DIARY HIGHLIGHTS FOR 2022

Enjoy some of the world’s most iconic events, including horse racing, art, opera, motor racing and sport, during the British social season

THE FESTIVAL AT CHELTENHAM

15-18 MARCH

Four extraordinary days of racing featuring 14 Grade One races, as the best horses, jockeys and trainers go head-tohead. Culminates on the Friday with the Cheltenham Gold Cup. thejockeyclub.co.uk

ROYAL WINDSOR HORSE SHOW

12-15 MAY

Held in Windsor Home Park, it is the only show in the country to host international competitions for dressage, show jumping, carriage driving and endurance driving. rwhs.co.uk

THE GRAND NATIONAL FESTIVAL 7-9 APRIL

It is not just about the Saturday showpiece race, there are three days of top-class racing featuring nine Grade One races. Watched each year by more than 500 million people in more than 140 countries, the Grand National is a race like no other. thejockeyclub.co.uk

RHS CHELSEA FLOWER SHOW

18-21 MAY

A world-renowned celebration of all things horticultural, with ground-breaking garden design and breathtaking floral displays. An inspiring day out. rhs.org.uk

GLYNDEBOURNE FESTIVAL OPERA

21 MAY28 AUGUST

It all began with a love story in 1934, when founder John Christie met soprano Audrey Mildmay. Glyndebourne is now one of the most celebrated opera houses in the world and this year’s festival includes Mozart’s Le Nozze di Figaro and Puccini’s La Bohème. glyndebourne.com

THE QUEEN’S PLATINUM JUBILEE WEEKEND

2-5 JUNE

A weekend to mark Her Majesty The Queen becoming the first British monarch to complete 70 years of service. The celebrations begin with The Queen’s Birthday Parade Trooping the Colour on Horseguards Parade from 11am. royal.uk

DERBY DAY AT EPSOM DOWNS

4 JUNE

There is no contest more vital for flat racing or the thoroughbred breeding industry than the Cazoo Derby. Her Majesty The Queen will attend the Derby as part of the Jubilee celebrations. thejockeyclub.co.uk

CARTIER QUEEN’S CUP

JUNE*

Staged at Guards Polo Club, this is one of polo’s big hitters, historically attended by The Queen. The Prince of Wales won the Cup back in his polo heyday. guardspoloclub.com

ROYAL ASCOT

14-18 JUNE

Racing’s finest horses, star jockeys, fabulous fashion and head-turning hats make this one of the calendar’s most dazzling equestrian events, with each day more exciting than the last. ascot.co.uk

THE SUMMER EXHIBITION

21 JUNE-21 AUGUST

The world’s largest open-submission show that brings together art in all mediums by leading artists as well as new and emerging talent. royalacademy.org.uk

THE CHAMPIONSHIPS, WIMBLEDON

27 JUNE-10 JULY

Tennis on grass courts while enjoying strawberries and cream must surely be the epitome of a British summer. wimbledon.com

COWES WEEK

30 JULY-6 AUGUST

Begun in 1826, this event features around 1,000 boats taking part in different races every day and creates quite a spectacle in the waters of the Isle of Wight. cowesweek.co.uk

SALON PRIVÉ 31 AUGUST-4 SEPTEMBER

Automotive excellence and the only place in the UK where guests can walk the lawns, meet the manufacturers and test-drive the latest models. There is also the Concours d’Elégance, Ladies’ Day and the exclusive Club Trophy. salonpriveconcours.com

GOODWOOD REVIVAL

16-18 SEPTEMBER

Recreating the glamour of motor racing as it used to be, this is a celebration of bygone days, vintage fashion and wheel-towheel racing around the classic circuit, which remains unchanged since its heyday. goodwood.com

HENLEY ROYAL REGATTA

28 JUNE-3 JULY

This iconic, super-fashionable event on the River Thames was established in 1839 and features more than 300 races over five days. It is also a great place to spot the rich and famous, including royals. hrr.co.uk