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Royal Ascot Starts Today – take a last minute short break

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It’s great to see that the sun is out for the first day of Royal Ascot.  With big, resplendently dressed, crowds expected and some excellent racing to look forward Royal Ascot is a wonderful social and sporting event.

The first race of the day is the Queen Anne’s Stakes with the unbeaten Frankel among the favourites.  We have to admit that we don’t know much about horse racing form so our betting is largely restricted to looks and the name, anyone got any tips for Royal Ascot?

Are you going to Royal Ascot this year?  If you are, have a brilliant day.  We would love to see some of your pictures of the day, please post them here or on our Facebook page.  As you can see we struggle with finding good pictures to use on our website for Ascot so we really do need your help!

You will find  Ascot in the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead.  If you are looking for a short break or weekend break in the area, Berkshire and Surrey offers some excellent self catering, ranging from apartments to cottages, accommodation for couples, families or groups. More about Royal Ascot and Accommodation

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Royal Ascot next week, book a cottage short break to enjoy the fun

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One of the premier sporting and social ocassions in the British calendar, Royal Ascot gets underway next week – Tuesday 19th June.

A uniquely British sporting event where Royalty attends, there is a daily Royal Procession, and the guests turn out in the highest of fashion and style… the day even finishes with singing of traditional songs around the bandstand.

The horse racing is of the highest order, with 18 of the world’s most prestigious races taking place over the 5 days and with some £4.5 million pounds of winnings at stake.

Although Royal Ascot is well known for its fashion and, of course the designer hats on Ladies Day (Thursday), don’t let that put you off.  It’s a great day out even if you just want to observe it rather than be dressed for it!

Whether you are going for one day or a number of days, Royal Ascot is the perfect excuse for a short break.  Set in the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead, Ascot is easily reached from Berkshire and Surrey.  Being only 50 minutes by car or train from central London also makes it within easy reach of London apartments as well as Hampshire, West Sussex and Kent.

You can find out more about Royal Ascot, see a selection of self catering cottages and useful links to B&B, guest house and hotels on our Royal Ascot Cottage Break page.

Berkshire, Easter Holidays, England, Special Offers

10% Off at Legoland Windsor

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With the School Easter holidays in full swing we have 3 great Legoland Windsor offers to save some money on your family trip.

  • 10% off LEGOLAND Windsor Day Tickets (on going offer).  Click here>
  • 10% off LEGOLAND Windsor 2 Day Tickets (on going offer). Click here >
  • 10% off LEGOLAND Windsor Annual Pass (on going offer). Pays for itself after only 3 visits. Click here>

LEGOLAND Windsor Resort is a theme park dedicated to children aged 3-12 years old.  An inspirational land where the kids are the hero. It’s a family attraction like no other – where the fun never stops and imagination knows no bounds.   With over 55 interactive rides, live shows, building workshops, driving schools and attractions, all set in 150 acres of beautiful parkland, LEGOLAND Windsor Resort is a unique family theme park.

Prepare for a soaking on our wet and wild water rides.  Follow a pirate trail that’ll leave you wetter than walking the plank or join a Viking fleet where you’ll battle sea monsters and rough waters.  Little ones will also love making a splash in the fountains at Waterworks. Our many interactive rides put you, quite literally, in the driving seat.

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