Royal Enclosure Dress Code
Ladies
- Formal Daywear
- Dresses and skirts should be of modest length defined as falling just above the knee or longer
- Dresses and tops should have straps of one inch or greater
- Jackets and pashminas may be worn
- Dresses and tops underneath should still comply with the Royal Enclosure dress code
- Trouser suits are welcome. They should be full length and of matching material and colour
- Hats should be worn
- A headpiece which has a base of 4 inches (10cm) or more in diameter is acceptable
- Strapless, off the shoulder, halter neck and spaghetti straps are not permitted
- Midriffs must be covered
- Fascinators are no longer permitted
Gentlemen
- Black or grey morning dress, which must include:
- A waistcoat and tie (no cravats)
- A black or grey top hat
- A gentleman may remove his hat within a restaurant, a private box, a private club or that facility’s terrance, balcony or garden
- Hats may also be removed within any enclosed external seating area within the Royal Enclosure Garden
- The customisation of top hats (with, for example, coloured ribbons or bands) is not permitted in the Royal Enclosure
- Black shoes
Girls (aged 10 — 16)
- Formal, smart summer dresses are suggested
- Hats, headpieces and fascinators may be worn but are not compulsory
Boys (aged 10 — 16)
- In accordance with the gentleman’s dress code
- Or a dark-coloured lounge suit with a shirt and tie (no hat required)
Overseas Visitors
- Overseas visitors are welcome to wear the formal National Dress of their country or Service Dress
Serving Military Personnel
- Serving military personnel are welcome to wear Service Dress or equivalent
Grandstand Enclosure Dress Code
Ladies
- Formal daywear
- A hat, headpiece or fascinator should be worn at all times
- Strapless or sheer strap dresses and tops are not permitted
- Trousers must be full length and worn with a top that adheres to the guidelines above
- Jackets and pashminas may be worn but dresses and tops underneath should still comply with the Grandstand Admission dress code
- Midriffs must be covered
- Shorts are not permitted
Gentleman
- A suit with a shirt and tie
Children
- Girls (17 or under) should be dressed for a formal occasion
- Smart summer dresses are suggested
- Hats, headpieces or a fascinator may be worn but are not compulsory
- Boys aged (13 — 17) should wear a suit or jacket with a shirt and tie
- Younger boys (12 or under) should be dressed smartly but are not required to wear a jacket or tie
General
- Fancy dress, novelty and branded/promotional clothing is not allowed on site
- Ascot recognises that there may be instances where a degree of discretion is required in determining compliance with our dress code. In such instances, reasonable discretion will be exercised