Cheltenham racegoers show off outfits as they get into swing of it

Rowdy at the races! Cheltenham guests let loose as they get into the spirit of the day in colourful ensembles and sip on champagne

  • Stylish racegoers still pulled out all the fashion stops for the glamorous event
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The weather might be a little grey and dreary but that wasn’t enough to prevent racegoers from pulling out all the stops for the second day of the Cheltenham Festival.

Racegoers sipped on champagne and pints as they celebrated their wins with friends old and new. 

And many racegoers were quick to get into the spirit of the event as the races kicked off, throwing their arms into the air as their bets were a success. 

The historic society event, which dates back to the early 19th century, has unveiled a new ‘inclusive’ dress code this year, which organisers hope will make spectators feel ‘confident and at-ease’ for their visit.

But despite dresses, heels and hats no longer being mandatory, glamourous guests still opted to pull out all the fashion stops for the annual event.

The weather might have be a little grey and dreary but that wasn’t enough to prevent racegoers from pulling out all the sartorial stops as the second day of the Cheltenham Festival got underway


Guests pictured enjoying a few drinks at the bar on day two of Cheltenham Festival this afternoon

Despite the dress code being relaxed at the event, many guests still dressed to the nines and showed off their finery 

Making a statement! One woman opted for a rather unusual fascinator crafted from Domino’s boxes 

Posing for a group photo as they arrived, one chic group of women braved the cold in cropped jackets and hats as they entered the races.

Wearing an emerald green hat adorned with peacock feathers, one especially glamorous spectator looked perfectly put together in a green velvet jumpsuit.  

Meanwhile, another opted for black velvet flared trousers which she styled with a brown fur jacket and string of pearls.

What’s more, a third donned a pair of brown knee-high boots with her chic camel coat while the final member of the party looked sophisticated in a black-and-white striped midi dress. 

Fully embracing the festivities, a particularly stylish duo went all out with faux fur as they arrived at the races this morning. 

Wearing a green cord midi dress, a beaming racegoer was pictured with a small brown fascinator in her hair with a single vibrant peacock feather.

Her companion also looked suitably smart in a pastel blue coat which perfectly matched her floral navy hat.

She finished off her ensemble with a dark blue dur scarf, leather gloves and a Mulberry bag.

Yes! One woman couldn’t contain her excitement as she punched the sky after seeing The Real Whacker win on day two of the races 

Come on boys! Another group of lads were quick to get into the spirit of the day as they celebrated with other guests 

Clinging onto hope: One pair sheltered beneath an umbrella as they watched the races unfold earlier today 

Getting into the swing of things! This group of women were overjoyed to be attending the event in Cheltenham this afternoon


Feeling fabulous and ready for fun! Many groups wrapped up in warm jackets and trendy fascinators as they arrived at the races today 

Taking a break from the action! One pair of racegoers opted to rest outside as they waited to hear the results of the races

Country casual! One pair of women braved the cold at the racecourse in tiny mini skirts and knee high boots 


Left: Guest enjoys a drink at the bar in between races at Cheltenham Ladies Day this afternoon. Right: Stylish racegoer enjoys a glass of champagne 

Guests pictured enjoying pints of  Guinness at the bar on Cheltenham Festival Day Two


Left: This glamorous racegoer opted for a bright yellow dress, coat and fascinator for her Ladies Day outfit. Right: This Cheltenham guest stunned in a bright pink coat with faux fur trim and leggings

This chic guest stunned in a pink printed mini dress with a matching hat and cropped black jacket


Left: This stylish duo brought all the glamour with their full-length dresses and heels. Although hats are no longer mandatory, the pair opted for fascinators 

This glamorous duo braved the cold in plunging tailored jackets and completed their outfits with brown handbags


This glamorous duo didn’t let the lacklustre weather dampen their outfits – instead opting for hot pink ensembles

Despite the ‘inclusive’ casual dress code at Cheltenham, these glam racegoers brought all the glam to the annual event


Right: Fully embracing the festivities, a particularly stylish duo went all out with faux fur as they arrived at the races this morning

One chic group of women braved the cold in cropped jackets and hats as they entered the races for Ladies Day


Left: Stylish racegoer wears blue-and-white plaid co-ord. Right: Another glamorous spectator stunned in a full-length tartan coat which she paired with a blue handbag, gloves and a fedora

This super chic duo wore matching knee-high boots and both carried Dior handbags for the event


Left: Stylish racegoer stuns in mini dress and knee high boots. Right: Another racegoer embraced the more relaxed dress code and stunned in a black mini skirt and knee high boots

Feeling flush! One racegoer donned an eyecatching scarlett coat and fascinator for the second day of the races


Right: Racegoer opts for tweed coat and mini skirt for Ladies Day. Left: Cheltenham guest braves the cold in faux fur coat and hat

Many ladies opted for trendy ensembles for the second day of the races earlier – including one who donned a very plunging neckline 


Left: Racegoer stuns in plunging tailored suit. Right: This stylish guest opted for a green teddy coat and bright green hat

Another racegoer stunned in a black mini skirt, which she paired with a trendy matching waistcoat.

Completing her tailored look, the woman wore an oversized blazer, sunglasses and a black-and-white fur bag as she pulled a peace sign for the cameras. 

Guests didn’t let the lacklustre weather conditions dampen their outfits either – with one duo rocking hot pink coats and another glam spectator opting for a bright yellow dress and fascinator. 

Ahead of the first races this morning, Big Brother’s Josie Gibson arrived at the grounds wearing a smart brown trenchcoat and fedora.

Meanwhile, Love Island’s Chris Hughes looked suitably smart in a three-piece suit – complete with a tweed waistcoat. 

Already much more relaxed than its racing peer Royal Ascot, Cheltenham organisers are hoping to encourage a younger crowd to the society event, with jeans and trainers no longer looked down upon, and ‘come dressed to feel your best’ guidance in place. 

Although the Jockey Club is not forcing guests to stick to a dress code, their website states ‘inappropriate or offensive’ fancy dress will result in racegoers being banned entry. 


Left: Big Brother’s Josie Gibson stunned in a brown trench and fedora as she arrived at the races this morning. Right: Love Island’s Chris Hughes looked suitably smart in a three-piece suit – complete with a tweed waistcoat

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