
Full Circle
The Rise, Fall and Rise of Horse Racing in Chelmsford
David Dunford(Author)
Summersbook (UK) Ltd (Publisher)
Published on 1. March 2017
Book
Paperback/Softback
140 pages
978-0-9931083-5-8 (ISBN)
Description
In the 18th and 19th centuries Chelmsford Races at Galleywood were the most eagerly anticipated event on the Essex calendar. They offered something for everyone -- the aristocracy flaunted their wealth and power; the working classes enjoyed a rare day off and crooks and conmen fleeced the unwary. This book gives a rare insight into this long forgotten world. Flat racing later gave way to steeplechasing, often featuring the eccentric Victorian adventurer Sir Claude de Crespigny of Maldon. Racing ended at Galleywood in 1935 but with the dawn of the 21st century came a new course at Great Leighs and once again the cheers of race-goers echoed across the Essex countryside.
Reviews / Votes
"This is a brilliant addition to our understanding of the history of horse racing in Chelmsford. Wendy Cummin, archivist at Galleywood heritage CentreMore details
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Publishing group
ESSEX HUNDRED PUBLICATIONS
Illustrations
50
Dimensions
Height: 150 mm
Width: 214 mm
ISBN-13
978-0-9931083-5-8 (9780993108358)
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Person
David Dunford formerly worked as a reporter and assistant editor for Essex County Newspapers before moving to the BBC in London. There he worked in the Radio Newsroom writing news bulletins for all domestic outlets. He also wrote for Yesterday and Today in Parliament as well as writing and broadcasting on finance for radio, television and the BBC World Service.