Welcome to
The Derby Festival 2009 5th & 6th June 2009
There is simply no event quite like the Derby Festival.
It’s a fabulous combination of fun, fashion and truly fantastic racing.
1661 saw the first recorded race meeting to be held on the Downs and the tradition continued until the summer of 1779 when one of today's greatest sporting spectacles was established.
Situated in the heart of Epsom Downs, the racecourse is surrounded by breathtaking scenery and has amazing views. With easy access from London and only half an hour from Gatwick, Epsom boasts a stunning, peaceful, hilltop location.
Epsom Downs Derby hospitality is of the highest order and is delivered and event managed by professional staff to ensure your day runs smoothly from start to finish. A great day at The Derby Festival is sure to impress clients and colleagues as they enjoy great food and wine, fantastic facilities, the thrilling action and a unique party atmosphere.
Ladies Day is on Friday 5th June 2009. A wonderfully stylish day out, Epsom's Ladies Day is the place to dress up in your best to see the finest fillies competing in the feature race - The Oaks. It is the day when Ladies take centre stage, both on and off the course, and in our 'Style on the Downs' competition the most stylish racegoer will win a fabulous prize!
Saturday 6th June is Derby Day and one of the most famous sporting occasions in the world. The Derby remains the race that everyone wants to win, as horses and riders are pushed to their limit around the unique and challenging course. Derby Day is a great day out and always has a very special atmosphere.
THE HOSPITALITY
THE WINNING POST
The relaxed
atmosphere in this popular venue
is perfect for a great
day out close to
the action, for tables of 10 guests. Situated
just past the winning post on the inside
rail, this easily accessible facility offers
an enjoyable way to entertain clients and
watch some great racing. Your package also
allows you entry to the Grandstand,
where the stepped terraces offer some of
the most stunning views of
the racing and over The Downs.
TATTENHAM CORNER
This marquee is positioned right on the
bend of the famous Tattenham Corner -
a pivotal point on the course and where
the race is
often won or lost. Enjoy superb hospitality
and experience the action at
close quarters, as the horses thunder
down The Hill and into the finishing straight.
Private tables are available for a minimum
of 10 guests or smaller numbers can be
accommodated
on shared tables.
