With spring in Chester County comes the local fox hunting tradition and point-to-point races, where Brandywine Hills stands out for its more intimate, kid-friendly event.
The Brandywine Hills Point-to-Point will take place on Sunday, April 5, at the Myrick Center in Pocopson Township. An expanded slate of activities for youth includes metal pounding with renowned jewelry artist, Hattie Weselyk, a “pennies in the hay” game, Lenape Indian lore activities, mural painting, a photo station, and more.
A smaller venue makes it easier to get to the various event elements, connect with neighbors, and keep track of the youngsters. But the intimate setting doesn’t mean inferior racing, as many of the horses use the competition as a preparation for the ultimate race, the Maryland Cup.
Gates open at 11 a.m., adult races start at noon and traverse 318-acres of stunning Chester County scenery vaulting as many as 17 jumps on the course. During a break around 1 p.m., there is a parade of the Radnor Hunt Club’s hounds, always a crowd-pleaser. During the day, younger riders compete in pony races and stick pony races for kids as young as three.
Local resident, Kara Bovard describes the event, “The Point-to-Point is the first outdoor event of the year signaling spring has arrived! The excitement of the races, socializing with our neighbors and spending time at one of our favorite places (Myrick Center), is so much fun.”
This point-to-point is the oldest in the Delaware Valley, and proceeds benefit the Brandywine Red Clay Alliance environmental education and watershed conservation programs. Preferred parking near the finish line costs $50, and general admission parking is $20 per car. Refreshments are available for sale from Saloon 151 and visitors are encouraged to purchase raffle tickets for a chance to win artwork by Bill Ewing, trips to Ireland and St. Maarten, and box seat tickets to the Devon Horse Show.
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