Join us at one of the biggest days of the year at Ascot for the QIPCO King George Diamond Weekend 2025.
With the summer weather making the Ascot racecourse pristine, the first day of the King George Diamond Weekend offers a thrilling afternoon of racing.
The highlight of the weekend is the Group 1 King George VI and Queen Elizabeth QIPCO Stakes, Europe’s indisputable midsummer middle-distance showpiece. The race has seen many a great crowned victorious, including Nijinsky, Mill Reef, Brigadier Gerard, Shergar, Nashwan, Galileo and of course the mighty Enable, the only three-time winner.
Taking place just after Royal Ascot, the event is a brilliant option to get a similar standard of racing, but slightly more relaxed in atmosphere.
Like Royal Ascot, the King George Diamond Weekend has become a showcase of contemporary summer style, with Ladies encouraged to wear hats.
Ascot is located in Berkshire, England, around 25 miles west of London. Ascot was founded in 1711 by Queen Anne who came across the land when riding out from Windsor Castle. The racecourse is rich in history and sees hundreds of thousands of racegoers every year.
How do you get to Ascot?
The event can be accessed easily by train. South Western Railway runs a frequent service to Ascot from both Reading, Guildford and London Waterloo.
Car parking is free for the day on all Ascot race days. Guests are asked to park in Car Park 1 or 6. See the Ascot website for more information on how to access the event via car.
What is the dress code?
Ladies typically wear smart clothing and hats during the flat season.
Gentlemen will be required to wear a jacket with a collared shirt and tie.