Coming to The Derby with a group of friends is a fantastic day out and a key part of The Derby experience is the sight of the open-topped buses lined down the course. There are a number of Enclosures that hold all types of buses, from Mini Buses to Open Topped Coaches. All Enclosures have:
- Betting facilities
- Toilets
- Food and drink outlets nearby
- A great view of the track
- A party atmosphere!
To book a bus space call 01372 460372
To download a copy of our 2008 Group Bookings flyer, click here
The Lonsdale Enclosure
This is out most sought after location opposite the Queen's Stand, near the Winning Post. On Derby Day only open-topped double-decker buses are admitted, but on Ladies Day, it can accommodate either single or double-deckers.
Lonsdale bus prices 
Ladies Day - £650
Derby Day - £1,650
These prices include the bus, and everyone on it, when it drives into the Enclosure.
Lonsdale pedestrian prices
Ladies Day - £15
Derby Day - £20
The Walton
Situated next to the Lonsdale Enclosure, the Walton offers the chance to be close to the racing action, but without the expense of bringing an open topped double-decker! Both single and double-decker vehicles can park in the Walton.
Walton prices
Ladies Day - £90
Derby Day - £550
The prices include the vehicle and everyone in it, when it enters the enclosure.
Upper Tattenham
This area stretches from the Tattenham Straight Pedestrian Area down to the famous Tattenham Corner. Both single and double decker coaches can park in this facility on both days of The Festival, and it has a great atmosphere.
Upper Tattenham prices
Ladies Day
Front Row Coach - £250
Back Row Coach - £150
Derby Day
Front Row Coach - £850
Back Row Coach - £600
These prices include the coach or bus and everyone on the vehicle, when it drives into the Enclosure. 
The Hill
The Hill is the famous area at the centre of the course. It's usually the heart of the party as many people flock to experience the market and funfair. It features all the facilities you need to really make the day fly by, including;
- Betting facilities
- Food and bar facilities
- Funfair
- Toilets
It's free for pedestrians to walk onto The Hill.
The Hill Prices
Ladies Day
Car - £25
Minibus / stretch limo - £50
Midibus (holds 13 - 24 people) - £70
Coach (holds 25+) - 75
Derby Day
Car - £30
Minibus / stretch limo - £90
Midibus (holds 13 - 24 people) - £175
Coach (holds 25+) - by 31st March 2008 - £220
Coach (holds 25+) - after 31st March 2008 - £250
For more information and prices click on the 'Derby Festival' button then 'Enclosures.'
Call 01372 460372 for more information.
