Ladies Day at Epsom hit by driving rain as glamorous racegoers are forced to take cover

 PUNTERS all dressed up for Ladies Day at Epsom have been forced to duck for cover as rain pours over the Surrey course.

With 4,000 racegoers allowed to attend today's meet, hopes were high for a beautiful day at Epsom.

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The sun disappeared on Ladies DayCredit: i-Images

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Racegoers needed their brolliesCredit: i-Images

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Fans turned up in the pouring rainCredit: PA

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The rain failed to dampen spiritsCredit: i-Images

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Racegoers still brought the glamour this Ladies DayCredit: Getty

The UK has been scorched by warm weather this week, with summer appearing to finally be on the horizon.

But Ladies Day attendees were greeted by a miserable grey sky and persistent drizzle as they arrived at the famous racecourse.

Some dolled-up ticket holders had to run for cover, while others opened up their umbrellas in attemp to shield themselves from the rain.

Members of staff on the other hand, went for the less glamorous option of donning their trusty ponchos.

However, the rainfall hasn't dampened revellers' spirits as those attending looked determined to have a good time.

Many were glammed up in sparkly dresses and perilously high heels, with fashion-forward headwear a staple as ever.

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Some used what they could to keep dryCredit: PA

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Fans arrive in the miserable weatherCredit: i-Images

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Not everyone was fortunate enough to have remembered an umbrellaCredit: i-Images

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There was some funky headwear - and masks - on showCredit: PA

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Staff members turned up in ponchosCredit: i-Images

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Brollies were the accessory of choiceNothing would help improve the mood in the drizzle like a few winners, and our man Templegate has all the best tips for this afternoon's runners.

The Epsom Oaks is set to take place at 4:30pm today, while tomorrow fans can enjoy the Epsom Derby itself.

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Some weren't prepared for the bad weatherCredit: i-Images

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Epsom wasn't quite at its warmestCredit: PA

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Today was not the day for any umbrella malfunctionsCredit: i-Images

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A good time was still had by the 4,000 in attendanceCredit: PA

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