The Willowdale Steeplechase
101 East Street Road
Kennett Square, PA 19348. One mile north of Route 1 at the corner of Routes 82 & 926 (Click to open map).
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About Steeplechase
The Willowdale Steeplechase Races are sanctioned by the National Steeplechase Association and we are able to attract some of the best racehorses and top jockeys from around the world.
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Steeplechase History
The Willowdale Steeplechase brings a first-class steeplechase course to a community known to produce jockeys, trainers and owners from among its founding enthusiasts.
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Our Policies
In the interest of preserving The Willowdale Steeplechase as a safe, family-oriented event, The Committee requests adherence to the these policies.
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Beneficiaries
A portion of the proceeds from the 2008 event benefited Quest Therapeutic Services, a hippotherapy program operating in Unionville, serving children with special needs treatment with the help of a horse. Licensed pediatric therapists serve children with diagnoses such as cerebral palsy, spina bifida, autism, and developmental delays, using the horse as a part of an overall treatment plan to achieve life goals.
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How to get here
Willowdale Steeplechase
101 East Street Road
Kennett Square, PA 19348
The Race grounds are located on the northeast corner of Pennsylvania Routes 82 & 926.
From Philadelphia: Take Rt. 1 south to Kennett Square exit, Rt. 82 north to the corner of Rt. 926.
From Wilmington: Take DE Rt. 52 North. Turn left on Rt. 1 South. Exit on to Rt. 82 North (Kennett Square/Unionville). Follow Rt. 82 to Rt. 926.
From Maryland: Take MD/PA Rt. 1 north to Kennett Square exit Rt. 82 north.
From West Chester: Take Rt. 52 south to Rt. 926 west.