Monument record 1797/1 - Farndon Hay

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Summary

Farndon Hay, site of possible race course. One of the earliest race courses in the country was established in Farndon in 1631 and races were held for many years. The statutes of the course show that in 1631, a group of gentlemen, led by Lord Cholmondley subscribed for the maintenance of a free cup to be run for yearly at Farndon.

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Farndon Hay, site of possible race course. One of the earliest race courses in the country was established in Farndon in 1631. The races were carried on for many years. The statutes of the course show that in 1631, a group of gentlemen, led by Lord Cholmondley subscribed for the maintenance of a free cup to be run for yearly at Farndon (1).


<1> Ormerod, G., 1882, The History of the County Palatine and City of Chester, Ormerod G 1882 1/743 (Book). SCH1389.

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  • <1> Book: Ormerod, G.. 1882. The History of the County Palatine and City of Chester. Ormerod G 1882 1/743.

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Location

Grid reference SJ 4 5 (point) 4 Figure Ref
Map sheet SJ45SW
Civil Parish FARNDON, CHESTER, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER

Protected Status/Designation

  • None recorded

Record last edited

Apr 10 2002 11:31AM