Denys Smith News Today

LIKE the famous “Roker Roar” which Sunderland fans summoned up to cheer on their team in their old ground, so the “Cheltenham Roar” will be…

MAN has raced horses since time immemorial and although the sport’s origins are lost in the mists of time, one definite date stands out through…

MAN has raced horses since time immemorial and although the sport’s origins are lost in the mists of time, one definite date stands out through…

IF Cheltenham racecourse gave us “the Greatest Show”, then this afternoon Aintree racecourse will bring us “the Greatest Race”, the Grand National. The first official winner of the National was the aptly named Lottery in 1839, trained by George Dockeray, and ridden by Jem Mason. Just before the race started at 3pm, hot money came in for four horses, Lottery, The Nun, Rust, and Daxon. Lottery was first across the line, The Nun was fifth, Rust pulled up, and Daxon fell. The race was...

The 19 best North-East pubs according to readers PUBS offer more than just pints, they bring people together and have been a huge miss during lockdown.  Whether its a country-side spot with great grub or your village local, the region is home to some world-class boozers - but some have been missed more than others. A choice of top-quality tipples and a menu filled with fantastic food are often a given, but pubs across the North-East and North Yorkshire are also community hubs. With p...