It’s not everyday that you get invited to watch horse racing at Ascot, especially not with a meal included! Champions Day was on the 17th October and it was one of the main event in this year’s horse racing. It’s not as crazy as Royal Ascot, but it’s “the finale of the European Flat racing season and it’s the richest raceday in the British calendar.” I went to the races with a group of fashion bloggers and it was really fun being able to take photos of each other and of our meals without looking strange. We were invited by Ladbrokes and Branded3 and we got to sit at the Pavilion Restaurant to have a meal and afternoon tea. In addition, we had unlimited drinks… 😛
On the day of the races, I woke up really early to get dolled up. My outfit was super last minute, so I wasn’t completely happy with it! It looked way too summery, but the dress did go with the hat. The train to Ascot was super busy, but it’s something you’d expect when everyone’s heading to the races or the Rugby World Cup. Just as I got off the train at Ascot, I bumped into Primose, whom I first met at the Cheltenham Ladies Day earlier this year.
Upon arrival, we were greeted by the gorgeous Victoria and the handsome Will from Branded3. There were two exclusive tables for bloggers only and it was definitely a VIP treatment! I sat on a table with Primose, Carolin, Will, Freya , Lauren , Michaela, Katy and Charlie. It was really fun to catch up with everyone as well as seeing some new faces.
The food at Ascot was delicious and I’ve been tweeting about my meals throughout the day! You can see for yourself, doesn’t the meal look yum?
Live from #ChampionsDay: Starter at the Pavilion Restaurant: Kingprawn pâté & crisp flatbread #AnAfternoonAtAscot pic.twitter.com/oaWSxBUWgZ
— Olivia (@FjordBeauty) October 17, 2015
Live from #ChampionsDay: pan fried chicken & fancy veggies for lunch! #AnAfternoonAtAscot #pavilionrestaurant pic.twitter.com/qAFSdVhbxp
— Olivia (@FjordBeauty) October 17, 2015
Live from #ChampionsDay: Tiramisu & choco mousse for dessert! So yummy #AnAfternoonAtAscot #pavilionrestaurant pic.twitter.com/iHiyNXIxTQ
— Olivia (@FjordBeauty) October 17, 2015
The race court also looked awesome and with our Pavilion tickets, we got to watch the races from the VIP area. Unfortunately, I lost all my bets because I always ended up picking the horse that came second, but I did have a great time cheering “my horse” on with the girls.
In addition, there were a lot of picture sessions! We took selfies, outfit photos and there was even a photo booth where we can take even more embarrassing photos!
Live from #ChampionsDay: events are always better when there is a photobooth! With @Style_Lingua #AnAfternoonAtAscot pic.twitter.com/sI08kUkC2G
— Olivia (@FjordBeauty) October 17, 2015
Another favourite from the #photobooth! Love going to the races with @primrosebw! We are e… http://t.co/pJp4rGAfYA pic.twitter.com/f3740JGR7i
— Olivia (@FjordBeauty) October 17, 2015
The day didn’t just end there! When I got back, I finally got to open my present from Ladbrokes! It’s a gorgeous tea set with my name on one side and the event memo & the hashtag of the event, #AnAfternoonAtAscot on the other side, so that it’ll help me remember this fantastic Afternoon Tea Party at Ascot! Besides, I always have this blog post & Ladbrokes post on the event to refer back to when I want to re-live the memories of Champions Day 2015!
Been waiting all day to open my #Ladbrokes parcel! It was totally worth the wait! ??? #AnAfternoonAtAscot pic.twitter.com/0sT60vobs8
— Olivia (@FjordBeauty) October 17, 2015
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Aw thanks so much for taking me back to our fantastic afternoon at Ascot! I loved seeing you and Primrose. The food was fantastic and the company amazing. Such a wonderful day x
Caz | Style Lingua
I'd totally want to re-live this over and over again! 🙂 Lovely seeing you again! x
WOW I would love to go to Ascot it seems so much fun to dress up and especially when you are spending it with other bloggers (perfect company in my opinion) 😉 xxx
Hope you get the chance one day! I think the dressing up part is the best! x
WOW WOW WOW 🙂 you look so gorgeous and that's such a cool event, I always loved to go to Ascot too *_* Amazing!
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Thank you! Glad you like the post! Hope that you get to go one day. 🙂 x
Fab post, was such a lovely day and great to see you again! x
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Thank you! Really happy to see you again and hopefully we'll see each other in London soon. x
I attend Champions Day at Ascot every year, glad you enjoyed yourself! The food looked delicious 😀
Rebecca Coco
I should do it every year too! It's so much fun! x