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Known for
Epsom Downs Racecourse (home of the Derby, the world's greatest flat race), Epsom Salts (discovered here in 1618), the historic town centre, and a Surrey town synonymous with horse racing excellence
A little history
Epsom Salts — magnesium sulphate — were discovered in a spring on Epsom Common in 1618 and became a fashionable medicinal treatment. The Derby, first run in 1780 and named after the 12th Earl of Derby, is the most prestigious flat race in the world. The racecourse on Epsom Downs hosts it every June.
Derby Day at Epsom Downs is one of England's great sporting and social spectacles — the Downs are free to watch from. The town centre for good independent shops. The North Downs walking from Epsom.
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The town has good independent restaurants and cafes. The High Street has improving independent food. Local Surrey produce throughout.
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Epsom serves an affluent Surrey commuter catchment. Derby Day drives significant annual economy. Independent businesses are strong on the High Street.
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Epsom is a place in Surrey known for epsom Downs Racecourse (home of the Derby, the world's greatest flat race), Epsom Salts (discovered here in 1618), the historic town centre, and a Surrey town synonymous with horse racing excellence. Epsom Salts — magnesium sulphate — were discovered in a spring on Epsom Common in 1618 and became a fashionable medicinal treatment. The population is around 31,000.
The town has good independent restaurants and cafes. The High Street has improving independent food. Local Surrey produce throughout.
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