day of Royal Ascot?

The fourth and penultimate day of Royal Ascot takes place on Friday, June 18. If you don’t know who to bet on then check out our Royal Ascot day 4 tips.

What is the Royal Hunt Cup at Royal Ascot?

The Royal Hunt Cup is a cavalry charge handicap run over a mile and is one of the biggest betting events of the Flat season. The race gave the Queen her first Royal Ascot winner with Choir Boy in 1953 and she has won it twice more since. The contest was first run at the meeting in 1843.

What is the Windsor Castle Stakes at Royal Ascot?

The Windsor Castle Stakes is a Listed contest run over 5f for the two-year-olds. Wesley Ward made history in this when Strike The Tiger became the first US-trained winner at Royal Ascot in 2009 and was successful with Hootenanny five years later.