Ascot is a commuter town in Berkshire, situated 40Km (25miles) west of London and 9.7km (6miles) south of Windsor.
It is most commonly known as the venue for the Royal Ascot meeting at the Ascot Rcecourse which is held every June.
The average house price of £1.02m makes it the 13th most expensive place to live in England.
The town comprises three areas: Ascot itself, North Ascot and South Ascot.
Ascot is in the district administered by the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead, it has a train station making it accessible for people commuting to London in the east or Reading to the west.
The town is also just six miles away from Windsor and its historic castle, a popular tourist spot, particularly for those with an affinity for the Royal Family.
As one of the most famous race courses in the world, Ascot attracts more than half a million visitors every year.
Ascot Racecourse can trace its history back to 1711 when Queen Anne arranged the first meeting.
At the five day long Royal Ascot festival held every June, members of the Royal Family process each day at 2pm – a tradition that dates back to 1825. It is popular as a venue and event for the fashion takes with often flamboyant outfits stealing the show especially at Ladies Day.
Royal Ascot is Britain’s most valuable race meeting, attracting many of the world’s finest racehorses to compete for more than £7.3 milllion in prize money.
The town centre has a variety of shops, restaurants and bars and live music venues, but there is also access to a selection of nature parks and walks.
Continuing the sporting theme, Ascot is home to several picturesque golf clubs.
The luxury Coworth Park hotel in Ascot offers indulgent spa opportunities and is a popular luxury wedding venue.
Ascot Resin Driveways A family in Ascot overcame their fears of losing out in the housing market by upgrading their existing home with a stylish new permeable resin driveway instead of gambling with new mortgage rates to move. And the finished result? They couldn’t be happier with their decision to stay put but enhance the […]