A day at the races! A photo-story by Eszter Halasi

Thousands of people arrived for the annual Epsom Derby, which is usually held at the end of May or the beginning of June.

Many Romany Gypsies and Travellers were among the crowd as spectators and participants.

The Travelling communities' links with the Epsom Derby goes back to its origins in the 17th century.

The weather was a bit windy, but the Gypsy Traveller community's stalls, which are present every year, were there as usual.

A huge funfair welcomed visitors, catering mostly to the youth.

People could place bets on the winning jockey and relax in the large area rented by the community, which was located right next to the racecourse.

The smell of BBQ and sugary donuts filled the air, with colourful people picnicking together and enjoying the opportunity to escape and lose themselves in the sights, sounds and smells of a day at the races.

Photographs and words by Eszter Halasi - Exclusive for the Travellers' Times