Another busy end to the week here at BE Event Hire. Luke has had his first trip out in the Atric since his return from Australia delivering 100’s of wooden trestle tables to the Metro Arena for the weekends Newcastle Film and Comic Convention.
Andy, James and Tom have spent the day at the Cheltenham Gold Cup delivering over 100 of our wooden picnic benches. Closer to home Jezz, Joe and Tony have been busy with our furniture hire in Leicester, Nottingham and the West Midlands including trips to Stoneleigh Showground, some local Universities, Schools and colleges.
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Cheltenham Gold Cup
The Cheltenham Gold Cup is one of the most prestigious events in British horse racing. It is renowned for its history, competitiveness, and challenging course. Held annually at Cheltenham Racecourse in Gloucestershire, England, it takes place during the Cheltenham Festival in March, a highlight of the National Hunt racing season.
First run in 1924 as a jumps race, the Gold Cup covers 3 miles 2½ furlongs (about 5,331 meters) and includes 22 fences that horses and jockeys must navigate. Due to its significance and the level of competition it attracts, this race is often referred to as the “Blue Riband” of jump racing.
The Gold Cup is highly prestigious, with the prize money often exceeding £600,000. Over the years, it has seen many legendary horses, such as Arkle, who won thrice in the 1960s, and Best Mate, who also secured three consecutive victories from 2002 to 2004. Another iconic winner, Golden Miller, holds the record for the most Gold Cup wins, having triumphed five times from 1932 to 1936.
The event is the centrepiece of the Cheltenham Festival, a four-day celebration that draws over 250,000 spectators and creates a vibrant and festive atmosphere. It is a significant event for bettors, with millions wagered on the outcome each year. The race is widely covered on television, attracting millions of viewers and solidifying its status as a major event in British sports.
The next Cheltenham Gold Cup is scheduled for March 15, 2024.
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