Aintree Collection

The 2010 Grand National
Horse Racing - Grand National Meeting - Day Three, Aintree The field of the 2010 John Smiths Grand National clears The Chair

Bechers Ghost - the Grand National
The ghost of Captain Becher watches as horses and jockeys jump over Bechers Brook during the Grand National at Aintree. 1930

Some Grand National
A number of jockeys who were expected to ride in the 1938 Grand National Steeplechase at Aintree " walking the plank" at the famous Bechers Brook

Grand National Waterjump
Horses and riders leap over the water jump on the Grand National course at Aintree in 1897. The winner, Manifesto is seen in the lead

Tony McCoy wins the 2010 Grand National
Horse Racing - Grand National Meeting - Day Three, Aintree A P McCoy celebrates his first John Smiths Grand National win on Don t Push It

Red Rum with trainer Ginger McCain 1990
Red Rum with trainer Ginger McCain in Southport 1990

Jockey, Fred Winter, with racehorse Sundew after winning the 1957 Grand National

Shaun Golin passes the finishing post to wing the 1930 Grand National. 29th March 1930

Teal (Jockey in spotted shirt) and Legal joy take the last fence in the 1952 Grand National. Teal went on to win the race with Legal Joy coming in second. 5th April 1952

Grittar ridden by Dick Saunders on the run in at Aintree to become the winner of the 1982 Grand National. April 1982

Father O Flynn winning Grand National
Father O Flynn (the name of the horse) winning the Grand National at Aintree, at 20-1 ridden by Captain Roddy Owen. 1892

Formula One World Championship: Bruce McLaren Cooper T60 finished third
Bruce McLaren (NZL) Cooper T60 finished third. British Grand Prix, Aintree, 21 July 1962

Quare Times seen here winning the 1955 Grand National 28th March 1955

Mister Frisk ridden by Marcus Armytage seen here before the start of the 1990 Grand National. 7th April 1990

Famous racehorse Golden Miller with owner Dorothy Paget after winning the 1934 Grand National at Aintree. March 1934

Grittar ridden by Dick Saunders on the run in at Aintree to become the winner of the 1982 Grand National. April 1982

Early Mist takes the last fence many lengths ahead of Mont Tremblant. The Irish-trained horse " Early Mist" won the 1953 Grand National

The Grand Idea, by H. M. Bateman
A humorous illustration showing the commotion caused by a jockey jumping through a hedge at Aintree rather than over it. Bateman (1887-1970)

Connaught B-Alta of Ken McAlpine, British Grand Prix, Aintree, Merseyside, 1955. McAlpine retired from the race after 30 laps due to oil pressure

Stirling Moss winning 1957 British Grand Prix at Aintree in the Vanwall. Creator: Unknown
Stirling Moss winning 1957 British Grand Prix at Aintree in the Vanwall

Edward VII at Aintree
The King, Edward VII, in the paddock at Aintree Racecourse for the 1905 Grand National. A horse and jockey are led past the crowd

No46 Aldaniti with Bob Champion jumps the last fence to win the 1981 Grand National at Aintree 6th April 1981 Owners Nick Embiricos (Althea Gifford)

Gypsies and their caravans on Epsom Downs awaiting arrival of the Derby

Racehorse St Paddy ridden by Lester Piggott being led into the winner's enclosure after winning the 1960 Epsom Derby

Captain H Allison starts the 1932 Derby Horse Race

Bunny Girls at the 1978 Epsom Derby

Prince Monolulu - a famous tipster at the 1939 Derby
Crystal Gazers and fortune Telling tipsters trying to find the winners on Epsom Downs

Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother, Princess Margaret and the Earl of Rosebery, one of the Jockey Club stewards, walk to the paddock before the start of the Derby 1956

Pearly Kings and Queens in a horse and cart in Morden on way to the Epsom Derby 1935

Queen Elizabeth II arrives for The Derby 1994
Queen Elizabeth II arrives for The Derby

Horses in action at Tattenham Corner, during 1990 Epsom Derby

Relko in action at the Epsom Derby 1963

Epsom Derby 1961 from the Ferris wheel. Horses round Tattenham Corner

The Derby 1947. The first Derby ever to be run on a Saturday at Epsom

The Derby - 1983 - A spectator climbs to get a better view

Lester Piggott on Never Say Die wins the Derby 1954
The finish of the Derby, showing Lester Piggott on Racehorse 'Never Say Die' (left) winning from Arabian Night and Darius

Formula One World Championship
Stirling Moss (GBR) Rob Walker Lotus 18/21 ran second in the wet conditions but retired on lap 44 with a broken brake pipe

Formula One World Championship
John Surtees (GBR) Lola Mk4, who finished second, uses all the road and more. British Grand Prix, Aintree, 21 July 1962

Formula One World Championship
Race winner Jim Clark (GBR) Lotus 25. British Grand Prix, Aintree, 21 July 1962

Formula One World Championship
Jim Clark (GBR) Lotus Climax 25b, crashed out of the race on lap 48. Aintree 200, Aintree, England, 18 April 1964

Horses clear the Chair jump on the second day at Aintree 2023. Rider Kevin Brogan fleetingly leaves his horse Phoenix Way

Rachael Blackmore wins the Grand National on Minella Times

1960 Grand National at Aintree, the scene at Bechers Brook

Why the long face? Red Rum with Ginger McCain
Red Rum pictured with his trainer Don Ginger McCain. The pair are pictured with a birthday cake on the eve of Red Rum's 21st birthday in 1985

InspectingBecher'sBrookon the Grand National course, Aintree 1967
Major Gilbert Cotton (2nd right), inspector of the course, with head bailiff James Cunningham and Mr Bidwell-Topham inspectingBecher'sBrookon the Grand National course, Aintree

Bob Champion, relaxes after winning the 1981 Grand National on Aldaniti

1928 Grand National racehorse Tipperary Tim being led in after his 100 to 1 victory

A horse walking back to the stables after failing to jump a fence on day 1 of the Grand National festival 2023 The view
A horse walking back to the stables after failing to jump a fence on day 1 of the Grand National festival 2023

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"Aintree: A Legendary Racecourse and its Iconic Moments" Aintree, a name that resonates with the thrill of horse racing and the glory of triumphs. Known for hosting one of the most prestigious events in equestrian sport, The Grand National, this historic racecourse has witnessed countless tales of courage, skill, and determination. In 2010, amidst thunderous cheers from the crowd, The Grand National unfolded its drama on Aintree's hallowed grounds. Jockeys battled fiercely as they navigated through treacherous obstacles like Bechers Ghost and the daunting Grand National Waterjump. It was Tony McCoy who emerged victorious that day, etching his name into history alongside other legendary winners. But Aintree's legacy extends beyond just horse racing. In 1957, motorsport enthusiasts witnessed Stirling Moss conquer the British Grand Prix at this very venue in his Vanwall car - an achievement forever immortalized by an unknown creator capturing that moment. Artistic brilliance also found its place at Aintree when H. M Bateman unveiled "The Grand Idea, " a captivating depiction of the racecourse's grandeur. And it wasn't just humans who reveled in victory here; Father O Flynn galloped to triumph in another edition of the awe-inspiring Grand National. Looking back further into time reveals Shaun Golin crossing the finishing post to claim victory during the 1930 Grand National - a remarkable feat celebrated on March 29th that year. Decades later came Grittar ridden by Dick Saunders; their partnership led them to become champions in 1982 after conquering every challenge thrown their way. Even Formula One had its share of memorable moments at Aintree. Ken McAlpine's Connaught B-Alta roared across these tracks during the British Grand Prix in 1955 - showcasing speed and precision synonymous with this iconic event. And not even royalty could resist being captivated by Aintree's allure.