THE EPSOM OAKS

Contested on Epsom Downs since 1779, the Oaks was first introduced the year before its more famous cousin The Derby. Apart from 2 brief spells during the First and Second World Wars, when it transferred to Newmarket, this site provides a comprehensive history of the Oaks; every winner, runner, owner, trainer and jockey and, where available, video clips of the majority of races run since the early 1900s.

Every Classic winner has now been rated using times (the 1810 St Leger was one of the earliest occasions when a winner's time was provided), winning distances and strength of opposition. A very useful survey was carried out by the Sporting Times in May 1886 when 100 Jockey Club Members, owners, trainers, jockeys and tipsters were invited to list the top 10 racehorses. To see the results of that survey click here.

Every effort has been made to trace copyright holders of all scans in this section of the site.  Some contributors have asked to be acknowledged for their contributions and their wish has been granted. If anyone thinks they own an image used then contact the site owner.

For all of your Epsom Oaks books and memorabilia visit:-
http://astore.amazon.co.uk/wwwgreyhoundd-21?_encoding=UTF8&node=338

History of 2000 Guineas; History of the 1000 Guineas; History of the Epsom Derby; History of the Doncaster St Leger

If you have access to further artefacts which will enhance the site then email johnwslusar@gmail.com so that your items can be included.