Qatar Racing British Champions Day
Qatar Racing British Champions Day 2026 hotel packages from £139 per person
Experience the finale of the British Flat season at Ascot with official Qatar Racing British Champions Day 2026 packages. Choose from hand-picked hotels, official tickets, race-day transfers and optional hospitality — everything arranged so you can simply enjoy the racing.
Britain’s richest raceday features five Group 1 contests and crowns the season’s champions. Whether you want a relaxed hotel stay with tickets or a full hospitality experience, Racing Breaks makes it easy.
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Qatar Racing British Champions Day Hotel Packages
Book official Qatar Racing British Champions Day 2026 hotel packages from £139 per person. Every package includes official Ascot tickets, return racecourse transfers and the option to add hospitality — so you can focus on the racing while we handle the rest.
Choose from a range of carefully selected hotels near Ascot to suit different budgets and styles. All packages can be reserved with a 30% deposit and are designed to make your Champions Day experience completely seamless.
from £139 per person
- One (or two) nights accommodation
- Breakfast each morning
- Free drink at the hotel
- Return racecourse transfers
- Ticket to Qatar Racing British Champions Day
- Less than 5 miles from Ascot
- On-site bar & grill
- Free drink at hotel
- Free car parking on-site
from £189 per person
- One (or two) nights accommodation
- Breakfast each morning
- Free drink at the hotel
- Return racecourse transfers
- Qatar Racing British Champions Day
- Central Windsor location
- On-site Brasserie
- Close to bars/restaurants
- Stunning riverside hotel
from £379 per person
- One (or two) nights accommodation at the 5* Fairmont Windsor Park Hotel
- Breakfast each morning
- Use of hotel’s award winning ultra-luxurious spa
- Private return racecourse transfers (chauffeur upgrade available)
- Qatar Racing British Champions Day
- Luxury 5* Hotel
- Fine Dining
- Private Transfers
- Stunning Spa
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Qatar Racing British Champions Day Tickets
Buy official Qatar Racing British Champions Day 2026 tickets for Ascot. Choose from the Queen Anne, Winning Post or King Edward VII Enclosures to match your preferred experience and budget.
All tickets are official and can be booked on their own or included in one of our hotel packages for a complete, stress-free Champions Day.
Queen Anne Enclosure
from £32 per person
In the heart of the action, offering excellent views of the Pre-Parade Ring, Parade Ring, and the Grandstand’s prime trackside lawns. Enjoy fantastic views of the horses as they prepare to race and experience the electric atmosphere as the winners return.
Winning Post Enclosure
from £52 per person
The Winning Post Enclosure grants racegoers access to the west end of the Grandstand concourse with additional viewing lawns, bars, and eateries, offering a vibrant atmosphere and fantastic views of the finishing straight and winning post.
King Edward VII Enclosure
from £94 per person
The King Edward VII Enclosure is Ascot’s premier public enclosure on all Ascot Racedays excluding Royal week. It grants racegoers access to Level 4 of the Grandstand, that offers stunning views of the whole track and in particular the finish line.
Qatar Racing British Champions Day Hospitality
Upgrade your day at Ascot with official Qatar Racing British Champions Day 2026 hospitality packages. Options range from relaxed all-inclusive experiences to fine-dining restaurants with outstanding views of the track and Parade Ring.
Hospitality packages start from £470 per person and include official enclosure tickets, lunch, drinks and reserved seating or private tables. They can also be combined with our hotel packages for a fully arranged raceday.
The Furlong
from £470 per person
- Winning Post Enclosure ticket
- Four-course lunch menu
- Afternoon tea
- Comp bar throughout the day (excl. Champagne)
- Racecard
- Racing paper
- Private table for groups of 8-12
- Shared tables for smaller groups)
On 5
from £598 per person
- King Edward VII Enclosure ticket
- Four course à la carte menu
- Welcome Drink
- Additional drinks packages available to purchase
- Racecard
- Racing paper
- Private table for groups of 2-12
- Located on Level 5 of Grandstand
The Parade Ring Restaurant
from £751 per person
- King Edward VII Enclosure ticket
- Four course à la carte menu
- Afternoon tea
- Comp bar throughout the day (excl. Champagne)
- Racecard
- Racing paper
- Private table for groups of 2-12
- Located on Level 2 of Grandstand
About the Qatar Racing British Champions Day
The Qatar Racing British Champions Day is Britain’s richest raceday and the perfect finale to the Flat season. Held each October at Ascot Racecourse, this prestigious meeting brings together the very best horses from the season to compete in multiple Group 1 races for huge prize money. With five headline contests and an unbeatable atmosphere, Champions Day celebrates excellence on the turf, marks out champion performers and delivers thrilling flat racing action in one spectacular day.
Europe’s very best will meet at Ascot for seven spectacular races, including five prestigious Group 1 contests. From the Champion Stakes to the British Champions Sprint Stakes, witness racing royalty battle for glory in some of the season’s most coveted prizes. It’s sporting excellence at its absolute peak.
When the final horse crosses the line, the celebration begins. The legendary after party ensures the Qatar Racing British Champions Day doesn’t end with the racing – it crescendos with music, entertainment, and that inimitable Ascot atmosphere. Because legends deserve a legendary send-off.
Qatar Racing British Champions Day Dress Code
Queen Anne Enclosure / Winning Post Enclosure
Whilst racegoers are encouraged to dress for a smart occasion, no formal Dress Code applies in the Queen Anne and Winning Post Enclosure. However, during the Flat season at Ascot, guests generally choose to dress for a smart occasion. Millinery is not compulsory, but hats and fascinators are encouraged.
King Edward VII Enclosure
Guests are required to dress for a smart summer occasion. Gentlemen must wear a jacket, collared shirt and tie. Millinery is not compulsory, but hats and headpieces are encouraged. Examples of acceptable attire include but are not limited to:
- A dress, suit or jumpsuit with a hat or headpiece
- Tailored trousers with a jacket, collared shirt and tie.
Trainers are not allowed.
Qatar Racing British Champions Day Raceday Timings
Customer Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions
Qatar Racing British Champions Day 2026 takes place on Saturday 17 October 2026 at Ascot Racecourse. It is the finale of the British Flat racing season.
Gates open at 10:30. The first race is scheduled for approximately 12:55 and the last race around 16:40. The racecourse closes at 19:00.
Official Qatar Racing British Champions Day 2026 tickets start from around £25–£34 for the Queen Anne Enclosure, £52 for the Winning Post Enclosure and £94 for the King Edward VII Enclosure. Prices vary depending on the booking window and availability. Children under 18 go free when accompanied by a paying adult.
There are three main public enclosures:
- Queen Anne Enclosure – general access with Parade Ring viewing and trackside lawns
- Winning Post Enclosure – closer views of the finishing straight plus additional bars and dining
- King Edward VII Enclosure – premium Level 4 grandstand seating with elevated views
Yes. In the Queen Anne and Winning Post Enclosures there is no formal dress code, but smart occasion wear is encouraged and hats/fascinators are popular. In the King Edward VII Enclosure a formal smart summer dress code applies – gentlemen must wear a jacket, collared shirt and tie. Trainers, sportswear and fancy dress are not permitted in any enclosure.
Racing Breaks hotel packages typically include official Ascot tickets, overnight accommodation, breakfast, return racecourse transfers and the option to add hospitality. Packages start from £139 per person and can be booked with a 30% deposit.
Yes. Official hospitality packages are available and start from approximately £470 per person. Options range from all-inclusive experiences with trackside views to fine-dining restaurants overlooking the Parade Ring or finishing straight. Hospitality can also be combined with hotel packages.
Qatar Racing British Champions Day features seven races, including five Group 1 contests. It is Britain’s richest raceday with a total prize fund of £4.35 million and crowns the champions of the Flat season.
British Champions Day is held at Ascot Racecourse in Berkshire. It is easily accessible by train (Ascot station is a short walk from the course) or by car, with on-site and nearby parking available.
