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Sunninghill Parish Council, established in 1894 had the name of Ascot included in 2004 to reflect and identify the area it covers and represents.

The parish encompasses the villages of Cheapside , South Ascot, Sunninghill and the larger community of Ascot and North Ascot in which the racecourse has a dominant physical presence.

The area is surrounded by greenbelt land and is in close proximity to Windsor Great Park, providing an extensive recreational area of woods and parkland.

Commuters are within easy reach of the M3,M4, and a rail service from Ascot Station to London and Reading. The parish is approximately 20 miles from Heathrow Airport and 30 miles from central London. It is situated in the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead.

The area is still characterised by large houses set in spacious gardens and small village communities retaining their Victorian charm. However, the popularity of the area has meant that modern houses and blocks of flats are replacing larger houses in some areas.

The community is served by a local hospital at the Heatherwood Roundabout, a number of village churches and excellent schools. The village of Sunninghill and Ascot High Street provide a good variety of shops.
The parish currently has a population of 12,000 and the Parish Council is the voice of local democracy within the community.

Whilst every care has been taken in compiling this publication and the statements contained herein are believed to be correct, the publishers and promoters cannot accept responsibility for any inaccuracies. Reproduction of any part of this publication in any format, without permission, is strictly forbidden. Photographs courtesy of David Hilton and Ascot Racecourse.