The Betfred Derby Festival
The Derby at Epsom from Sevenoaks
Bound for the Derby at Epsom, starting in Sevenoaks. The run is 24.6 miles, 35 minutes on a clear road via the A224, M25 and A217. In 2027 it runs 4–5 June 2027. The first Derby was run in 1780. The station at Sevenoaks opened in 1868. Sevenoaks's nearest station by road is Sevenoaks (SEV), 3 minutes away. Church of Saint Nicholas in Sevenoaks is Grade II* listed.
How the day runs
In Sevenoaks, the chauffeur arrives early and waits outside. The car leaves you at the drop-off the organisers allow for your ticket. While you are at the Derby at Epsom, the car is parked up close by. Home to Sevenoaks is 35 minutes once the event traffic clears. Ravensley works from Oxford, 1 hour 33 minutes from Sevenoaks via the A40, M40 and M25.
- Sevenoaks to Epsom Downs Racecourse35 min, 24.6 miles, in clear traffic
- Epsom Downs Racecourse to Sevenoaks35 min, 25.2 miles, in clear traffic
Times are for clear roads. Allow longer on event days and at peak hours.
Worth knowing
The first Derby was run in 1780.
Source: thejockeyclub.co.ukSevenoaks station opened in 1868.
Source: wikidata.orgThe closest National Rail station to Sevenoaks by road is Sevenoaks (SEV), about 3 minutes' drive.
Source: wikidata.orgChurch of Saint Nicholas, in central Sevenoaks, carries a Grade II* listing.
Source: historicengland.org.ukA 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.ukOnly Queen Elizabeth II Stand and Grandstand ticket holders can access the Parade Ring.
Source: thejockeyclub.co.uk
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Questions
What drive time should we allow from Sevenoaks for the Derby at Epsom?
35 minutes and 24.6 miles in clear traffic via the A224, M25 and A217; allow more 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, 92.2 miles from Sevenoaks; it is in place before your collection time.
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