My hubby goes every year, this is the first yr in about 10 he isn't going! I Think the amount he spends is getting to him, around £500+ when they've spent on transport hotel and gambling ect.
I've been to ascot 5 times , it's a good day out but expensive again. Usually go in a new dress, fascinator, limo , entry fee, food, drink , horse money... Gets ridiculous!!
If you need to know anything I can ask him!