Ascot: Nearly 300,000 people visit Royal event at racecourse
Ascot Racecourse welcomed over 290,000 people for a successful five days of Royal Ascot. The famous horse-racing event was once again enjoyed by people from all over the world, including The Queen.
David Hilton, cabinet member for Ascot, said: “This year’s Royal Ascot week was brilliant as always.
“The event always brings a huge amount of people to the area and this year was no different. I hope that everyone who did attend will remember their time fondly and come back again next year.
“Thank you to all of the staff and partners who worked tirelessly before, after and during the event to make it as special as it was.
“We’ve been able to proudly show off a wonderful part of our borough to the world and we’re grateful to residents and businesses for their patience and support during this busy time of year.”
Alastair Warwick, chief operating officer at Ascot Racecourse, said: “It was another great year for Royal Ascot.
“A lot of hard work goes into preparing for this world famous five-day event, and everyone involved is crucial to its success.
“We hope that everyone who attended had a brilliant time and will look forward to returning next year.”
Royal Ascot in numbers:
- 5 keg rooms were inspected by our trading standards team
- 10 spirits were tested for adulteration of substitution
- 10 under-age mystery shopper tests were carried out at bar and cigarette kiosks
- 152 visits were paid to bars, restaurants and shops within the venue, and 2 visits to street vendors
- 5 pubs were inspected outside the venue
- 71,000 people were in attendance at once at its peak
- Over 50 no waiting and suspension signs were put up to keep the area traffic-free
- 17 community wardens worked a collective 328 hours
