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Your ultimate hub for everything Randox Grand National Festival 2026. Stay ahead with the latest entertainment announcements, racing news, and exclusive hospitality updates.
The 2026 Randox Grand National entries are revealed, and excitement is building as legends and challengers line up for Grand National glory. Keep reading to hear the stories behind this year’s entries and who could shine.
Champions eye the crown
Nick Rockett is aiming for another crack at glory, but I Am Maximus, 2024 winner and 2025 runner-up, is back to challenge him, and he’s not making it easy!
William Hill spokesperson Lee Phelps said: “With 49 Irish-trained horses among the entries and plenty of strong staying types at bigger prices, it’s shaping up to be a fascinating and wide-open renewal from a betting perspective.”
Iroko tops the odds
William Hill have revealed that the Oliver Greenall and Josh Guerriero-trained Iroko is their biggest ante-post liability for the 2026 Randox Grand National after finishing fourth last year, heading the market at 7/1.
Spokesperson Lee Phelps said: “Iroko is very much the horse punters want to be with at this stage and he’s comfortably our biggest ante-post liability… support has been eye-catchingly strong, which is why he heads the market and would be by far our worst result.”
The William Hill ‘Half a Mill’ Challenge
Several runners, including L’homme Presse, Mr Vango, Top of The Bill, Monbeg Genius, Myretown, and Deafening Silence, but have also been revealed as entries for the Randox Grand National at Aintree but are also competing in this Saturday’s William Hill Grand National Trial at Haydock Park.
Why it matters: The William Hill ‘Half a Mill’ bonus goes to any horse that wins both the Trial and the Grand National, doubling potential prize money to £1 million.
Saturday’s performances could be the first signs of a future Grand National legend.
Holland Cooper has long been synonymous with race day elegance, where timeless British tailoring meets modern sophistication. Our signature tailoring is proudly British-made, designed with a confident yet understated approach to occasion dressing.
Defined by refined silhouettes, elevated fabrics and impeccable attention to detail, each piece is designed to flatter and endure. From elegantly tailored dresses created for race day moments, to iconic blazers and polished outerwear, Holland Cooper offers considered dressing that feels effortless, confident and refined.
Timeless, feminine and designed to carry you seamlessly from trackside to celebration, and beyond.
Watch below for just a taste of the unforgettable moments ahead.
Introducing your first look at the food of Longma!
Bold Pan-Asian flavours, dramatic presentation, and dishes crafted with precision and flair.
The table is set so book your seat.
This Valentine’s Day, go beyond the usual gifts and give something truly meaningful — the gift of health.
Whether it’s for a partner, spouse, or someone you care about, a Randox Health Gift Card offers a thoughtful way to show love, care, and consideration for their long-term wellbeing.
2026 marks 20 years since Numbersixvalverde’s iconic Randox Grand National win. To celebrate, we’re introducing Numbersixvalverde, a brand-new Aintree hospitality experience.
Enjoy fine dining, impeccable service, and stunning views of the racecourse in an exclusive setting. For racing fans who love unforgettable experiences, this is your moment. Be among the first to secure your place at the heart of the action.
We love hearing your all-time favourite Grand National memories.
Now, you can share them with us and they could be featured in our next Grand Guide.
The Randox Grand National has once again cemented its place as one of the UK’s most iconic sporting occasions, with the 2025 festival named a finalist for Best Sports Event of the Year at the Sports Business Awards. Adding to the celebration, its legendary home, Aintree Racecourse, has also been shortlisted for Outstanding Sports Venue Experience.
Winners will be announced in November 2025, but reaching the finals is already a powerful recognition of the racecourse's impact, passion, and commitment to creating unforgettable sporting moments.
The Style Awards in partnership with Debenhams are turning up the glamour for 2026 with the launch of a brand new category: Best Hat.
Created to honour the bold, unforgettable, and show-stopping headpieces that define Ladies Day at Aintree, the new award celebrates the creativity that makes the day unlike any other in the racing calendar.
To mark the occasion, Debenhams Ambassador and world-renowned milliner Lisa Tan will join the 2026 judging panel, bringing her exceptional eye for race-day style.
Our chefs our hard at work creating the perfect menu for our restaurants this year. Have a sneak peak at just some of the options that could be plated up this year. (Currently working from the train so will upload the video when I have better wifi)
Plus, for the first time ever Many Clouds will open its doors for Ladies Day. This contemporary dining experience is the perfect way to appreciate world class racing and entertainment. Usually reserved for Randox Grand National Day, the restaurant will now extend it's offering to Ladies Day, giving Friday guests the opportunity to experience Ladies Day in true glamour and style
2026 marks 20 years since Numbersixvalverde stormed to victory at The Randox Grand National. Now, we’re honouring this Aintree icon with a brand-new hospitality experience: Numbersixvalverde.
Enjoy a 4-course Grand Luncheon, Afternoon Tea and an inclusive bar, while you enjoy racing from the best seat in the house.
Introducing Longma, the newest addition to The Randox Grand National's hospitality offering. This premiun pan-asian dining experience is where the thrill of the racetrack meets the grace of the dragon, and where Liverpool’s vibrant heritage converges with the finest flavours of Asia.
Inspired by the mythical Longma, a creature born from the power of the horse and the wisdom of the dragon, our brand new restaurant embodies harmony, prosperity, and the union of two worlds. At Longma, that shared history is reimagined through food, design, and storytelling.
We’re thrilled to announce Ally Mangan as the winner of The Women in Business Award! Founder of Loved By Ally she has turned her love of vintage, sustainable fashion into a thriving business inspired by her late mum.
We’re excited to welcome Ally as an official partner for the 2026 Randox Grand National Festival and can’t wait to see her unique style on Ladies Day.
Twig, last year’s 10th place finisher in the Randox Grand National, thrilled Aintree with a dramatic Becher Handicap Chase win, narrowly beating favourite Mr Vango. The £100 bargain buy gave jockey Beau Morgan his biggest career victory and keeps Twig in line for an exciting new £500,000 bonus thanks to the new William Hill Half A Mill bonus awarded to any horse that can win a designated trial race, of which the Becher Chase is one, and the Grand National in the same season.
The Style Awards are set to return, and this year they’re bigger and better than ever.
There’s only one place on Earth that can rival the fearless style and unforgettable stories of the Randox Grand National. This year, thanks to official Style Partner Debenhams, the coveted Best Dressed winner will be awarded the ultimate influencer-style escape, a luxury trip to Ibiza worth up to £4000.
The Guide Liverpool joins the Style Awards as official media partner, becoming your go-to destination for everything fashion-forward at The Randox Grand National Festival.
From exclusive previews and trend alerts to live coverage from the racecourse across all three days, The Guide will be bringing the style spotlight straight to your feed.
The Randox Grand National Festival is far more than just the world's greatest steeplechase; it's an experience of epic proportions, an event where stories become legends and unforgettable moments are etched into history.
