AS a nation, we need little excuse for a good booze-up – but glorious weather always helps.
And while we swelter in record April temperatures we can look forward to a summer of sporting events where getting stuck in is a requirement.
You can rely on the crowds at Ascot and Epsom races and Henley regatta to go on a all-day tear-up.
Photographer Peter Dench has had an access-all-areas pass to these gatherings and has documented the hi-jinx at first hand.
Whether in top hat and tails or a cocktail dress and heels, revellers have one thing in common – a drink is never far away.
So, here's to keeping the tradition alive this summer.
Lager Top
Gown And Out
In Full Voice
Scrubbing Up
Suited And Booted
Glory Days
Hen Do
Flat Out
Taking Cover
A Right Royal Knees Up
You Can't Keep A Good Man Down
Bride Comes Before A Fall
Stepping Out
Going Down
Cocktail Hour
Dos And Don'ts
Pout And Proud
Having A Drink Or Tattoo
Orange Appeal
Tasting The High Life
Lot Of Bottle
Stretching Out
Smokin'
And They're Off
Kissed As A Newt
Good Call
All Too Much
Wheelie Good Time
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