Best Royal Ascot 2026 betting offers: get £700+ in free bets for today's racing

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Best Royal Ascot 2026 betting offers

Best Royal Ascot 2026 betting offers: get £700+ in free bets for today's racingBest Royal Ascot 2026 betting offers: get £700+ in free bets for today's racing

Whether you're backing the international stars in the Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes, searching for value in the competitive Wokingham Stakes or looking for winners elsewhere on the final day of the meeting, bookmakers are offering hundreds of pounds in free bets and welcome bonuses for new customers.

New customers can unlock more than £700 in Royal Ascot free bets to use throughout today's card.

Across all major bookmakers, it's possible to unlock more than £700 in Royal Ascot free bets.

Total value will vary depending on the bookmakers you're already registered with.

How to claim Royal Ascot day five betting offers

If you're opening a bookmaker account for the first time, claiming a Royal Ascot welcome offer is quick and straightforward.

Most promotions follow a similar process: 

1. Click through to your chosen bookmaker and select Join or Sign Up
2. Complete the registration process and verify your account
3. Make the qualifying deposit (typically £5 or £10)
4. Place your qualifying bet at the minimum required odds
5. Receive your free bets once your qualifying wager has been placed or settled

Many of these welcome offers remain valid throughout the final day of Royal Ascot, allowing you to use your free bets across Saturday's action.

At the Racing Post, we have rounded up all of the best Royal Ascot free bets and betting offers in one place. Across the Festival, you can claim £2,500+ in bookmaker bonuses, including offers available on each day of Royal Ascot 2026.

Royal Ascot 2026 day five preview

The final day of Royal Ascot 2026 brings the meeting to an end with a bang, with the race honouring the late Queen Elizabeth II as the highlight.

The Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes has an international roll of honour, and this year's running looks like it could head away from Britain. The leading candidate is Australian mare Joliestar.

She could run in both the King Charles III Stakes at this race, having won five Group 1s in her native country. 

However, Japan look set to have a strong team, which is headed by last year's runner-up Satono Reve. He was runner-up to the great Ka Ying Rising in Hong Kong on his last start. 

Japan could also have Lugal run for them, while Ireland's leading hope is the Donnacha O'Brien-trained Comanche Brave.

The Hardwicke Stakes can be a strong pointer towards Ascot's King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes in July. The Group 2 is won by proven Group 1 stars regularly, including by Rebel's Romance last year.

In a change to the week, the Norfolk Stakes will open proceedings on the final day, with the quickest juvenile sprinters on show in the 5f Group 2. 

The Wokingham Stakes is a prestigious 6f handicap and shocks can be plenty in it. The race was won last year by Get It, who was sent off at 28-1.

The final Group race of the meeting is the Jersey Stakes, while there is also the Golden Gates Stakes handicap as well.

The five-day spectacular ends with the Queen Alexandra Stakes, which 2m5½f is the longest race at Royal Ascot.

Royal Ascot 2026 Saturday race schedule

Saturday June 20

• 14:30 - Norfolk Stakes 
• 15:05 - Hardwicke Stakes 
• 15:40 - Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes
• 16:20 - Jersey Stakes
• 17:00 - Wokingham Stakes Handicap
• 17:35 - Golden Gates Stakes Handicap
• 18:10 - Queen Alexandra Stakes

Royal Ascot 2026 betting FAQs

What is a Royal Ascot free bet?

A Royal Ascot free bet is a bookmaker promotion that allows you to place a wager without using your own funds. If your selection wins, you keep the winnings, although the free bet stake itself is usually not returned.

How do I claim Royal Ascot day five betting offers?

Sign up with an eligible bookmaker, complete the registration process, make the required qualifying deposit and place your first bet. Once you've met the promotion's terms, your free bets will usually be credited to your account.

Do I need a new account?

Yes. Most Royal Ascot day five betting offers are available exclusively to new customers. Existing customers may receive separate personalised promotions, such as price boosts and enhanced odds, depending on the bookmaker.

What is the usual qualifying bet?

Most bookmakers require a qualifying bet of £5 or £10 at minimum odds, although the exact requirements differ between operators.

Can I use free bets on any day five Royal Ascot race?

In most cases, yes. Free bets can usually be used across Saturday's card, including the Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes, Hardwicke Stakes, Wokingham Stakes and Jersey Stakes, although some bookmakers may exclude certain markets. Always check the full terms and conditions before placing your bet.

How long do Royal Ascot free bets last? 

Expiry dates vary by bookmaker, but most free bets remain valid for between seven and 30 days after being credited.

Are stakes returned when using free bets?

No. If you use a £10 free bet on a winning selection at 3-1, you'll receive £30 in winnings, but not the original £10 stake. 

For more expert insight, check out our expert Royal Ascot tips for the best racing picks.

Remember to gamble responsibly

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