What To Do: Willowdale Steeplechase tops list of weekend events
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
The Willowdale Steeplechase
Undeniably, Brandywine Valley is known for being horse country. It has established its reputation as an area known for staging top-flight equestrian events.
The 2024 equestrian season had its unofficial start last weekend with a big annual point-to-point event in Delaware.
This weekend, the spotlight will be on the Annual...
Willowdale Steeplechase to hold art show and sale, April 27
A painting of the Pennsylvania Hunt Cup by Sam Robinson.
The 30th Anniversary Running of the Willowdale Steeplechase will take place on Saturday, May 13.
As race day approaches, the organization is kicking off the celebrations with an art show and sale and cocktail reception presented by Katherine S. Bucklin’s Star Gallery.
On Thursday April 27th, from 5-7 pm, the Big Room above Landhope Farms...
Tickets on sale for 2022 Willowdale Steeplechase
It’s Steeplechase time in Chester County!! Tickets are now on sale for the 29th running of the Willowdale Steeplechase presented by The 24th Fund.
Whether you’re a horse enthusiast or just like spending a fun day with family and friends in the beautiful countryside of Chester County, it’s time to make plans for the community favorite, the Willowdale Steeplechase!
This year’s races return...
Willowdale Steeplechase to return to full capacity in 2022
Plans for the 29th running of the Willowdale Steeplechase on Saturday, May 14, 2022 are underway! The races will return to full spectator capacity with some exciting new attendance opportunities.
Spectators at the 2022 races will have the choice of purchasing traditional tailgate parking spots, Hilltop Private Party Paddocks or tables in the new Jockey Club at Willowdale. Corporate Hospitality...
Hedley named new director for Willowdale Steeplechase
Elizabeth Hedley
Race Chairman W. B. Dixon Stroud, Jr., and the Board of Directors of the Willowdale Steeplechase welcome Elizabeth Hedley as their new Executive Director.
Elizabeth replaces retiring Race Director Leslie (White) Carpenter who served for a total of almost 10 years. During her tenure, the Willowdale Steeplechase has developed into a world class steeplechase event and contributions...
What To Do: Fountains at Longwood, Willowdale Steeplechase and so much more for Mothers’ Day
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Longwood Gardens
There are many annual events that are eagerly anticipated by visitors to Longwood Gardens (Route 1, Kennett Square, www.longwoodgardens.org) such as the Christmas display, the “Orchid Extravaganza” and the just-concluded “Spring Blooms.”
But the one that attracts visitors more than any other is the annual “Festival of...
Neilson named to Willowdale Steeplechase board
Katherine S. Neilson
Race Chairman W. B. Dixon Stroud, Jr., Race Director Leslie Carpenter and the Board of Directors of the Willowdale Steeplechase welcome award- winning steeplechase trainer Katherine S. Neilson to the board.
“We’re privileged to have Kathy join the Willowdale board”, said Stroud. “Her knowledge, insights and incredible talent will help us continue to bring the best...
Willowdale Steeplechase to return, May 8
Plans for the 28th running of the Willowdale Steeplechase are moving forward! The races will run on Saturday, May 8, 2021 as the kick-off to Mother’s Day weekend.
“We are grateful to the supporters who helped us survive the losses brought on by the pandemic – and to be able to run the races this spring! “said Race Director Leslie Carpenter.
“The safety and well-being of our spectators,...
Wolf orders Chesco to ‘Stay At Home”; local cases spike to 30
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
Gov. Tom Wolf issued a “stay at home” order for six counties, including Chester County, as cases of COVID-19 spiked locally and across the state, including six deaths across the state.
Wolf announced the order Monday afternoon, which will be effective Monday night at 8pm.
“Today, I’m issuing a Stay at Home order for Allegheny, Bucks, Chester, Delaware,...
Longwood Gardens, Willowdale Steeplechase team up for special Mothers Day package
Action from the Willowdale Steeplechase can now be combined with time at Longwood Gardens. File photo.
EAST MARLBOROUGH — Longwood Gardens, one of the great gardens of the world, together with one of the region’s finest horse racing events, the Willowdale Steeplechase, invites visitors to spend Mother’s Day weekend in the charming bucolic countryside of the Brandywine Valley, Chester County,...
