Kiplingcotes Derby
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Britain's oldest annual horse race, welcoming horses and riders of all ages and backgrounds on a four-mile course.

๐Ÿ“œ Britain's oldest annual horse race, reputedly started in 1519.
Takes place on a four-mile course of farm tracks and public roads.

Why Go

๐ŸŽ Experience Britain's oldest horse race
๐ŸŽ‰ Witness a unique, traditional event
๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘งโ€๐Ÿ‘ฆ All ages and backgrounds welcome to participate
๐Ÿ’ฐ Second place often more lucrative than first

Why Avoid

๐ŸŒง๏ธ Course can be rough, steep, and muddy
๐Ÿšถ Long walk from parking or shuttle bus needed
๐Ÿฅถ Often held in adverse weather conditions

Tips

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Held annually on the third Thursday in March
โš–๏ธ Riders must weigh at least 10 stone (140 lbs) excluding saddle
๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Entry fee is ยฃ5

Cost

๐Ÿ’ฐ ยฃ5 entry fee for participants.

Hours

๐Ÿ•’ Annually on the third Thursday in March.

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