EPSOM DOWNS, SURREY

Epsom Downs is a grade-one racecourse near Epsom, Surrey, United Kingdom. The "downs" referred to in the name is the North Downs.It is best known for hosting the Epsom Derby, the United Kingdom's premier thoroughbred horse race for three-year-old colts and fillies, over a mile and a half (2400m). It also hosts the Epsom Oaks for three-year-old fillies and the Coronation Cup for all ages over the same distance.

A difficult, undulating course, Epsom presents a stern challenge for inexperienced horses and a true test of stamina for those that might previously have contested the Two Thousand Guineas over a mile (1600m).

HOTELS

Greyhound Hotel

2 High Street, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 3PE.
This magnificent 18th century coaching inn has been extensively refurbished. The hotel has 21 air-conditioned bedrooms, a non smoking dining area and a modern, yet traditional bar.

Preston Cross Hotel

Rectory Lane, Little Bookham, Leatherhead, Surrey, KT23 4DY.
The Preston Cross Hotel is a fine country house hotel set in four acres of beautiful wooded grounds. From the moment you arrive you are truly welcome at the Preston Cross Hotel.

The Dukes Head Hotel

6 Manor Rd, Wallington, Surrey, SM6 0AA.
The Duke's Head Hotel stands at the junction of the A237 and A232, overlooking Wallington Green. Enjoy a selection of traditional English food in the bar.

Warwick Lodge

319 - 321 Ewell Road, Surbiton, London, Greater London, KT6 7BX.
Friendly, easily accessible Guest House with en-suite rooms, rates inclusive of a Full English Breakfast. Nearby attractions: Kingston Town Centre, Hampton Court, Chessington Zoo, Sandown and Epsom Race Courses.

ATTRACTIONS

TRANSPORT LINKS

Epsom Downs is served by the Epsom Downs railway station. Morden Tube Station is approximately 6.5 miles away, from M25 junction 9 Epsom is about 4 miles away. Epsom Downs is around 12 miles from London Biggin Hill Airport.