The eventual winner of the 3.30pm
What a difference a day makes - Derby Day on the mound at Tattenham Corner
A very quiet Oaks DayIt's hard to believe that 40 years ago we got married on the Oaks Day (moved to a Saturday that year). The Downs was so packed and the traffic very heavy that I had a police escort to get me to the church on time. As I drove across the Downs, 2 police motorbikes appeared on either side and got me there safely. I felt like the Queen, giving a wave to all the well-wishers around Tattenham Corner!
This year the traffic was very sparse and, although it was a beautiful sunny day, the crowds were much reduced. What a difference a day makes - Derby Day dawned with an influx of hospitality tents and bookies stands and the open top buses lined the rails. The recession seems to have had some impact as it was a very tame day compared to the huge crowds and party atmosphere of years gone by.
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