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Going racing for the first time maybe daunting so we have put together a few pointers on how we think you will get the most out of your day at Ascot. Racing Made Simple
This really is racing made simple… We would advise you to arrive at the racecourse early as it will give you plenty of time to explore the delights of the grandstand and surrounding lawns. A good tool for doing this is a racecard which can be purchased from one of the blue kiosks just inside the entrances to the racecourse. This not only gives you all the race information but gives you a clearer idea of where things are and what is going on throughout the day. Buying a Racecard When you arrive on site we advise you to buy a racecard from a blue kiosk located at the racecourse entrances. The racecard is £3 and is an invaluable guide to racing throughout the afternoon. The racecard will list the times of each race plus all the runners and riders as well as maps of the course and other useful information.Where to watch the horses during the day
The Pre-Parade Ring The Parade Ring Watch the race at the white rail alongside the track If a horse has not won, or been placed then it will not return to the Winners’ Enclosure. Instead, the horse will stop at the Unsaddling Enclosure where the jockey will remove their saddle and return to the Weighing Room whilst the horse will be taken back to their stable. Stand beside the unsaddling area to get closer to the horses and jockeys. The Winners’ Enclosure The Horsewalk Picking a Winner and Placing a Bet Once you have picked your horse from the Parade Ring. The Next Step is to look around for the best odds on course. Each bookmaker, the on-course betting shops and tote positions will offer slightly different prices so shop around for the best odds against your selection. Ask the Bookmaker for your bet, don’t forget to name the horse, (the bookmaker won’t necessarily know its number) and the stake. Listen to the bookmaker repeat your bet to his clerk or if betting with the tote or other betting shops they will repeat the bet back to you. Correct them if they make a mistake. The betting ticket is a receipt for your bet so keep the ticket safe for the duration of the race. If your horse wins, present your betting ticket to the Bookmaker, check your winnings. Never destroy or dispose of your ticket until after the ‘Weighed in’ announcement has been made. Some on-course Bookmakers have minimum stakes e.g. £5 or £10 but small backers are catered for in the racecourse tote positions and betting shops. When placing a bet check the Place Terms, as not all on course Bookmakers accept each way bets. Alternatively the tote offers a wide variety of different types of bets for you to choose from. You can also ask at any tote window for more details. WIN ONLY – This is the most common form of bet. You will win if your horse is first past the post. Example: £5 win at 8/1 would return £40 (8 x £5 = £40) If you bet with the bookmakers you will also receive your stake back. This is not the case with the tote or betting shops on site. EACH WAY – Backing a horse to win or be placed. This doubles your bet – for Example: £5 each way = £5 to win and £5 for a place = £10 total stake. Each Way Terms Up to 4 runners – Win Only All bookmakers must display on their boards whether they are betting each way or to win only. Please note those under 18 are not to be allowed to gamble. It is an offence to "invite, cause or permit" a child (under 16s) or young person (16 and 17 year-olds) to gamble, and if a young person does gamble, they are committing an offence. We advise you to bring cash with you to the racecourse. There are two fixed cash machines in the grandstand in the Grandstand Admission area. However as you can imagine on racedays these get very busy so it is better to have what you think you need on you as you come into the racecourse. Alternately the tote offers cashback on cards. The quality of the horseracing at Ascot is simply outstanding. There are plenty of places to watch the racing. Feel the vibration as the horses thunder down the Straight Mile to the Winning Post. You can enjoy the electric atmosphere as your horse comes home. To get the best position to watch the racing we advise you find your spot at least 5 minutes before each race.Watch out for the feature race. This is usually recognised by the size of the prize fund marked in the racecard. This race is one not to be missed as the race is usually dramatic. You will find throughout the afternoon that the pattern and nature of racing fits effortlessly in with the social scene as between each race you have time to stop for a bite to eat, or enjoy a glass of Pimms before the excitement builds all over again. We advise you to check on the website before you arrive. The times are available about 1 month before each race meeting. This will give you an idea on the standard of racing, the prize money and the times of each race. The races are grouped in order of importance Group 1, Group 2, Group 3, listed and handicapped. The higher the rating of the race, the greater the prize money. Once you arrive this information is available in the racecard. The majority of racedays have a theme to complement the racing whether it is a beer festival, Art’s Festival or Firework display. Visit the information button on the fixture list page or check out the racecard when you arrive to see what is happening on the raceday. The entertainment is designed to go together with the racing so we advise you to arrive in plenty of time to fully enjoy what the racecourse has to offer. All the entertainment is free of charge and included in the ticket price unless otherwise stated. We have a large number of food outlets along the Concourse Level of the Grandstand, there is everything from sandwiches to a ‘Taste of Asia’ noodle bar. Hot food is available from ‘The Taste of Asia’ food outlet serving Thai curry, Kashmeri lamb and Chinese noodles. ‘Pranzo’ serves hearty meat and vegetarian pasta dishes plus pizza options. The Front Runner Grill, located at the East side of the Parade Ring, offers a wide selection of grilled English food, including gourmet burgers and marinated garlic and herb chicken. Fish and chips are served beside the bandstand on the Plaza Lawns. Please see the map on the website or in the racecard for locations. If you are interested in a sit down option for dinner we have the following options: The Horsewalk Restaurant, located in the Grandstand on the Fourth Floor, open to Premier Admission racegoers only. Afternoon Tea (approx. 2.30pm) Afternoon Tea is served in three public restaurants from 2.30pm, operating on a first-come first served basis, and is priced at £12.50pp.The Horsewalk Restaurant, located in the Grandstand on the Fourth Floor - open to Premier Admission and Annual badge holders only These restaurants can be booked in advance on 0870 726 3264. However they are also available if you prefer to make a decision on the day. Bars and Restaurants close half an hour after the last race. Furniture On offer are toy horses, pashminas, mugs, key rings, ties and more. Please note the Ascot shop is only open on racedays, please ask the stewards for directions. |
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Going racing for the first time maybe daunting so we have put together a few pointers on how we think you will get the most out of your day at Ascot. 
If you are new to racing here are some useful tips to help you find out where the horses will be during the day and the best place to stand to be able to watch them.
