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Topics: Horse Racing
Danielle Fowler
Thousands of punters will descend upon the Royal Ascot Racecourse this week for the UK's most prestigious sporting event.
Kicking off on Tuesday (June 17), and comprising a grand total of 35 races, Royal Ascot is one of the most talked about meetings in the calendar, with special guests, Princess Anne and King Charles, usually in attendance.
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There's a serious amount of prize money up for grabs too, as the world's biggest names will compete for a whopping £10 million at the Berkshire race meeting.
Keen to be a part of the crowd this year? Well, there's still time if you're quick.
From where to buy tickets to how much do they cost, scroll down now to find out everything you need to know about Royal Ascot 2025.
There are lots of different ticket options available for the Royal Ascot, depending on what you're after. The least expensive ticket is for the Queen Anne Enclosure where prices kick off from £99. For a more luxury experience, you'll want to book the Ascot Pavilion or Parade Ring. You can learn more about ticket options below.
You can currently purchase tickets for the Queen Anne Enclosure on Seat Unique here and the official Royal Ascot website here. Prices start from £99 and you will be granted access to the Queen Anne Enclosure, the Royal Procession Parade Ring, and the trackside lawn viewing steps.
You will also have the opportunity to purchase food and drink nearby with live bandstand entertainment on offer throughout the day.
If you're looking for a fancier day out, you'll need to book Ascot Pavilion for £399 on Seat Unique here. The VIP package includes the following perks: A large private viewing balcony, access to the Queen Anne Enclosure, a three-course lunch with afternoon tea, a complimentary bar, and celebrity guest speaker.
To ensure you have a hassle-free day, you will also be given one car parking label per two guests.
If you really want to splash out, we recommend booking the Parade Ring on Seat Unique here. The incredible VIP package includes the following perks: Full day access to The Royal Enclosure, Moët & Chandon Vintage Champagne on arrival, a five-course á la carte luncheon, a complimentary bar with a selection of fine wines and liqueurs, and complimentary parking.
It's an action-packed schedule this year with a grand total of 35 races to look forward to. To make sure you don't miss a second of the event, scroll down now to find a full itinerary for Royal Ascot 2025, whether you're heading to the event or tuning in from the sofa.
2.30: The Queen Anne Stakes (Group 1)
3.05: The Coventry Stakes (Group 2)
3.40: The King's Stand Stakes (Group 1)
4.20 The St James's Palace Stakes (Group 1)
5.00 The Ascot Stakes (Handicap)
5.35 The Wolferton Stakes (Listed)
2.30: The Queen Mary Stakes (Group 2)
3.05: The Queen's Vase (Group 2)
3.40: The Prince of Wales's Stakes (Group 1)
4.20: The Duke of Cambridge Stakes (Group 2)
5.00: The Royal Hunt Cup (Heritage Handicap)
5.35: The Windsor Castle Stakes (Listed)
2.30: The Norfolk Stakes (Group 2)
3.05: The Hampton Court Stakes (Group 3)
3.40 The Ribblesdale Stakes (Group 2)
4.20: The Gold Cup (Group 1)
5.00: The Britannia Stakes (Heritage Handicap)
5.35: The King George V Stakes (Handicap)
2.30: The Albany Stakes (Group 2)
3.05: The King Edward VII Stakes (Group 2)
3.40: The Commonwealth Cup (Group 1)
4.20: The Coronation Stakes (Group 1)
5.00: The Sandringham Stakes (Handicap)
5.35: The Duke of Edinburgh Stakes (Handicap)
2.35: The Chesham Stakes (Listed)
3.05: The Jersey Stakes (Group 3)
3.40: The Hardwicke Stakes (Group 2)
4.20: The Diamond Jubilee Stakes (Group 1)
5.00: The Wokingham Stakes (Heritage Handicap)
5.35: The Queen Alexandra Stakes (Conditions)
This year's Royal Ascot will take place from Tuesday, June 17 to Saturday, June 21. The first race of the day is expected to take place at 2.30pm with the final race scheduled for 6.15pm.
So, if you're keen to be in attendance, you'll need to move fast.
If you can't be a part of the crowd, you can catch up on the action from the sofa. Every race will be live on Sky Sports Racing with coverage kicking off every day from 12pm.
You can learn more about Sky Sports packages here.