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If you are coming to the Downs to watch the Derby racing there are many view points to choose from. Read the summaries below to help you decide which areas of the racecourse suit your requirements. The Epsom Derby offers a great day out for everyone. |
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The Hill |
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the centre of the horse shoe shaped track, the Hill is always a fun place
to be; there's no entry charge, however cars are charged £15. There are plenty of fast food and drink outlets, bookies, Tote betting plus a huge TV screen which projects the racing for all to see. |
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| There are plenty of places around the track
where you can watch the action if you don't want to pay an admission fee.
If you are going to walk around the track be aware sections of the track
will be closed off during racing making some routes inaccessible. At the Tattenham Corner you can get a good view of the race as jockeys and horses drop down the sweeping bend onto the final straight. If you're after the hospitality of a public house, the Tattenham Corner is conveniently close to the racetrack. |
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Tattenham Enclosure |
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| Situated
on the outside of the track leading out towards Tattenham Corner from the
Grandstand, you can get a good view of the finishing straight. This open-air enclosure is popular with coach parties and has all the necessities such as fast food outlets, bars, bookies and tote betting. Entry
costs: £8/£5 (Derby/Oaks) per person per day |
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| On
the inside of the course by the final furlong and Winning post, the
Lonsdale Enclosure puts you right in the heart of the action. With a
fantastic view of the racing and looking up at the magnificent Queens
Stand, you're guaranteed a day to remember. As with the Tattenham Enclosure there are fast food outlets, bars, bookies and tote betting. Expect to see lots of open top double-decker buses that have been hired by corporate groups entertaining for the day. Entry costs: £10/£7 (Derby/Oaks) per person per day |
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| If
the British summer lives up to its notorious reputation in June,
you may appreciate some kind of shelter. The Grandstand which was built in
1926 has all the amenities you could want including four bars, a cafe, a
snack shop, a restaurant and of course plenty of bookmakers and tote betting. With Grandstand access you can also go through to the paddock, the winners' enclosure and the Vodafone Village which incorporates more food and drink plus some live entertainments. Entry costs: £25/£17 (Derby/Oaks) per person per day or £35 for a two day pass. |
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| The
Club Enclosure utilises the end of the main Grandstand next to the Queens
stand and is a great option for those not wanting to wear morning dress
(as required in the Queens Stand on Derby Day). With the same access to the paddock, the winners' circle and Vodafone Village which Grandstand tickets offer, this enclosure is a more stylish affair and offers a greater range of bars and eateries including the champagne seafood combination. Entry costs: £40/£25 (Derby/Oaks) per person per day or £60 for a two day pass. |
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| Built
in 1992, the fabulous Queens Stand has won a number of architectural
design awards and is as impressive on the inside as it is on the outside. Depending on your requirements the Queens Stand may be for you. If a Champagne and Seafood bar meets your fancy you'll have to wear morning dress on Derby Day, though this isn't obligatory on Oaks Day. Catering facilities are of course first class, there is a members' restaurant and a number of bars and light refreshments to choose from. With full access to the paddock, the winners' enclosure and a view looking over the Winning post, the Queens Stand is as good as it gets. Entry costs: Derby Day - Queens Stand access is restricted to Annual Members, Classic Club Members and owners and trainers. A Classic Club Membership for the two day Derby meeting costs £95. Oaks Day - £40 per person |
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