The First Event of Her Majesty The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Celebrations
Friday 1 & Saturday 2 June
The only other British monarch to celebrate a Diamond Jubilee was Queen Victoria in 1897. This is undoubtedly one of the most important racing days of all time and certainly for those who cherish our Queen, a poignant day to celebrate a life dedicated to her country and people, and reflect upon the joys and challenges that her reign has seen over the last 60 years. Perhaps one of the Queen’s greatest pleasures in life continues to be her dedication to racing. More than 200,000 race goers are expected to attend the Investec Derby Festival this year and global television audiences of over 1 billion are anticipated. We hope to see the return of the Queen’s horse Carlton House in The Investec Coronation Cup. If Carlton House were to win the Queen would be absolutely delighted and nearly a quarter of the world’s population would be celebrating with her… We’ll have to wait and see!
The most prestigious enclosure available throughout the Festival will be the Boisdale Enclosure, located next to the Queen’s Stand on The Prince’s Lawn. Part of Epsom’s Premier Enclosure, the Boisdale Enclosure badge will entitle you to access both the Queen’s Stand and Grandstand Enclosures should you wish. The Prince’s Lawn is situated on the finishing line between the Queen’s Stand and the Owners and Trainers Prince’s Stand. Lunch will be served inside the pavilion in which giant flat screen televisions will show all the racing. The Boisdale Enclosure extends all the way to the rails. Quite simply, there is not a better position from which to observe some of the finest quality thoroughbred horseracing in the world. The dress code will be suits on Investec Ladies Day and formal top hat and tails on Investec Derby Day.
The Boisdale exclusive facility will include a magnificent Whisky & Cigar Bar and an all-day complimentary Oyster & Champagne Bar. At the caviar reception Pol Roger Sir Winston Churchill 2002 champagne will be served. As the Queen arrives on Investec Derby Day a toast will be proposed with Chivas Royal Salute 25 year old whisky. The lunch will include Scottish lobster and the very finest dry aged Aberdeen Angus fillet of beef accompanied by exceptional white Burgundy and Claret. Traditional tea will be served with Boisdale Vintage 2005 Rosé Champagne. Betting facilities will be located within the Boisdale Enclosure, so there will be no reason to leave! After the races the party will continue with more Champagne and cocktails and truly the ultimate Frank Sinatra tribute from Stephen Triffitt and his big band.
As a very special leaving present to commemorate the day, guests will receive a Fortnum & Mason’s Hamper. Boisdale Jazz & Cigar Club members and friends have the opportunity to register interest, with no obligation, to purchase badges for The Boisdale Enclosure one week ahead of their being made available to the global market. There are 180 places available per day.
Friday 1 June 2012 - Investec Ladies Day – £675 +VAT
Saturday 2 June 2012 - Investec Derby Day – £750 +VAT
The ticket includes:
Queen’s Stand entry badge & ticket (dress code applies)
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Valet car parking provided
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Boisdale private terrace overlooking finish line
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Jazz on arrival
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All day Oyster & Champagne bar
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Caviar & Pol Roger Winston Churchill 2002 Champagne reception
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A toast with Chivas Royal Salute 25 year old
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Boisdale sumptuous 3-course lunch
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Selection of cheeses, available throughout the afternoon
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Unlimited drinks of Boisdale selected wines, beer and soft drinks
(until ½ hour after the last race)
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Full afternoon tea served with Boisdale vintage 2005 Rosé Champagne
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Live jazz playing after racing
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Cigar sommelier in suite
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Whisky and Cigar Bar - on a cash basis
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Betting facilities, racecards & racing papers
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Private tables of 10 are available, smaller groups will be accommodated on shared tables with other guests
For more information or to book the limited spaces call the hospitality team on 01372 460 460 or email epsom.hospitality@thejockeyclub.co.uk