Ladies Day at the races is all about style and glamour...
The Glamour of Ladies Day at Newmarket
Get your Ladies Day tickets through my comprehensive guide to every racecourse throughout the UK and find out what to wear to win the Cheltenham Festival
Best Dressed Lady Prize
Question: Where do you think you can pick up £73,000 plus for free by doing the things you love?
Answer: Just by attending certain race meetings throughout the UK
Puzzled? The Racing Events in question GAVE AWAY in 2008 3 cars, 4 foreign holidays, £13,000 in jewellry, 6 stays in luxury hotels and much, much more.
Think you've been missing something?
The events in question are 'LADIES DAYS'
Yup, I was staggered when I started researching this subject and it's set to get even bigger. Ladies days are by far the most popular racing events and attract huge crowds.
So all you female subscribers start sorting out your best glad rags and the guys now have a perfect excuse to get wives, partners, sisters out to those Ladies Days and start bringing home some of that largesse and enjoy tip top
horse racing
tips for your day at the races.
I have put together a webpage which brings together information on all the Ladies Days at UK racecourses so that you can see where and when they take place and the prizes they offer.
Find out what the
best dressed ladies
are wearing.
Aintree: - Aintree
When: Friday 5th April 2013 in the Red Rum Garden
Prizes: £5,000 cash, Matalan photoshoot, with £500 to spend in store
Registration: Pre-register online or register on the day
Ascot: - Ascot
When: Thursday June 20th 2013 - traditionally the third day of Royal Ascot in June.
Prizes: To be announced
Registration: First 2 days of racing. Open to all racegoers.
Ayr: - Ayr
When: Ladies Night - Saturday 10th Aug 2013 with Final on 20th September
Prizes: A new car supplied by Kerr & Smith. Best Dressed Man wins £300 of vouchers for Slater Menswear.
Registration: Attend this or one of several other qualifying race meetings prior to the Ladies Day Final on Friday 20th September.
Racing is followed with entertainment by a live band in the Horseshoe Bar and a disco in the Ayrshire Suite concluding around 11.30pm.
Bangor: - Bangor
When: Friday 2nd August 2013
Prizes: Yes
Registration: On the day.
Bath: - Bath
When: Saturday 31st August 2013
Prizes: To be advised
Compete in the best dressed and best hat competitions
Registration: On the day
Beverley: - Beverley
When: Wednesday 14th August 2013
Prizes: To be announced - last year's winner received a beautiful diamond necklace
Registration: all admission badges and tickets must be booked in advance
Brighton: Brighton
When: Thursday 8th August 2013
Prizes: Ladies Day is sponsored by local car dealers, FROSTS.
Prize for Best Dressed Lady
Registration: Attendance on the day
Carlisle: Carlisle
When: Monday 5th August 2013
Prizes: prizes for the Best Dressed Lady, Best Dressed Gent and Best Hat sponsored by Edinburgh Woollen Mill
The World's only race fixture exclusively for Lady Jockeys
Racing is followed by a Ronan Keating concert
Registration: Attendance on the day
Cartmel: - Cartmel
When: None in 2013
Prizes: Past prizes £5000 of diamond jewellery supplied by Wave Jewellery
The runner-up wins a night for two at the Swan Hotel and Spa at Newby Bridge.
Registration: On the day
Catterick: - Catterick
When: Friday evening 16th August 2013
Prizes: Fabulous prizes provided by Suzanne Gill Millinery, I Do Bridal and Evening Wear and the Tote in 2011.
Registration: On the day
Live music throughout the evening from Trio Gitan and also children's entertainment
Cheltenham: Cheltenham
When: Wednesday March 13th 2013 - Festival Week
Prizes : A cape of sheepskin, from Dlux Fashion
A Seasons Holidays vacation
Gift vouchers worth £1000 for spending at Moloh
Gift vouchers worth £1000 for spending at Stuart Holmes Hair & Beauty Spa
A Denise Innes bespoke Hat
A Piper Heidsieck bottle of Champagne
A fur jacket from Paris provided by Allure Lifestyle
An handcrafted leather belt from Italy supplied by Hip & Waisted
Prizes are for:
• The Best dressed Lady
• The best Ladies hat
• Best accessories
Chepstow: - Chepstow
When: Ladies Evening Friday 12 July 2013
Prizes: for The Best Hat and Best Dressed Lady, includes live music before and after racing
Registration: On the day
Chester: Chester
When: Friday evening, 28th June 2013 Ladies Evening
Saturday, 31st August 2013 Ladies Day
Prizes : Worth over £1,000 from The Trafford Centre
Celebrities of Hollyoaks will be introducing and judging the competition.
Registration: Attendance on the day - complete the application form and hand it into the Paddock Rooms before 7pm
Doncaster: Doncaster
When: Saturday 18th May 2013 Ladies Evening
Thursday 12th September 2013 St. Leger Festival Ladies Day
Prizes 2011: Great prize packages for the winner and two runners up include include bespoke hand-made Swarovski Crystal matching necklace and bracelet by Glitzed2bitz, free membership at Cannons Gym, a stay for two at The Crown Hotel at Bawtry, vouchers from Funky Fascinators, spa treatments at Elements Medi Spa, First-Class rail tickets from National Express and a range of prizes from House of Fraser.
Registration: Attendance on the day
Epsom: Epsom
When: Saturday 1st June 2013 - Derby Day
Prizes: In 2012 - A limited edition Horseshoe Necklace crafted by Theo Fennell. Two runners up each receive tickets to an Epsom Live! Night and a bottle of champagne.
Registration: Attendance on the day
Exeter: - Exeter
When: Tuesday, May 7 2013 Ladies Evening With Live Music during the evening
Prizes: Unknown
Registration: Unknown
Fontwell: Fontwell
When: Thursday 15 August 2013
Prizes: To be announced - To book telephone 01243 543335.
Registration: Attendance on the day
Ffos Las: Ffos Las
When: Thursday Evening 20 June 2013
Friday 23rd August Ladies Day 2013
Three for Four Offer
Prizes: In 2012 From Slaters Menswear, St Elli Shopping Cente and Alison Tod.
Followed by live music from Fat Barry's Sould Band
Registration: Attendance on the day
Goodwood: - Goodwood
When: Thursday 01 August 2013
Goodwood Ladies Day is the height of chic fashion and a wonderful opportunity to see and be seen.
Prizes: Not known
Registration: Attendance on the day
Hamilton: Hamilton
When: Saturday 03 August 2013
Prizes: Not known
Registration: Attendance on the day
Haydock: Haydock
When: Friday 07 June 2013 - Ladies Evening
Friday 05 July 2013 - Ladies Evening
A host of fabulous prizes on offer and also a top model competition for a chance to win a modelling contract.
Prizes 2011: Tips from fashion partner Harvey Nicholls and chance to take part in catwalk show
Registration: Attendance on the day
Ladies Day tips for just £0.83 per day at Betting School
Hereford: Hereford
When: Sunday, Jun 23, 2013
Prizes: Unknown
Ladies Day competitions for the best dressed and best hat - so dress to impress!
Registration: Attendance on the day
Kelso: Kelso
When: Sunday 26 May 2012
Prizes: Magnum of Champagne.
Prize for the Best Dressed Couple.
The first 200 Ladies through the gate receive a luxury goody bag, containing a range of fantastic goodies.
Registration: Attendance on the day
Leicester: Leicester
When: Saturday 06 July 2013
Prizes: Great prizes plus many other Ladies concession stands and free champagne. Sponsored by Heart 106.
Emtertaiment features THE HUMAN LEAGUE AND THE BLOW MONKEYS after racing, early booking is advised.
Registration: Attendance on the day
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Lingfield: Lingfield
When: Saturday 20 July 2013
After a thrilling evening at the races you can enjoy live music.
Prizes for Best Dressed Lady, Best Dressed Gentleman and Best Hat:
Past Prizes: Best Dressed Lady Sponsored by Planet
1st Prize: £300 worth of Planet vouchers
2nd Prize: £200 worth of Planet vouchers
3rd Prize: £100 worth of Planet vouchers
Registration: Attendance on the day
Ludlow: - Ludlow
When: Thursday 16th May 2013
Prizes: Unknown
Market Rasen: - Market Rasen
When: Saturday 20 July 2013
Prizes: Great prizes for best dressed Lady and Best Hat competitions.
Saturday Ladies evening 13th August 2012
With entertainment after racing
Musselburgh: Musselburgh
When: Friday 14th June 2013
Ladies Day is a very popular event in Scotland.
Enjoy superb floral displays, best dressed competitions and raceday packages at Mussleburgh Racecourse.
Past Prizes: include a new Suzuki Swift, £250 shoppping vouchers with John Lewis.
Registration: Attendance on the day on the Fashion in the Field Stage behind the main Grandstand.
Newbury: Newbury
When: No announcement for 2013
Past Prizes: Holiday to Florida and over £1000 to spend
Registration: Attendance on the day or book in advance
Newcastle: Newcastle
When: Saturday 27 July 2013
Prizes: To be anounced
Registration: Attendance on the day
Newmarket: Newmarket
When: Thursday 11th July 2013
Prizes: To be announced
Registration: Finalists for each of the days awards will be chosen from the crowd from the time of gates opening
Newton Abbot: Newton Abbot
When: Tuesday 25 June 2013
Prizes: To be advised
Registration: Attendance on the day
After racing enjoy all the fun of a casino and dance to a live band.
There are Goodie Bags for guests and jewellery and fashion stalls
Nottingham: Nottingham
When: Ladies' Day Saturday 11th May 2013
Ladies' Day Friday 16th August 2013
Prizes: Best Dressed Lady and Best Hat - win a VIP experience with totesport and prizes provided by Planet.
Registration: Attendance on the day or book in advance
Perth: Perth
When: Thursday 16th May 2013
Prizes: Many prizes for the best dressed and goody bags for the first 100 ladies to arrive. In conjunction with Break through Breast Cancer.
Registration: Attendance on the day or book in advance
Enjoy a free catwalk show with some famous names in the modelling world
Plumpton: Plumpton
When: Sunday 12th May 2013
Gates Open: 11.30am
First Race: 2.10pm
Last Race: 5.10pm
Admission Prices -
Adult Admission £18 (on the day), £14 (web advance) including a free programme and parking
Children under 18: FREE
There is only one enclosure for Ladies Day, with admission tickets giving access to all public areas.
Prizes for the best dressed ladies, men and children, hosted by Derek Thompson.
Prizes in 2013: 1st Prize: A 2 night stay at the beautiful Buxted Park, including dinner in the Rosette awarded restaurant, plus £500 in cash.
2nd prize – A stay at Molly Dishwasher, a interesting shepherds hut set in 70 acres of fields and surrounding woods at a village not far from Tonbeidge Wells.
3rd Prize: Phase Photographic will greet you with a glass of champagne in preparation for a hair and makeup consultation including a photo shoot.
“Best Dressed Man”
Mud Mania voucher for 8 for an exciting day of off-road racing in the West Sussex countryside.
“Best Dressed Child”
A choice of british made kids clothing designed by Dido & Bendigo.
Please note : Previous 1st prize winners are unable to enter the competitions
Registration: Attendance on the day
Pontefract: Pontefract
When: Wednesday 7th August 2013
There'll be a free buttonhole and glass of bubbly for the first 500 ladies in the Premier Enclosure
Prizes in 2012: A Mercedes for the day, 5* break at The Sands in Scarborough, Spa Day at the Verbena Spa, a meal for 2 at The Grange in York, a meal for 2 at Rogerthorpe Manor, a £165 voucher from the Simply Devine Hat Shop, handbags for the top 3 from them too, flowers for the top 3 and much more! There were also gift bags for 20 finalists!
For further details please call 01977 781307
Registration: Attendance on the day
Redcar: Redcar
When: Saturday 22nd June 2013
Prizes: supplied by: Market Cross Jewellers and Chic Hats, Orange Kerr and Kate Fearnley.
During the afternoon 10 finalists will be chosen for the Best Dressed Lady and Best Hat competitions. Judging will take place after the 4th and 5th races.
Registration: Attendance on the day
For Tips on what to wear check out the secrets of the 'best dressed lady'
Ripon: Ripon
When: Ladies Day is Thursday 20th June 2013
Prizes in 2011: The Best Dressed Lady won a champagne lunch for two at the meeting of her choice.
Very popular event - prizes in 2013 for Best Dressed Lady and Best Hat competition to be announced nearer the time.
Registration: Attendance on the day
Salisbury: Salisbury
When: Saturday Evening 13th July 2013
Prizes: Fabulous prizes to be announced
Followed by Navi as Michael Jackson
Registration: Attendance on the day
Music after the racing performed by Navi, ‘the world’s Number 1 Michael Jackson impersonator
Sedgefield: - Sedgefield
When: Tuesday (evening) 27 August 2013
Prizes in 2011: £500 CASH, A BOTTLE OF BUBBLY, PLUS MANY MORE PRIZES!
A free Estee Lauder goody bag will be presented to the first 300 ladies to arrive.
Southwell: - Southwell
When: Sunday 18th August 2013
Ladies Day is sponsored by the Newark Advertiser. Prizes on offer for 'Best Dressed Lady', 'Best Hat' and 'Best Shoes'.
Live music after racing is from Take That Experience
Ladies with PRE BOOKED tickets will receive a complimentary drink upon arrival at the racecourse.
Stratford-on-Avon: Stratford-on-Avon
When: Ladies Day on Sunday 21st July, 2013
Seven excellent National Hunt Races
Competitions for: Best Dressed Lady, Most Fashionable Lady, Best Hat/Fascinator & Best Dressed Couple
The first 200 ladies into the Club & Tattersall Enclosures will get a free glass of Pimms.
Past Prizes include a Spa Day at The Welcombe Menzies Hotel, bespoke fully designed hat/fascinator from Laura Jane Design
Registration: Book in advance and entry on the day for Ladies Day
Taunton: Taunton
When: Wednesday 24th April 2013 - First race 4.50pm last race 8.05pm
Prizes: The Best Dressed Lady & Best Hat Competitions
Registration: On the day
Thirsk: Thirsk
When: Ladies Day is Saturday 7th September 2013
Prizes: The Best Dressed Lady & Best Hat Competitions - prizes sponsored by Barkers of Northallerton for Best Dressed Gentleman and Best Dressed Lady.
Registration: Book in advance and entry on the day for Ladies Day
Uttoxeter: - Uttoxeter
When: Thursday evening 13th June, 2013
Prizes: To be announced
Registration: On the day
Warwick: - Warwick
When: Friday, 5th July 2013
Prizes: To be announced
Registration: On the day
Wetherby: - Wetherby
When: Thursday evening 30th May 2013
Prizes: Sponsored by James Brindley Interiors include a £600 voucher to spend in store and an invitation to attend the St Leger meeting at Doncaster in September to represent Wetherby in 'Yorkshire's Best Dressed Lady' competition.
Also a prize of £150 to spend in-store for the Best Hat on the evening.
Registration: On the day
Fashion Shows from students from Leeds College of Art and Design
Wincanton: Wincanton
When: Tuesday 14th May 2013
Prizes: for the 'Best dressed Lady' and 'Best Hat'.
A fashion show will be held in the Kingwell Restaurant - book in advance
Registration: Unknown
Windsor: Windsor
When: Monday evening 17th June 2013
Prizes: to be announced - Pimms on the lawn and girlie treats
Registration: On the day
Worcester: - Worcester
When: Saturday 1st June 2013
Past Prizes: include a £300 voucher for the Best Dressed Lady, a £200 voucher for the runner-up, and a £200 voucher for the Most Extravagant Hat winner, plus fantastic goodie bags.
Includes Best Dressed Little Lady (under 12yrs) competitions!
Yarmouth: Yarmouth
When: Tuesday Evening 16 July 2013 - fantastic prizes with live music on the lawns.
Eastern Festival Ladies Day Thu, 19th September, 2013
Prizes: - To be announced - event concludes with live concert
Free champagne, £1000's in prizes Book early to avoid disappointment
Registration: Attendance on the day
York: York
When: Thursday 22 August 2013 - to be confirmed
Past Prizes: - a trip to Dubai courtesy of Marriott hotels.
Registration: Attendance on the day
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Stratford Racecourse will be holding its very popular Ladies Day on Sunday 21st July, 2013.
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The most stylish way to enjoy Ladies Day is to spend a leisurely …
Haydock Park Racecourse Not rated yet
Our fantastic summer Ladies' Nights combine the best of high-class fashion, glamour and adrenaline-packed racing in a series of evenings designed to …
Stratford-on-Avon Racecourse Ladies Day Not rated yet
Sunday 17th July , 2011. Gates open from 12noon, first race @ 2.20pm.
Free glass of Pimms for the first 200 ladies into the Club & Tattersall Enclosures. …
Beverley Racecourse Not rated yet
The Journal Ladies Day takes place on Wednesday 10th August 2011 and is THE social event in East Yorkshire. Tickets for the Premier Enclosure have sold …
Ascot Racecourse Not rated yet
The unoffical ladies day is Thursday 17th June.
However the competition for the ladies will be held on Tuesday 15th & Wednesday 16th where the competition …
Towcester Racecourse Not rated yet
Friday 21st May 2010
2010 Prizes TBC - Previous years 1st prizes have been £2000.00 cash and jewellery worth over £1000.00
First race - 18.20 with …
CARTMEL Not rated yet
Cartmel Ladies Day
WHEN: SATURDAY 2nd JUNE 2012
PRIZES: £5000 of diamond jewellery supplied by Wave Jewellery
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