Aintree

British

/ ˈeɪntrɪ /

noun

a suburb of Liverpool, in Merseyside: site of the racecourse over which the Grand National steeplechase has been run since 1839

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He established Evan Williams Racing in 2003 and became one of Wales' most successful trainers with top-four finishes in five consecutive Grand Nationals at Aintree between 2009 and 2013.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

After his win in the Ryanair Chase at Cheltenham Festival, Heart Wood was the 6-5 favourite, but could only manage third place at Aintree.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

The Grand National at Aintree is among the highlights of the British horse racing calendar.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

The 2024 Grand National winner I Am Maximus heads the weights for this year's race at Aintree on 11 April.

From BBC • Feb. 17, 2026

In the early days of its existence the new unit attended reviews and inspections at Mount Vernon, Newton-le-Willows and Aintree.

From The Story of the "9th King's" in France by Roberts, Enos Herbert Glynne

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