Lively
Grandstand at Epsom Downs
A lively enclosure with views of the finish, Parade Ring access, the O Beach marquee and the After Party, and no official dress code.
Photo: Marathon, CC BY-SA 2.0, cropped
Who it suits
- Groups who want a lively day with the After Party.
- Racegoers who want the Parade Ring without the formal dress code.
Ticket prices
| Raceday | From |
|---|---|
| Derby Festival 2027Friday or Saturday | £32 |
| Other racedays (2026)Spring Meeting and summer evenings | £10 |
Children aged 4 and under go free at the Derby Festival; 5–17s get discounted tickets.
Where your ticket takes you
- The Grandstand, with views of the finish.
- The Parade Ring.
- The O Beach marquee and the After Party.
- Derby Village food and bars.
Not included
- The Queen Elizabeth II Stand.
The view
From the Grandstand you see the horses come up the straight to the finish, with the Parade Ring close by.
Food and drink
Most of Epsom’s eateries are in the Derby Village around the Grandstand, and the O Beach marquee adds a party bar.
Derby Village
Food and bars around the Grandstand.
O Beach marquee
Bars and music.
Facilities
After Party
Music after racing.
Accessible viewing
The rail platform or the Duchess’s Stand balcony on Derby Day.
Dress code
There’s no official dress code in the Grandstand, but sports clothing and team colours aren’t allowed.
Getting in
On Derby Festival Friday 2027 the gates open at 11am, with the first race at 1.30pm; the Derby is at 4pm on Saturday. Collect Queen Elizabeth II Stand and Grandstand tickets at the main entrance pavilion.
Accessibility
A carer or assistant goes free with a disabled racegoer: call 01372 726311 on the day you buy your ticket. Accessible parking is in Car Park 10, close to the entrance. On Derby Day, Grandstand ticket holders can use the platform by the rail or the Duchess’s Stand balcony, and Queen Elizabeth II Stand ticket holders the Blue Riband Balcony.
Children and families
At the Derby Festival, children aged 4 and under go free in most areas and 5–17s get discounted tickets; at most other racedays children go free with an adult. Under-12s aren’t allowed in the Parade Ring or Winners’ Enclosure.
Tips
- Stay for the After Party.
- Collect tickets at the main entrance pavilion.
- Book early: Derby Saturday is the busiest day.
Upgrading
For the best views of the Parade Ring and Winners’ Enclosure, upgrade to the Queen Elizabeth II Stand, which includes the Grandstand; on Derby Day it has a formal dress code.
Questions people ask
Is there a dress code?
No official dress code, but no sports clothing or team colours.
Can I see the Parade Ring?
Yes.
Does it include the Queen Elizabeth II Stand?
No, but QEII Stand tickets include the Grandstand.
How much is it?
From £32 at the 2027 Derby Festival.
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