Overview
- ⏱️4 hours 5 minutesApproximate duration
- 🏟️Medium sizedVenue capacity is 20,000
The Grand National Trial is a thrilling jump (National Hunt) racing meeting for thoroughbred horses held at Haydock Park Racecourse in Merseyside, UK.
The exciting single-day meeting is an action-packed day of racing as potential candidates for Aintree lay their Randox Grand National credentials on the line. Haydock Park can boast one of the few recognised Grand National Trials on offer each year and this race offers up a stern test of stamina. As you would expect for this time of year, spring contenders can be found throughout the card and the Grade 2 Rendlesham Hurdle regularly auditions some serious runners and riders for the following month’s Stayers’ Hurdle at the Cheltenham Festival.
Grand National Trial Day Tickets
At Haydock Park Racecourse there are several enclosures to choose from, along with a number of restaurant packages and private hospitality options which can be pre-booked. Enclosures have varying dress code restrictions, access levels, and ticket price brackets. Racegoers purchase a ticket for a full day of racing with access to one of the following:
- Premier Enclosure - on the Centenary Stand's top floor, the Premier Suite (Lounge) offers sophisticated surroundings, the exclusive ‘Harry’s Bistro’ Restaurant facility, a bar, betting areas, and a spacious viewing balcony overlooking the Winning Post
- County Enclosure - situated directly opposite the Winning Post with access to several suites and bars in the Centenary Stand, as well as viewing access to the Parade Ring and Winners' Enclosure
- Grandstand & Paddock - the largest of Haydock Park's enclosures, with access to the Makerfield grandstand and viewing access to the Parade Ring and Winners' Enclosure
Subject to availability and restrictions, tickets can be upgraded on the day.
