Frequently asked questions by Mum and Dad:

Do we need to buy a ticket?
All accompanied children aged 17 and under have FREE entry to the racecourse.  There is no need to purchase a ticket however proof of age may be required.  Parents or guardians will need to purchase a ticket, this can be done online at www.ascot.co.uk or over the phone by calling 0870 727 1234.

What shall we wear?
Premier Admission Dress Code
Both ladies and gentlemen are asked to dress in a manner appropriate to a smart occasion. Many gentlemen wear a shirt and tie with a jacket or suit. Please note that jeans, shorts, t-shirts and sports attire (including football and rugby shirts, sweatshirts and trainers) are not permitted.

Grandstand Admission Dress Code
Whilst we encourage racegoers to wear smart clothes no formal dress code applies except that bare chests are not permitted at any time.

Dress Code for Children
Children aged 17 and under are advised to adhere to the dress code of the chosen admission area. Please note this does not apply to very young children.

Where can we eat?
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.

Sandwiches are available from various delis located on the west end of the Concourse. They can be identified as Gourmet Delis or On The Hoof. These offer a wide variety of sandwiches, bloomers, fresh salads, soft drinks, tea and coffee, biscuits and muffins.

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.

Alternatively, why not try a ‘Nose bag’, designed especially for young racegoers. Each bag contains a sandwich, piece of fruit, crisps, chocolate and fruit juice all for only £4.00.

Can we have a sit down meal?
If you are interested in a sit down lunch we have the following options:
The Horsewalk Restaurant, located in the Grandstand on the Fourth Floor and open to Premier Admission racegoers only.  This restaurant offers a four-course a’la carte menu at £65 per person or a lighter two or three course lunch at £35 and £45 per person respectively.   Pre-booking is not available for the lighter lunch.
A two course children’s menu is available at £15 per child.

The Ascot Grill, located at the west end of the Grandstand near core 1, is a relaxed informal restaurant offering an individually priced menu with a variety of dishes.  A children’s menu is also available for the under 12’s.
Please call 0870 726 3264 to book a table.

The Bandstand Restaurant is located between Core 3 and core 4 on the Bandstand Lawn. A self-service, non bookable restaurant, with main courses priced from £8.50

May we bring a picnic?
Customers are welcome to bring a picnic as long as it is brought to the racecourse in a picnic hamper or cool bag/box.  The picnic areas are situated on the Plaza Lawns and in the Old Paddock.  For the summer months picnics are permitted trackside in the designated picnic area to the East of the Grandstand.  Any customers found picnicking in other areas of the grounds or in the Grandstand will be asked to move and in extreme circumstances may be asked to leave the site altogether.
Picnics are not permitted in the Premier Admission Areas.
Informal picnics are permitted into the car parks, however, formal entertaining will be stopped.
Kitchen Knives will not be permitted and will be confiscated upon entry.
We do not allow barbecues or hot food to be brought onto Racecourse property, this includes all enclosures, coach and car parks.

Are there Baby changing facilities?
There are baby changing facilities are in male and female toilets located at every level in Core 3 and Core 4. Core 2 has baby changing facilities on all levels except level 5 and Core 1 has baby changing facilities on all levels except level 6.

Is there a baby feeding room?
A Mother and Baby room is located in the Plaza area of the racecourse. The room is designed to give parents privacy when feeding their children. Facilities include easy chairs and stools for mother to feed baby, bottle warming facilities, a fridge and baby changing facilities. Please note baby changing is also available within the grandstand.

Can we buy a souvenir?
The Ascot shop is located on the stable side on the level around the parade ring.
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.