The History of Fontwell Park by Jim Beavis
, Tuesday, 10 November 2009
The first book about Fontwell Park Racecourse has just been published.
It describes the track’s history from the 1920s and tells the story of the people and horses who have made it such a popular course. Among the tales of course winners are those of Monaveen (the Queen’s first winner as an owner), National Spirit, Beech Road and Baracouda. And don’t forget the course specialists like Certain Justice and St Athans Lad with 25 victories between them. Illustrated with dozens of photographs, including many never before seen in public, it is essential reading for all fans of Fontwell Park.
The book is just £10 if purchased at the racecourse alternatively we can send you a copy for £12.50 (to include postage and packaging).
To purchase call Louise Abbott on 01243 543335.
It describes the track’s history from the 1920s and tells the story of the people and horses who have made it such a popular course. Among the tales of course winners are those of Monaveen (the Queen’s first winner as an owner), National Spirit, Beech Road and Baracouda. And don’t forget the course specialists like Certain Justice and St Athans Lad with 25 victories between them. Illustrated with dozens of photographs, including many never before seen in public, it is essential reading for all fans of Fontwell Park.
The book is just £10 if purchased at the racecourse alternatively we can send you a copy for £12.50 (to include postage and packaging).
To purchase call Louise Abbott on 01243 543335.





