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Royal Ascot - Thursday
Royal Ascot, the highlight and most prestigious meeting in the flat season calendar.
Held at one of Britain’s most iconic racecourses, this week has become the most popular race meeting of the year promising a glorious atmosphere and sense of occasion.
Our association with Ascot Racecourse spans more than a decade, with a diverse range of hospitality and fine dining hospitality packages available for Royal Ascot – Thursday.
ICON by Engage offers an unmissable hospitality experience for you and your guests and will undoubtedly enhance the excitement of the racing on the track and the magic off it.
Thursday at Royal Ascot is definitely a highlight of the week. Ladies Day is often considered the most stylish day of the meeting, and is also an exceptional choice for entertaining and socialising with guests or clients.
Entertaining at Royal Ascot 2026 will undoubtedly match the magic of the racing on the track. Whether you prefer the privacy of a private viewing box overlooking the racecourse or a table within one of the many exquisite fine dining restaurants during Royal Ascot, we will be delighted to assist and advise on your requirements.
Royal Ascot Thursday race card
Thursday’s action is headlined by the Group 1 Gold Cup, known for delivering some unforgettable performances. As one of the most popular days of the week, Royal Ascot Thursday is a favourite for those hosting clients or enjoying a day of socialising in style.
Royal Ascot
Thursday 18 June 2026 
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Royal Ascot Thursday Race Card
The Royal Meeting begins with an expanded schedule of seven races on the opening day, increased from the usual six to create a 36-race programme.
Thursday’s action is headlined by the Group 1 Gold Cup, known for delivering some unforgettable performances. As one of the most popular days of the week, Royal Ascot Thursday is a favourite for those hosting clients or enjoying a day of socialising in style.
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An excellent opportunity for entertaining guests, there is no finer way to enjoy this thrilling event than with ICON by Engage. You can be assured that every moment of your day, from arrival to departure, will be perfectly planned and luxuriously appointed.
Throughout the day you’ll be treated to a VIP dining experience, centred around a superb four-course lunch ahead of the action on track. Plus our brand new ICON Best Dressed Competition!
If there’s another meeting throughout the year that you’d be interested in, then please do not hesitate to get in touch and we will look to find the perfect hospitality opportunity for you.
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Watch Royal Ascot with ON 5, a fifth-floor glass-fronted restaurant with spacious trackside viewing balcony and roof-top terrace offering spectacular views of the track.
Modern innovative interior based on the artistry of horse racing taking inspiration from the farrier, the trainer, the groom, the saddler and the jockey.
ON 5 is in a prime location from which to watch the Royal Procession journey along the straight mile and witness all the racing action.
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Private boxes at Ascot are located on Levels 2 to 5 within the Grandstand and they can accommodate between 10-72 guests. You can choose between either a sit-down or buffet menu lunch.
Whether it’s with friends, family or clients, all boxes are catered to the very highest standards and come with a private bar and dining area, a large flat screen TV and private balcony so you won’t miss a second of the action.
Soak up all the atmosphere at the stunning Ascot Racecourse in a memorable setting exclusive to you and your guests.
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A first-floor Fine Dining restaurant designed with a summer colour palette to create a fresh calm space, located in the delightful Royal Enclosure Gardens, a beautiful space transformed entirely for Royal Ascot.
Enjoy an intimate setting with a balcony that is perfect for observing the colourful spectacle below and take in the atmosphere of the Royal Meeting, whilst being only a short stroll away to the Winners’ Enclosure, Parade Ring, and Pre-Parade Ring to view the horses and see the winner return victorious.
Access to the Royal Enclosure also includes elevated viewing on Level 4 of the Grandstand.
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Enjoy Royal Ascot with Furlong Restaurant hospitality.
A Bespoke marquee in an exclusive setting at the east end of the Grandstand, before the winning post.
Watch the racing from an extensive private balcony, with plentiful seating and uninterrupted views of the finishing straight; a wonderful vantage point for the Royal Procession and all the racing action.
Gain access to the Queen Anne Enclosure where you can see the horses in the Parade Ring and revel in traditional Singing around the Bandstand after racing.
Enjoy a private table with access to an array of interactive chefs’ stations offering classic summer dishes. Alternatively, those looking for a more formal experience can choose from a three-course menu served freshly prepared to their table.
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The Parade Ring Restaurant offers a relaxed yet sophisticated environment from which to enjoy the very best of the Royal Meeting. Located on Level 2 of the Grandstand, adjacent to the Royal Box, this restaurant is situated in the Royal Enclosure, allowing guests access to the exclusive Royal Enclosure gardens and bars.
The restaurant offers exquisite interiors and exemplary service, and features two private viewing balconies – one to watch the horses in the Parade Ring and the other offering spectacular views of the track.
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The Sandringham is a striking orangery inspired structure nestled in a sunny corner of Lavender Courtyard, just a short stroll from the trackside and beautiful Royal Enclosure Gardens.
An ideal spot for a relaxed yet vibrant day at the Royal Meeting. The Sandringham benefits from a large outdoor deck with lounge style furniture and offers flexible dining options with both chefs’ stations and a signature menu with table service.
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Positioned just after the winning post with easy access to the Royal Enclosure Gardens and Pre-Parade Ring. Trackside is superbly positioned in the heart of the action with racing purists in mind.
A short walk away from the Parade Ring and close to the winning post, Trackside places you right at the heart of the racing activity. Complete with a viewing balcony and a private trackside garden, guests won’t miss a moment of the action.
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Located at the superb vantage point of the winning post on the inside of the track, this exclusive restaurant combines private indoor tables with flexible outdoor seating to overlook the panorama of Royal Ascot.
The restaurant’s location and private, dedicated viewing area puts guests right alongside the racing action. Guests can also access the Royal Enclosure Gardens via a private track crossing.
Offering a relaxed four-course dining experience with starters, desserts and cheese served from the chefs’ station and mains served to table, the Veranda provides the ultimate Royal Ascot hospitality experience.
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Located in the Home Straight within the Queen Anne Enclosure, The Gallery offers a formal, yet relaxed, dining experience while a private balcony provides great views of the track.
The Gallery is a spacious restaurant, occupying the first floor of a light and welcoming marquee which offers guests a spectacular vantage point from which to watch the Royal Procession and racing.
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The historic Pavilion Restaurant, with sweeping views over the Queen Anne Lawns, offers a vibrant environment from which to enjoy excellent food and top-class racing at Royal Ascot.
The restaurant offers delightful views across the Queen Anne Lawns, and is located just a short stroll from the trackside lawns from which guests can view the racing. Popular with large groups, the Pavilion is an ideal space for corporate groups and parties to enjoy a true Royal Ascot experience.
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The Restaurant in the Village offers a lively celebratory experience, featuring colourful interiors, inventive dining and great views of the horses as they turn into the home straight and race to the finish.
The restaurant is located in its own private area adjacent to the Village Enclosure, and guests are welcome to enjoy all the entertainment the Village Enclosure has to offer (Thursday to Saturday only), including live music and a DJ until 9pm.