Unrivalled horse racing action combined with high fashion, tradition and pagentry.
Unrivalled horse racing action combined with high fashion, tradition and pagentry.
The four days of the Royal Ascot meeting provide one of the most unique and colourful occasions on the sporting calendar. Queen Anne founded Ascot races in 1711 and members of the Royal family still lead the procession each day. The Gold Cup meeting, or "Ladies Day" as it is famously known, is a great day when focus switches from racing to fashion. In particular ladies - their outfits and their hats - which can range from catwalk chic to interesting and obscure! A superb sporting and social occasion that combines tradition and pageantry with unrivalled horseracing action in a magnificent setting. Many people choose to bring a picnic which can be enjoyed in the coach park before entering the race course.
This excursion includes "Executive" coach travel to Ascot with on-board toilet and air-conditioning . Admission to the Windsor Enclosure is included, which provides a great relaxed and informal environment with a good range of facilities. Free seating is available - or stand by the rails and cheer on your horse as they sweep around the final bend. A giant screen brings you all the racing action. In addition there are numerous food outlets, several bars and the World's largest mobile pub! The day is yours to take in the delights of Royal Ascot - whether that might be trying your luck with the bookies, checking out the fine fashion, or simply relaxing with a bottle of bubbly. This is your chance to experience a unique day!
Thu.19th June 2025
Depart Chickerell 06:30 - Portland 07:00 - Weymouth 07:30 - Dorchester 08:00
Stop at Rownhams Services for comfort break - 45 mins.
Arrive Royal Ascot by 11:30 approx. This year we have secured parking in Coach Park 8, which is just ajust 10 mins walk from The Windsor Enclosure.
There will be time to picnic beside the coach - bring a hamper and chairs if you wish.
Enter the Windsor Enclosure by 13:00 to see the Royal procession. Racing starts 14:00 - Last race ends 18:30.
Coach will leave Ascot at 19:30 promptly.
Short 15 mins toilet stop on way home.
Return to Dorchester by 22:40 - Weymouth 23:00 - Portland 23:20 - Chickerell 23:45
Includes Coach fare & Admission to the Windsor Enclosure
PRICE : £89 per person
Polite notice: No alcohol to be consumed on the coach - you may bring alcoholic drinks with your picnic, which must be carried in the coach lockers not in the passenger salon. There are bars available in the racecourse - be aware that anyone who returns to the coach appearing unfit to travel or likely to upset other passengers through excess alcohol consumption will not be carried and responsible for their own alternative travel arrangements.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Name | Address |
---|---|
Bere Regis Drax | Bere Regis, Drax Arms, West Street |
Britannia Inn | Britannia Inn, Fortuneswell, Portland |
Charlestown | The Alexandra Inn, Chickerell Road, Charlestown |
Chickerell | Bluebird Garage, Chickerell Road |
Dorchester South Station | Dorchester South Station bus stop |
Dorchester TOT | Top O'Town Car Park (by cafe), Dorchester |
Easton | Easton Square, Portland |
Foords Corner | Foords Corner bus stop, Wyke Regis |
Jestys Avenue | Bus stop end of Jestys Avenue on Littlemoor Road |
Littlemead | Broadwey, Littlemead bus stop (Swan Inn) |
Lodmoor Hill | Lodmoor Hill Bus Stop (near Post Office) |
Lyndale bus stop | Wyke Regis, Lyndale Bus Stop |
Nottington | Broadwey, Nottington Corner bus stop |
Poundbury QMSE | Poundbury Queen Mother Square bus stop (Coach heading into Dorchester) |
Radipole | Spa Hotel bus stop, Radipole |
Redlands | Redlands, Opposite Garage |
Sgt Bunn | St Bunn Bakery, Lanehouse Rocks Road |
St Edmunds Church | St Edmunds Church, Lanehouse Rocks Road |
St Johns Church | Weymouth, St Johns Church, outside Dentist |
St Nicholas Church | St Nicholas Church, Buxton Road, Weymouth |
Victoria Square | Victoria Square bus stop, Portland |
Westwey Road | Westwey Rd, Magistrates Court, Weymouth |
Weymouth Bluebird | Weymouth, Outside Bluebird Office, K1 bus stop |
Wyke Smuggler | Smugglers Inn, Wyke Regis |
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