Frequently asked questions by Mum and Dad:

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.

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.

The Front Runner Grill
Location: Concourse Level of the Grandstand.
Serves: Gourmet burgers, scrumptious bangers and gorgeous herb chicken.
Prime Steak
Location: West end of the Concourse.
Serves: Seared British sirloin steak with cracked black pepper and sea salt, seared supreme corn-fed chicken with piri piri glaze. Accompanied by a range of delicious toppings.
On The Hoof and The Gourmet Delis
Location: Concourse Level of the Grandstand and on Level 4.
Serves: Handmade sandwiches, hot carved sandwiches, delicious cakes and speciality coffee.
Fish and Chips
Location: Adjacent to the Bandstand Lawn (open 6th May to 3rd September only).
Serves: Fish and chips and chicken and chips
Pizza Express
Location: Core 3 Concourse Level (open 27th April to the 15th October only).
Serves: Pizza and pasta favourites.

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.

If you are interested in a sit down lunch we have the following options:

PREMIER ADMISSION
Horsewalk Restaurant
Location: Level 4 (3rd September to 27th April only).
Serves: Traditional English fare using locally sourced, seasonal produce.
A lá carte menu prices from £65 per person.
Open from 11.00am.

GRANDSTAND ADMISSION
Bandstand Restaurant
Location: Adjacent to the Bandstand Lawn.
Serves: All Day English Breakfast, Fish and Chips and a range of sumptuous global foods.
Prices from £6.50 per person.
Open from 11.00am.
Please note this is a counter restaurant.

Ascot Grill
Location: Concourse Level, Core 1 (6th May to 3rd September only).
Serves: A lá carte menu accompanied by a comprehensive wine list.
Starters from £6, main courses from £15 and deserts from £6.
Open from 11.45am.

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. 
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.

Furniture
Throughout the year we have a blanket only policy. 
If you have a need to bring a fold away chair, due to a specific medical requirement, please contact our access manager Frances Stewart on 08707 227 227.

Alcohol
Alcohol can only be brought in with a substantial picnic carried in a picnic hamper or cool box and it is limited to 1 bottle of wine or Champagne per person OR 4 cans or bottles of beer, cider or pre-mixed aperitif.  All bottles must have the seals intact and any bottles of alcohol or soft drinks that have been opened will be confiscated and discarded at the Racecourse entrances.
Spirits, fortified wines and Pimm’s or similar will not be allowed onto the Racecourse.

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.

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.

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.