Grand National Festival 2026 Day 1 Offers - Free Bets and Money Back Specials

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Last updated: Thu 09 Apr 2026 09:22

Conrad Castleton 09 Apr 2026

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Free round-up of the best bookmakers specials for day one of the 2026 Grand National Festival
Four Grade One races will be run at Aintree on Thursday
Find free bet offers, money back specials and more on our website

The Aintree betting ring. (Getty)

Aintree Day 1 Top Offers
More Grand National Festival Offers
Tips To Use Aintree Offers
Gamble Responsibly

The 2026 Grand National Festival begins on Thursday and viewers have got an excellent card to look forward to on day one.

Many bettors will be looking to join new bookmakers ahead of Saturday's Grand National, as firms often roll out special promotions and welcome specials. Here are the best bookmaker offers to make the most of at Aintree on Thursday.

Aintree Day 1 Top Offers

bet365 Super Boost >> Get EVENS on Lulamba to win the 2026 Manifesto Novices' Chase

bet365 Super Boost Offer Terms And Conditions

Super Boosts are only available to new and eligible customers. Max stake applies, singles only, subject to availability. When a Super Boost is available it will be displayed at the top of the homepage and within the race coupon.

Bet365 >> Up to £5 back in Free Bets if your horse is beaten in the 1:45pm at Aintree

Key Terms and Conditions

Pre-race single bets (min. odds of 1/2). Free Bets paid as Bet Credits within 24 hours of offer ending. New and eligible customers only. T&Cs apply.

BOYLE Sports >> Money Back if your horse loses in the 1:45pm at Aintree on Thursday

Key Terms and Conditions

18+. IRE/NI & UK online customers. Max Free Bet £/€10. Applies to first bet placed on the 1:45pm Aintree (9/4/2026). Win single and win part of e/w single bet only.

Star Sports >> Bet £50 on the 3:30pm at Aintree and get a £25 Free Bet

Key Terms and Conditions

Offer available to new online customers only signing up with Promo Code AINTREE1. Bet £50 (or more) on the 3.30pm Aintree (Randox Foxhunters' Open Hunters' Chase – 09/04/26) and Get a £25 Free Bet. Applies to £50 or more win only bets or a £25 or more each way bet on race winner market only. Qualifying first bet must be placed at odds of Evens (2.0) or greater. £25 Free Bet will be added automatically if all terms are met. Free Bet must be placed at odds of Evens (2.0) or greater. Free Bet will expire after 72 hours.

More Grand National Festival Offers

BOYLE Sports >> Money Back as a Free Bet if your horse finishes second to the SP Favourite at the 2026 Grand National Festival

Key Terms and Conditions

New UK customers (Excluding NI) only. Mobile exclusive. Min Deposit £10. Min stake £10. Min odds Evs. Free bet applied on 1st settlement of any qualifying bet. 30 days to qualify. Free bets expire in 7 days. Cashed out/Free Bets won’t apply. Account & Payment method restrictions apply. 1 Free Bet offer per customer, household & IP Address only. 18+. T&Cs apply. **18+. IRE/NI & UK online customers. Max Free Bet £/€20. Win or win part of e/w outright singles. 5+ runners. 1st bet on each race. Free/void/antepost bets don't qualify. In event of a dead heat, offer won’t apply. Applies to First Past the Post result. Unnamed 2nd Favs don’t qualify. Acc & Payment restrictions apply.

Bet365 >> Win Cash Prizes and Free Bets when your enter the Grand National Festival 6 Horses Challenge

Key Terms and Conditions

Pick the winners from six selected races for your chance to win! Bag Free Bets for three correct results, and a cash prize for four, five and six correct results. New & eligible customers only. Free Bets paid as Bet Credits. Game restrictions, time limits and T&Cs apply.

Hollywoodbets >> Money back as a free bet (Up to £30) if your first Grand National Festival acca loses

Key Terms and Conditions

Register an account and deposit £10+ using Visa/Mastercard. Get your stake back as a free bet, up to a maximum of £30, on your first qualifying acca to be settled as a loss. Qualifying accas each need to be a stake of £10+, 3+ legs, odds of 4/1 or greater and settled within your first 7 days. Each customer will be eligible for a maximum of 1 x free bet with this promotion.

10Bet >> £10 Free Bet when you bet £100 on Sports, Get This 10 Times A Month

Key Terms and Conditions

Valid 01/04 00:00 – 30/04 23:59; Opt-in required; Bet £100, get a £10 Free Bet (up to 10 times); Odds, stake limits & T&Cs apply; 18+

Dabble UK >> Bet £10 Get £10 during the 2026 Grand National Festival

Key Terms and Conditions

New customers only. Bet £10+ to receive £10 in Free Bets. Min odds apply. 7-day free bet expiry. Stake not returns. Full T&Cs apply.

Betfred >> Win up to £5k in the Grand National Festival Beat Fred Competition

Betfred Beat Fred Competition at Aintree

Key Terms and Conditions

Our general Terms and Conditions apply to this Offer in addition to the Significant Conditions below. If there is any conflict between the Significant Conditions and our general Terms and Conditions, the Significant Conditions will take precedence.

Stake.com >> Money Back on Horse Racing Bets at Aintree (Ireland Only)

Terms and Conditions

Users must have submitted level 2 KYC to be eligible. First pre-race, single bet on any horse in selected races in the win market. T&Cs apply. First bet, per customer, per household.

QuinnBet >> Bet £10 Get £10 during the Grand National Festival

Terms and Conditions

New Customers Only. Bet £10+ on any sportsbook market at odds of evens (2.00) or greater, within 7 days of registration. Get a £10 ACCA Free Bet (3+ selections), valid for 7 days. UK 18+ T&Cs Apply | GambleAware.org |Gamble Responsibly.

Betgoodwin >> 50% Back On First Day Losses as Free Bet

Terms and Conditions

18+. 50% of first day losses refunded as a free bet. To be credited within 24 hours. Max free bet per customer £25. Minimum of 3 bets of £10 or more on separate events at odds of evens (2.0) or bigger to qualify.

Unibet >> £40 Money Back plus £10 Casino Free Bet

Key T&Cs

New customers only. Min deposit £10. Money back as bonus if first bet loses. Wagering requirements: all sportsbook 3x at min. odds of 1.40 (2/5), casino 50x. Unless forfeited the sportsbook bonus must be wagered before using the casino bonus. Bonus expires 7 days after opt-in. Full T&Cs apply

Tips To Use Aintree Offers

Plenty of bookmakers will roll out special offers during the Grand National Festival. However, always make sure that you read the key terms and conditions before committing to that offer.

Using the right promo code is often be essential. Always check the minimum odds required to fulfil the terms of the offer, and watch out for expiry times and dates listed in the terms and conditions.

Most bookmaker promotions are subject to terms and conditions, and may change at any time. Always check the bookmaker's website for the latest promotion details.

Gamble Responsibly

Gambling should be fun and not a way to make money. Only bet what you can afford to lose. If you need support, visit BeGambleAware.org or contact the National Gambling Helpline.