The most-valuable equestrian race in Europe – the prize pot is worth a total of £1 million – the annual event is watched by a staggering 500 to 600 million people in over 140 countries every year. Known as a famously difficult and arduous course that has been described as, ‘the ultimate test of a horse’s courage’, it remains a highly impressive feat amongst equestrians and watchers.
The Grand National was founded by hotelier William Lynn in 1839, after he leased the land from William…

