The Derby Suite is a modern and stylish space, equipped to deliver perfect presentations and confident conferences, with full AV integration and sophisticated broadband connectivity.
The floor-to-ceiling windows showcase stunning views of the London panorama from Epsom Downs, and also make the Derby Suite a striking and inspiring location for a private dinner or drinks reception.
The Oaks Hall is at the epicentre of Epsom Downs and is the first space that greets visitors.
Named after the famous flat-race hosted annually at the course, the space has a proven track record with consumer and trade exhibitions.
The capacious floor space, open dimensions and ground floor location make it well suited for complete takeovers and ambitious event builds, with easy access for production companies and heavy duty equipment.
Popular events hosted in the space have included boxing, cage fighting and even a pop-up supermarket. Oaks Hall is also suitable for large receptions, dinners, weddings, school proms and Bar/Bat Mitzvahs.
Combining striking views of the famous course and the London Panorama, the double-aspect Diomed Room is a light, spacious room which can be transformed to provide a special setting for a gala reception or awards dinner.
For larger groups or conferences, the Diomed Room can be combined with the Lammtarra Room by removing a partition wall between the two spaces.
More intimate meetings can be hosted in Epsom Down’s Private Boxes setting.
For conferences and meetings Private Boxes offer convenient location to host break-out sessions for small groups or as syndicated rooms for trade shows, exhibitions or large-scale AGMs.
Private Boxes come in a range of sizes and capacities.
Adjoining the Lammtarra and the Diomed, The Gallops Room can be opened out to create a large open plan meetings and events space or used as a standalone room for a smaller occasion. Similar in proportions to the neighbouring Lammtarra, the combination of all three spaces creates a spacious area which can be themed for team builds for large groups.
An outdoor terrace, with spectacular views over the racecourse can also be incorporated into the space to give a welcome juxtaposition of spaces, especially for summer events.
Overlooking Epsom Downs Racecourse, on the first floor of the Queen’s Stand, the Blue Riband Room is fully AV integrated to offer a sophisticated conferencing space. Complemented by high ceilings and plenty of natural light, organisers can be sure they are booking a venue tailored to the needs of the meetings market.
The Blue Riband Room is also well-suited to small exhibitions and seated dinners.
The elegant Board Room is a sophisticated setting for a post-conference dinner or a milestone event.
Combining arts and crafts decor, equine oil paintings and prominent views over the course, the space offers a luxurious escape from the rigours of a meeting or conference, a unique location for an important celebration.
A wraparound room providing two distinct areas which could be split for meetings with a separate catering area or banqueting with an area for the dance floor.
With wonderful views over the racecourse and beyond, this versatile space offers many options when planning an event.
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