-^ Ascot Race Course 



furlongs. The Course known as the New Mile is straight 

 and uphill, and is 7 furlongs 166 yards long. The last 

 5 furlongs 136 yards of the New Mile constitute the 

 T.Y.C. The Queen's Plate Course begins at the New 

 Mile Starting Post, and measures rather less than three 

 miles. 



The buildings that form the stands and offices have 



A VIEW FROM THE TOWER : LOOKING NORTH 



been described in detail elsewhere, but a few particulars 

 regarding their use and accommodation may prove of value. 

 Walking along the Course, towards the Ascot Hotel, we 

 notice first the high wall that forms the boundary of the 

 Carriage Enclosure. During the Race week the Corps 

 of Commissionaires takes charge here, and accommodation 

 is provided for sixty-seven vehicles. 



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