Outrageously-plumed racegoers sip Mint Juleps from air-conditioned boxes while college students on spring break pack the infield.

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Mr Derby said they wanted to engage a new generation of racegoers.

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The dress code may sound outmoded and overly strict but most racegoers enjoy dressing up for what is always a very special occasion.

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Althought racegoers travelling to Chepstow on by car have ample car parking to choose from, the racecourse will also be operating a bus service.

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The 2015 guidelines on dress code, detailed in full on the Royal Ascot website, are pretty prescriptive, especially for racegoers in the higher echelons of the Royal Enclosure.

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The festival is always well attended but organisers are taking no chances this year with a giant screen being erected to broadcast the FA Cup Final to racegoers.

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Among the cheering crowds were many racegoers who embraced the Diamond Jubilee theme, with variations on the red, white and blue color scheme visibly in evidence among the usual confection of hats and headpieces.

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