Home to The Derby, Epsom Racecourse is one of the oldest racing venues in the United Kingdom. Located on the Northern Downs of Surrey’s Epsom Downs, the racecourse and its facilities are built on public ground. For centuries this feature of Epsom Downs made it the most popular racecourse in the UK, as regular members of the public could watch the races for free. Extensive development of the Epsom Downs spectator facilities means that free viewing opportunities are now limited.
Epsom Racecourse
The Course
The Facilities
The Queens Stand:Opened in 1992 the Queen’s Stand is the premier enclosure at Epsom Racecourse. The area offers the best views of the action on the racetrack as well as easy access to the Winners Circle and Parade Ring. The Queen’s Stand is all about elegance and formality, and a strict dress code is enforced on race days.
The Grandstand Enclosure:The Grandstand is a high quality enclosure offering a more informal experience of racing at Epsom Racecourse. The enclosure provides good views of the run-in as well as the finishing post, and also provides access to the Parade Ring. The Grandstand offers access to bookmakers as well as a variety of food and beverage outlets. Dress code is smart casual.
The Lonsdale Enclosure:The Lonsdale Enclosure is built opposite the Queen’s Enclosure offering similar views at a lower cost. The area is equipped with takeaway outlets and bars, and also provides access to bookmakers.
The Hill:Free to pedestrians, The Hill continues the tradition of offering free views of the racing at Epsom Racecourse. The area is located in the middle of track, offering panoramic views of the racing. The Hill is the most informal enclosure at Epsom Racecourse and is famous for its relaxed party atmosphere. The area is equipped with a number of catering outlet and bookmakers.
How To Get To Epsom Downs
Epsom By Car: Epsom Racecourse is located a short distance from Epsom Town via the B290. The racecourse can also be accessed via the M25, using the Junction 8 or 9 turnoffs. Epsom can also be access from London via the A297.
Epsom By Train:Epsom Racecourse is serviced by the Tattenham Corner Station. Trains to Tattenham Corner can be taken from London Waterloo or London Victoria. Epsom Town also has a railway connecting to London, and offers a shuttle service to the racecourse on race days.
Epsom Racecourse
The Grandstand
Epsom Downs
Surrey
KT18 5LO
Tel:01372 470047
Epsom Derby Festival Guide
The Epsom Derby,run at Epsom Racecourse, is one of the highlights of the thoroughbred horseracing calendar. The guide offers information on all aspects of the Derby Festival including news and details on winners, history, champions, results and both betting tips and betting odds.