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Not having checked my Lotto tickets, I’m dreaming that perhaps the £8million is mine, in which case I’d appreciate some sartorial advice from members as I plan to become a country gentleman, attending N.H. races and Point to Point. Is there a certain style of dress and where would one purchase same from? Cost will not be a problem. Can you think of any examples of appropriately attired gents who I could aspire to.
Cheers and Bottoms Up.Is this acceptable?
I’m going tomorrow.
Shoes, trousers, jumper & shirt.
Its what I wore at Cheltenham and Aintree in similair enclosures so….
Nope
Rules for Grandstand Enclosure are as follows:-
“Gentlemen in the Grandstand Admission area must wear a shirt and tie, preferably with a suit or jacket.
Sports attire, jeans and shorts are strictly forbidden.”
http://www.ascot.co.uk/royal/royal_admdre.html
doesn’t say whether the tie has to be around your neck or holding up your trousers….
And especially for all TRF’s National Hunt heathens who will be attending
…..* Eating in public requires all private habits to be closeted. Pace yourself, so neither hoover like a wolf nor pick like a sparrow. Bring food to your mouth rather than drop your head.
* A man should stand up to greet a woman when she first arrives. There is no need, however, to jump up and down like a jack in the box every time she enters or leaves the room.
* Hangovers are generally self-inflicted, so you should approach the day after an evening’s overindulgence with stoicism, and keep your misery to yourself.
* Everyone enjoys a flutter, but ensure that you don’t become overly competitive or, if you’re lucky enough to back a winner, never gloat over less fortunate companions.
* Being punctual always scores bonus points. You will come across as someone who cares about other people, and is efficient, organised and reliable.
* Basic courtesies are easily forgotten on public transport, particularly if delays are lengthy and space is tight. Do not perpetuate this. Always offer your seat to those who need it more than you do.
* Men holding doors open for women is still a chivalrous gesture, even in our less gallant times.
* A genuine compliment will suffuse the recipient with positive feelings, and oils the wheels of social intercourse.
* If you’re somebody’s guest, remember your manners and don’t forget that all-important thank you letter afterwards.
And especially for all TRF’s National Hunt heathens who will be attending
…..* Eating in public requires all private habits to be closeted. Pace yourself, so neither hoover like a wolf nor pick like a sparrow. Bring food to your mouth rather than drop your head.
* A man should stand up to greet a woman when she first arrives. There is no need, however, to jump up and down like a jack in the box every time she enters or leaves the room.
* Hangovers are generally self-inflicted, so you should approach the day after an evening’s overindulgence with stoicism, and keep your misery to yourself.
* Everyone enjoys a flutter, but ensure that you don’t become overly competitive or, if you’re lucky enough to back a winner, never gloat over less fortunate companions.
* Being punctual always scores bonus points. You will come across as someone who cares about other people, and is efficient, organised and reliable.
* Basic courtesies are easily forgotten on public transport, particularly if delays are lengthy and space is tight. Do not perpetuate this. Always offer your seat to those who need it more than you do.
* Men holding doors open for women is still a chivalrous gesture, even in our less gallant times.
* A genuine compliment will suffuse the recipient with positive feelings, and oils the wheels of social intercourse.
* If you’re somebody’s guest, remember your manners and don’t forget that all-important thank you letter afterwards.
It is rather depressing and a sad reflection on society that the above actually has to be stated – for me they are all blindingly obvious.
Things that all should be second nature and not require any forethought and certainly not need reminding about.
tickets for the royal enclosure are still available:
http://www.ascot.co.uk/royal/enclosure_faq.html
you need a recommendation (convicted criminals and undischarged bankrupts are still barred; divorcées have been allowed in since 1955), but once you get past that, the dress code in some respects is more liberal:
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Gentlemen: morning suit, national dress or uniform.
Top hats and no brown shoes.
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Very good stuff here guys!
At Wimbledon there is a strict policy which requires that male patrons should not remove their shirts.
Doesn’t say anything about the women apparently!
Going to wear a white shirt,
grey
pants and a slim black tie, and a black mac/coat. IS THAT OK?
I hate wearing suits for the races. Never do it.
Going to wear a white shirt,
grey
pants and a slim black tie, and a black mac/coat. IS THAT OK?
I hate wearing suits for the races. Never do it.
Should be although with temperatures of 22 degrees forecast you may find the mac a tad warm.
* A man should stand up to greet a woman when she first arrives. There is no need, however, to jump up and down like a jack in the box every time she enters or leaves the room.
It is rather depressing and a sad reflection on society that the above actually has to be stated – for me they are all blindingly obvious.
Things that all should be second nature and not require any forethought and certainly not need reminding about.
I think your comment is harsh in relation to the ‘rule’ I’ve highlighted; it wasn’t taught at my school and in my experience it certainly isn’t expected in every social situation. I had to ‘learn’ it when I started working on racecourses. It also doesn’t have any logical basis in the way that some of the other rules do (be on time, don’t gloat etc.), unless you genuinely believe that women are the ‘fairer sex’ and should be celebrated as such.
Top hats and no brown shoes.
Naturally, but it’s well worth remembering that brown trousers may be worn for the duration of the Hunt Cup and Wokingham. These can be hired from the lavatory attendant on production of a valid betting slip for said races.
Voluminous corduroys are available for NH followers slumming it for the week
Polyester/nylon sta-prest for the fashion conscious Flat follower
Please note: The wearing of Brown Shorts is restricted to bona fide guests of the Earl of Sidcup only.
I had to be quite severe with him about wearing a soft hat before Goodwood
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And especially for all TRF’s National Hunt heathens who will be attending
…..* Eating in public requires all private habits to be closeted. Pace yourself, so neither hoover like a wolf nor pick like a sparrow. Bring food to your mouth rather than drop your head.
* A man should stand up to greet a woman when she first arrives. There is no need, however, to jump up and down like a jack in the box every time she enters or leaves the room.
* Hangovers are generally self-inflicted, so you should approach the day after an evening’s overindulgence with stoicism, and keep your misery to yourself.
* Everyone enjoys a flutter, but ensure that you don’t become overly competitive or, if you’re lucky enough to back a winner, never gloat over less fortunate companions.
* Being punctual always scores bonus points. You will come across as someone who cares about other people, and is efficient, organised and reliable.
* Basic courtesies are easily forgotten on public transport, particularly if delays are lengthy and space is tight. Do not perpetuate this. Always offer your seat to those who need it more than you do.
* Men holding doors open for women is still a chivalrous gesture, even in our less gallant times.
* A genuine compliment will suffuse the recipient with positive feelings, and oils the wheels of social intercourse.
* If you’re somebody’s guest, remember your manners and don’t forget that all-important thank you letter afterwards.
It is rather depressing and a sad reflection on society that the above actually has to be stated – for me they are all blindingly obvious.
Things that all should be second nature and not require any forethought and certainly not need reminding about.
You have to laugh don’t you; all this decorum, yet still the ladies queue in the men’s toilets.
Here you are Tosh^
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