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The Ascot Gold Cup, 1834 by James Pollard It is Britain's most prestigious event for "stayers" – horses which specialise in racing over long distances. It is traditionally held on the third day of the Royal Ascot meeting, which is known colloquially (but not officially) as Ladies' Day.
The third day of the Royal Ascot, the Gold Cup, coincides with what is colloquially known as ‘Ladies’ Day,’ a term first used in 1823. An anonymous poet described the day as "Ladies' Day ...
Ascot Racecourse is visited by approximately 600,000 people a year, accounting for 10% of all UK racegoers. The racecourse covers 179 acres (72 ha) leased from the Crown Estate and enjoys close association with the British Royal Family. Ascot was founded in 1711 by Queen Anne and located approximately 6 miles (9.7 km) from Windsor Castle.
Ladies' Day may refer to: Ladies' Day (baseball) , a promotional event in Major League Baseball during the 20th century Ladies' Day (film) , a 1943 film by Leslie Goodwins
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David Shilling (born 27 June 1949) [1] is an English milliner, [2] fashion designer, and interdisciplinary artist. Shilling is best known for his flamboyant hat and clothing designs worn on Ladies' Day at Royal Ascot.
The Royal Ascot has a strict dress code: men must wear "a full morning suit with waistcoat and either a black or grey top hat at all times," and women need to wear hats, and dresses that cover ...