Winter Ladies Day at Windsor Racecourse on Sunday 23rd November is on sale online and there may still be tickets available on the door. However, if you're lucky enough to be joining us and even if you’ve visited us before, below is some useful information ahead of the event. We can't wait to see you kitted out in all things Tweed, Fur, Feathers and Fedoras!
EVENT TIMINGS:
- Gates open at 10:10.
- The Christmas Market will be open from 10:10-16:40.
- Santa will be in his Grotto from 10:10-16:40.
- The first race is at 12:07, and the last at 15:40.
- Food and drink outlets remain open 10:10-16:40.
- The event finishes at 16:40.
ENTERTAINMENT
Style Awards!
Ladies make sure to enter our best dressed awards! We have some amazing prizes on offer for 1st, 2nd and 3rd placed lady up to the value of £2000. This includes Annual membership to Royal Windsor Racecourse. There will also be racecourse tickets up for grabs alongside prizes donated by our wonderful supporters:
- 'Scotch Bar' is offering free entry for 6 and a bottle of Prosecco.
- 'The George Inn' is offering a delicious two-course meal and drink for two.
- 'Escape in 60' is offering £40 towards an Escape Room Experience for four.
- 'A La Russe' offering a three-course lunch for 2 with a bottle of Prosecco.
- 'Elizabeth Armstrong' is offering a stunning Painting.
- 'Butterfly Hats' is offering a bespoke Hat.
Christmas Market stalls
- Windsor and Eton Brewery selling drinks and gift hampers.
- Deamer’s Catering selling stunning cupcakes and sweet treats.
- E&D designs selling their Christmas crafts.
- Country Wild UK selling British countryside clothing.
TRAVEL
This will be an extremely busy event so please allow extra time to travel to and from the racecourse. Arrive as early as you can and remember that the market stalls, bars and food outlets will remain open until after racing finishes - so stay a bit longer to let the traffic ease. We advise people to car share where possible, make use of public transport or walk if you can.
The racecourse is easily accessed by road, river and rail. There is more detailed travel information here but please check local timetables and taxi services before departing.
For updated train information and any planned disruption, please click here.
PARKING
Parking is free on site but limited so will be provided on a first come first served basis, so please arrive early to avoid disappointment and any queues. Please inform the stewards on arrival if you require accessible car parking. Please allow extra time to arrive and stay on after the racing finishes. As mentioned above, we advise people to car share where possible.
Alternatively, depending on availability, you can arrive in style with the French Brothers River Boat taxi service from Windsor Town Centre directly to the racecourse, please visit their site directly to make any enquiries: www.frenchbrothers.co.uk
WEATHER
Please check the local forecast before departing and dress accordingly. Wrap up warm and bring waterproofs as this is an outdoor event with limited indoor space.
NIGHT FOOD & DRINK
A range of bars and food outlets are available serving tasty snacks and drinks. A range of gluten free, vegetarian and vegan food options will be available across the racecourse. Please be aware that no food, drink or picnics can be brought into the racecourse.
SECURITY
We take security and safety very seriously. There will be a strong security presence and you will be subject to a bag search on arrival.
Please be patient and limit the bags you bring. Remember, no food or drink can be brought into the racecourse (unless needed for allergies and dietaries and then please call us ahead).
We ask all visitors not to leave bags unattended and to report anything suspicious to a member of staff.
OTHER INFORMATION
Payment
Please remember, the food outlets and bars are card only.
Dogs
With the exception of Assistance Dogs, dogs are not permitted to enter the racecourse. In the interests of animal welfare, no dogs are permitted to be left in cars and Windsor Racecourse politely request that all dogs are left at home.
Concessions
All kids go free! However no student, OAP or other concessions will be available.
Thank you for booking tickets and above all, enjoy your time at Windsor Racecourse. For any other questions, please contact us.
