Enclosures at Ascot Racecourse
What each ticket gets you, what it costs and who it suits, so you can pick the right one before you buy.
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At Royal Ascot there are four enclosures. The Royal Enclosure is for members and their guests; the other three, the Windsor, Village and Queen Anne, are open to everyone, each with its own price, view and dress code. On most other racedays, including British Champions Day, the Queen Anne Enclosure is the main public enclosure.
GrandstandQueen Anne EnclosureAscot’s premier public enclosure: the Grandstand, Parade Ring viewing and, at Royal Ascot, the famous singalong around the bandstand after racing. On Champions Day it’s the home of the After Party.From £99 (Royal Ascot 2027); from £34 (Champions Day 2026)Festival feelVillage EnclosureA festival-style enclosure in the middle of the course, facing the Grandstand, open Thursday to Saturday of Royal Ascot, with an after-party on the main stage until 9pm.From £85 (Royal Ascot 2027)Most relaxedWindsor EnclosureThe most affordable and relaxed way into Royal Ascot: along the Straight Mile, with the first view of the Royal Procession, no formal dress code and picnics allowed.From £37 (Royal Ascot 2027)
| Queen Anne | Village | Windsor | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tickets from | From £99 (Royal Ascot 2027); from £34 (Champions Day 2026) | From £85 (Royal Ascot 2027) | From £37 (Royal Ascot 2027) |
| Where you watch | Raised, covered Grandstand terraces | From the centre of the course, facing the Grandstand | Along the Straight Mile |
| Parade Ring | Yes | No | No |
| Under cover | Yes, Grandstand | Marquees and stage areas | Limited |
| Food and drink | Many bars and on-the-go food | Street-food style eateries and bars | Bars, food outlets and your own picnic |
| Dress code | Formal at Royal Ascot, with hats or headpieces | Smart | No formal code; smart daywear encouraged |
| Entrance | Grandstand entrances | Village Enclosure entrance | Windsor Enclosure entrance |
| Best for | The full Royal Ascot experience without membership | A party with friends | Royal Ascot on a budget, with a picnic |
Prices are per adult. Royal Ascot prices are the published starting prices for 2027 (Windsor from £37, Village from £85, Queen Anne from £99); they vary by day. Champions Day 2026 tickets start from £32, with Queen Anne from £34.