Racing fever continues: what do I need to know?

The field in 2016 Credit: Simon Cooper/PA Archive/PA Images

The first race at Uttoxeter will take place just before 2:00, with The Midlands Grand National starting at 3.35pm.

It is the second largest steeplechase in the UK, after the Aintree Grand National. It's estimated to generate around £4m for the local economy.

What do I need to know?

  • Betting - You can usually bet as little as £2 on a horse

  • Dress code - no strict dress code but people like to dress up. But remember it is still March. There's some grass around the parking area.

  • Travel - thousands of visitors are expected to descend on the county with around 16,000 people are expected. There'll be extra train services.

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Mark Deaville is Highways Chief at Staffordshire County Council.

The racing will be covered live on ITV 4.