Dr Alexandra Fletcher is one of the senior management team at the The National Horseracing Museum in Newmarket. She will be looking at the story of Red Rum, a horse that holds a very special place in the history of Southport.

He achieved an unmatched historic treble when he won the Grand National in 1973, 1974 and 1977, and also came second in the two intervening years, 1975 and 1976. The Grand National is a notoriously difficult race that has been described as “the ultimate test of a horse’s courage”. He is also remembered for his jumping ability, having not fallen in 100 races.

The 1973 race in which Red Rum secured his comeback victory from 30 lengths behind is often considered one of the greatest Grand Nationals in history.

Our current Red Rum exhibition tells his unique story.

Zoom
These online talks are free, however booking is required before 11am on the morning of the talk. The talks will be presented using Zoom. You will receive an email invitation to join a Zoom meeting just after 11am on the morning of the talk.

Donations
Donations to The Atkinson Development Trust are welcomed and can be made when you book your ticket.

Recording
A recording of the talk will be available to watch online one week after the first presentation.

Zoom

Joining a Zoom meeting is quick and easy!

You will receive an email invitation to join a Zoom meeting. Open your email invitation and click the ‘join Zoom meeting’ link. You will then be prompted to either ‘download & run Zoom’ or ‘launch from your browser’. If the host has not yet started the meeting, a message will appear and you will be ‘let in’ when the host starts the meeting. If the host has already started the meeting you will automatically join the group. You are not required to have/turn on your own video and audio, unless you wish to do so. The Atkinson is unable to offer technical support to participants.

Red Rum

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Free, donations welcome. Booking required.

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