Epsom is best known for the annual horse race ‘The Epsom Derby’. At the time, the town comes alive as thousands of race-goers flock to one of the best known races in the world. It’s also home to one of Britain’s best loved adventure parks, Chessington World of Adventures.
There’s something for all the family at Chessington from death-defying rollercoasters to more serene rides and all set in landscaped grounds. For those that want to visit the sights of London, it’s only a short hop of the train into Charing Cross and then on into Waterloo or Victoria.
Epsom Mini Guide
Tell me Something About Epsom
Epsom is a leafy town set on the rolling landscape of Epsom Downs and a major commuter town for London. It began life as a Saxon settlement and was mentioned in the Domesday Book, admittedly though with an incorrect spelling – Evesham instead of Ebbasham! Today it is famous for the annual horse race – The Derby, and as the home of Chessington World of Adventures.
How Easy is it to get to Epsom?
It’s very easy. If you’re flying in then you could use Heathrow or Gatwick Airports and from there take a train or bus that brings you to the heart of the town. Epsom is also accessible from both the Paddington to Penzance rail route and the Portsmouth to Waterloo route. From there it’s only a short journey into central London via Charing Cross.
What is There to Spend my Time Doing Whilst in Epsom?
There are regular race meetings at Epsom and the racecourse has tried to make the sport accessible to all by introducing themed meetings and bands playing on the racecourse before races. Tickets for the Derby meeting are like gold dust but the atmosphere on the day is magical. Others stay in Epsom for the adrenaline filled attractions of Chessington World of Adventures. Starting off small in the seventies, the theme park has grown to be one of the most popular in Europe and is regularly upgraded or added to so as to bring the crowds back again and again.
For those who want quieter activities, an early morning walk on the downs will see you in the company of training jockeys taking the horses out for their morning exercise. From there too you’ll have a great view out towards the boundaries of London and some of the taller of London’s buildings.
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