Steeple Chase Collection

Horse Racing - The Last Hedge - Three horses in contention in this steeplechase race as they leap the final fence. Date: circa 1920s

Some Grand National
A number of jockeys who were expected to ride in the 1938 Grand National Steeplechase at Aintree " walking the plank" at the famous Bechers Brook

Coney Island
The pier seen from Steeplechase Park roller coaster, Coney Island, New York, America

Famous racehorse Golden Miller with owner Dorothy Paget after winning the 1934 Grand National at Aintree. March 1934

HORSE RACING, 1870. Grand Stand, Monmouth Park - the Hurdle Race. Horse racing at Monmouth Park, New Jersey. Wood engraving after Alfred R. Waud from an American newspaper of 1870

Opening day of Cheltenham Races, Prestbury Park
A general view of the Paddock during Parade on the opening day of the Cheltenham Steeplechase Clubs Autumn Meeting at Prestbury Park. 1911

Horse racing. Photographed in Dubai, United Arab Emerites

Midnight Steeplechase 2
THE MIDNIGHT STEEPLECHASE The large field near Biless Corner - Subden leads over the fence

Grand National 1969 Andrew Parker Bowles on The Fossa (Spotted Cap no 20) seen here on the first circuit of the race March 1969

The great Match between Mr Flintoff and Jack Rogers (coloured engraving)
2812536 The great Match between Mr Flintoff and Jack Rogers (coloured engraving) by Leech, John (1817-64) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The great Match between Mr Flintoff and Jack Rogers)

Amateur Athletic Association of Yokohama, Spring Meeting, 1876 (engraving)
1616008 Amateur Athletic Association of Yokohama, Spring Meeting, 1876 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Amateur Athletic Association of Yokohama)

A Rather Fast Steeple Chase (coloured engraving)
2818066 A Rather Fast Steeple Chase (coloured engraving) by Leech, John (1817-64) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Rather Fast Steeple Chase)

Grand Military Steeple Chase, at London, Canada West, 9th May, 1843, engraved by J
2632374 Grand Military Steeple Chase, at London, Canada West, 9th May, 1843, engraved by J. Harris, 1845 (colour aquatint) by Alexander

A Steeplechase, The Winner (oil on canvas)
XYC157043 A Steeplechase, The Winner (oil on canvas) by Alken, Henry Thomas (1785-1851); 25.4x35.6 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English, out of copyright

Grand National. Higland Wedding 14 (left) No 33 and Kilburn No 7 on the second circuit at Beechers.Andrew Parker Bowles on The Fossa (Spotted Cap) is following. 29th March 1969

Chris Brasher marries tennis star Shirley Bloom at Chelsea Old Church

Grand National 1969 Kilburn No 7 stumbles and throws his jockey T Carberry on the second circuit at Beechers as he is passed by no14 Highland Wedding and Andrew Parker Bowles on The Fossa

Grand National 1969 Andrew Parker Bowles on The Fossa (Spotted Cap No 20 second from the right) seen here at the turn. March 1969

The Grand National at Aintree: Landing after jumping the canal turn is the eventual winner L Escargot. April 1975

The Grand National at Aintree: L Escargot (No. 4) has just jumped the canal turn for the first time. He went on to beat Red Rum. April 1975 75-1790-002

The Grand National at Aintree: Jockey A. Webber has just fallen off Bally Richard again (No. 15 on left). The rider faces the oncoming Red Rum who finished 2nd. April 1975 75-1790-004

The Grand National at Aintree: Red Rum narrowly miss Jockey A. Webber at the canal turn after falling off Bally Richard again. April 1975 75-1790-003

The Grand National at Aintree. April 1975 75-1790

The Grand National at Aintree: On extreme left is L Escargot (No. 4) who won the race, after jumping the canal turn for the first time. Also in picture is Spanish Steps (No. 13) who was third

American Jockey Mr. Tim Durrant, 68, the oldest rider in the Grand National at Aintree, Liverpool, with his horse High Landie. March 1968 P007083

C. Kemball first over and unsaddled at the Chair on Freddie Bee in the 1984 Grand National. March 1984 P008123

Grand National 1969 Kilburn No 7 stumbles and throws his jockey T Carberry on the second circuit at Beechers. Andrew Parker Bowles on The Fossa (Spotted Cap) is following. March 1969

At the first fence in the 1953 Grand National Tim Moloney (white breeches) parts company from his horse quite naturally. March 1953 P009325

Norfolk NR8 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Norfolk NR8 6

Steeplechase riders in Britain, 1880s
Steeplechase riders taking a jump in Britain, 1880s. Color lithograph reproduction of a 19th-century painting by J. Sturgess

Grand National at Aintree by Gilbert Holiday
The steeplechase horse race, the Grand National, run at Aintree, Liverpool showing the Canal Turn which provides many thrills

Bob Champion
Horse Racing - 1993 Imperial Cup - Sandown Park Bob Champion, who famously won the 1981 Grand National on Aldaniti

Edward VII at Kempton Park races
At Kempton Park, King Edward VII watches his horse Ambush II before the Stewards Steeplechase. Sadly the horse comes fourth after a mishap at the water jump

Source Size = 3557 x 2323
The Liverpool Grand Steeple Chase

Source Size = 2530 x 1751
The Northampton Steeple Chase

Wye Steeplechase Mrs Robert Mercier and Mrs H Valance 1 November 1926

Steeplechase racing at Harrow, England. Wood engraving, 1845
STEEPLECHASE, 1845. Steeplechase racing at Harrow, England. Wood engraving, 1845

The Windsor Steeplechase, England. Wood engraving, 1869
STEEPLECHASE, 1869. The Windsor Steeplechase, England. Wood engraving, 1869

Great Metropolitan Steeplechase at Epsom, England. Wood engraving, 1850
STEEPLECHASE, 1850. Great Metropolitan Steeplechase at Epsom, England. Wood engraving, 1850

The Windsor Grand Military Steeplechase, Windsor, England. Wood engraving, 1846
STEEPLECHASE, 1846. The Windsor Grand Military Steeplechase, Windsor, England. Wood engraving, 1846

Wood engraving, American, c1880
STEEPLECHASE, c1880. Wood engraving, American, c1880

The International Steeplechase at Limerick, Ireland. Wood engraving, 1863
STEEPLECHASE, 1863. The International Steeplechase at Limerick, Ireland. Wood engraving, 1863

Clearing the last brook. Wood engraving, English, 1846
STEEPLECHASE, 1846. Clearing the last brook. Wood engraving, English, 1846

Sketch from the steeplechase at Leamington
STEEPLECHASE, 1848. Sketch from the steeplechase at Leamington

Remarkable steeplechase by dogs at Ludwigsburg, Germany. Wood engraving, 1859
GERMANY: DOG RACING, 1859. Remarkable steeplechase by dogs at Ludwigsburg, Germany. Wood engraving, 1859

The Grand National Steeplechase at Cork Park Races, Ireland. Wood engraving, 1869
IRELAND: STEEPLECHASE. The Grand National Steeplechase at Cork Park Races, Ireland. Wood engraving, 1869

Steeplechase at Newport, England. Wood engraving, 1846
STEEPLECHASE, 1846. Steeplechase at Newport, England. Wood engraving, 1846

Lottery, the celebrated steeplechase winner. Wood engraving, English, 1844
STEEPLECHASE, 1844. Lottery, the celebrated steeplechase winner. Wood engraving, English, 1844

The Southgate Steeplechase, England. Wood engraving, 1847
STEEPLECHASE, 1847. The Southgate Steeplechase, England. Wood engraving, 1847

Steeplechase rode by Spanish gentlemen at Madrid. Wood engraving, 1864
STEEPLECHASE, 1864. Steeplechase rode by Spanish gentlemen at Madrid. Wood engraving, 1864

STEEPLECHASE, 1846. Steeplechase at Worcester, England. Wood engraving, 1846

STEEPLECHASE, 1870. The Prince and Princess of Wales at the National Hunt Steeplechase. Wood engraving, English, 1870

Cheltenham Races at Prestbury Park
Amersham jumping the final fence in the Amateur Handicap Hurdle Race at the Cheltenham Steeplechase Clubs Autumn Meeting at Prestbury Park. 1911

Steeplechase Water Jump
Athletes negotiating a Steeplechase Water Jump hurdle. Date: 1980

Horse Racing - Neck and Neck by Antonio Donadini. Two jockeys battling it out at the head os the field in thsi steeplechase race. Date: circa 1920s

Steeplechase at the Rockaway Hunting Club
Annual Steeplechase Race at the Rockaway Hunting Club, Cedarhurst, Long Island, New York State, USA. Date: circa 1908

Emblem (Racehorse)
Emblem, a steeplechase mare. Date: circa 1880

Aintree horse racing track, aerial image
Aintree race track, UK. This track is the home of the Grand National steeplechase horse race. The Grand National comprises two laps of the track, a distance of 7.2 kilometres (four and a half miles)

Double page spread in a diary for 15-20 March
A double page spread in a young persons diary for 15-20 March. Each day is given a small illustration, relating either to the season, or to the anniversary of an historical event

Grand National Course
Bird s-eye view of the Grand National steeplechase at Aintree in Liverpool, featuring photographs of recent winners from turn of the century

Thrills & Spills / Holiday
A dramatic illustration by equestrian & sporting artist, Gilbert Holiday showing the thrills and perils of the annual Grand National Steeplechase at Aintree

Gone Around / Holiday
A horse and jockey take a tumble at the water jump on the Grand National course at Aintree in Liverpool, showing that its any horses race

Grakle at the Winchester Handicap Steeplechase, 1927
Photograph showing the racehorse Grakle jumping the last fence of the Winchester Steeplechase on his way to winning the race

Women Jockeys Foreseen
A RATHER FAST STEEPLECHASE Women jockeys foreseen

Midnight Steeplechase 4
THE MIDNIGHT STEEPLECHASE The finish - at Nacton Church - riding through the village

Midnight Steeplechase 3
THE MIDNIGHT STEEPLECHASE The last field, near Nacton Heath - over the hedge and (literally) through the gate !

Midnight Steeplechase 1
THE MIDNIGHT STEEPLECHASE The start, from the Military Barracks at Ipswich

Coney Island, New York, USA
The Boardwalk, looking east from Steeplechase Pier, Coney Island, New York, USA

All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

"Steeple Chase: The Thrilling World of Horse Racing" Step into the exhilarating world of steeple chase, where horses and jockeys defy gravity to conquer formidable obstacles. From the heart-pounding Grand National to the iconic Last Hedge at Coney Island, this equestrian sport has captivated audiences for centuries. In 1870, Monmouth Park in New Jersey witnessed a spectacular hurdle race that had spectators on the edge of their seats. Alfred R. Waud's wood engraving immortalized this thrilling moment, showcasing the sheer determination and skill displayed by both horse and rider. The Cheltenham Races at Prestbury Park mark an annual highlight in the horse racing calendar. Opening day sees enthusiasts flocking to witness fierce competition unfold amidst a backdrop of excitement and anticipation. Under moonlit skies, Midnight Steeplechase 2 takes center stage as fearless riders navigate treacherous terrain with unwavering bravery. This nocturnal spectacle adds an extra layer of mystique to an already captivating event. One cannot forget historic moments like the Grand National in 1969 when Andrew Parker Bowles fearlessly rode The Fossa wearing his distinctive spotted cap (number 20). Such races become etched in our memories as legends are born on these hallowed tracks. Not limited to professional events, amateur athletes also find their place in steeple chase history. In Yokohama's Spring Meeting of 1876, members of the Amateur Athletic Association showcased their talent and dedication on a grand scale. A Rather Fast Steeple Chase brings color and vibrancy to this adrenaline-fueled sport through its vividly depicted scenes. Each jump becomes a testament to human ambition pushing boundaries beyond imagination. Across continents, from London's Grand Military Steeple Chase in Canada West during May 1843 engraved by J. , to modern-day competitions worldwide – steeple chase continues its legacy as a thrilling and timeless pursuit.