Epsom
Things to do in Epsom, Surrey
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Epsom offers a mix of racing heritage and family entertainment, anchored by the Downs Racecourse which hosts major events like the Derby Family Festival and a seasonal ice rink. Beyond the racecourse, Hobbledown provides animal encounters and attractions rated 4.5 from over 4,000 reviews, while Jungle Island Adventure Golf and the ODEON cinema round out the entertainment options. The Rainbow Leisure Centre serves as a local hub for swimming and sports.
The town has a solid selection of places to eat, ranging from a highly-rated cafe in Senzo (4.8 from 301 reviews) to chain options like Starbucks and Muffin Break. Mayfield Lavender offers something different at 4.3 from 317 reviews. The restaurant and cafe scene here caters to casual visitors as much as those looking for a quick bite between activities.
Where to stay in Epsom(6)
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For accommodation, there's reasonable choice across the town. The Lodge at Kingswood stands out with a 4.7 rating from 150 reviews, while Nonsuch Park Hotel is similarly well-regarded at 4.6. The Holiday Inn Express on the Downs is the largest establishment in the data at 4.4 from 809 reviews, and the two Premier Inns in the town centre offer reliable mid-range options. These are all straightforward places to stay rather than destination hotels in themselves.
Holiday Inn Express London Epsom Downs
Langley Vale Road, Epsom
Nonsuch Park Hotel
355 London Road, Epsom
Orchid Epsom Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western
272 Kingston Road, Epsom
Premier Inn Epsom Central
2-4 St Margarets Drive, Epsom
Premier Inn Epsom Town Centre
1 The Parade, Epsom
The Lodge at Kingswood
Sandy Lane, Epsom
Things to Do in Epsom(9)
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Where to Eat in Epsom(13)
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Attractions Near Epsom
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2 mi
Chessington World of Adventures Resort
Chessington · ⭐ 4.1
3 mi
Whitehall Historic House
Cheam · ⭐ 4.7
3 mi
Surbiton Raceway
Worcester Park · ⭐ 4.6
White Spider Climbing
Surbiton · ⭐ 4.8
3 mi
Little Peeps Soft Play
Chessington · ⭐ 4.4
3 mi
Hollywood Bowl Tolworth
Tolworth · ⭐ 4.0
3 mi
Craft My Day Ltd
Worcester Park · ⭐ 5.0
4 mi
Omniplex Cinema Sutton
Sutton · ⭐ 4.4
Camping in Epsom
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Walton on Thames Camping and Caravanning Club Site
⭐ 4.2 · from £22/night
Alderstead Heath Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite
⭐ 4.4 · from £36/night
Mellow Farm Adventure Limited
⭐ 4.7
Apps Court
⭐ 4.2
Horsley Camping and Caravanning Club Site
⭐ 4.6 · from £30/night
Surrey Hills Yurts
⭐ 4.8
Hammonds Glamping
⭐ 4.9 · from £150/night
Chertsey Camping and Caravanning Club Site
⭐ 4.4 · from £15/night
Self-Catering Cottages in Epsom
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Farthing
2 bed · sleeps 4
LoveKush
5 bed · sleeps 9 · from £1,772
Rose Escapes - Rose Cottage
1 bed · sleeps 2
The Coppice
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £957
Hill Rise Cottage
4 bed · sleeps 12 · from £3,786
The Studio
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £423
Twin Pines
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £591
The Cycling Cottage
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £917
Common questions about Epsom
Where can I stay in Epsom?
We list 6 hotels, B&Bs and guest houses in and around Epsom.
What is there to do in Epsom?
We list 9 attractions and things to do in and around Epsom.
Where can I eat in Epsom?
We list 13 restaurants, pubs and cafes in and around Epsom.
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