The Aintree Grand National 2006




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If you're travelling to Aintree for the Grand National then directions may prove invaluable, so we have listed several of the routes you can take to reach the racecourse.

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Travelling By Road

From the South :
Leave M6 at J 21A and join M62 west. Leave M62 at J 6 to join M57, follow signs for races.

From the North :
Leave M6 at J 26 and join M58, follow signs for races

From Mersey Tunnel :
Follow signs for Preston, then for A59, then signs for races.

Travelling By Train

The nearest mainline station is Liverpool Lime Street. It is a five minute walk from here to Liverpool Central where you can catch special race trains to Aintree. Any train travelling to Ormskirk on the Northern Line will also stop at Aintree Station, opposite the main entrance to the racecourse.

Travelling By Plane

The Liverpool Lennon Airport is half an hour away from Aintree with Manchester Airport being three quarters of an hour away from the race course. If you're travelling by air and need further help you can get it by calling Aintree on 0151 523 2600.




Grand National Books

The Grand National: Aintree's Official Illustrated History

The Grand National: Quiz Book

Red Rum

Kings For A Day: Aintree's Bravest Sons

Everyone Must Leave: The Day They Stopped The National

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More Grand National books covering famous horses, jockeys and trainers can be found on our book page by clicking here.



Recommended Grand National Websites

The Grand National Website   Grand National 2004 Website   Aintree Racecourse Website

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