Those who have great reading habits and if they have especially read books by English authors, they will recognize the name Ascot as one that can ne related to the British Islands only.

Yes, Ascot is a small town in England and it is here the famous Royal Ascot horse racing is held. The Queen and the royal family normally attend every day. The royal procession in a horse-drawn carriage, scheduled before racing on each day, is the Royal Ascot parade.

 

It was started in 1711 by Queen Anne. The Royal Enclosure has a strict dress code. Male attendees must wear full morning dress, including a top hat, while ladies must not show bare midriffs or shoulders, and must wear hats. There are 16 group races on offer, with at least one group one event on each of the five days.

 

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