More than 5,000 punters piled through the gates for day one of the four-day event on September 8, the premier highlight of the flat racing season. (All pictures: SWNS)


2. Perfect weather
Face masks were ditched as fascinators and fancy frocks were the order of the day as fans bathed in glorious 29C heat.

3. Last year
Last year, plans to let crowds in were pulled after the first day due to a sudden spike in Covid cases so it was held behind closed doors for the remaining three days.

4. Stylish
With restrictions now lifted, female racegoers were determined to make the most of the day as they stepped up the style stakes for Legends Day at the racecourse.