The Betfred Derby Festival
The Derby at Epsom from Lewisham
The Derby at Epsom, with the car from Lewisham. Clear-road time from Lewisham: 48 minutes for the 18.3 miles. It comes round again 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. The Docklands Light Railway serves Elverson Road. Lewisham is a town of 50,000 to 100,000 people, about 61,000 at the last figure. Lewisham lies within Greater London.
How the day runs
In Lewisham, the chauffeur arrives early and waits outside. Set-down at Epsom Downs Racecourse is where the organisers direct private cars. The chauffeur stays for the whole day, not just the drop. Lewisham is 17.5 miles away for the trip home. Oxford, where Ravensley starts each job, is 1 hour 41 minutes from Lewisham.
- Lewisham to Epsom Downs Racecourse48 min, 18.3 miles, in clear traffic
- Epsom Downs Racecourse to Lewisham47 min, 17.5 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.ukElverson Road station is on the Docklands Light Railway.
Source: wikidata.orgLewisham has a population of about 61,000.
Source: wikidata.orgLewisham is in Greater London.
Source: wikidata.orgA dress code applies in the Queen Elizabeth II Stand on Derby Day; other enclosures are relaxed.
Source: thejockeyclub.co.ukThe first Derby was run in 1780.
Source: thejockeyclub.co.ukThe race traditionally takes place on the first Saturday in June.
Source: thejockeyclub.co.uk
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Questions
How many miles is Epsom Downs Racecourse from Lewisham?
18.3 miles via the A21, A222 and A2022: 48 minutes in clear traffic, longer on the day.
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.
Where does the car come from?
Oxford, 68.4 miles from Lewisham; it is in place before your collection time.
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