Question 1

How to place a bet on the Grand National?

Accepted Answer

Select your horse, compare the odds and place your bet directly through the Racing Post website or the mobile app. Don't forget to take advantage of the latest free bet offers from our betting partners if you're a new customer, to get a headstart with your bets.

If you are at the racecourse, you can bet on the Tote, with the on-course bookmakers (bookies) or in the betting shops. With the tote, you're not betting against a bookie; your stake goes into a pool, and like the lottery, your win depends on how many other winning tickets there are. The on-course bookmakers are all different and it's worth shopping around for the best odds on each race. You can usually find them in front of the grandstand or by the rails. There are also standard betting shops at various locations in the grounds. They'll accept bets on the races and on any other events.

Question 2

Where to bet on the Grand National?

Accepted Answer

You can bet on the Grand National at any of the best online bookmakers, or on the high street, or with on-course bookmakers if you are heading to the track for the big race.

Question 3

What time does betting close for the Grand National?

Accepted Answer

Betting closes for the Grand National when the tapes go up at 4:00pm (16:00 GMT). You can bet a long way in advance or in the minutes just before the race, though the odds for Grand National horses often shorten just before the race begins.

Question 4

Why bet on the Grand National?

Accepted Answer

- The Grand National it is one of the biggest races in the UK horse racing calendar.
- It is the toughest steeplechase in horse racing.
- Arguably one of the most prestigious and historic horse racing events.
- It is always an exciting thriller, full of twists and turns.

Question 5

Where can I find the best tips and Grand National predictions?

Accepted Answer

You can find the best Grand National betting tips, and predictions right here at Racing Post. Our expert horse racing tipsters are on hand ever year in the lead up to the Aintree Festival and Grand National to provide the best insight, analysis and Grand National Best Bets.

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