Places of Interest

Aintree race track is one of the most renowned racecourses in the world and is positioned on the A59 at Ormskirk Road, Aintree (Liverpool) in the northern suburbs of Liverpool, just 6 miles from the town centre. The race track occupies 250 acres and has two left-handed chasing circuits. The first, the Mildmay [...]

Red Rum had a flat racing pedigree, making him more genetically suited to racing short, straight distances. However, Rummy’s true talent came out in steeplechases. His power, speed and jumping ability carried him to his first Grand National title in 1973.
The very next year, Red Rum returned to take his second title. He was [...]