
144 people who stole the show at the Grand National 2026
The sun was shining for the last day of the 2025 festival at the world famous Aintree Racecourse
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The sun was shining for the last day of the 2025 festival at the world famous Aintree Racecourse

Antony Chaplain can count himself as one of the luckiest men in Aintree as he made it two in a row by backing another winner at the Grand National
Aintree racegoers were putting their best feet forward as the glamour of Ladies Day brought a splash of colour to the famous racecourse on Friday.
The 2026 Grand National will take place on Saturday, April 11, at Aintree. Here's where to watch the race live.

Full Grand National coverage from Aintree plus the latest from the racecourse - including arrivals, fashion and the best-dressed

Grand National Day is a rollercoaster of emotions and anyone can leave the racecourse with their name etched into Aintree history

The party continues at Aintree Ladies Day 2026

Stephanie and her husband Dan have been to Aintree races every year for the past decade

The rugby union legend spoke to the ECHO in an exclusive interview at Aintree Racecourse today

Joseph O'Brien's 11-year-old can win the Grade One feature on Grand National Day at Aintree while Panic Attack can win the the big one and Mr Hope Street, Scorpio Rising, Kaka's Cousin, Smile John Boy
Racehorse Gold Dancer has died after winning the Mildmay Novices' Chase at Aintree today.

Racehorse Gold Dancer has died after winning the Mildmay Novices' Chase

The ECHO was at racecourse as the Grand National kicked off in true Aintree style

Henry De Bromhead's eight-year-old Cheltenham Festival scorer can also land the Grade One feature on Ladies Day at Aintree while Gentleman De Mee, Sober Glory, Miami Magic, Wellington Arch, Johnny's J

Colin Lane and Andy Teebay have been covering the Grand National at Aintree for decades
Ahead of the return of one of the most iconic events in sport, we've prepared a guide for getting there and making the most of your time at Aintree.
Stagecoach has announced the return of the 922 shuttle, offering direct travel between Liverpool city centre and Aintree Racecourse for Grand National 2026.

A look at the I'm A Celebrity runner-up's life in the limelight as she celebrates her special milestone
Exciting news for all us racing fans here in Aintree! The Randox Grand National is just around the corner, and it sounds like a horse named Panic Attack is really fancied to do well at our very own course. We'll be keeping a close eye on the action!
Get ready, Aintree! The buzz is building as we get closer to the Grand National, our very own spectacular event. We've got all the essential details you need to know about the big day, including who's tipped to be the favourite this year!