The Betfred Derby Festival
The Derby at Epsom from Buckhurst Hill
Bound for the Derby at Epsom, starting in Buckhurst Hill. The run is 64.3 miles, 1 hour 13 minutes on a clear road via the M25, A282 and A217. The Derby at Epsom returns 4–5 June 2027. Only Queen Elizabeth II Stand and Grandstand ticket holders can access the Parade Ring. Cash is not accepted on the racecourse except for betting with bookmakers. Buckhurst Hill's population was put at about 12,000 in 2021. Essex is Buckhurst Hill's county. Rail reached Chingford station in 1873.
How the day runs
In Buckhurst Hill, the chauffeur arrives early and waits outside. The car leaves you at the drop-off the organisers allow for your ticket. Through the day the car stays nearby, ready when you are. Getting back to Buckhurst Hill takes 1 hour 12 minutes on clear roads. Ravensley is based in Oxford; reaching Buckhurst Hill takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
- Buckhurst Hill to Epsom Downs Racecourse1 hr 13 min, 64.3 miles, in clear traffic
- Epsom Downs Racecourse to Buckhurst Hill1 hr 12 min, 63.6 miles, in clear traffic
Times are for clear roads. Allow longer on event days and at peak hours.
Worth knowing
Only Queen Elizabeth II Stand and Grandstand ticket holders can access the Parade Ring.
Source: thejockeyclub.co.ukCash is not accepted on the racecourse except for betting with bookmakers.
Source: thejockeyclub.co.ukBuckhurst Hill had about 12,000 residents in 2021.
Source: wikidata.orgBuckhurst Hill is in Essex.
Source: wikidata.orgChingford station opened in 1873.
Source: wikidata.orgA dress code applies in the Queen Elizabeth II Stand on Derby Day; other enclosures are relaxed.
Source: thejockeyclub.co.ukThe Group 1 Coolmore Coronation Cup is also run on Derby Day.
Source: thejockeyclub.co.ukAdmission to The Hill is free; picnics are allowed on The Hill, DerbyFest and Upper Tattenham but not in other enclosures.
Source: thejockeyclub.co.uk
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Questions
How many miles is Epsom Downs Racecourse from Buckhurst Hill?
64.3 miles via the M25, A282 and A217: 1 hour 13 minutes in clear traffic, longer on the day.
When is the Derby at Epsom in 2027?
4–5 June 2027.
Is there a dress code at the Derby at Epsom?
A dress code applies in the Queen Elizabeth II Stand on Derby Day; other enclosures are relaxed.
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