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Lying just 15 miles south of central London, Epsom is a market town that has managed to retain its own distinct character despite its proximity to the capital. It first gained fame in the 17th century as a spa town after the discovery of mineral-rich waters on the common - giving the world ‘Epsom Salts’ - and that legacy of open space remains its defining feature today. The town is effectively bordered by the sprawling Epsom Downs to the south, home to the famous racecourse, and Epsom Common to the west, a 170-hectare nature reserve. Geographically, it sits on the edge of the North Downs, providing a natural transition between the suburban sprawl of the orbital motorway and the rural Surrey hills. The town centre is built around a wide high street and a landmark 19th-century clock tower, offering a mix of independent shops and standard amenities. With two railway stations providing direct lines into both Waterloo and Victoria, it functions as a practical hub for commuters, yet it remains a place where you can walk from the station to prehistoric woodland in under twenty minutes.