You are cordially summoned
Chairman'sDay
at Royal Ascot
Iain MacGregor requests the pleasure of your company at The Lawn Club, Queen Anne Enclosure.
Thursday 18th June 2026 - Ascot Racecourse, Berkshire
Schedule
How the day unfolds
From Prosecco to the final furlong, every moment is taken care of.
Gates open
Time to explore the Queen Anne Enclosure
Prosecco reception and luncheon
Three-course grazing from the chefs' tables
Royal Procession
Along the Straight Mile - a tradition since 1825
First race
Seven races from the trackside terrace
Afternoon tea
Scones, Highgrove preserve, the works
Final race
Last of seven top-quality Flat races
Bandstand singalong
Classic tunes with the military band
Carriages
Bars close 30 min after the last race
Dress code
The Chairman expects you to look the part.
Queen Anne Enclosure rules apply. No exceptions, not even for favourites.
Gentlemen
Full-length matching suit (two or three piece), collared shirt, necktie. Morning dress also permitted. Socks covering the ankle at all times.
Ladies
Dress or top and skirt with shoulder/halter straps, matching trouser suit, or jumpsuit below the knee. Hat, headpiece or fascinator required.
Getting there
Find your way to Ascot
Ascot Racecourse, Berkshire, SL5 7JX
By car
M4 Junction 6, A332 Windsor bypass. Follow signs to Ascot. Peak congestion 11am-1pm. Turn off sat nav and follow colour-coded traffic signs matching your car park label.
By train
London Waterloo to Ascot in 52 minutes. Reading to Ascot in 27 minutes. The station is a 10-minute walk to the racecourse.
By taxi
Drop-off at Car Park 3 or 6, both on Ascot High Street. Book return collection well ahead of time to dodge the post-race stampede.