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Ascot is a village in the English county of Berkshire, most famous as the location of Ascot Racecourse, home of the prestigious Royal Ascot race meeting.

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A day on the town’s historic thoroughfares

Strolling through Ascot’s main streets offers a glimpse of a town that grew around its famed racecourse without letting the glamour overwhelm its everyday rhythm. The high street is lined with modest Edwardian shopfronts, many still family‑run, where you can pause for a cream tea in a café that has served generations of locals. Look beyond the polished façade to the small parks and the council‑maintained riding school – remnants of the equestrian heritage that quietly shape the community’s pace. A short walk north leads to the historic St. Michael’s church, whose modest tower provides a modest yet rewarding view over the surrounding Berkshire countryside.

Beyond the race – quieter pursuits

While the Royal Ascot meeting dominates the calendar, the town’s surrounding green belt invites quieter pursuits year‑round. The nearby Windsor Great Park, a short bus ride away, offers miles of bridleways and ancient oak woodlands ideal for a contemplative walk or a leisurely cycle. For those interested in local craft, the annual Ascot Summer Fair showcases regional food producers, woodworkers and potters, providing a more intimate taste of Berkshire’s creative scene than the bustling racetrack crowd. Evening diners will find a handful of gastropubs that blend traditional British fare with seasonal produce from nearby farms, delivering a culinary experience rooted in the local terroir.

Travel tip: timing your visit

Visiting outside the peak race season – particularly in late autumn – reveals a calmer side of Ascot. Hotel rates drop, and the town’s public transport links, including the Ascot railway station on the line to London Waterloo, are less crowded, making day trips to neighbouring villages more pleasant. Pack a light rain jacket; Berkshire’s weather turns damp after September, but the mist‑laden mornings add a gentle atmosphere to the historic streets and the surrounding countryside, perfect for photographers seeking soft light without the festival crowds.

Ascot

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A day on the town’s historic thoroughfares

Beyond the race – quieter pursuits

Travel tip: timing your visit

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