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The Derby Festival
The Betfred Derby Festival is one of the world’s only sporting events where you can watch the action for FREE! The Hill is the beating heart of The Betfred Derby Festival where we invite everyone to join in and experience the unique carnival atmosphere. The fun runs all day with food & drink, big screens, a market and funfair. Track-side viewing, the Tote, book makers and racecards are all easily accessible too. Check out our new map for The Hill and find the right spot for you!
The Derby Family Festival
‘The thrill of the hill’ can only mean one thing - The Derby. Children cheering, champagne popping, track pulsating. And what better way to celebrate the world’s greatest carnival than a spot in The Derby Family Festival.
*available on Saturday 7 June 2025 only
Children under 11 go free!
BBQS
BBQs are back! Only for Derby weekend, bring your own BBQ and enjoy a great day out on The Hill.
- BBQs are permitted to be used in the designated area on The Hill
- Look out for the flags which mark the area or please ask one of our event staff for guidance.
- BBQs must be raised from the ground. Disposable ones are not permitted.
- Please use the BBQ bins provided for the safe disposal of hot ash
- Free pedestrian access.
Bookies Square
Head to Bookies Square for a thrilling day out at The Derby Festival! See the horses as they thunder home up the finishing straight.
-Plenty of bookmakers and The Tote to place a bet
-Watch the action on the big screen
-Bars, food concessions and toilets are available
-Free pedestrian access
-Bring your own seat, gazebo and picnic and make an area of The Hill your own for the day
The Fun Fair
Dare devils and thrill seekers head to the Fun Fair on The Hill!
- Open from 11am – 7pm for the two days of The Derby Festival
- Tokens will be available to buy from the Fun Fair operators.
- Free pedestrian access
The Market
The Market is a traditional part of The Derby Festival. You’ll be amazed at what you can find in the Market from clothes to homeware and one-off pieces, a visit to The Market is not to be missed.
- Food concessions and toilets are available
- Free pedestrian access
Parking on The Hill
-Parking is available to pre-purchase.
-Available from £10 on Ladies day £20 on derby day
Coaches
-All aboard for a day out to remember at The Betfred Derby Festival! Book your coach or bus space on The Hill today.
- Have your own exclusive patch at racing’s most spectacular carnival.
