Epsom Collection (page 9)

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

Gabriel Garrick, Epsom Jazz Club, The White Horse, Epsom, Surrey, April 2008. Artist
Gabriel Garrick, Epsom Jazz Club, The White Horse, Epsom, Surrey, April 2008

Val Wiseman and Len Skeat, Epsom Playhouse, Surrey, 2001. Artist: Brian O Connor
Val Wiseman and Len Skeat, Epsom Playhouse, Surrey, 2001

Epsom Races - The Betting Post, 1836, (1929). Artist: Charles Hunt
Epsom Races - The Betting Post, 1836, (1929). After James Pollard (1792-1867). From The Story of British Sporting Prints, by Captain Frank Siltzer. [Halton & Truscott Smith, Ltd, London, 1929]

Bois Roussel, Jockey: E. C. Elliott, 1939; being led in by his owner Peter Beatty after victory at the Epsom Derby in 1938

At The Derby, 1938. King George VI (1895-1952), Queen Elizabeth (1900-2002) and Lord Lonsdale (1857-1944) at the Epsom Derby, 1938. From Flat Racing published by Seeley, Service & Co, Ltd

Emily Davison throwing herself in front of the Kings horse during the Derby, Epsom, Surrey, 1913. Emily Davison (1872-1913), an English suffragette

Victorian Derby at Tattenham Corner, 1872. Artist: Gustave Dore
Victorian Derby at Tattenham Corner, 1872. From London: A Pilgrimage. With illustrations by Gustave Dore, by William Blanchard Jerrold. [London, 1872]

At Epsom, 1928 (1937). The Duke and Duchess of York at Epsom Downs Racecourse, Surrey, on 8 June 1928, to see King George Vs filly Scuttle run

The Derby: View Down The Course, c1903, (1903). Artist: WA Rouch
The Derby: View Down The Course, c1903, (1903). Epsom Derby commonly known as The Derby, is a Group 1 flat horse race open to three year old thoroughbred colts and fillies

Manners and Customs of ye Englyshe in 1849: A View of Epsom Downe on ye Derbye Daye, 1849. Artist: Richard Doyle
Manners and Customs of ye Englyshe in 1849: A View of Epsom Downe on ye Derbye Daye, 1849

Epsom Races, 19th century. Artist: Smart & Hunt
Epsom Races, 19th century. After James Pollard (1792-1867). From Connoisseur Extra No. 5 - Old Sporting Prints by Ralph Nevill. [The Connoisseur Magazine, London, 1908]

Epsom Grand Stand - The Winner of the Derby Race, 19th century. Artist: Richard Reeve
Epsom Grand Stand - The Winner of the Derby Race, 19th century. After James Pollard (1792-1867). From Connoisseur Extra No. 5 - Old Sporting Prints by Ralph Nevill

Epsom Race Course, 1940. The first recorded race was held on the Downs in 1661, although it is likely that racing was established much earlier than this

Thoroughbred racehorse, Bend Or, c1880. Bend Or (1877-1903) was a British Thoroughbred racehorse who won the 1880 Epsom Derby. From Flat Racing published by Seeley, Service & Co, Ltd. London, 1940

Singer Gazelle convertible, Woodcote Park, Epsom, Surrey, c1956-c1963. The Gazelle was produced in a two-door convertible version from 1956 until 1963

Crowds on Derby Day, Epsom Downs, Surrey, c1922. Artist: Horace Walter Nicholls
Crowds on Derby Day, Epsom Downs, Surrey, c1922. A print from Peoples of all Nations, Volume III, edited by JA Hammerton, The Fleetway House, London, c1922

Horse race, 19th century

The Derby tragedy of 1913, (1935). Emily Davison, a suffragette, threw herself in front of the Kings horse, Anmer, and was killed

King Edwards Derby triumph, Epsom, Surrey, 1909, (1935). The Derby winner was Minoru. The king is between Mr Richard Marsh, the royal trainer, and Lord Marcus Beresford

Duchess of Marlborough at the Derby
Consuelo Vanderbilt (1877 - 1964), American heiress and first wife of Charles Spencer-Churchill, 9th Duke of Marlborough pictured with a friend at the Epsom Derby in 1914

The Aga Khan and Prince Aly Khan at Epsom
Aga Khan III and his son, Prince Aly or Ali Khan, photographed at Epsom on Oaks Day in June 1932. Date: 1932

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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.