Epsom Collection (page 8)

Golden Fleece with jockey Pat Eddery and connections after winning the Derby at Epsom 3rd June 1982

Henbit And Jockey Willie Carson Is Led Into The Winners Enclosure After Winning The 1980 Derby In The Saddle Horseracing - June 1980

Shergar with jockey Walter Swinburn wins the Derby at Epsom by a record 10 Lenghts 3rd June 1981

Santa Claus and jockey Scobie Breasley are led into the winners enclosure after winning the Derby at Epsom - June 1964

Secreto Racehorse with jockey Christie Roche in the saddle winning the Epsom Derby - June 1984

Crepello and jockey Lester Piggott winning the Derby at Epsom - June 1957

Shirley Heights Racehorse ridden by jockey Grenville Starkey winning the 199th Derby at Epsom from Hawaiian Sound left Remainder Man came 3rd - June 1978

Quest For Fame Racehorse pictured with trainer Roger Charlton jockey Pat Eddery and owner Khalid Abdulla after winning the Derby at Epsom - June 1990

Kahyasi Racehorse ridden by jockey Ray Cochrane winning the Epsom Derby - June 1988

My Love after winning The Derby at Epsom - June 1948

Shergar with jockey Walter Swinburn being led in by the Aga Khan after winning the Derby at Epsom 3rd June 1981

Lester Piggott jockey on Nijinksky the winner of the Epsom Derby - June 1970

Sharastani The 1986 Derby Winner Is Led In By His Owner The Aga Khan With Jockey Walter Swinburn at Epsom - June 1986

Lester Piggott on Sir Ivor after winning the Derby led by Princess Caroline Cecile Alexandrine Jeanne Murat, wife of owner Raymond R

Roger Moore Actor With His Wife Luisa At The Epsom Derby June 1988 Dbase

Queen Elizabeth II at The Derby Epsom June 1978 Ilford £; 1000 print awards 1978 The Queen jeers on the horses and watches nail biting finish between Hawaiian Sound

Queen Elizabeth II at The Epsom Derby, June 1978 The Queen jeers on the horses and watches a nail biting finish between Hawaiian Sound and Shirley Heights Excited, cheering on race

Mill Reef and Geoff Lewis (17) seen here winning Britains premier classic " The Derby" at Epsom from Linden Tree (13) June 1971

Be My Guest ridden by Lester Piggott in the 1977 Derby

Owner Paul Mellon leads in Mill Reef and Geoff Lewis after their triumph at Epsom. June 1971 P000038

The finishing line of the Oaks race at Epsom 1950 Asmera wins 1950

The Oaks at Epsom races 1955 Meld wins ridden by Phil Drake

The Derby 1946. The winner Airborne being led in
The Derby 1946. The winner Airborne ridden by Tommy Lowrey being led in

Spectators at Epsom race course, 1953
Spectators at Great Metropolitan Handicap, Epsom race course, 1953

The Derby 1947. The winner, Pearl Driver, being led from the course
The Derby 1947. The winner, Pearl Driver, Georges Bridgland, being led from the course

The finishing line of the Oaks race at Epsom 1953
The finishing line of the Oaks race at Epsom, won by Ambiguity 1953 ridden by Joe Mercer

View of the Warren, Derby Day, Epsom Races, 1844. Creator: Unknown
View of the Warren, Derby Day, Epsom Races, 1844. Horse racing at Epsom in Surrey. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol I

The Betting Ring, Derby Day, Epsom Races, 1844. Creator: Unknown
The Betting Ring, Derby Day, Epsom Races, 1844. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol I

The Road, Derby Day, Epsom Races, 1844. Creator: Unknown
The Road, Derby Day, Epsom Races, 1844. Horse racing at Epsom in Surrey. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol I

Derby Day, England, from the Holidays series (N80) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1890. 1890
Derby Day, England, from the Holidays series (N80) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1890

Duke and Duchess of York - Oaks, Epsom Racecourse
Duke and Duchess of York walking to the stands to watch the Oaks, Epsom Racecourse, 1928. They saw one of Lord Derbys horses Toboggan win by four lengths after a thrilling race. Date: 1928

New clock tower at Epsom 1847
New clock tower at Epsom, Surrey, replacing the watchhouse which stood from the 17th century. Date: 1847

Back from Derby (Dore)
A lively crowd comes back to London after a day at the Epsom Derby. Date: 1870

The Derby Crowd
A massive crowd assembles at Epsom for Derby day. Date: 1870

Electric Shocks, Epsom 1860
Shocks for fun among the sideshows at Epsom racecourse on Derby Day Date: 1860

Epsom and Ewell KT18 5 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Epsom and Ewell KT18 5

Finish of the Race, 1872. Creator: Gustave Doré
Finish of the Race, 1872. Spectators in the stands at the finishing line of Epsom Derby on Derby Day. From, " LONDON. A Pilgrimage" by Gustave Dore and Blanchard Jerrold. [Grant and Co

A Block on the Road, 1872. Creator: Gustave Doré
A Block on the Road, 1872. Slow traffic on Derby Day. From, " LONDON. A Pilgrimage" by Gustave Dore and Blanchard Jerrold. [Grant and Co. 72-78, Turnmill Street, E.C. 1872]

A Sketch on the Downs, 1872. Creator: Gustave Doré
A Sketch on the Downs, 1872. Men, women and children spend a night on Epsom Downs before Derby Day. From, " LONDON. A Pilgrimage" by Gustave Dore and Blanchard Jerrold. [Grant and Co

At Lunch, 1872. Creator: Gustave Doré
At Lunch, 1872. People dine amid crowds at Epsom Derby on Derby Day. From, " LONDON. A Pilgrimage" by Gustave Dore and Blanchard Jerrold. [Grant and Co. 72-78, Turnmill Street, E.C. 1872]

Champion jocket Lester Piggott at a press conference
Portrait of champion jocket Lester Piggott - born 1935 - at a press conference in Nottingham. Lester Piggott won the Derby at Epsom a record nine times. Date: circa 1985

Epsom, c1910. Creator: Unknown
Epsom, c1910. The Derby Day. Horse Races. Mineral Waters. Population, 6, 916. Packed grandstand at Epsom racecourse in Surrey

A Group of Sporting Characters at Epsom, c1832. Creator: Unknown
A Group of Sporting Characters at Epsom, How are the odds on the Derby?, c1832. Political satire depicting British politicians at Epsom races: Edward Stanley, 14th Earl of Derby (1799-1869)

A False Start - Derby, 1883. Creator: John Sturgess
A False Start - Derby, 1883. Jockeys and their horses at the Derby, an annual flat horse race at Epsom Downs racecourse in Surrey. From The Illustrated London News, 26 May 1883

Derby Day at Epsom, c1896. Artist: Spooner & Company
Derby Day at Epsom, c1896. From Pictorial England and Wales. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1896]

Epsom, c1910. The Derby. Horse Racing. Mineral Waters. Population, 18, 800. Card from a game containing views of the chief towns in each county, their products & notable buildings etc

Sterilizing and dental theatre, Saint Ebbas Hospital, Surrey, 1938. Sterilizing equipment and a dentists chair visible through the doorway

The laundry room, Long Grove Hospital, Surrey, 1910. A line of women stand at a row of basins, with piles of laundry on the floor in the foreground.This Victorian mental hospital was one of many

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"Exploring the Rich History of Epsom: From Derby Day to Epileptic Colony" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world of Epsom, a town brimming with historical significance. Known for its iconic Derby Day, this enchanting place has witnessed countless moments that have shaped its identity. Transport yourself to 1923 as Cecil Aldin's masterpiece "The Derby" captures the essence of this prestigious event. The Olympians gather at Epsom Downs, their anticipation palpable as they await the exhilarating race. Intriguing encounters unfold on these hallowed grounds, like when a policeman engages in conversation with Gypsies amidst the hustle and bustle. Such interactions add an air of mystique to this already vibrant setting. Curiosity piques as we ponder whether there can be another derby within a derby – an enigma that adds layers to Epsom's allure. And then we fast forward to 1954 when the Epsom Derby takes center stage once again, showcasing thrilling displays of equine prowess. Beyond horse racing lies another facet of Epsom's history - the establishment of the Ewell Epileptic Colony. This sanctuary provided solace and care for those afflicted by epilepsy, leaving an indelible mark on Surrey's landscape. Equestrian triumphs continue to grace these storied grounds; Larkspur gallops towards victory during the 1962 edition of the illustrious Epsom Derby. A snapshot from June 1929 transports us into a scene teeming with excitement at England's most celebrated racecourse. Delving deeper into history reveals fascinating tales such as Diamond Jubilee crossing first past post in 1901 under unknown creatorship – forever etching his name into sporting lore. Even suffragette Emily Davison dared to challenge societal norms by participating as a jockey at one memorable edition of The Derby held at Epsom.