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2012 John Smith's Grand National Day April 2012 Grand National Tickets and Badges

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The John Smith's Grand National is the climax of three of the most magical days of racing in the jumps season at Aintree Racecourse (followingLiverpool Day and Ladies' Day) and one of the highlights in the racing calendar. But the Grand National is more than just a horse racing; it's one of the UK's most iconic events, a race that stops the Nation and a sporting institution.

For one Saturday each April, Saturday 14th April, you're likely to find your neighbours in the local betting shop for a once-a-year flutter and sitting the family down at 4:15pm, where they will remain captive for the next 15 minutes with around 600 million others worldwide – but there's no better place to watch the race than from Aintree itself.

The John Smith's Grand National is a once-in-a-lifetime experience but is something you are likely to want to repeat year after year. In addition to the World's Greatest Steeple Chase, Grand National Day boasts the pomp and ceremony you'd expect for one of the UK's classic events - from our military band to the Parade of Returning Champions.

The John Smith's Grand National follows Liverpool Day on the 12th April and Ladies' Day on the 13th April which, together with the Grand National, provide 3 days of world class racing and entertainment.

Grand National Tickets and Badges: From 9am on Tuesday 2nd August, grandstand badges will be available to purchase as part of a season ticket or minimum of a 2-day badge by calling 0844 579 3001. Hospitality will also be available to purchase from this date by calling 0151 522 2911. By purchasing our Season Ticket, not only will you be one of the first to secure 3-day Grandstand badges of your choice, but you will be able to experience every raceday at Aintree in 2012 for an additional £60. All other badges, including Tattersalls Grand National tickets will be available to purchase online from 9am on Tuesday 16th August, and via the telephone on Wednesday 17th August from 9am.  Child tickets apply to some enclosures.  Where no child price is stated, children are charged at full price.  

Please view our  Aintree Facilities map to view the location of the enclosures below.

Hospitality

John Smith's Grand National Day - 14th April 2012 - Grand National Tickets and Badges
Enclosure Price    
Tattersalls Enclosure Adult
£46
Child
£20
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This popular enclosure is the largest and most atmospheric enclosure at Aintree throughout the three-day meeting, with access to view the Parade Ring and Winner's Enclosure and enjoy the colour and café style bars of the Red Rum lawn. Ticket holders also have access to the Irish Bar, live music in the Aintree Pavilion, tote betting, plus big screen viewing. The Aintree mound provides viewing of the closing stages of every race. 

Please note: A child is based on age 17 and under and must be accompanied by an adult.  For any Tattersalls child ticket, bookings must be made by telephone, please telephone 0844 579 3001.

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Steeplechase Enclosure Adult
£20
Child
Free
Buy Tickets

Open on John Smith's Grand National day only, this enclosure provides prime viewing of the first fences of the Grand National Course, unreserved seating and with a relaxed dress code, offers a unique outdoor Grand National experience. Although this area does not give access to the Parade Ring side of the racecourse, the Steeplechase Enclosure has an atmosphere all of its own. This area is inclusive of its own bars, catering, betting facilities, big screen viewing and live entertainment.

Please note: A child is based on age 17 and under and must be accompanied by an adult.  For any Tattersalls child ticket, bookings must be made by telephone, please telephone 0844 579 3001.

 

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Princess Royal Stand Roof Adult
£90
Next best available
Tattersalls Enclosure
Sold Out

A partially covered standing area with the Tommy Wallis Suite as its dedicated bar, this enclosure offers a unique vantage point over the racecourse, and an ideal spot for viewing the all important final closing moments of every race.  Grandstand badges at Aintree provide designated tote betting within each enclosure, big screen viewing and access to the Parade Ring and Winner's Enclosure. 

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County Stand Roof Adult
£90
Next best available
Tattersalls Enclosure
Sold Out

With a birds-eye view directly above the winning post, you can scrutinize who makes it first past the post before anyone else. This traditional uncovered area offers prime viewing, making this badge very popular with racegoers at Aintree.  Grandstand badges at Aintree provide designated tote betting within each enclosure, big screen viewing and access to the Parade Ring and Winner's Enclosure.

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Princess Royal Stand Seats Adult
£115
Next best available
Tattersalls Enclosure
Sold Out

Enhancements to Princess Royal Seats will make this enclosure one of the most sought after places on the racecourse for the Grand National meeting in 2012.  A newly extended and refurbished lounge with Champagne and Seafood concessions together with a full bar will make this an experience to remember.  Princess Royal seats offer close up views of the closing stages of every race from your own reserved seat.  The Princess Royal Champagne Bar will remain open for an additional hour at the end of the day leaving time to celebrate the day with friends.  Grandstand badges at Aintree provide designated tote betting within each enclosure, big screen viewing and access to the Parade Ring and Winner's Enclosure.  A complimentary racecard is provided as part of this seat package.

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The Platinum County Lounge Adult
£128
Next best available
Tattersalls Enclosure
Sold Out

Be part of Aintree's exclusive VIP grandstand enclosure. Enjoy a fully covered reserved seat overlooking the famous water jump and mingle with friends in this facility's own dedicated private lounge from where you can purchase sumptuous food and drinks on offer from our highbrow concessions.  The Platinum County Lounge also features its own private entrance and a complimentary racecard, along with two dedicated bars, open for an additional hour following the final race of the day, ensuring your day doesn't draw to a close too quickly. 

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Queen Mother Stand Seats Adult
£105
Next best available
Tattersalls Enclosure
Sold Out

Close to the Parade Ring and Winner's Enclosure and adjacent to the Red Rum Gaden, these seats are at the heart of the racing action, with the winner's post directly opposite and with the added luxury of covered seating, raceday hats are protected from the elements.  Grandstand badges at Aintree provide designated tote betting within each enclosure, big screen viewing and access to the Parade Ring and Winner's Enclosure.

Queen Mother Stand Seats are also available with Winner's Bar badges. Choose Winner's Bar to view this option.

 

 

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Winner's Bar (with Queen Mother Seats) Adult
£220
Next best available
Tattersalls Enclosure
Sold Out

Enjoy the surroundings our Aintree's famous and colourful Winner's Bar, formerly the Weighing Room with the walls covered with historical artefacts and tributes to Grand National legends.  Add this to a reserved Queen Mother Stand seat, delicious finger food and a complimentary racecard and you have all the ingredients for a perfect day at the Grand National meeting.  Grandstand badges at Aintree provide designated tote betting within each enclosure, big screen viewing and access to the Parade Ring and Winner's Enclosure.

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Earl of Derby Stand Seats Lower Adult
£110
Next best available
Tattersalls Enclosure
Sold Out

Our award-winning grandstands were designed to offer first-class viewing facilities for the 21st century spectator, and both stands fit the brief perfectly.  Each grandstand provides two levels of covered seating, higher than any other seated area at Aintree, hence providing breathtaking views over the famous course. Both levels permit access to private saddle bars overlooking the horse-walk and Parade Ring, ensuring a vantage point like no other.  Set at a unique angle, overlooking the Grand National start and finish, you're guaranteed you won't want to leave your seat all day.  Grandstand badges at Aintree provide designated tote betting within each enclosure, big screen viewing and access to the Parade Ring and Winner's Enclosure.

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Queen Mother Stand Roof Adult
£90
Next best available
Tattersalls Enclosure
Sold Out

Just yards past the Grand National finish line, this traditional uncovered area offers premium viewing along with a dedicated bar. It boasts an ideal location on the racecourse itself, close to the Parade Ring and Winner's Enclosure and not too far from the vibrant Red Rum Garden.  Grandstand badges at Aintree provide designated tote betting within each enclosure, big screen viewing and access to the Parade Ring and Winner's Enclosure.

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Earl of Derby Stand Seats Upper Adult
£115
Next best available
Tattersalls Enclosure
Sold Out

Our award-winning grandstands were designed to offer first-class viewing facilities for the 21st century spectator, and both stands fit the brief perfectly.  Each grandstand provides two levels of covered seating, higher than any other seated area at Aintree, hence providing breathtaking views over the famous course. Both levels permit access to private saddle bars overlooking the horse-walk and Parade Ring, ensuring a vantage point like no other.  Set at a unique angle, overlooking the Grand National start and finish, you're guaranteed you won't want to leave your seat all day.  Grandstand badges at Aintree provide designated tote betting within each enclosure, big screen viewing and access to the Parade Ring and Winner's Enclosure.

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Earl of Derby Stand Terraces Adult
£83
Next best available
Tattersalls Enclosure
Sold Out

Aintree's newest grandstands offer terraces closer to the action than anywhere else on the racecourse. Located either side of the horse walk, witness the colourful preparations of horses and jockeys at the Grand National start line, and be one of the first to cheer a winner on its way back to the Winner's Enclosure.   Grandstand badges at Aintree provide designated tote betting within each enclosure, big screen viewing and access to the Parade Ring and Winner's Enclosure.

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Lord Sefton Stand Seats Lower Adult
£110
Next best available
Tattersalls Enclosure
Sold Out

Our award-winning grandstands were designed to offer first-class viewing facilities for the 21st century spectator, and both stands fit the brief perfectly.  Each grandstand provides two levels of covered seating, higher than any other seated area at Aintree, hence providing breathtaking views over the famous course. Both levels permit access to private saddle bars overlooking the horse-walk and Parade Ring, ensuring a vantage point like no other.  Set at a unique angle, overlooking the Grand National start and finish, you're guaranteed you won't want to leave your seat all day.  Grandstand badges at Aintree provide designated tote betting within each enclosure, big screen viewing and access to the Parade Ring and Winner's Enclosure.

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Lord Sefton Stand Seats Upper Adult
£115
Next best available
Tattersalls Enclosure
Sold Out

Our award-winning grandstands were designed to offer first-class viewing facilities for the 21st century spectator, and both stands fit the brief perfectly.  Each grandstand provides two levels of covered seating, higher than any other seated area at Aintree, hence providing breathtaking views over the famous course. Both levels permit access to private saddle bars overlooking the horse-walk and Parade Ring, ensuring a vantage point like no other.  Set at a unique angle, overlooking the Grand National start and finish, you're guaranteed you won't want to leave your seat all day.  Grandstand badges at Aintree provide designated tote betting within each enclosure, big screen viewing and access to the Parade Ring and Winner's Enclosure.

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Lord Sefton Stand Terraces Adult
£83
Next best available
Tattersalls Enclosure
Sold Out

Aintree's newest grandstands offer terraces closer to the action than anywhere else on the racecourse. Located either side of the horse walk, witness the colourful preparations of horses and jockeys at the Grand National start line, and be one of the first to cheer a winner on its way back to the Winner's Enclosure.   Grandstand badges at Aintree provide designated tote betting within each enclosure, big screen viewing and access to the Parade Ring and Winner's Enclosure.

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West Tip Seats Adult
£67
Next best available
Tattersalls Enclosure
Sold Out

Offering the excitement of the Tattersalls Enclosure, these covered seats offer great views up the home straight and of the final few fences of the course. Enjoy the private bar for West Tip Seats holders and then explore the rest of the Tattersalls Enclosure at your leisure. These seats are always in great demand, so book early.

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Winner's Bar (with Queen Mother Roof Badge) Adult
£215
Next best available
Tattersalls Enclosure
Sold Out

Enjoy the surroundings our Aintree's famous and colourful Winner's Bar, formerly the Weighing Room with the walls covered with historical artefacts and tributes to Grand National legends.  Add this to a Queen Mother Stand Roof Badge for viewing the racing, delicious finger food and a complimentary racecard and you have all the ingredients for a perfect day at the Grand National meeting.  Grandstand badges at Aintree provide designated tote betting within each enclosure, big screen viewing and viewing of the Parade Ring and Winner's Enclosure.
 

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