Aintree Racecourse, just outside of Liverpool city, first opened on July 7th 1829, and it has been the venue for top-class horse racing ever since.
The Grand National Festival is the principal event held at this venerable course, and the Grand National itself has been run at Aintree since 1839. Red Rum won the National three times – a feat which has yet to be matched – and this most famous of race horses was buried near the winning post in 1995.
Today there are three separate courses at Aintree: The Grand National Course, The Mildmay Course and the Hurdles’ Course. The Mildmay Course was created as a ‘training’ course for horses not yet ready to tackle the Grand National circuit, while the Hurdles’ Course is the oldest of the three.
The Grand National is run over 4 miles and 2 1/2 furlongs and includes 30 jumps, including the infamous Beeches Brook and The Chair. The Grand National Festival takes place every April, and you will be able to find all the latest news and betting tips here at the Mansion Blog ahead of the big event.
Aintree Racecourse Stands and Enclosures
In recent years, Aintree has undergone a significant redevelopment and upgrade of its facilities. This ensures that racegoers now get to sample a world class experience on their visit that matches the action on the course.
Festival Zone – Tattersalls
- Viewing over the closing stages of every race, Viewing access of the Parade Ring and Winners’ Enclosure
- Relax and socialise in the atmospheric Red Rum Garden, with live entertainment throughout the day
- Chair Pavilion Unreserved Seats
The Garden Club
- Central location close to Red Rum Garden and Queen Mother Lawn with private ground floor bar
- 1st floor bar with views of the parade ring, live entertainment and outdoor balcony
- Full access to The Festival Zone area for racing, facilities and entertainment
West Tip Seats Enclosure
- Reserved covered seat with great views of the home straight and of the final fences, particularly The Grand National itself
- Viewing access of the Parade Ring and Winners’ Enclosure and access to the Red Rum Garden, with live entertainment throughout the day
- Live music in the Aintree Pavilion throughout the day, with a named artist act after racing
- Private toilet facilities for West Tip ticket holders only
Platinum Lounge Enclosure
- A birds-eye view directly above the Finishing Post, with an excellent vantage point to see The Grand National from a covered seating area
- Live music in the Aintree Pavilion throughout the day, with a named artist act after racing
- Viewing access of the Parade Ring and Winners’ Enclosure and access to the Red Rum Garden, with live entertainment throughout the day
Earl of Derby Terrace Enclosure
- Outdoor terrace area next to the horse walk with up close to the racing on the course and in particular The Grand National itself
- Viewing access of the Parade Ring and Winners’ Enclosure and access to the Red Rum Garden, with live entertainment throughout the day
- Live music in the Aintree Pavilion throughout the day, with a named artist act after racing
Princess Royal Seats and Gallery Enclosure
- Lounge with Champagne and seafood concessions, as well as a full bar and reserved seat with breath-taking views of the course and close to the Finishing Post
- Viewing access of the Parade Ring and Winners’ Enclosure and access to the Red Rum Garden, with live entertainment throughout the day
- Live music in the Aintree Pavilion throughout the day, with a named artist act after racing
- Complimentary racecard
Queen Mother Roof Enclosure
- Ideally located for a direct view of the Finishing Post with excellent vantage points over the Course
- Viewing access of the Parade Ring and Winners’ Enclosure and access to the Red Rum Garden, with live entertainment throughout the day
- Dedicated bar in an uncovered area
Queen Mother Seats Enclosure
- Partially covered seating area with enviable viewing of the Finishing Post
- Viewing access of the Parade Ring and Winners’ Enclosure and access to the Red Rum Garden, with live entertainment throughout the day
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Earl of Derby Lower Seats Enclosure
- Dedicated seat within an uncovered area and access to the Lower Saddle Bar
- Viewing access of the Parade Ring and Winners’ Enclosure and access to the Red Rum Garden, with live entertainment throughout the day
- Live music in the Aintree Pavilion throughout the day, with a named artist act after racing
Earl of Derby Upper Seats Enclosure
- Dedicated seat and access to the Upper Saddle Bar
- Highest vantage point to view the racing from
- Viewing access of the Parade Ring and Winners’ Enclosure and access to the Red Rum Garden, with live entertainment throughout the day
- Live music in the Aintree Pavilion throughout the day, with a named artist act after racing
Lord Sefton Terrace Enclosure
- Outdoor terrace area next to the horsewalk
- Close proximity to the wash-down area and the Course
- Viewing access of the Parade Ring and Winners’ Enclosure and access to the Red Rum Garden, with live entertainment throughout the day
- Live music in the Aintree Pavilion throughout the day, with a named artist act after racing
Lord Daresbury Roof Enclosure
- A birds-eye view directly above the Finishing Post, with an excellent vantage point to see The Grand National and an outdoor balcony area
- Viewing access of the Parade Ring and Winners’ Enclosure and access to the Red Rum Garden, with live entertainment throughout the day
- Live music in the Aintree Pavilion throughout the day, with a named artist act after racing
- Dedicated seat in an outdoor area next to the horsewalk with close proximity to the wash-down area and the course
- Access to the partially covered private Saddle Bar overlooking the Parade Ring and Winners’ Enclosure
- Viewing access of the Parade Ring and Winners’ Enclosure and access to the Red Rum Garden, with live entertainment throughout the day
- Live music in the Aintree Pavilion throughout the day, with a named artist act after racing
Lord Sefton Upper Seats Enclosure
- Dedicated seat in an outdoor area next to the horsewalk with close proximity to the wash-down area and the course
- Access to the partially covered private Saddle Bar overlooking the Parade Ring and Winners’ Enclosure
- Viewing access of the Parade Ring and Winners’ Enclosure and access to the Red Rum Garden, with live entertainment throughout the day
- Live music in the Aintree Pavilion throughout the day, with a named artist act after racing
