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Willowdale Steeplechase

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    Sports

    How Two Behind-The-Scenes Professionals Lead Chester County’s Steeplechase Races

    April 24, 2026

    Beyond career jockeys, trainers, race designers, and unsung volunteers are pivotal to Chester County’s annual steeplechase races, writes Eileen Smith Dallabrida for Main Line Today.…

  • A rider at Kennett Square's Willowdale Steeplechase race.
    Sports

    How Professional Trainers Prioritize Horse Health Ahead of Chester County’s Steeplechase Races

    April 16, 2026

    Ahead of Chester County’s annual steeplechase races, a team of professionals are making horse health a top priority every step of the way, writes Eileen…

  • Willowdale Wedding Venue
    Commercial Real Estate

    Former Landhope Dairy Farm in Kennett Square to Become New Wedding Venue

    February 23, 2026

    Jeffrey A. Miller Hospitality Group is partnering with the owners of the former Landhope dairy farm on a $6 million adaptive reuse project to transform…

  • downingtown station rendering.
    Economic Development

    Four Developing Projects Coming to Chester County in 2026

    January 8, 2026

    Chester County is the place for building, with permits and projects sprouting up every day to take up the next available space. Whether it’s housing,…

  • Low sideview of jockeys and horses racing out the gates.
    Outdoors

    How Experts Prepare Racing Turf for Chester County Steeplechase Races

    April 23, 2025

    Preparing the turf for upcoming steeplechase races across Chester County is no easy feat, writes Eileen Smith Dallabrida for Main Line Today. With Kennett’s Willowdale…

  • People tailgating and watching the Willowdale Steeplechase on a clear sunny day.
    Events & Fundraisers

    Chester County Residents’ Creativity Shines at Local Tailgate Competitions

    April 16, 2025

    Residents and families throughout Chester County are showing off their creative talents and personal passions at local tailgate competitions, writes Eileen Smith Dallabrida for Main…

  • horses
    Events & Fundraisers

    Chester County Opens Another Season of Exciting Equestrian Races 

    May 10, 2024

    Springtime has marked the return of popular equestrian races in Chester County, from Devon and Brandywine Hills to Winterthur and Willowdale, writes Jen Samuel for…

  • steeplechase racing
    Attractions & Leisure

    Steeplechase Racing Continues Spectacular History with This Year’s Events

    April 29, 2024

    Another season of steeplechase racing is getting closer, continuing the spectacular history of the popular sport in the Delaware Valley, writes Eileen Smith Dallabrida for…

  • a photo of Katie LaDow announcing she has been promoted to partner at Lamb McErlane PC.
    Legal

    Lamb McErlane PC Attorney Katherine ‘Katie’ LaDow Elected a Partner

    April 26, 2024

    Lamb McErlane PC attorney Katherine ‘Katie’ LaDow has been elected a partner of the firm. LaDow concentrates her practice in state and federal civil litigation,…

  • Katherine LaDow
    Legal

    Lamb McErlane PC Attorney Katherine LaDow Elected Board Secretary of the CCCBI Foundation

    February 5, 2024

    Lamb McErlane PC attorney Katherine “Katie” LaDow has been elected as Secretary of the Board of the Chester County Chamber of Business & Industry (CCCBI) Foundation. She was recently appointed…

  • Landenberg

    Landenberg Man Brings the Pageantry and Passion of Equestrian Sports to Fans at Willowdale Steeplechase

    May 9, 2022

    Landenberg resident Erik Gudmundson will conduct post-race interviews and provide color commentary at the 29th running of the Willowdale Steeplechase on Saturday, May 14 in…

  • Sports

    Once They Hurdle COVID-19 Precautions, Steeplechase Fans Can Enjoy the 2021 Season in Malvern, Unionville

    April 21, 2021

    After a year defined by COVID-19 and barely any events, local races such as the Willowdale Steeplechase in Unionville and Radnor Hunt Races in Malvern…

  • Culture

    Special Prize Gives Amateur Equestrians Six-Figure Incentive at Willowdale Steeplechase

    February 23, 2017

    Amateur equestrians will chase more than just a win in this year’s Willowdale Steeplechase. They’ll also set their eyes on a one-time $100,000 prize, according…

  • Agriculture, Tourism

    Two Men Jump On Board Of Willowdale Steeplechase Ahead Of 23rd Running

    February 4, 2015

    In preparation for the 23rd running of Chester County’s world-class Willowdale Steeplechase, two new faces have jumped into positions on the event’s board of directors.…

  • Culture, Tourism

    Willowdale Steeplechase Is May 11

    May 5, 2014

    The 22nd annual running of the Willowdale Steeplechase is Sunday, May 11, a perfect opportunity to host a Mother’s Day tailgate picnic and watch a…

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