INCLUSIONs

• Return private coach from London to Royal Ascot (Pick up: Victoria Coach Station)
• Windsor Enclosure entrance ticket
• Pre-party at the racecourse with full BBQ lunch and unlimited beer, wine and cider

Don’t Forget 

• Dress to impress! (It is recommended that ladies wear smart attire with a hat or fascinator and gentlemen wear a jacket, collared shirt and full-length trousers – no costumes, novelty get up, or )
• Make sure you bring your camera or remember to charge your phone, you don’t want to miss out on all the photo ops.
• Please remember to bring your own picnic food for when you head into the race course, this must be in a hamper or cool bag.
• Sparkling wine is the only alcohol permitted to bring into the venue with you (not a bubbly person? No worries, you can buy cocktails on site as well).
• Bring cash with you as it’s difficult to get cash out when you are inside the races as it’s really busy.

Be a Guru

• Betting with Ascot is the easiest way. Even if your horse doesn’t win. Choose from a range of simple, fun bets – and you’ll have a reason to cheer whatever happens. Bet with Ascot vouchers can be pre- purchased in denominations of £2, £5, £10 and £20. To order vouchers, please vitis ascot.co.uk or call 0344 346 3000.
• Dress to impress! Check out The Official Royal Ascot dress code here
• Please note: In addition to the guidance above, fancy dress, novelty and branded or promotional clothing is not permitted on site.
• Important Race times: 

• This year marks the first celebrity chef presence in the Windsor Enclosure, Neil Rankin has developed a tantalising menu of sizzling barbecue feasts available for his Temper restaurant.

• Guests can also reserve picnic benches within the enclosure.

• Many on-the-go outlets offer deli-style snacks and filling hot meals to enjoy whilst meeting friends and soaking up the atmosphere in between racing.
• Shelter is limited, so if the weather is forecast to be poor, please bring
  umbrellas or coats.  You can leave hats, flat shoes, coats and bags on the coaches if not needed.

Facilities

• Seating in all the enclosures is on a first- come first- served basis
• There are nine permanent cash points situated on the concourse level of the Grandstand
• Toilets 
• There are two Ascot shops at Windsor Enclosure. From foldable tables and chairs for summer picnicking to umbrellas and hand fans, from USB power banks to ballet pumps, the Ascot Shop has all eventualities covered. The shop also stocks a range of beautiful gifts and mementoes to take home. (open from 10.30am – 07.00pm)
• At most of their race days there is live music either held within the bandstand or in a stage area throughout the grounds.
• A range of on-the-go dining is available in the Windsor Enclosure, including deli-style snacks and filling hot meals at the Silver Street Food Market, plus a selection of bars
• Download the Ascot app and share the occasion on social media using their free wifi

STOKE TRAVEL’S COMMON SENSE GUIDE TO STAYING SAFE

*If at any time you feel unsafe, please don’t hesitate to contact the onsite Noble Security team, or any member of the Stoke Travel crew who will radio for security.

As far as situations go, a Stoke Travel trip is amongst the safest. Unlike in the ‘real’ world, everybody here seems intent on having a good time and doing so with new and old friends – your fellow Stokies are way more likely to hold your hair back when you puke than lift your wallet.

That being so, we’re more in danger of hurting ourselves while on a Stoke Travel trip than falling foul of our fellow travellers. Here’s a quick little guide to partying safe with Stoke Travel.

1. Drink plenty of water.
   You’re going to drink plenty of champagne, and you’re going to have a plenty big hangover, but you can really limit it by smashing a few cups of water throughout the day and evening.
2. Eat! We’re going to hook you up with a mini picnic, and as the bare minimum that should keep your stomach lined and engine running but feel free to bring along a feast as the day will be long and there will be plenty drinking involved. *Applicable if you booked the Royal Ascot package
3. Don’t be a creep.
   Like, seriously, has that ever worked out for you? Similarly, if you see somebody being a creep and making people uncomfortable let us know and we’ll have a friendly word to them. Sometimes they just don’t realise how gross they are.
4. If you see somebody having a bad time, make sure they’re ok.
   We are all brothers and sisters and gender non-specific relations out here, so if you see somebody struggling in any way check on them, grab a Stoke staff member and just do what any decent human being would do.

Staying safe at Stoke Travel is super easy, but sometimes we get a little out of control and forget the basics. If you ever find yourself in any kind of situation do not hesitate to contact Stoke staff, or security, and we’ll sort you out immediately. We’re here to help – help you have the best time possible. Mwah.

Need help? Travel Guru’s: +34 625304703

What to Bring

• You need valid photo ID to check in for the bus
• Bring your own picnic food for when you head into the race course, this must be in a hamper or cool bag.
• Cash money
• A charged phone (and maybe a powerbank)
• Your most impressive outfit Check out The Official Royal Ascot dress code here
• Your very best party mood and royal wave