TAUNTON'S ever popular Ladies Day Meeting takes place on Thursday, April 13, when the first race is due to post at 1.25pm.

Those who attend Ladies Day dressed in their glad rags could be in with a chance of winning a Weekend for Two in Paris.

Punters are reminded that Taunton Racecourse offers very generous discounts on tickets purchased on-line in advance before 12 noon on the day prior to racing.

Looking further ahead the Orchard Portman Course will be hosting a Royal Ascot Lunch on Saturday, June 24, which will include a drink on arrival, two course lunch. racing host, in house bookmaker and afternoon all for just £39 per person.

To book tickets or to find out more log onto www.tauntonracecourse.co.uk.