Queen Anne’s enthusiasm for racing began Ascot’s enduring royal association. Successive monarchs supported the course, while the summer meeting formally became a royal week in 1911. That relationship is still visible in the names and traditions surrounding the event. Race names such as Windsor Castle preserve those royal associations.
Ascot’s modern redevelopment was formally opened by Queen Elizabeth II in 2006. The new racecourse surroundings accommodate a gathering whose traditions remain highly recognisable, including the arrival of the royal party in horse-drawn carriages during the June meeting. The contrast between contemporary facilities and established ceremony is part of the venue’s appeal.
Windsor Castle. Add an excursion to nearby Windsor for royal history and a walk through the town around the castle.
Windsor Great Park. Explore the park’s open landscapes and woodland as a quieter addition to your stay in the Ascot area.
Ascot has 23,995 residents.
