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Lying just 6 miles from Windsor Castle, the small town of Ascot was originally called East Cote, meaning 'Eastern Cottage'. 

Like neighbouring Virginia Water and Sunningdale, Ascot is noted for its magnificent displays of trees and flowering shrubs. 

The town is home to Royal Ascot, arguably the most famous racecourse in the UK, and often the reason for a visit here. 

In 1845 a railway was opened in Ascot to serve the racecourse.   Most commercial development in the town has grown up around the racecourse.  Today there is a frequent rail service between Waterloo and Reading and residents now commute both directions to work. 

Royal Ascot racing began at Ascot in 1711, after Queen Ann ordered the races to be transferred here from Datchet Meads.  When George II came to the throne in 1760 Ascot became the most important racecourse in England after Epsom. 

Continued royal patronage meant that Ascot increased in popularity and today it is a major event in the social calendar. 

Ascot stages 25 days of racing each year but the most famous of these is The Royal Meeting, held in June.  During the Royal Meeting the Royal Family drive along the course at around 2.00 pm in open, horse-drawn carriages to the cheers of the race-goers. 

Gold Cup day (the third day) is the busiest of the week.  On this day, also known as Ladies Day, all ladies entering the Royal Enclosure must wear a hat that covers 'the crown of the head'. 

In June 2006 Ascot Racecourse reopened after a £200 million redevelopment programme, the most extensive project of this type in Europe.  

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The Royal Berkshire Ramada Plaza London Road Sunninghill Ascot SL5 0PP MAP
Built in 1705, this elegant Queen Anne mansion is surrounded by 14 acres of landscaped gardens. An ideal retreat for business and pleasure, yet is only 13 miles from Heathrow & within easy reach of London.

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Macdonald Berystede Hotel Bagshot Road Sunninghill Ascot SL5 9JH MAP
The Berystede is a magnificent country house hotel and the ideal location for a leisure break. Only minutes from Ascot racecourse and close to Runnymede, Virginia Water, Wentworth Golf Course and all time family favourites, Legoland and Thorpe ...

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De Vere Venue Sunningdale Park Larch Avenue Ascot SL5 0QE MAP
De Vere Venue Sunningdale Park is set in over 65 acres of landscaped gardens and natural woodland, close to Ascot Racecourse. The Park is a lovely place to stay, with its modern, purpose-built accommodation. Also set within the picturesque ...

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Highclere Hotel 19 Kings Road Sunninghill Ascot SL5 9AD MAP
Set in Sunninghill village near Ascot, only 10 minutes from the M25 and M3 motorways. A family run hotel conveniently located with shops, restaurants and pubs all within a short walk.

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Brockenhurst Hotel Brockenhurst Road Ascot SL5 9HA MAP
Enjoy a warm welcome upon your arrival at The Brockenhurst Hotel. Nestled into the classic English town of Ascot, Brockenhurst is exceptionally comfortable and convenient to local amenities.

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Lyndricks House The Avenue Ascot SL5 7ND MAP
Welcome to Lyndricks House situated just 1 mile from the World Famous Ascot Race Course and other major attractions like Windsor Castle, Legoland, Thorpe Park, Virginia Water Lake, Hampton Court, Bracknell, Wentworth & Sunninghill Golf

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Around The Ascot Area


Tourist Information on Nearby Towns To Visit - straight line distance:

Sunningdale (2.10 miles) Bracknell (3.23 miles) Old Windsor (5.24 miles) Chobham (5.30 miles) Egham (5.68 miles) Windsor (5.72 miles) Camberley (5.97 miles) Eton (6.05 miles) Crowthorne (6.07 miles) Datchet (6.51 miles) Wokingham (6.69 miles)

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