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Clive G
March 6, 2026
Hiking
The racecourse (for horses) was created in the early Victorian years and was very popular between 1825 and 1846. Horse races continued here in the summer until around 1880. It replaced an earlier racecourse on nearby Bradnor Hill just to the north of Kington town, which dates from 1770.
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Best routes near The Racecourse
5.0
(8)
74
hikers
10.0km
02:55
270m
270m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Moderate
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46
hikers
16.0km
04:43
460m
460m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Moderate
5.0
(1)
8
hikers
14.4km
04:05
300m
300m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Moderate
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Elevation 400 m