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The Queen attended Ascot and met with young people from Ebony Horse Club, a charity horse-riding club she has been president of since 2009. The Queen praised the unique experience the club provides for young people in the city and highlighted the importance of the racing industry supporting organizations like Ebony Horse Club. Students from the club expressed their excitement at meeting the Queen and discussed their aspirations to become future jockeys.
Ebony Horse Club is a unique youth club that uses horses to provide education, life skills, and support to young people from disadvantaged communities in Lambeth. The Queen’s visit to the club was described as exciting and special, with students expressing their gratitude for her support. The club aims to inspire and empower young people through their work with horses, and the Queen’s visit highlighted the importance of organizations like Ebony Horse Club in providing opportunities for youth.