Epsom and Ewell, borough in Surrey, southeastern England. The borough was originally formed in 1937 when the adjacent towns of Epsom and Ewell were joined. Epsom is the site of the famed magnesium sulfate springs, discovered about 1618. Epsom salts were first prepared here. Ewell also has mineral springs and is known for the horse races held annually on Epsom Downs. Epsom College (1855), a secondary school, is in the borough. Population (1991) 66,000.Microsoft® Encarta® Online Encyclopedia 2001
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