Chatto-ing with Charles! Queen's beloved niece Lady Sarah gets a kiss on the hand from her cousin the Prince of Wales and enjoys the action on track in a rare outing with the royal family at Ascot
- Royal family members arrived at the famous Berkshire course for the second day of Royal Ascot today
- Races include Queen Mary Stakes (2.30pm), Queen’s Vase (3:05pm) and Prince Of Wales’s Stakes (3.40pm)
- Princess Margaret's daughter Lady Sara Chatto, 58, was seen in the Royal Box with Prince Charles
- She was joined by her hunky son Samuel, 25, who is forging a career as a sculptor
The Queen's beloved niece, Lady Sarah Chatto, made a rare public appearance alongside the rest of the royal family today as she joined Prince Charles in the Royal Box at Ascot.
Sarah, 58, the daughter of Princess Margaret and Anthony Armstrong-Jones, 1st Earl Snowdon, was accompanied by her hunky son Samuel, 25, who is forging a career as a sculptor.
Despite her closeness to Her Majesty, Lady Sarah is known for keeping a low profile, and while she's attended Ascot in the past, she's not regularly seen with the royal family, aside from a handful of key events.
Sporting a cream wide-brimmed hat, the mother-of-two looked in great spirits as she took in the action on the track alongside Vice Admiral Sir Charles Anthony Johnstone-Burt, the Queen's Master of the Household.
She was also seen chatting to her cousin, Prince Charles, who appeared to be greet her with a kiss on the hand.
Lady Sarah seemed to be wearing the same pink pleated skirt she wore to the high society race meeting in 2014.
Lady Sarah Chatto looked in great spirits as she took in the action on the track alongside Vice Admiral Sir Charles Anthony Johnstone-Burt, the Queen's Master of the Household in the Royal Box at Royal Ascot
Lady Sarah Chattoe kept her look netural, re-wearing a peach pleated skirt she debuted at the event in 2014, teamted with a cream hat aqnd mauve cardigan
lady Sarah was greeted with a kiss on the hand by her cousing Prince Charles, while her son Samuel Chatto, 25, looked on
It comes after Princess Margaret's daughter attended the service of thanksgiving at St Paul's cathedral during the Queen's Platinum Jubilee celebrations.
Lady Sarah Chatto was born in 1964 — the last royal baby born at a palace rather than a hospital — within weeks of cousins Prince Edward, Lady Helen Windsor and James Ogilvy.
The Queen has been described as a 'surrogate mother' to Sarah and her brother, and is particularly close to Lady Sarah, who is understood to remind Her Majesty of her late sister.
One royal insider previously revealed: 'The Queen adores Sarah and seeks out her company as often as possible. She is her absolute favourite younger Royal.
'They are hugely at ease in each other's company. Much giggling can be heard when they are together. They share a sense of loyalty, fun, duty and the ridiculous.'
One acquaintance said: 'Sarah is very unassuming; shy and almost embarrassed with no grandeur at all. Take royal events — she'll be on the balcony, but she never pushes herself to the middle or the front, like some.'
The British royal family once again turned out in force at Royal Ascot today - with Prince Charles and Camilla leading the carriage procession for the second day of the glamorous event.
Her Majesty, 96, missed today's occasion amid her ongoing mobility issues. The Queen has been at every Royal Meeting since acceding to the throne in 1952, apart from when it was held behind closed doors in 2020.
Instead, the Prince of Wales, 73, and Duchess of Cornwall, 74, were in attendance alongside a host of other royals - including Princess Anne, 71, The Earl and Countess of Wessex, and Princess Beatrice, 33, who was joined by her husband Edoardo Mapelli-Mozzi, 38.
The Queen's daughter-in-law, Sophie, cut an elegant figure in a blue lace dress from Suzannah, while Beatrice opted for a sophisticated white frock with a matching hat, featuring a navy brim. Camilla looked equally radiant in a white ensemble.
Just over a week after the Platinum Jubilee celebrations ended, members of the royal family appeared in high spirits, with many taking part in the carriage procession, before greeting one-another in the warm summer sunshine at the racecourse.
Prince Charles and Camilla arrive for day two of Royal Ascot as they lead the royal family members attending the event
Matching! Princess Anne, 71, was all smiles as she appeared at the event, dressed in blue, like her sister-in-law Sophie Wessex
Princess Beatrice, who on Tuesday walked through the gates of Royal Ascot with other racegoers, travelled in the third carriage with husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi (pictured together)
Prince Edward, The Earl of Wessex, who is the Queen's youngest son (pictured left), was also seen during today's event
Royal blue! Sophie Wessex (left) looked radiant in a lace ensemble, while Princess Beatrice (right) donned a white frock when appearing alongside her husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi
The British royal family once again turned out in force at Royal Ascot today - with Prince Charles and Camilla (pictured) leading the carriage procession for the second day of the glamorous event
Camilla looked radiant in a white ensemble when appearing alongside her husband The Prince of Wales today
The Prince of Wales, 73, and Duchess of Cornwall, 74, were in attendance alongside a host of other royals - including Countess Sophie Wessex, 57, and Princess Beatrice, 33, who was joined by her husband Edoardo Mapelli-Mozzi (pictured together)
Beautiful in blue! The Queen's daughter-in-law, Sophie, cut an elegant figure in a sapphire lace dress for her appearance
Stylish: Princess Beatrice (pictured left) opted for a sophisticated white frock with a matching hat, featuring a navy brim
The Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall once again lead the royal party and are likely to spend the day studying the form of the thoroughbreds and enjoying the atmosphere.
Like the Queen, the world of racing looks forward to the summer meet, which is as much a social occasion as a sporting fixture.
Charles and Camilla took part in a traditional procession along the course and travelled in the lead carriage with the master of the Queen's household, Vice Admiral Sir Tony Johnstone-Burt.
The Earl and Countess of Wessex followed and Princess Beatrice, who on Tuesday walked through the gates of Royal Ascot with other racegoers, journeyed in the third carriage with husband Edoardo.
Russell and Tracy Rose, who have been regulars at Royal Ascot for decades, said it was a shame the Queen missed another day at the races but sympathised with the monarch.
Mr Rose said: ‘She's an elderly lady and is conserving her energy and seems to be conscious about what she does. But I wouldn't be surprised to see her make an appearance later this week if she can. Everybody would love to see her here.’
Royally good fun! The Queen's family appeared to be in great spirits as they attended day two of Royal Ascot this afternoon
Saying Hi! Princess Beatrice opted for a glamorous makeup appearance, with a sweep of pink lipstick and black eyeliner
Meanwhile, her husband opted for the customary traditional morning dress, complete with a black top hat, light waistcoat and tails
Hat's the ticket! Princess Anne made a statement with an eye-catching blue floral headpiece when attending the second day
A family affair! Princess Beatrice, Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi and Sophie Countess of Wessex stand with one another
A beaming Sophie opted for a ruffled frock from Suzannah, which she teamed with a floral blue hat from Jane Taylor and matching high heels
Royal Ascot racegoers sweltered in scorching temperatures as the Queen missed another day of the famous sporting event. Pictured, Princess Beatrice and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi
Like the Queen, the world of racing looks forward to the summer meet, which is as much a social occasion as a sporting fixture. Pictured left to right, Prince Charles and Camilla
Charles and Camilla took part in a traditional procession along the course and travelled in the lead carriage with the master of the Queen's household, Vice Admiral Sir Tony Johnstone-Burt
A beaming Sophie opted for a ruffled frock from Suzannah, which she teamed with a floral blue hat from Jane Taylor and matching high heels.
Royal Ascot showed it has firmly rediscovered its pre-pandemic glamour when it opened its gates yesterday, with spectators donning high fashion finery and some show-stopping millinery.
And day two of the British summer season society favourite saw a similarly bold couture catwalk of daring outfits, as racegoers appearing to be taking this year's more relaxed dress code in the main spectators' enclosure to the letter.
A sartorial rainbow was on display at the racecourse's entrance just after 10am as thousands of spectators - sporting enormous wide-brimmed straw hats, dazzling fascinators, elegant summer gowns and towering heels in day-glo shades - poured into the Berkshire enclosures.
The Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall once again lead the royal party and are likely to spend the day studying the form of the thoroughbreds and enjoying the atmosphere
Princess Beatrice's husband Edoardo appeared dapper as he joined his wife at the event alongside other royal family members
Channing Millerd, Lady Eliza Spencer, Lady Amelia Spencer and Greg Mallett attend Royal Ascot 2022 at Ascot Racecourse
The Prince of Wales watches the action through binoculars from a balcony during day two of Royal Ascot at Ascot Racecourse
Prince Charles peck's the cheek of one of the racegoers during the second day of Royal Ascot this afternoon
Pretty in pink! This Morning presenter Holly Willoughby oozed elegance in a midi dress with a bow neckline
(L to R) Dame Deborah James, brother Benjamin James and his fiancé Ashley Hall attend Royal Ascot 2022 at Ascot Racecourse
The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall arrive in the royal procession into the parade ring ahead of racing on day two of Royal Ascot at Ascot Racecourse
One reveller turned heads with a spectacular millinery effort that included more than a dozen unicorns in pastel shades, while another donned a gigantic multi-coloured bow, and some lightning bolt earrings - catching the eye of photographers at the race meet.
Elsewhere, there was everything from traditional top hat and tails for gents heading to the Royal Enclosure, to sharp monochrome looks and floaty floral ensembles.
The 2022 published Style Guide for the event, the eleventh of its kind, requests formality remains in the Royal Enclosure - where punters have been able to buy their way in since 2007 - but hints at a less strict approach elsewhere, suggesting exuberant occasion wear is positively encouraged this year.
Plenty of fans adopted a patriotic theme too, to ensure the Platinum Jubilee celebrations continue, with red, white and blue incorporated into their outfits for the day.
Say it with flowers: A spectator smiles as she arrives in a vibrant pink and orange ensemble, twinned with a multi-layered orange hat
Give us a twirl! Glamorously-attired racegoers headed to famous Berkshire course for the second day of Royal Ascot - including this lady who opted for a fit and flare in cerise
Milliner Awon Golding wears one of her own designs...with pom poms in shades of pink the main attraction
Oranges and lemons: Fashion fans haven't shied away from the boldest shades as day two kicks off at Royal Ascot
Spectator Amelia Johnson also picked out orange, with a blue clutch and co-ordinated hat
Hats off to day two! The summer season staple has returned largely to its pre-pandemic glory - with zero Covid restrictions on revellers and a more relaxed dress code in the main spectators' enclosure now in place
A slick of purple lipstick complemented this racegoer's imposing look, which included purple and violet floral dress, and an eye-catching yellow hat, while her companion opted for pretty red flowers and matching millinery
Creativity abounds: A playful watering can handbag finished off this green summer lace number
Unicorn dream: This spectacular millinery incorporates dozens of unicorns in pastel shades. Right, an over-sized many coloured bow - and some lightning bolt earrings - caught the eye of photographers at the race meet
Head to toe glamour: With the sun high and hot for the afternoon's races, this spectator opted for a straw hat with a huge brim. Right: More daring designs - including these lime feathered heels - are on display at Royal Ascot this year
In the pink: Hat designer Lisa Tan, who attended day one of the event, arrives in a vision of pink - with a circular leather horse clutch - for day two. Right: Pink diamante heels and a cerise hat, with a snakeskin clutch in green, accessorise this green and pink checked pleat dress
Dance star Oti Mabuse looked stunning in emerald satin and an unusual cerise pink hat as she waltzed into the race meet
Those with the widest brimmed hats are likely to be best suited for temperatures that look set to soar to over 25 degrees in this leafy portion of Berkshire this afternoon.
Races running at Ascot today include the Queen Mary Stakes (2.30pm), the Queen’s Vase (3:05pm) and the Prince Of Wales’s Stakes (3.40pm).
There were more celebrities at the meet on Wednesday, with Good Morning Britain star Charlotte Hawkins, dancer Oti Mabuse and comedian Rob Beckett among them. Penny Lancaster arrived wearing a white dress adorned with a purple wisteria design, and finished the look with a purple felt wide-brimmed hat.
Feeling vibrant! Glamorous racegoers put their best fashion foot forward when attending day two of Royal Ascot today
Co-ordinated chic: These three ladies were all smiles as they attended the occasion together in all their colourful finery
Looking good! These two ladies appeared effortlessly elegant in their sophisticated outfits as they posed up a storm
Hat's more like it! These glamorous racegoers made sure to stand out from the crowd thanks to their daring headpieces
Show stopping looks! Fashion desginer Kyle De'Volle stuns in a shimmering blue ensemble, left, while Good Morning Britain star Charlotte Hawkins opted for a patterned dress, right
Say cheese! Glamorous racegoers, arriving ahead of racing on day two of Royal Ascot at Ascot Racecourse, pose for a photo
Bright and colourful! The famous racing event has returned largely to pre-pandemic status - with zero restrictions on revellers - and a dress code that appears to encourage people to go all out on occasion wear
Perfect patterns! Many racegoers made sure to stand out from the crowd with their vibrant outfits and matching accessories
Monochrome might: Black and white has proved an ever popular choice for occasion wear this year so far
Whites and creams also featured heavily in the sartorial choices for day two attendees, with this sophisticated-looking racing fan opting for a white lace dress with a wide, bow-style collar
Meanwhile, for the royal procession today, Prince Charles, and the Duchess of Cornwall and Vice Admiral Sir Tony Johnstone-Burt arrived in the first carriage.
The second carriage included The Earl of Wessex, The Countess of Wessex, The Lord de Mauley and The Lady de Mauley, while in the third, Princess Beatrice and Mr. Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi joined Princess Alexandra and The Countess Mountbatten of Burma.
The royals were out in force yesterday. The Queen, residing in Windsor Castle, seven miles north of the course, missed the event amid her ongoing mobility issues.
Berry nice! A spectator arrives for day two of Royal Ascot wearing a berry themed apricot summer dress with matching pillbox hat and deep red heels. Right: A racegoer looks chic in a stylish white floral dress with matching white hat, bag and heels
Giant Union Jack screens greeted racing fans - keeping the Platinum Jubilee celebrations firmly in mind
Plenty of fans adopted a patriotic theme too, to ensure the Platinum Jubilee celebrations continue, with red, white and blue incorporated into their outfits for the day
Dazzling headwear, including these two drama-filled red and black designs, stole the sartorial show on Wednesday
A flourish of feathers: This stylish racegoer opted for an eye-catching hat design, with pink and white feather plumes spilling over the edge
Good Morning Britain star Charlotte Hawkins, also a day one attendee, chose a red skirt dress with navy branch detail and a co-ordinated hat as she headed to the event's second day. Wild for wisteria: Penny Lancaster arrived in a purple and white off-the-shoulder dress with a purple felt wide-brimmed hat
Actress Helen George plumped for an African-style dress design with a tilted black hat adding a stylish edge
The Queen did make it...sort of! Two spectators enjoy a cooling Pimm's, with a cardboard cut-out of HRH watching over them
Sandwiches in the sun: al fresco lunches broke out in the car park
Funnymen: Rob Beckett donned his smartest suit - with a black tie - for a day at the races on Wednesday. Right: Comic Jason Mansford arrived with his wife Lucy
A Scottish racing fan dressed up in his country's traditional attire - complete with a tartan kilt
Platty Joobs footwear! A racegoer wears quirky leather Union Jack shoes and red socks, left, and gents heading for the Royal Enclosure donned either grey or black top hats...reflecting the formal nature of the highest tier of specators' stand, right
Checking out the runners and riders: A top-hatted spectator looks to be taking tips seriously as he awaits day two's races
Not the day for a bearskin! Racegoers pose for a photo with guards in royal uniform at the event, which lies seven miles south of Windsor
Her Majesty was a regular at the Berkshire racecourse before the pandemic and has been at every Royal Meeting since acceding to the throne in 1952, apart from when it was held behind closed doors in 2020.
However, the 96-year-old monarch is thought to have watched from home just seven miles away at Windsor Castle this afternoon, especially when her horse King's Lynn started racing in the King's Stand Stakes at 3.40pm.
Royal Ascot dates from 1711 when Queen Anne drove from nearby Windsor with her entourage for a day's sport organised at her command.
Making merry: Grinning spectators took selfies galore ahead of the second day of the famous race meet
What a way to arrive: Those bound for the Royal Enclosure trotted into Royal Ascot on a horse and carriage
Two lines: The spectators enclosure looked crowded, while the queue for the Royal Enclosure - where top hats and tails are standard for men - was shorter
Pristine lawns: a groundmen offers a final cut to the grass inside the beautiful race course
Any tips? Races running at Ascot today include the Queen Mary Stakes (2.30pm), the Queen’s Vase (3:05pm) and the Prince Of Wales’s Stakes (3.40pm)
Security: Armed officers patrolled the entrance to Royal Ascot ahead of day two
The weather at the racing event, a highlight of the British summer season, is expected to top 25 degrees today
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