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The Grand National

Thursday 3rd - Saturday 5th April 2025

Book your Grand National experience with the racing experts and save money by booking your accommodation, transfers & official tickets/hospitality all in one place!

Overnight experiences from just £149 per person

Book with just a 10% deposit

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Grand National Experiences from £149pp

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Spa Chester

from £149 per person

Book with just a 10% deposit!

What's included:

- One or more nights accommodation

- Breakfast each morning

- Return racecourse transfers

- Ticket to day(s) of your choice​

Why stay here?

- Popular location in popular city of Chester​

- Short distance from many bars & restaurants

- On-site Spa offering signature treatments

- Free parking & return transfer included

Exclusive RacingBreaks.com inclusions:

- Free drink at the hotel

- Celebrity Online Preview!​​​

SAVE £10 per person with code NOV

Offer ends 30th Nov

Choose from a range of ticket/hospitality options, more information here

Maldron Hotel Liverpool

from £179 per person

Book with just a 10% deposit!

What's included:

- One or more nights accommodation

- Breakfast each morning

- Return racecourse transfers

- Ticket to day(s) of your choice​

Why stay here?

- Brand new hotel opened in June 2024​

- Stunning location overlooking Albert Dock

- Walking distance to many bars & restaurants

- Short walk from Liverpool train station

Exclusive RacingBreaks.com inclusions:

- Free drink at the hotel

- Celebrity Online Preview!​​​

SAVE £10 per person with code NOV

Offer ends 30th Nov

Choose from a range of ticket/hospitality options, more information here

Hotel Indigo Liverpool

from £199 per person

Book with just a 10% deposit!

What's included:

- One or more nights accommodation

- Breakfast each morning

- Return racecourse transfers

- Ticket to day(s) of your choice​

Why stay here?

- Boutique style hotel​

- Located in the heart of Liverpool

- Surrounded by bars & restaurants

- Short walk from Liverpool train station

Exclusive RacingBreaks.com inclusions:

- Free drink at the hotel

- Celebrity Online Preview!​​​

SAVE £10 per person with code NOV

Offer ends 30th Nov

Choose from a range of ticket/hospitality options, more information here

Delta Hotels Worsley Park Country Club

from £329 per person

Book with just a 10% deposit!

What's included:

- One or more nights accommodation

- Breakfast each morning

- Return racecourse transfers

- Ticket to day(s) of your choice​

Why stay here?

- Located within 200 acres of stunning scenery​

- On-site championship Golf Course

- On-site Spa offering treatments

- Free parking & return transfer included

Exclusive RacingBreaks.com inclusions:

- Free drink at the hotel

- Celebrity Online Preview!​​​

SAVE £10 per person with code NOV

Offer ends 30th Nov

Choose from a range of ticket/hospitality options, more information here

Why book with RacingBreaks.com?

- Book with just a 10% deposit!

- Flexible payment schedules

- Exclusive promotions

- Expert knowledge & advice

- Save money

Unsure which hotel is right for you?

Give one of our racing experts a call on

0800 193 6646 or make an enquiry below!​

Grand National Ticket Options

There are number of options racegoers at Aintree during the Grand National Festival weekend, including tickets to access terraces in front of the grandstands, roof tickets to gain a great vantage point of the action and seats to sit back, relax and enjoy! 

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Upgraded options often sell out quickly so we recommend choosing the right option for you at the time of booking so as not to be disappointed! 

 

 Our experiences include the Festival Zone as standard, but you can upgrade to any other option should you wish.

Festival Zone

Included as standard

What's included?

- Trackside Viewing

- Large variety of bars and food stalls

- Access to view the Parade Ring

- Live music & entertainment

- Great viewing of closing stages of each race

- Access to Red Rum Garden & Irish Bar

West Tip Seats

Upgrade from: Thurs £25.00 | Fri £35.00 | Sat £40.00

What's included?

- Reserved covered seat

- Views of home straight & final fences

- West Tip private bar & tattersalls facilities

- Live music & entertainment

- Great viewing of closing stages of each race

- Access to Red Rum Garden & Irish Bar

Earl of Derby Terrace

Upgrade from: Thurs £25.00 | Fri £35.00 | Sat £55.00

What's included?

- Outdoor terrace area next to horsewalk

- Up close to the racing on the course

- Access to private bar on the ground floor

- Access to view Parade Ring & Winners Enclosure

- Live music & entertainment

- Tote betting facilities & big screen viewing

Lord Sefton Terrace

Upgrade from: Thurs £25.00 | Fri £35.00 | Sat £55.00

What's included?

- Outdoor terrace area next to horsewalk

- Up close to the racing on the course

- Access to private bar on the ground floor

- Access to view Parade Ring & Winners Enclosure

- Live music & entertainment

- Tote betting facilities & big screen viewing

Princess Royal Roof

Upgrade from: Thurs £35.00 | Fri £60.00 | Sat £85.00

What's included?

- Outdoor terrace area next to horsewalk

- Up close to the racing on the course

- Access to private bar on the ground floor

- Access to view Parade Ring & Winners Enclosure

- Live music & entertainment

- Tote betting facilities & big screen viewing

Lord Daresbury Roof

Upgrade from: Thurs £35.00 | Fri £60.00 | Sat £85.00

What's included?

- Outdoor terrace area next to horsewalk

- Up close to the racing on the course

- Access to private bar on the ground floor

- Access to view Parade Ring & Winners Enclosure

- Live music & entertainment

- Tote betting facilities & big screen viewing

Queen Mother Roof

Upgrade from: Thurs £35.00 | Fri £95.00 | Sat £110.00

What's included?

- Outdoor terrace area next to horsewalk

- Up close to the racing on the course

- Access to private bar on the ground floor

- Access to view Parade Ring & Winners Enclosure

- Live music & entertainment

- Tote betting facilities & big screen viewing

Garden Club

Upgrade from: Thurs £55.00 | Fri £75.00 | Sat £80.00

What's included?

- Outdoor terrace area next to horsewalk

- Up close to the racing on the course

- Access to private bar on the ground floor

- Access to view Parade Ring & Winners Enclosure

- Live music & entertainment

- Tote betting facilities & big screen viewing

Earl of Derby Seats

Upgrade from: Thurs £70.00 | Fri £90.00 | Sat £120.00

What's included?

- Outdoor terrace area next to horsewalk

- Up close to the racing on the course

- Access to private bar on the ground floor

- Access to view Parade Ring & Winners Enclosure

- Live music & entertainment

- Tote betting facilities & big screen viewing

Lord Sefton Seats

Upgrade from: Thurs £70.00 | Fri £90.00 | Sat £120.00

What's included?

- Outdoor terrace area next to horsewalk

- Up close to the racing on the course

- Access to private bar on the ground floor

- Access to view Parade Ring & Winners Enclosure

- Live music & entertainment

- Tote betting facilities & big screen viewing

Queen Mother Seats

Upgrade from: Thurs £90.00 | Fri £120.00 | Sat £145.00

What's included?

- Outdoor terrace area next to horsewalk

- Up close to the racing on the course

- Access to private bar on the ground floor

- Access to view Parade Ring & Winners Enclosure

- Live music & entertainment

- Tote betting facilities & big screen viewing

Princess Royal Seats & Gallery

Upgrade from: Thurs £105.00 | Fri £120.00 | Sat £135.00

What's included?

- Outdoor terrace area next to horsewalk

- Up close to the racing on the course

- Access to private bar on the ground floor

- Access to view Parade Ring & Winners Enclosure

- Live music & entertainment

- Tote betting facilities & big screen viewing

Platinum Lounge Seats

Upgrade from: Thurs £105.00 | Fri £145.00 | Sat £155.00

What's included?

- Outdoor terrace area next to horsewalk

- Up close to the racing on the course

- Access to private bar on the ground floor

- Access to view Parade Ring & Winners Enclosure

- Live music & entertainment

- Tote betting facilities & big screen viewing

Unsure which option is right for you?

Speak to our racing experts on

0800 193 6646​

Grand National Hospitality

From the heart of Aintree Racecourse, to overlooking the winning line, Aintree have a variety of hospitality packages to choose from during the Grand National Festival. Secure your base for the day in one of it's restaurants or intimate private boxes. In the most stunning of locations, their hospitality teams ensure service of the highest standard to provide you with a fine dining experience.

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All hospitality bookings with RacingBreaks.com also include:

- Invite to Grand National Online Celebrity Preview

- £25 RacingBreaks.com Voucher

McCoys

from £210 per person

What's included:

- Welcome drink on arrival

- Breakfast roll

- Two course Street Food Dining Experience

- Informal seating for dining

- Private cashless bar

- Complimentary racecard per guest

- Admission badge to Earl of Derby Terrace for race viewing

- Invite to Celebrity online preview

- £25 RacingBreaks.com voucher

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Horse and Groom

from £420 per person

What's included:

- Horse & Jockey Premier Course Admission

- Balcony with views overlooking the Parade Ring and Winners Enclosure

- Lord Sefton grandstand reserved seating

- 3 course à la carte pub lunch

- Afternoon savoury snacks

- All Inclusive Bar including House Beer, Wine, Spirits & Softs

- Jockey Club Tipster & private tote betting

- Complimentary racecard

- Complimentary car parking (1 per 4 guests)

- Shared tables of 10

- Invite to Celebrity online preview

- £25 RacingBreaks.com voucher

Many Clouds

from £430 per person

What's included:

- Premier Course Admission

- Private balcony viewing of the Grand National start-line

- Morning Appetisers

- Three Course Chef's Table experience

- Sweet and Savoury Afternoon Tea

- Complimentary bar including beer, wine & soft drinks

- Cash bar for other drinks

- Entertainment before and after racing

- Complimentary racecard & private tote betting

- Complimentary car parking (1 per 4 guests)

- Invite to Celebrity online preview

- £25 RacingBreaks.com voucher

Golden Miller

from £440 per person

What's included:

- Premier Course Admission to Earl of Derby Grandstand

- Private Balcony overlooking World Famous Grand National Course

- Parade Ring Viewing Balcony

- 4 Course Meal served with selected wines

- Traditional Cream Tea

- Full Complimentary Bar including house beer, wine, spirits & softs

- Complimentary Racecard

- Complimentary Car Parking (1 per 4 guests)

- Private Tote Betting

- Shared Tables of 10 or 12

- Invite to Celebrity online preview

- £25 RacingBreaks.com voucher

Sunloch

from £485 per person

What's included:

- Premier Course Admission to Lord Sefton Grandstand

- Private Balcony overlooking World Famous Grand National Course

- Balcony overlooking the Pre Parade Ring & Winners Enclosure

- 4 Course Meal served with selected wines

- Traditional Cream Tea

- Full Complimentary Bar including beer, wine, spirits & softs

- Complimentary Racecard & Private Tote Betting

- Complimentary Car Parking (1 per 4 guests)

- Restaurant Entertainment

- Private tables for 4+. Shared tables for bookings of 2

- Invite to Celebrity online preview

- £25 RacingBreaks.com voucher

Papillon Restaurant

from £500 per person

What's included:

- Premier Course Admission to Earl of Derby Grandstand

- Private Balcony overlooking World Famous Grand National Course

 -Parade Ring Viewing Balcony

- Champagne Reception on Arrival

- Exquisite 4 Course À la Carte lunch

- Deluxe Afternoon Tea with liqueurs

- Full Complimentary Bar

- Jockey Club Tipster & Private Tote Betting

- Complimentary racecard & parking (1 per 4 guests)

- Shared Tables of 10 or 12

- Invite to Celebrity online preview

- £25 RacingBreaks.com voucher

Princess Royal Restaurant

from £580 per person

What's included:

- Premier Course Admission to Princess Royal Grandstand

- Panoramic Views overlooking World Famous Grand National Course

- Champagne Reception on arrival

- Exquisite 4 Course À la Carte lunch

- Deluxe Afternoon Tea with Liqueurs

- Full Complimentary Bar serving fine wines and liqueurs

- Jockey Club Tipster & Private Tote Betting

- Racecard

- VIP Car Parking & Chauffeur service (1 per 4 guests)

- Shared Tables of 10 or 12

- Invite to Celebrity online preview

- £25 RacingBreaks.com voucher

Tiger Roll

from £630 per person

What's included:

- Premier Course Admission

- 4 Course Meal

- Complimentary Bar (includes house beer, wine, spirits & softs)

- Traditional Cream Tea

- Complimentary Racecard

- Tote Betting Facility

- Complimentary Car Parking (1 per 4 guests)

- Shared Tables of 10 or 12

- Invite to Celebrity online preview

- £25 RacingBreaks.com voucher

Silver Birch

from £660 per person

What's included:

- Premier Course Admission

- Private balcony with views down the home straight

- Cocktail and Nibbles

- 4 Course Choice Menu

- Complimentary Bar (includes house beer, wines, spirits & softs)

- Traditional Afternoon Tea

- Live Music throughout the day & exclusive after party 

- Complimentary Racecard & Private Tote Betting

- Complimentary Car Parking (1 per 4 guests)

- Shared Tables of 10 or 12

- Invite to Celebrity online preview

- £25 RacingBreaks.com voucher

The Art School at Aintree

from £705 per person

What's included:

- Premier Course Admission

- Paul Askew's 6 course tasting menu including unique champagne afternoon tea

- Complimentary Champagne and Premium Wine Flight

- Complimentary Soft Drinks & Mineral Water

- Cash Bar for Alternative Drinks

- Access to Grandstand Roof for viewing of races

- Complimentary Racecard & Private Tote betting service

- Private Table

- Complimentary Car Parking available on request (1 per 4 guests)

- Invite to Celebrity online preview

- £25 RacingBreaks.com voucher

Why book with RacingBreaks.com?

- Official hospitality for the Grand National

- Best priced hospitality

- Quick & easy booking

- Option to add travel, accommodation & transfers

Did you know?

All hospitality options can be combined with travel, accommodation & transfers to make the perfect weekend experience!​

Grand National Racedays

The Grand National Festival is more than just the big race on Saturday afternoon. You can witness all 3 days of high quality national hunt jump racing with some of the sports biggest names running of the last time before the Summer. With four Grade 1 races on both Thursday and Friday no matter which day you attend you are such to witness top quality action!

Opening Day

Thursday 3rd April 2025

The opening day of the Grand National Festival plays host to no less than four Grade 1 races. Racegoers are treated to some of the best horses of the season with runners that took part at Cheltenham often returning for a final flourish before the summer.

Ladies Day

Friday 4th April 2025

Alongside another four Grade 1 races Friday play's host to Ladies Day. 

Renowned for its action on the course and entertainment and fashion off it. This is where big hats meet high heels. Where race lovers and fun lovers alike join for a day like no other.

Grand National Day

Saturday 5th April 2025

Grand National Day creates an atmosphere which can’t be replicated and experience that will never be forgotten. What lies at its heart is what’s captured the nation’s imagination for generations – that unparalleled blend of heroic effort and raw excitement!

Grand National Dress Code

There’s no official dress code at The Grand National.  Racegoers are encouraged to come dressed to feel your best! Aintree is a spectacle of colour for all three days of the festival, with many using their trip as an opportunity to showcase their favourite raceday looks.

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Fancy dress: avoid inappropriate or offensive outfits, as anything deemed vulgar or derogatory may be refused entry.

Sportswear: avoid wearing team colours/sports kits.

Grand National Schedule

Opening Day

11:00 Gates Open

13:45 First Race

17:15 Last Race

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Ladies Day

10:30 Gates Open

13:45 First Race

17:15 Last Race

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Grand National Day

10:00 Gates Open

13:20 First Race

16:00 The Grand National

17:35 Last Race

Reviews

"Booked the Grand National racing trip and everything was easy , hotel and transfers spot on all just flowed with ease and really enjoyed our trip"

Michelle

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