Hire Space
The Gallops Suite

Epsom Downs Racecourse

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Modern meeting space at Epsom Downs Racecourse, ideal for corporate events and conferences.
  • From £45
  • 90 Theatre
  • Epsom Downs
  • From £45
  • 90 Theatre
  • Epsom Downs
Historic racecourse venue offering unique spaces with panoramic views and flexible capacity from 30 to 500 guests.
Benjamin Edmonds
Benjamin Edmonds

Venue Expert @ Hire Space

  • Dedicated event manager
  • Built-in PA system and AV equipment
  • Air conditioning throughout
  • Minimum 30 people for bookings
  • Diomed suite accommodates up to 500 theatre style
  • Blue Ribband suite with private terrace overlooking racecourse
  • Multiple breakout rooms available
  • In-house catering with Day Delegate Rate packages
  • Complimentary car parking

The Gallops Suite is one of three inter-connected suites on the first floor and has a privileged position within the Duchess's Stand. The balcony wraps around the stand so you have views of London and across the parade ring on one side, and over the racecourse on the other side.

It is an ideal space for a Office Party, Christmas Party or Dinner and is brilliantly suited for Cabaret, Theatre and Banquet layouts. We are more than able to cater for Corporate, Private and Charity Events.

The price listed is inclusive of VAT. Please see House Rules for package details.

Frequently asked questions

All meeting spaces and banqueting bookings require a minimum of 30 people for meetings and 50 people for banqueting events. Groups smaller than these minimums cannot be accommodated at the venue.

The Classic DDR Package starts from £53 per person plus VAT and includes main suite hire, arrival tea/coffee with pastries and fruit, mid-morning refreshments, finger buffet lunch, afternoon tea/coffee, water, projector and screen, flipchart, WiFi, car parking, and dedicated event manager. Premier DDR Package is available at £64 plus VAT with enhanced menu options.

The venue does not operate on a pure dry hire basis and external catering is not normally allowed on site. You must use one of their contracted preferred caterers who will quote for both room hire and catering as part of their package, and you need to organize show rounds directly with your chosen caterer.

The Diomed suite can accommodate up to 500 people in theatre style and 224 people in cabaret style. The venue cannot accommodate events requiring 700 guests with 500 seated, as their kitchen facilities and largest halls cannot service these numbers in seated capacity.

Room hire fees vary by space - the Mezzanine area costs £1,000 plus VAT, breakout rooms range from £300-£1,800 plus VAT (often discounted), and catering space hire is £2,000 plus VAT. The venue hire for breakout spaces can be £2,000 plus VAT.

Basic projector, screen, and built-in PA system are included in DDR packages. Additional AV costs are: lectern and microphone £90 plus VAT, standalone microphone £70 plus VAT, and medium stage £350 plus VAT.

Events typically require setup from 7am with conferences running 9am-5pm. The venue cannot accommodate very late start times like 11pm conferences, and external catering restrictions may limit certain event formats.

All-inclusive dining packages start from £67 per person including VAT (exclusive party suite, non-alcoholic arrival drink, three-course menu, staffing, security, and car parking). Additional options include half bottle of wine per person at £18.75, DJ and dance floor at £400 plus VAT.

Main spaces include the Diomed suite (500 theatre/224 cabaret), Blue Ribband suite with private terrace (150 people), Oaks Hall for exhibitions, Downs View suite (60 cabaret), Gallops suite (48 cabaret), and Double Box (24 cabaret). Spaces can be interconnected for larger events.

Standard canapé packages offer 3 items at £13.09 per person plus VAT, while premium packages provide 3 items at £18.67 per person plus VAT. These can be combined with drinks receptions, and the venue can accommodate 2-hour canapé receptions as part of conference packages.

More about Epsom Downs Racecourse

Epsom Downs Racecourse is a unique and versatile venue, renowned for hosting a wide range of events including meetings, celebrations, exhibitions, outdoor events, and private functions.

Home to the impressive Queen's Stand and Duchess Stand, the venues features a variety of stylish and adaptable event space. With capacities ranging from 10 - 3000 guests, Epsom Downs provides the perfect setting for everything from intimate boardroom meetings to large-scale exhibitions, show- stopping outdoor events, and memorable celebrations.