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Grand National Thursday

Thursday 13 April
Ormskirk Rd, Liverpool, L9 5AS
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Grand National Thursday is the curtain raiser for the greatest show on earth.

This is a day that offers a feast of world class racing and unforgettable memories.

Simply breathtaking, Grand National Thursday will set the stage for three days of incredible action and entertainment. 2023 is sure to be a spectacular display of sporting endeavour, as the world’s best runners and riders reconvene for one of the most challenging and thrilling events in the sporting calendar.

For more information, click here.

 

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Aintree station is directly opposite Aintree racecourse.

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