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A general donation to Great Meadow Foundation helps sustain and steward one of the most iconic open spaces in the region. Your unrestricted gift supports everything that makes Great Meadow thrive—today and for future generations.

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Preserve and protect 374 acres of open space in the heart of Virginia’s Piedmont
Maintain and improve world-class field sport and equestrian facilities
Support year-round programming, from steeplechase races and polo to school rocket launches and cultural festivals
Provide a gathering place for community connection and celebration
Unrestricted gifts give us the flexibility to meet urgent needs, care for the land, and invest in long-term impact.

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Largest steeplechase event in the country returns to Virginia this month

On Saturday, October 25, when the flag drops and the announcer proclaims “They’re off!” – it will mark the 88th running of the International Gold Cup races. With more than 40,000 attendees, it’s one of the largest steeplechase events in the U.S. and one of the largest...

Hurdle trials at Great Meadow map new course ahead of fall circuit

A hurdle “trials” was held Sept. 13 at Great Meadow, designed by National Steeplechase Association President Al Griffin as an unsanctioned, preseason schooling opportunity for inexperienced steeplechase horses that allowed horsemen to practice over the newly routed...

Gold Cup returns to Great Meadow

The international Gold Cup, one of the largest steeplechase events in the United States, returns to Great Meadow in Fauquier County on Saturday, Oct. 25. Gates open at 10 a.m. with the first race at noon. Tickets are for sale online with special packages and...

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