Ascot Racedays (non-Royal Ascot)

Jumps Season

Although racegoers are encouraged to dress in a smart manner, no formal Dress Code applies during the Jumps season. The Jumps season at Ascot includes all racedays from the start of November to the end of March. Fancy dress, novelty attire and sportswear are also not permitted.

King Edward VII Enclosure / Hospitality

Adults

Guests should dress for a smart autumn/winter occasion and racegoers often opt for jackets, boots,

coats, winter hats and seasonal millinery.

Children

Those under 17 should adhere to the Dress Code, however this does not apply to babies and toddlers. It is advised to consider the weather and opt for warm and waterproof clothing and shoes if necessary.

Queen Anne Enclosure / Winning Post Enclosure

Adults

Whilst racegoers are encouraged to dress for a smart occasion, no formal Dress Code applies in the Queen Anne and Winning Post Enclosures. During the Jumps season, guests generally choose to dress in a smart manner appropriate for autumn/winter weather conditions often opting for jackets, boots, coats, and winter hats. Whilst this style of dress is preferred, it is not compulsory.

Children

For those under 17, no formal Dress Code applies in the Queen Anne and Winning Post Enclosures. However, it is advised to consider the weather and opt for warm and waterproof clothing and shoes if necessary.

Flat Season

Racegoers are encouraged to embrace the occasion and don their summer best during the Flat season at Ascot. The Flat season at Ascot includes all racedays from the start of April to the end of October. Trainers are not allowed. Fancy dress, novelty attire and sportswear are also not permitted.

King Edward VII Enclosure / Hospitality

Adults

Guests are required to dress for a smart summer occasion. Gentlemen must wear a jacket, collared shirt and tie. Millinery is not compulsory, but hats and headpieces are encouraged. Examples of acceptable attire include but are not limited to:

- A dress, suit or jumpsuit with a hat or headpiece

- Tailored trousers with a jacket, collared shirt and tie.

Children

Juniors under 17 should dress for a smart occasion, however, this does not apply to babies and toddlers.

Queen Anne Enclosure / Winning Post Enclosure

Adults

Whilst racegoers are encouraged to dress for a smart occasion, no formal Dress Code applies in the Queen Anne and Winning Post Enclosures. During the Flat season at Ascot, guests generally choose to dress for a smart occasion. Millinery is not compulsory, but hats and fascinators are encouraged.

Children

For those under 17, no formal Dress Code applies in the Queen Anne and Winning Post Enclosures.

Royal Ascot

Donning your summer occasionwear is part of the very fabric of the Royal Ascot experience.

Each of the Royal Ascot enclosures has its own Dress Code regulations. Please review the Dress Code for the enclosure you'll be visiting ahead of the day. Fancy dress, novelty and branded or promotional clothing is not permitted on site.

Windsor Enclosure

Adults

Whilst there is no official dress code for the Windsor Enclosure, guests are encouraged to dress in smart daywear. A hat, headpiece or fascinator is encouraged along with a jacket and collared shirt.

Overseas Visitors
Visitors are welcome to wear the formal National Dress of their country or Service Dress. If your National Dress does not include a hat or headpiece then you do not need to wear one. Religious headdress is permitted in place of a hat or headpiece.
Serving Military Personnel
Serving military personnel are welcome to wear Service Dress or equivalent.

Children

Those aged 10-17 should dress in accordance with the above dress codes.

Village Enclosure

Ladies

- A dress or top and skirt, with shoulder or halter neck straps (lace and chiffon fabrics are permitted, no minimum length)

- Trouser suits are welcome and should be of matching material and colour

- Jumpsuits should fall below the knee and comply with the above strap requirements

- A hat, headpiece or fascinator

Gentlemen

- A suit jacket or blazer (can be of different material to the trousers)

- A full-length trouser or chino

- A collared shirt

- A 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

Overseas Visitors
Visitors are welcome to wear the formal National Dress of their country or Service Dress. If your National Dress does not include a hat or headpiece then you do not need to wear one. Religious headdress is permitted in place of a hat or headpiece.
Serving Military Personnel
Serving military personnel are welcome to wear Service Dress or equivalent.

Children

Those aged 10-17 should dress in accordance with either of the above dress codes although hats, headpieces and fascinators are not compulsory.

Queen Anne Enclosure

Ladies

- A dress or top and skirt, with shoulder or halter neck straps (lace and chiffon fabrics are permitted, no minimum length)

- A trouser suit of matching material and colour

- A jumpsuit that falls below the knee and complies with the shoulder strap requirements

- A hat, headpiece or fascinator

Gentlemen

- A full-length two or three-piece suit. Jackets and trousers should be of matching material (morning dress is also permitted)

- A collared shirt

- A necktie (patterns of a patriotic nature, for example a national flag, are acceptable)

- Socks must be worn and should cover the ankle

Overseas Visitors
Visitors are welcome to wear the formal National Dress of their country or Service Dress. If your National Dress does not include a hat or headpiece then you do not need to wear one. Religious headdress is permitted in place of a hat or headpiece.
Serving Military Personnel
Serving military personnel are welcome to wear Service Dress or equivalent.

Children

Those aged 10-17 should dress in accordance with either of the above dress codes although hats, headpieces and fascinators are not compulsory. Juniors under the age of nine should be dressed smartly but are not required to wear a jacket or tie with their trousers and shirt.

Royal Enclosure

Ladies

- A dress or skirt falling just above the knee or longer (lace and chiffon fabrics are permitted)

- Shoulder straps that are a minimum width of 1 inch / 2.5cm

- A jacket or pashmina may be worn. Tops and dresses beneath must still comply

- A trouser suit of matching material and colour

- A jumpsuit that falls below the knee and complies with the shoulder strap requirements

- Hats must be worn. However, a headpiece or hatinator with a minimum base diameter of 4 inches / 10cm is acceptable.

Gentlemen

- Morning dress of black, grey or navy material

- A waistcoat and necktie (patterns of a patriotic nature, for example a national flag, are acceptable)

- A black or grey top hat (may be removed within a restaurant or Private Box. Top hats may also be removed within an enclosed external seating area, terrace, balcony, or garden)

- Black dress shoes worn with socks covering the ankle

Overseas Visitors
Visitors are welcome to wear the formal National Dress of their country or Service Dress. If your National Dress does not include a hat or headpiece then you do not need to wear one. Religious headdress is permitted in place of a hat or headpiece.
Serving Military Personnel
Serving military personnel are welcome to wear Service Dress or equivalent.

Children

Those aged 10-17 should dress in accordance with the above dress codes. However, a headpiece or fascinator may be worn as an alternative to a hat, without any size requirement.
Juniors under 17 may wear morning dress as per the above. Alternatively, a dark-coloured lounge suit with a collared shirt and necktie is also permitted.

Racecourses

Aintree Racecourse

Ascot Racecourse

Cheltenham Racecourse

Chepstow Racecourse

Chester Racecourse

Doncaster Racecourse