Information OWNERS & TRAINERS
The Betfred Derby Festival
Friday 5th – Saturday 6th June 2026
Welcome
We are delighted to welcome you to the Betfred Derby Festival and very much appreciate your continued support of Epsom Downs Racecourse. We have an exciting two days of racing in store culminating in the greatest race in the world, the Betfred Derby.
The Betfred Derby remains one of the crown jewels of the British racing calendar, making up the middle leg of the prestigious Betfred Triple Crown. In 2026, the total prize money for the Betfred Derby will be rising to a total of £2,000,000 – an increase of £500,00. This increase makes the Betfred Derby the joint richest race in the UK. In addition to the increased overall value, prize money will also now be paid down to 10th place, ensuring broader recognition for connections who compete in the world’s greatest flat race. The winning horse will take home £1,000,000.
The Coolmore Coronation Cup will now run on Derby Day with a significant rise in prize money to £1,000,000. There is also a new addition to the race programme, the Group 3 Tattenham Corner Stakes over 7 furlongs on Friday 5th June 2026.
Across both days, there will be an investment of £1,375,000 into prize money, taking total prize money to nearly £5,000,000, and making Betfred Derby Day the second richest raceday in the UK, worth £3,620,000.
We have compiled the information in this brochure to help you plan your visit and we have a dedicated Owners & Trainers team, led by Amy Bone, who are on hand to help with any queries you may have and to maximise your experience with us.
We wish you the very best of luck with your final preparations and look forward to welcoming you here with your runners.
General Manager: Jim Allen
Clerk of the Course: Andrew Cooper
Jim.allen@thejockeyclub.co.uk
Andrew.cooper@thejockeyclub.co.uk
ORDER OF RUNNING
Travelling by Car
If arriving by car please use the following postcode KT18 5LQ. The racecourse is just a few minutes from Epsom Town Centre on the B290 Epsom Downs Road or alternatively just off junction 9 of the M25.
Owners & Trainers Car Park
The Owners and Trainers Car Park is located via Ashley Road and is signposted Car Park 3.
CAR PARKING AND Travel Directions
Disabled Parking
There are a limited number of car park spaces available for disabled visitors at the Owners and Trainers’ Car Park.
Please contact: Amy Bone on 07884655796 or amy.bone@thejockeyclub.co.uk with your vehicle details to arrange.
Taxis
If you plan to arrive by taxi the drop off and collection point is located at Car park 8 outside the Derby Arms Pub and requires a short walk to the O&T entrance.
Horseboxes
Entry for horseboxes is via Chalk Lane signposted Racecourse Stables.
Travelling by Rail
Epsom Station is connected by both South West Trains and Southern Trains with connections from London Waterloo & London Victoria. Epsom Station is a 10 minute taxi or bus ride from the station and there is a shuttle bus service available during the Derby Festival. Tattenham Corner Station is approximately ½ a mile walk to the racecourse and Epsom Downs Station is approximately 1 mile walk to the racecourse.
Travelling by Air
Gatwick Airport is approximately 18.5 miles from the racecourse and Heathrow Airport is 27 miles away.
Helicopter Facilities
Epsom Racecourse welcomes private and chartered helicopter landings at the Air Charter Service Helipad.
Prior notice is required for landings and insurance indemnities completed. Aircraft owners must book in via email info@ helipad.co.uk or dial 01202 835 385 and receive a brief prior to landing permissions being issued.
Prior notice is required in advance for landing facilities and insurance indemnity. Please contact the above number.
Particular attention is to be paid to the rules of the air which govern the overflying of built-up areas. No landings will be permitted 30 minutes before the first race and no take-offs will be permitted until 30 minutes after the last race.
For private jet and helicopter charter enquiries contact:
Air Charter Service
Tel: +44 (0)20 8339 8588
helicopter@aircharter.co.uk
https://www.aircharterservice.com/fly-private
HELICOPTER Information
OWNERS’ Badges
Betfred Derby, Betfred Oaks and Coolmore Coronation Cup Runners.
Please contact Amy Bone on 07884655796 or amy.bone@thejockeyclub.co.uk directly to confirm arrangements for the day.
Owners’ Badges (Uk Trained Horses)
The PASS system will be in operation and all badge requests must be submitted by 4pm the day before attending. The PASS booking system will be open at 1pm, 48 hours before the raceday once declarations have been confirmed.
If you need assistance with the PASS system please contact the PASS
Helpdesk at pass@weatherbys.co.uk
Owners’ Badges (Irish and International trained horses)
All Owners will need to register their attendance through Amy Bone in advance of the day.
Allocation
Single Ownership:
6 badges and complimentary meals Partnerships & Syndicates:
8 badges and complimentary meals
We will always try our best to accommodate our Owners where possible, so please get in touch with our Owners and Trainers team should you wish to enquire about additional badges. Epsom Downs reserves the right to offer additional badges at their discretion and subject to space.
Any requests for additional badges should be made in advance of the meeting to :
Epsom.owners@thejockeyclub.co.uk
Please note that Jockey Club Racing Manager badges and Super Owner badges are not valid at the Betfred Derby Festival and badges in lieu of these must be applied for in advance of the meeting.
Badge Collection
Please enter the racecourse via the Queen Elizabeth II Stand Entrance marquee which is located at the top of Car Park 3 outside the Lester Piggott gates.
Badges can be collected from the Owners and Trainers desk on arrival. No badges will be sent or issued in advance and photo identification will be required to collect the badges.
Badges will be available to collect under the name of your horse/s, along with the individual name/s booked.
Helicopter arrivals – we kindly ask that any owners arriving by helicopter let the Owners and Trainers team aware so that it can be arranged for your tickets and badges to be at the helipad for collection on arrival.
Parade Ring Access
Owners will receive a Parade Ring badge specific for their race. Access to the Parade Ring will not be possible without the correct badge and is limited dependant on the number of declared runners in that race. Owners badges will provide access to the Runners Lounge, Eleanor’s Bar and the Queen Elizabeth II Stand.
Trainers Badges
Trainers with a runner on the day will be entitled to two complimentary Owners & Trainers badges and lunches upon production of a valid PASS card. Please note that badges will only be issued to the person named on the PASS card and please do not be offended if we ask to see identification. Trainers with runners on the day will also be allocated 2 guest badges which will provide access to Cedrics, Champions Seating along the final furlong and the Queen Elizabeth II Stand. They will not provide access to the Runners Lounge. Eleanor’s Bar or the Parade Ring.
OWNERS’ Badges
We acknowledge that it can be frustrating for Trainers to be stopped and asked to show their badges, particularly when trying to access the Parade Ring. However, we ask for your patience and cooperation with our stewarding arrangements.
NTF Badges
NTF Badges will not provide access to the racecourse. NTF badge holders without a runner on the day will need to register their attendance on arrival and collect an O&T badge. Please note these badges will give access to the Cedrics, Champions Seating along the final furlong and the Queen Elizabeth II Stand. Access is not permitted in the Runners Lounge, Eleanor’s Bar or the Parade Ring.
Owners and Trainers Facilities
Owners and Trainers Facilities
We are delighted to offer dedicated dining in the Runner’s Lounge for Owners and Trainers this year. The Runners Lounge and Eleanor’s Bar is situated just past the finish line on the standside and is the exclusive area for owners attending on the day. Owners can enjoy a complimentary lunch and afternoon tea offer as well as complimentary tea/coffee and soft drinks. A full cash bar and betting service will be available within the facility.
Please note that in order to accommodate everyone who wishes to dine, tables in the Runner’s Lounge will be allocated on a rolling basis and we are unable to offer a table for the day.
Owners will also have access to the Queen Elizabeth II Stand and there is a dedicated viewing area doe owners and trainers on the mezzanine level of the Queens Stand steppings.
HOSPITALITY Options
Restaurants and Private Boxes
Epsom Downs offers exclusive private box and restaurant package rates for owners and have limited availability.
Please contact Amy Bone at Epsom.owners@thejockeyclub.co.uk or the hospitality team if you would like to explore any available options.
Full stable security with BHA stable access control and CCTV will operate from Thursday 4th June. Applications for stables and accommodation should be made via Dominic Toole –dominic.toole@thejockeyclub.co.uk
Trainers must state the names of all their stable staff when booking accommodation for the festival.
Accommodation is limited and must be booked by 1pm the day before racing.
Guests typically opt for smart, stylish attire to match the celebratory atmosphere.
Betfred Ladies Day - There is no official dress code on Betfred Ladies Day within the Owners and Trainer’s facilities. We encourage our racegoers to come ‘dressed to feel your best’. From bright and bold to subtle and sophisticated. This is racing’s most spectacular carnival, after all.
Betfred Derby Day – The Owners and Trainers dining and bar facilities are situated within the Queen Elizabeth II Stand which does have a dress code on Betfred Derby Day:
• Either black or grey morning dress with a top hat, service dress or full national costume is obligatory on Derby Day.
• You must wear formal day dress or a tailored trouser suit, with a hat or fascinator.
DRESS CODE
Winners & Placed Connections
Owners of winning horses will be invited to celebrate with a glass of champagne in the Gladiateur Room next to the Weighing Room.
All winning owners will receive a winning memento, a complimentary recording of the race and a framed photograph.
Owners of placed horses, down to 4th, will be invited to celebrate with a glass of champagne and watch a replay of their race.
Raceday Photography
The official raceday photographers at Epsom Downs are John Hoy and Megan Ridgewell. Photos from the day can be viewed at:
https://sandownracingimages. photoshelter.com/index
Children
Please note that no children under the age of 12 are permitted in the Parade Ring or Winners Enclosure. However, if aged between 12 and 16 and accompanied by an adult, permissions can be requested from Andrew Cooper, Clerk of the Course. This is a health and safety requirement and is covered by the Rules of Racing.
Free Day Pass
Owners who have runners at Epsom Downs and are members of the Racehorse Owners Association can watch their horse run on Racing TV with a free day pass. Please call the ROA on 01183 385680 to arrange your pass.
Going Reports
Going reports are updated regularly and will be available via this link: https://www.thejockeyclub.co.uk/ epsom/owners-and-trainers/the-going/
ADDITIONAL Information
