The Jockey Club RoR National Championships, Aintree Equestrian Centre

Free entry

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The vast majority of yards outside of the main training centres are free to attend. Please register to attend this yard.

Note that each person may only book 1 event.

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Sat 22nd Aug

2:30pm - 10pm

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Join Retraining of Racehorses for a free National Racehorse Week event at The Jockey Club RoR National Championships on Saturday 22 August.

Taking place at Aintree International Equestrian Centre, this special behind-the-scenes event will give visitors the chance to learn more about the lives of former racehorses after racing, meet some of the horses taking part, and discover more about the retraining process.

Facilities and access

Majority accessible for wheelchairs / mobility scooters
Toilet facilities
Drinking water
Parking available
Refreshments available (free)
There is parking available at the back of the grandstands near the parade ring, then it’s only a short walk to the meeting point
Guests should be comfortable standing and walking for the duration of the talk and guided tour.

vvine@ror.org.uk

Aintree International Equestrian Centre, Ormskirk Rd, Aintree, Liverpool, L9 5AS

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Guests will arrive from 2.30pm, before enjoying a talk at the stables from RoR’s Ali Dane on former racehorses, retraining, and the many different second careers these horses go on to enjoy. The visit will also include a guided tour of Aintree Racecourse, led by the racecourse historian. Visitors are then encouraged to stay for the evening performance, including the much-loved Always a Star Parade, which celebrates former racehorses who have excelled on the track, alongside the people who support them in their lives beyond racing. This event is free of charge as part of National Racehorse Week, but places are limited to 50 and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. Free tea and coffee will be available on arrival in the indoor arena, with additional food and beverage options available to purchase onsite.