ROYAL ASCOT is the jewel in the Flat racing crown and the standout event of the summer.
Expect royalty, top hats and the fastest horses in the world racing for the biggest prizes.
Paul Edwards – The SunRoyal Ascot is the most stylish racing occasion of the year – come rain or shine[/caption]
Here, Sun Racing tells you all you need to know about the 2022 renewal.
When is Royal Ascot 2023?
Royal Ascot is scheduled to get underway on Tuesday, June 20 before concluding on Saturday, June 24.
There are seven thrilling races scheduled for each day with a start time of 2:30pm BST.
While the final races of the day commence from 6:10pm BST.
Ascot Racecourse is located in Ascot, Berkshire and can host approximately 70,000 spectators.
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What can I wear to Royal Ascot and is there a style guide?
Royal Ascot is famous for pomp and ceremony – and stylish fashion.
You can see the full Royal Ascot style guide here.
But in short, it goes like this…
Royal Enclosure
Women
Dresses and skirts should fall just about the knee or longer.Should straps must have a minimum width of 1 inch.Jackets and pashminas may be worn – tops and dresses beneath must still comply.Strapless, off the shoulder, halter neck, sheer and spaghetti straps are not permitted.Trouser suits are welcome and should be of matching material and colour.Jumpsuits should fall below the knee and comply with the shoulder strap requirements.Visible midriffs are not permitted.Hats should be worn.
Men
Either black, grey or navy morning dress which must include a waistcoat and tie.Black or grey top hat.Black shoes worn with socks.Novelty patterns and fabrics are not permitted.Trainers, denim, leggings and shorts are also not permitted.
Queen Anne Enclosure
Women
A dress or top and skirt, with shoulder or halter neck straps.A hat, headpiece or fascinator should be worn at all times.Strapless and sheer dresses and tops are not permitted.Trouser suits must be full-length and jumpsuits should fall below the knee. Shorts are not allowed.Strapless/off-the-shoulder dresses and tops are not permitted.Visible midriffs are also not permitted.
Men
A full-length suit with a collared shirt and tie. Jackets and trousers should be matching.A tie should be worn at all times and no bow ties or cravats.Socks must be worn to and should cover the ankle.Jeans, chinos and trainers are banned.Cravats, bow ties and neckerchiefs are not permitted.
Village enclosure
Women
Same as Queen Anne but smaller hats or fascinators are recommended, as are wedges and block heels.
Men
A suit jacket or blazer (can be of different material to the trousers) Full-length trousers or chinos A collared shirtA necktie, bow tie or cravat (patterns of a patriotic nature, for example a national flag, are acceptable) Socks must be worn and should cover the ankle Trainers, denim, leggings and shirts are banned.Novelty patterns and fabrics are not permitted
Windsor Enclosure
Women
No official dress code but smart daywear is expected.
Men
Recommended to wear a jacket, collared shirt and full-length trousers.
What is the FULL schedule?
Below is each race during Royal Ascot and the start time:
Tuesday June 20
Queen Anne Stakes – 2:30pmCoventry Stakes – 3:05pmKing’s Stand Stakes – 3:40pmSt James’s Palace Stakes – 4:20pmAscot Stakes – 5pm Wolferton Stakes – 5:35pm Copper Horse Stakes – 6:10pm
Wednesday June 21
Queen Mary Stakes – 2:30pmKensington Palace Stakes – 3:05pmDuke Of Cambridge Stakes – 3:40pmPrince Of Wales’s Stakes – 4:20pmRoyal Hunt Cup – 5pm Queen’s Vase Stakes – 5:35pm Windsor Castle Stakes – 6:10pm
Thursday June 22
Norfolk Stakes – 2:30pmKing George V Stakes – 3:05pmRibblesdale Stakes – 3:40pmGold Cup – 4:20pmBritannia Stakes – 5pm Hampton Court Stakes – 5:35pm Buckingham Palace Stakes – 6:10pm
Friday June 23
Albany Stakes – 2:30pmCommonwealth Cup – 3:05pmDuke Of Edinburgh Stakes – 3:40pmCoronation Stakes – 4:20pmSandringham Stakes – 5pm King Edward VII Stakes – 5:35pm Palace Of Holyroodhouse Stakes – 6:10pm
Saturday June 24
Chesham Stakes – 2:30pmJersey Stakes – 3:05pmHardwicke Stakes – 3:40pmQueen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes – 4:20pmWokingham Stakes – 5pm Golden Gates Stakes – 5:35pm Queen Alexandra Stakes – 6:10pm
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