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  GENUKI: Aintree, Lancashire genealogy
AINTREE, a township in Sephton parish, Lancashire; on the Alt river and the Leeds canal, 6 miles NNE of Liverpool.
In 1835 Aintree was a township in the parish of Sefton.
For probate purposes prior to 1858, Aintree was in the Archdeaconry of Chester, in the Diocese of Chester.
www.genuki.org.uk /big/eng/LAN/Aintree/index.html   (285 words)

  
 Aintree Grand National 2005 News
Aintree legend Ginger McCain is confident age will prove no barrier to success when Amberleigh House bids to become only the third 'teenager' in history to win the world's most famous jumps race next April.
Aintree Racecourse announced today that the prize fund for the John Smith's Grand National, to be run on Saturday 9th April 2005, will be £700,000 (over 1,000,000 (Euros)), an increase of £100,000 (16.6%) from the 2004 race.
Aintree Racecourse announced today that the UK's number 1 selling ale, John Smith's, is to sponsor the Grand National meeting in a new three-year multi-million pound title sponsorship agreement.
www.racingbetter.co.uk /races_2005/aintree/racing_news.html   (1036 words)

  
 All Formula One Info - Aintree Circuit   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Aintree circuit is commonly known as Grand National where traditional Liverpool steeplechase is held.
Aintree brought success to many drivers - on this track Stirling Moss won his first Grand Prix and Jim Clark got his first out of four successive British GPs.
Aintree circuit belongs to the category of "slow" tracks - average speeds don't exceed 150 km per hour.
www.allf1.info /tracks/aintree.php   (178 words)

  
 RTÉ.ie Sport - Experts defend Aintree decision
Only four horses completed the famous race to leave critics questioning the decision by the Aintree authorities to go ahead with the event despite the terrible rain and poor conditions underfoot.
While the winner, Red Marauder, was basking in the attention of the world's media at his Durham stable the rest of the racing industry are still coming to terms with a race which has been labelled a farce, lottery and shambles.
He insisted: "The decision as to whether to race at Aintree was the responsibility of the very experienced local stewards who clearly considered that it was safe for the whole programme to proceed.
www.rte.ie /sport/2001/0409/aintree.html   (375 words)

  
 Aintree - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Aintree is a village and parish in Sefton, Merseyside.
The main road from Liverpool to Aintree is the A59 (known as Ormskirk road as it passes through Aintree).
It was in the past also served by Aintree Central railway station on the North Liverpool Extension Line, located behind Aintree railway station.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Aintree   (457 words)

  
 The Motorway Archive. M58 Aintree to M6 Motorway   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Referred to as Route 225 in the Road Plan, the scheme was the subject of preliminary design, to the extent that, in the construction of the M61 in the late 60's, the Ministry of Transport agreed to the inclusion of a bridge under the motorway at Westhoughton, to allow for a future interchange.
Westwards, it was considered that the route should be extended through to Aintree, to a junction with the Liverpool-Preston Trunk Road A59 and the proposed Liverpool Outer Ring Road.
At Aintree, part of the Maghull Interchange, as it was known, had already been constructed to connect the Liverpool Outer Ring Road M57, with the A59.
www.iht.org /motorway/m58aintreem6.htm   (1718 words)

  
 Aintree Village Parish Council: The Parish Council
Aintree won an appeal against this decision and held their election on 7th February 1895.
Aintree Village is often confused with other areas including those known as Walton Vale and Hartley’s Village, which are 2 miles away and are governed by Liverpool City Council.
Aintree Village was first documented as ‘Ayntre’ in a charter of Cockersand Abbey written about 1200 AD.
aintreevpc.merseyside.org /council/council.html   (536 words)

  
 Aintree Village Parish Council: Local History
More information on the history of Aintree can be found in the book 'Aintree Past and Present', for details on how to obtain a copy of the book click here.
At the time Aintree was mainly moss land; so perhaps the appropriate theory is that the tree was planted by the Saxons to establish the centre of their new village.
In 1296 Willaim de Aintree's possession was 5 1/4 oxgangs of land (221 acres) and 1/4 of the Mill.
aintreevpc.merseyside.org /history/history.html   (977 words)

  
 Aintree Racecourse, Home of the JOHN SMITH'S Grand National
Aintree Racecourse and building contractors, Laing O'Rourke reached an important milestone this week by completing the structural frames of Aintree's new grandstands, the Lord Sefton and Earl of Derby Stands.
Aintree Racecourse and John Smith's have teamed up with Grand National winning jockey, Niall Madden to deliver an innovative new sponsorship and further develop their links in the racing industry with the John Smith's Grand National meeting.
Aintree Racecourse today announced that its two new grandstands, which will form part of Aintree's current redevelopment, will be named The Earl of Derby Stand and The Lord Sefton Stand.
www.aintree.co.uk   (354 words)

  
 Aintree Farm Stables :: About Us   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Aintree Farm Stables is owned and operated by Dave and Dee Pellegrini.
Aintree offers both group and private lessons by appointment for those who own or lease their own horse or pony.
Aintree Farm students compete in horse shows at Aintree, "Alderwood" fun shows at the Germantown Charity, and the local 'A' shows.
www.springmillfarm.com /aintree/index.php   (126 words)

  
 channel4.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Home to the "World's Greatest Steeplechase", Aintree stages the Grand National in April as the highlight of a top class three-day meeting.
That said, getting a good look at the big fences is well worth it if you can spare the time and those that wish to carry on their lively on-course atmosphere should have no hesitation in repairing to the city centre.
By Road: Aintree Racecourse is located on the A59, just one mile from the junction of the M57 and M58, which link to the M62 and M6.
www.channel4.com /sport/microsites/R/racing/race_courses/aintree.html   (293 words)

  
 Grand National Official Horseracing VIP Hospitality Aintree - Corporate Entertainment Company Horse Racing
Grand National Aintree, at Aintree Racecourse, is one of the horse racing hospitality highlights of the summer season, with marvelous views of the Sussex countryside.
Grand National Aintree corporate hospitality is best enjoyed when experienced in the luxurious surroundings of marquees past the Winning Post or the Charlton Hunt Restaurant, which enjoys superb views of the racecourse.
Aintree Racecourse is the home of the world's most celebrated, most talked about, most magical race, the Martell Cognac Grand National.
www.corporateentertainmentco.co.uk /hospitality/horse_racing/grand_national/index.html   (643 words)

  
 Aintree Racecourse - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Aintree Racecourse is a British horse racing venue in Aintree, Liverpool, on Merseyside.
Aintree has also been used as a venue for motor racing.
Aintree was the location for the famous race in 1955 in which Stirling Moss won his first British Grand Prix, driving a Mercedes.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Aintree_Racecourse   (619 words)

  
 The Racecourse Association - Britains Courses
Aintree, home of the John Smith's Grand National, is arguably the most famous racecourse in the world.
The last 10 years have seen £13m invested into building two new grandstands at Aintree and it now offers first class facilities and an unrivalled friendly approach to customer care.
Aintree is on the A59, just 6 miles from Liverpool City Centre.
www.britishracecourses.org /course_view.php?id=1   (206 words)

  
 Aintree track info   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
The track was flat and artificial, roughly triangular with two reasonable straights, an infield loop and temporary pits.
In the first of five British GPs run at Aintree, Stirling Moss headed a Mercedes 1-2-3-4 in 1955 and also took over Brooks' Vanwall to win in 1957 - the first all British win in a world championship Grand Prix.
The last GP at Aintree was run in 1962 and by 1964 the circuit seemed lost.
www.silhouet.com /motorsport/tracks/aintree.html   (152 words)

  
 Aintree Racecourse, Home of the JOHN SMITH'S Grand National - How to get to Aintree
Aintree Racecourse is located on the A59, just one mile from the M57 and M58, which link the M62 and M6.
The nearest mainline station to Aintree is Liverpool Lime Street.
Liverpool John Lennon Airport is the nearest airport to the racecourse and is a 20 minute drive by road.
www.aintree.co.uk /racecourse/directions.html   (195 words)

  
 Aintree Racecourse - Online Horse Racing Guide to Aintree Races
Here we provide you with a guide to Aintree Racecourse and all of the big races that take place at the track each year.
Aintree Racecourse is home to the biggest horse race of the year The Grand National.
Aintree is situated in Liverpool and has two left handed courses.
www.bettingkingdom.co.uk /racecourses/aintree.html   (268 words)

  
 Aintree Guest House
Aintree House is a lovely Victorian property approximately 40 metres from the seafront and promenade.
Nearby are the South Downs and local golf courses which are around a 5-10 minute drive.
Aintree House is a quiet, family run guest house which has recently been renovated and offers a very high standard of accommodation, opening all year round.
www.aintreeguesthouse.co.uk   (82 words)

  
 RTÉ.ie Sport - Major redevelopment for Aintree
Aintree have announced major plans for a £30million redevelopment which will include new grandstands, a parade ring and winner's enclosure for the home of the Grand National.
A planning application was submitted to Sefton Council last week and it is hoped construction work can start straight after next year's National meeting.
The redevelopment will be paid for from Aintree's own resources as well as with money from the Levy Board and European and regional funding.
www.rte.ie /sport/2004/0510/aintree.html   (135 words)

  
 Grand National World : History
The next part of the tour was the part that I, as a regular visitor to Aintree on race days found the most interesting.
The cost of this was £7 per person when I last visited in July 2001 and although I found that the Aintree staff will try and accommodate anybody who turns up at the course they do advise that you book or at least warn them in advance of your going to the course.
Jane is the Curator/Researcher, Aintree for the Grand National Experience at Aintree Racecourse and is an Aintree historian.
www.grand-national-world.co.uk /gnw/aintree/experience_3.html   (482 words)

  
 Aintree Sprint Circuit
Aintree is an excellent, fast sprint course on the outskirts of Liverpool.
In the '50's and early '60s it was a Grand Prix course, though we only use part of it now.
There is also an alternative description by Steve Liptrott of how to get around this place somewhat quicker published in Speedscene, the HSA magazine.
members.tripod.com /sprints/aintree.htm   (948 words)

  
 Aintree Racecourse Information Travel Fixtures And Facilities   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Aintree is home to one of the most talked about, most celebrated and most magical races in the world – the Martell Cognac Grand National.
It is a short walk from here to Liverpool Central where you can catch special race trains to Aintree.
Viewing of the course is generally via the large Aintree Mound which is open air and has views of the race action down the home straight.
www.napit.co.uk /viewus/infobank/rcinformation/ukrcourses/aintree.php   (957 words)

  
 AINTREE ESTATE AGENTS - Property and houses for sale or rent in Aintree and surrounding area.   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
AINTREE ESTATE AGENTS - Property and houses for sale or rent in Aintree and surrounding area.
Let a good number of agents in Aintree know your needs - our 'one e-mail to all Aintree Estate Agents' button at the top of the homepage is ideal for this.
Standard lending ratios are usually three times the principal earner's gross income plus one times the second, or two and a half times joint gross income.
www.aintree-estateagents.co.uk   (1212 words)

  
 liverpoolrenalunit.nhs.uk |
Aintree renal unit website is for information about renal unit at University Hospital Aintree.
Aintree renal unit caters for a population catchment area of approx.
Aintree renal unit provides outpatient and inpatient nephrology (renal) services to University Hospital Aintree and Southport and Ormskirk Hospital NHS Trusts.
www.aintreerenalunit.nhs.uk   (857 words)

  
 BBC - Liverpool - Grand National - Aintree Ladies Day
It is almost as if half of Liverpool has been waiting all year for the chance to dress up and party.
The look is high summer glamour – not for the faint hearted given the chilly crosswinds that tend to sweep across the course in April.
Aintree has seized on the marketing possibilities of the day, and stages an annual 'Looking Good' fashion contest.
www.bbc.co.uk /liverpool/content/articles/2005/03/09/aintree_ladies_day05_feature.shtml   (255 words)

  
 Aintree Circuit Club Homepage
Aintree also hosted 11 other International Formula 1 Events including the famous "Aintree 200".
The Aintree Circuit is located 6miles (10Km) North East of Liverpool City Centre, close to the M57 and M58 Motorways.
All contractual arrangements relating to the use of the Circuit by individual motoring organisations are with the Aintree Racecourse Company Limited.
www.aintree.org.uk   (535 words)

  
 LondonTown.com | Aintree Avenue Guide | Aintree Avenue London, E6, England, UK | London Streets by Street
Aintree Avenue is located in the borough of Newham
The nearest underground station to Aintree Avenue is 'East Ham ' which is about 15 minutes to the North East.
Serves an array of thin crust and deep pan American style pizzas, as well as pasta dishes and salads.
www.londontown.com /LondonStreets/aintree_avenue_f47.html   (113 words)

  
 Racing Fixtures: Aintree
Aintree is home to one of the most talked about, most celebrated and most magical races in the world – the John Smith's Grand National.
First run in 1839, the National was won impressively by Hedgehunter in 2005.
Aintree is available for meetings, weddings, conferences etc. Please contact the event management team for further information (Tel: 0151 522 2922).
www.racingfixtures.co.uk /courses/aintree.php   (1241 words)

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