The Elizabeth R. Moran Stewards’ Tower

The Radnor Hunt Races have showcased the best of steeplechase racing in Chester County for 92 years. Thanks to Elizabeth R. “Betty” Moran, all proceeds from the race meet have benefited the open space programs of the Brandywine Conservancy since 1980. Until her passing in January of 2020, Betty was an integral part of the event and the Brandywine by serving on the Board of Directors of the Museum & Conservancy, Chairing the Race committee, hosting sponsor events at her Brushwood Stable, and providing generous financial support.

Betty, like the landmark race tower seen from Providence Road, is part of the rich history of the Radnor Races The iconic three-story stewards’ tower has been an important part of our event since it was built in the early 1990s. Rising over the course, the tower allows the race officials a bird’seye view to see and call the day’s races . It has become a beloved sight for those who live near or travel by Radnor Hunt .

Last spring, with help of the Conservancy, Radnor Hunt launched a $250,000 campaign to repair and restore the tower to ensure its safety and use for generations to come. By December of 2022, through the generous contributions of Radnor Hunt members, race patrons and committee members, approximately half of the funds had been raised .

In January of this year, the Moran Family offered to close the fundraising gap to honor their mother’s life-long dedication to the Radnor Hunt Races. Thanks to their generosity, and the craftsmanship of B & D Builders, the tower will be safe and secure and now known as the Elizabeth R. Moran Tower—a very fitting tribute to someone so well known for her love of horses and philanthropic support in Chester County .

Pony Races

We are pleased to host Pony Races again this year . Organized as lead line races in 2022 by life-long equestrian and Radnor Hunt Races Committee member Anna Coyne, this year’s Pony Races feature four heats: two lead line and two flat races.

Our pony races are open to juniors who have not reached their 16th birthday as of the first of the current year. Mounts to be a minimum of 5 years old . Riders competing in lead line may not also compete in small or large pony flat races. Ribbons are awarded for win, place, show and best turned out .

Children who ride learn self-discipline, patience and responsibility. They also learn to become stewards of the open space required to support all equestrian sports . Please give them—and their parents—a hearty round of applause!

Lead Line Trot Division 1

For riders four years old and younger . Walk and trot only. Approximately 30 yards . Sponsored by Warren Claytor Architects, Inc.

Lead Line Trot Division 2

For riders from five to eight years old. Walk and trot only. Approximately 30 yards. Sponsored by National Bank of Malvern

Small Pony Flat

For small ponies ridden by jockeys who have not reached their 16th birthday as of the 1st of the year. Approximately one to two furlongs (exact distance will be based on entries). Sponsored by Brosnan Dental

Large Pony Flat

For large ponies ridden by jockeys who have not reached their 16th birthday as of the 1 st of the year. Approximately two to four furlongs (exact distance will be based on entries). Sponsored by ENB Wealth Solutions