Ascot Racecourse
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N 51° 24.663 W 000° 40.644
30U E 661521 N 5698096
Ascot Racecourse in Ascot, Berks UK featuring flat and jump racing.
Waymark Code: WM25MB
Location: South East England, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 09/09/2007
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From their website:
"Ascot is the UK’s Premier Racecourse. Following a major redevelopment programme, the racecourse reopened in June 2006. Why not come and share in the excitement of the magnificent new state-of-the-art grandstand as it brings racing into the 21st century and provides every racegoer with an unforgettable customer experience. As well as a world class racing the venue is a business & events arena with everything from conferences to weddings and bookings can be made today for reservations from August 2007 onwards.
Come racing at Ascot! Whether you are looking for a sporting or social day out, Ascot has a wonderful atmosphere for all to enjoy. With advance booking discounts, free parking at most race meetings and free admission for all children aged 16 and under, a day at Ascot is unbeatable value for everyone.
The 8,000 capacity Parade Ring.Ascot hosts some of the highlights of the flat season, including Royal Ascot, the pinnacle of the flat racing at international level and the most famous race meeting in the world. Other highlights include The King George VI & Queen Elizabeth Diamond Stakes in mid July, the best race and highest rated race in the UK and one of the top races in the world and The Queen Elizabeth II Stakes in late September, the top mile race in the Europe.
Highlights of the jump season include the highest class two mile handicap chase of the British season, the Victor Chandler Chase followed by Ascot’s premier jump race, the Commercial First Ascot Chase (Grade 1) in February. The December race meeting hosts the Ladbroke Handicap Hurdle and the BGC Long Walk Hurdle (Grade 1).
As well as top quality racing, we have five family days each year where we provide dedicated children’s entertainment with everything from live concerts on a relaxed summer evening to jugglers and face painters."
Types of Races: Multiple Types
Racing Season: From: 07/01/2007 To: 12/31/2007
Year Opened: 08/11/1711
Famous Races:
Royal Ascot
Queen Anne Stakes
Racecourse Web Site: [Web Link]
Additional Information: Not listed
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