Horse Racing
The Grand National at Aintree Racecourse is the most famous and most watched horse race in the world. Run over four miles and 514 yards with 30 fences — including the legendary Becher's Brook and The Chair — it is a race that combines the danger and drama of steeplechasing with a national significance that few sporting events can match.
Approximately 600 million people watch the Grand National worldwide, making it one of the most watched sporting events on the global calendar. For guests attending the race in person — particularly in VIP hospitality — the atmosphere on Grand National Day at Aintree is among the most intense in British sport.
Aintree offers a range of VIP hospitality for the Grand National meeting, which runs across three days (Thursday, Friday and Saturday):
County Stand Hospitality — the premium Aintree hospitality offering, providing excellent views of the parade ring and the start of the Grand National course, with high-quality catering in a dedicated hospitality area.
Parade Ring Bar — access to the dedicated Parade Ring Bar hospitality area, offering excellent views of the pre-race parade and competitive pricing relative to the County Stand premium.
Private Box Hire — Aintree's private boxes provide the most exclusive Grand National experience, with unobstructed views of the course and dedicated exclusive catering.
Grand National Saturday packages: from £300–£800+ per person
Thursday (Ladies' Day) packages: from £200–£500 per person
Friday packages: from £180–£450 per person
Key planning considerations for a Grand National VIP day:
Travel: Aintree Racecourse is in north Liverpool, easily accessible by rail (Aintree station is directly adjacent to the course) or road. Special race trains and additional services run from Liverpool Lime Street. If driving, book parking in advance — racecourse parking sells out.
Dress code: Grand National hospitality areas have a smart/smart casual dress code. The Grand National is a dressed occasion — suits, morning wear or smart casual for men; dresses, suits or smart separates for women.
Timing: Grand National Day is a long day — racing begins mid-afternoon and the big race itself is typically scheduled for 5:15pm (UK time). VIP hospitality typically opens late morning for lunch, with racing beginning early afternoon. Plan for a full day and a post-race celebration.
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