Horse Racing In Britain And Ireland
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Horse Racing In Britain And Ireland
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Author : Anne Holland
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date : 2014-09-10
Horse Racing In Britain And Ireland written by Anne Holland and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-09-10 with Sports & Recreation categories.
Often called the sport of kings, horse racing dates back at least to the chariot races of the ancient Olympic Games. Arriving in Britain with the Romans in the first century BC, its popularity among the elite led to the breeding of thoroughbred racehorses and prompted the establishment of a formal racing calendar with flat races and steeple chases at a plethora of dedicated racecourses throughout the country. Now no longer restricted to the aristocracy, a day at the races has become a perennial highlight of the social calendar. Shedding new light on this increasingly popular equestrian sport, Anne Holland here explores the broad history of horse racing from the horses, jockeys and racecourses to the practice of bookmaking and those in the audience.
Britain And Ireland S Top 100 Racehorses Of All Time
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Author : Robin Oakley
language : en
Publisher: Icon Books
Release Date : 2012-10-04
Britain And Ireland S Top 100 Racehorses Of All Time written by Robin Oakley and has been published by Icon Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-10-04 with Sports & Recreation categories.
Kauto Star, Nijinsky, Arkle, Desert Orchid, Frankel, Red Rum ... how do you rank the best British and Irish horses from both Flat racing and jumping? How do you compare a fleet-footed sprinter with the robust staying power of a steeplechaser? Robin Oakley's highly personal list will provoke debate among racing fans everywhere. A lifelong devotee of racing and well known as the Turf correspondent for the Spectator, former BBC Political Editor Robin Oakley has made his selection not just on statistics but on the 'fun factor', giving prominence to horses who seized the public's imagination. He brings the legendary names of past and present vividly to life with a wealth of fascinating stories behind their victories. Illuminated by archive photographs that illustrate the athleticism, character and courage of the horses, Britain and Ireland's Top 100 Racehorses of All Time is the perfect gift for any fan of racing and its colourful history.
Courses For Horses
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Author : Nicholas Clee
language : en
Publisher: Hachette UK
Release Date : 2023-05-25
Courses For Horses written by Nicholas Clee and has been published by Hachette UK this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-05-25 with Sports & Recreation categories.
SHORTLISTED FOR BEST SPORTS WRITING AT THE 2024 SPORTS BOOK AWARDS In parks, on downlands and heaths, by motorways, overlooking firths: the racecourses of Britain and Ireland are as various as the people you meet there. Some - Newmarket, Epsom, the Curragh - are rich in history, and among the most celebrated sporting venues in the world; others - Fakenham, Bangor-on-Dee, Perth - offer more modest but no less enjoyable spectacles. Journeying round these courses, Nicholas Clee meets the people who bring them to life: from those in the spotlight, including a Grand National-winning jockey, Derby-winning owner and top TV commentator; to many others with key roles in the sport - bookmakers, form experts, racecourse managers and more. From them, he learns about the bravery, dedication, skill and expertise that make racing one of our most popular spectator sports. Whether basking in sunshine or sheltering from a hurricane, sampling a variety of pies or recoiling from the world's worst curry, losing his money with the bookies or at the Tote windows, Clee soaks up the atmosphere, delves into racing business, and marvels at the uniqueness of each course and its people. Written with a keen eye, gentle humour and a deep love for the sport, Courses for Horses take us behind the scenes at that grand outing: a day at the races.
Horses For Courses
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Author : Anne Holland
language : en
Publisher: Random House
Release Date : 2011-10-14
Horses For Courses written by Anne Holland and has been published by Random House this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-10-14 with Sports & Recreation categories.
There can be no better way of getting to know Ireland than by visiting its racecourses: from the glamour of Leopardstown and the class of The Curragh to the majestic mountains around Killarney; from the warm welcome at Gowran Park and Clonmel to the summer holidaymakers' meetings and 'industry' days in the winter months. At any one of these venues, you might catch a glimpse of a future Cheltenham Gold Cup champion or Derby winner in action. Horses for Courses guides readers through a typical year in Irish racing and highlights the individuality of each venue. All have their own special qualities and atmosphere but share two common traits: a warm welcome and good sport. And that is what the author believes Irish racing is all about. The country's courses enjoy a huge level of support from the local population. It might be raining and some of the races may be 'ordinary' but the stands will always be crowded. That is because racing is part of Irish culture and the nation's way of life: with 27 courses, it has proportionately far more venues than Great Britain. Meticulously researched and passionately written, Horses for Courses is the definitive guide to Ireland's racecourses and is essential reading for horse-racing enthusiasts everywhere.
The Little Book Of Horse Racing
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Author : Anne Holland
language : en
Publisher: The History Press
Release Date : 2014-10-06
The Little Book Of Horse Racing written by Anne Holland and has been published by The History Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-10-06 with Sports & Recreation categories.
Do you know what the oldest horse race in Britain is, where the term 'gee-gee' comes from, or who is credited with bringing racing to Ascot? Fact-packed but light-hearted in style, this reliable reference book and quirky guide reveals little-known facts, details of classic races, famous riders, racing records, amusing anecdotes and criminal goings-on. A compendium of the fascinating, strange and entertaining, The Little Book of Horse Racing can be dipped into time and time again to reveal something new about this ancient sport.
Encyclopedia Of British Horse Racing
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Author : Dr Joyce Kay
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2012-10-02
Encyclopedia Of British Horse Racing written by Dr Joyce Kay and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-10-02 with Sports & Recreation categories.
The Encyclopedia of British Horse Racing offers an innovative approach to one of Britain's oldest sports. While it considers the traditional themes of gambling and breeding, and contains biographies of human personalities and equine stars, it also devotes significant space to neglected areas. Entries include: social, economic and political forces that have influenced racing controversial historical and current issues legal and illegal gambling, and racing finance the British impact on world horseracing history and heritage of horseracing links between horse racing and the arts, media and technology human and equine biographies venues associated with racing horseracing websites The Encyclopedia of British Horse Racing provides a unique source of information and will be of great interest to sports historians as well as all those whose work or leisure brings them into the world of racing.
Racecourses
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Author : John White
language : en
Publisher: HarperCollins (UK)
Release Date : 2003
Racecourses written by John White and has been published by HarperCollins (UK) this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2003 with Great Britain categories.
This text combines aerial photography with essential facts and figures on 50 courses and their history to create a unique package and a perfect gift for the racing enthusiast. Stunning aerial shots of racecourses throughout the British Isles cover the full range of English and Scottish racecourses, from Aintree to Ayr, from Epsom to Newcastle, from Perth to Wincanton. Accompanying locator maps show how to find the courses and racecourse diagrams, course information and a wealth of facts and figures combine to make British Racecourses a complete racing companion.
Horse Racing In Britain And Ireland
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Author : Anne Holland
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date : 2014-09-10
Horse Racing In Britain And Ireland written by Anne Holland and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-09-10 with Sports & Recreation categories.
Often called the sport of kings, horse racing dates back at least to the chariot races of the ancient Olympic Games. Arriving in Britain with the Romans in the first century BC, its popularity among the elite led to the breeding of thoroughbred racehorses and prompted the establishment of a formal racing calendar with flat races and steeple chases at a plethora of dedicated racecourses throughout the country. Now no longer restricted to the aristocracy, a day at the races has become a perennial highlight of the social calendar. Shedding new light on this increasingly popular equestrian sport, Anne Holland here explores the broad history of horse racing from the horses, jockeys and racecourses to the practice of bookmaking and those in the audience.
100 Favourite Racehorses
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Author : Nicholas Godfrey
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2005-04
100 Favourite Racehorses written by Nicholas Godfrey and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005-04 with Horse racing categories.
In 2004, the Racing Post asked its readers to nominate their three favourite racehorses. Horse racing's bible was not interested in which horses its readers considered to be the greatest in terms of merit. Rather, they wanted to find out those which meant the most to its readers. Over two months, thousands of votes were collected. From the nominations was compiled this definitive list of the 100 most popular horses of all time to race in Britain and Ireland - on the Flat and over the Jumps.
Top Women In British And Irish Horse Racing
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Author : Rupert Collens
language : en
Publisher: White Owl
Release Date : 2025-04-30
Top Women In British And Irish Horse Racing written by Rupert Collens and has been published by White Owl this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2025-04-30 with Sports & Recreation categories.