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.

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.

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.

See the Ascot website for specific details on what to wear. Dress codes may differ for royal ascot events.

Yes, ICON offers an excellent vantage point for the daily Royal Procession, which takes place at 2pm sharp. It’s one of the highlights of Royal Ascot, offering guests a chance to see members of the Royal Family in person.

On Saturday, Royal Ascot reaches its climax with three Group races, including the Group 1 Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes worth £1 million. Last year’s Group 1 winner was James Doyle on Lazzat, picking up £567,000 in prize money.