Horse racing

is one of the chief spectator sports in England. There are two forms of horse racing — flat racing (from late March to early November) and steeplechasing and hurdle racing (from August to June).
The Derby is the leading English flat race (no jumps). It takes place at Epsom, near London.
The Ascot Races are held in June at Ascot, six miles from Windsor. The meeting is noted for its fashions, particularly women's hats.