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THE Derby will take place at Epsom TODAY as 19 horses take to the iconic track in a bid to win one of the most prestigious races in the world.

And you will notice each horse has a number on them to track during the big race. Follow yours with the FULL list of runners and numbers for the Derby below…

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The iconic Epsom Derby will take place today[/caption]

1 Al Wasl Storm

Jockey: David Probert

Trainer: Owen Burrows

2 Damysus

Jockey: James Doyle

Trainer: John & Thady Gosden

3 Delacroix

Jockey: Ryan Moore

Trainer: A P O’Brien

4 Green Storm

Jockey: Billy Loughnane

Trainer: Charlie Johnston

5 Lambourn

Jockey: Wayne Lordan

Trainer: A P O’Brien

6 Lazy Griff

Jockey: Christophe Soumillon

Trainer: Charlie Johnston

7 Midak

Jockey: Mickael Barzalona

Trainer: F-H Graffard

8 New Ground

Jockey: Alexis Pouchin

Trainer: H-F Devin

9 Nightime Dancer

Jockey: Jamie Spencer

Trainer: Richard Hannon

10 Nightwalker

Jockey: Tom Marquand

Trainer: John & Thady Gosden

11 Pride Of Arras

Jockey: Rossa Ryan

Trainer: Ralph Beckett

12 Rogue Impact

Jockey: Luke Morris

Trainer: James Owen

13 Ruling Court

Jockey: William Buick

Trainer: Charlie Appleby

14 Sea Scout

Jockey: Harry Davies

Trainer: Simon & Ed Crisford

15 Stanhope Gardens

Jockey: Hector Crouch

Trainer: Ralph Beckett

16 Tennessee Stud

Jockey: Dylan Browne McMonagle

Trainer: Joseph Patrick O’Brien

17 The Lion In Winter

Jockey: Colin Keane

Trainer: A P O’Brien

18 Tornado Alert

Jockey: Oisin Murphy

Trainer: Saeed bin Suroor

19 Tuscan Hills

Jockey: David Egan

Trainer: Raphael E Freire

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A responsible gambler is someone who:

• Establishes time and monetary limits before playing
• Only gambles with money they can afford to lose
• Never chase their losses
• Doesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry or depressed
• Gamcare – gamcare.org.uk
• GambleAware – GambleAware.org

Read our guide on responsible gambling practices.

For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to gamstop.co.uk to be excluded from all UK-regulated gambling websites.

AS June emerges and the school summer holidays loom, The National Trust has revealed its top events for the summer.

From houses to gardens, The National Trust has hundreds of sites – all with different histories and stories.

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The National Trust will be hosting ‘Summer of Play’ across 180 places this summer[/caption]

Across 180 National Trust places for the six weeks of the school summer holidays, there will be Summer of Play.

This includes gardens and parks jam-packed with free drop-in activities and playful experiences.

Some venues will have mini stages, others will have meadow mazes.

Families will also be able to build dens, experiment in craft corners, learn circus skills, visit pirate lairs, experience sensory spaces and burrow in cost reading nooks.

Summer of Play activities are included within admission and there’s no need to book.

Tom Freshwater, head of visitor programming at The National Trust has picked out some of the top events on this summer.

Summer of Play at Seaton Delaval Hall, Northumberland

Seaton Delaval may have been one of the architect Sir John Vanbrugh’s smallest country houses, but it was home to the larger-than-life Delaval family.

Tom explained: “Known as the ‘Gay Delavals’ due to their high spirited and flamboyant lifestyle, an invitation to one of their parties was the hottest ticket in town.

“In an age notorious for extremes of behaviour, they stood apart as the most notorious of all Georgian partygoers and pranksters.

“Like a party from the Delavals’ Georgian heyday, expect the unexpected with pop up Summer of Play activities throughout the summer.”

There will be drop-in circus activities, experts with mini circus performances and demonstrations and a recycled junk orchestra.

In addition, children can head to the Delaval Playdium play area with multi-level stages, pulleys and leavers which allow ‘productions’ to be brought to life.

Tom added: “See who’s competitive in hobby horse races, or delve into a chest full of sports kit and ball games, plus table tennis and badminton and traditional games like tower block building or four-in-a-row.”

Also, every Friday in the Community Kitchen Garden, there will be the chance to harvest and get crafty with nature – or curl up in the sheltered story corner, with Young Gardeners.

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Activities include crafting, outdoor games and book nooks[/caption]

Summer of Play at Chirk Castle, Wrexham

Steeped in 700 years of history and nestled in the atmospheric Welsh Marches, Chirk Castle is a magnificent 13th Century Medieval fortress that later became a family home for over 400 years.

Tom shared: “With far-reaching views over the Cheshire and Shropshire plains, 480 acres of working farmland and 4.5 acres of award-winning gardens, Chirk’s estate makes for a stunning backdrop to the perfect summer adventure.

“And of course, no visit would be complete without an exploration of the Medieval castle itself, with stunning gardens, preserved dungeons and state rooms fit for a king.”

This summer, families can head to Chirk Castle’s Big Play Adventure – an outdoor experience for young adventurers.

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There will even be opportunities to harvest from gardens or participate in a hobby horse race[/caption]

There will be four themed zones to be explored, inspired by the estate itself – Forest, Meadow, Stream and Kitchen Garden.

“Each zone is packed with interactive activities designed to spark imagination and encourage active play,” Tom added.

“From den building and designing your own obstacle course to relaxing in the mindfulness zone and engaging in imaginative play, there’s hands-on fun for everyone.

“Finish your adventure by climbing the straw bale lookout posts to admire your creative efforts from above.”

Summer of Play at Hanbury Hall, Worcesterhsire

Hanbury Hall is a country retreat in the heart of Worcestershire.

“This year’s Summer of Play [at Hanbury Hall] is inspired by the magnificent wall paintings inside the Hall, and the Victorian fetes held by the Vernon family,” Tom revealed.

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There will be areas for smaller children too[/caption]

“Challenge your family to play traditional fete games including coconut shy, hoopla, and tin can alley.

“Dance around a giant maypole, dress up as historic characters and put on your own show, and get your heart pumping with games of football, badminton, and cricket.”

Amongst the activities, there will also be opportunities for smaller children to let off steam, including a play area, building blocks, rocker bikes, balance boards and a sensory table.

Events include circus skills, face painting and bracelet making too.

The National Trust also recently revealed its top family-friendly attractions for May half term with fairytale castles and ‘book jungles’.

Plus, The National Trust’s best free attractions to visit this summer – from sky gardens to ‘city oasis’ parks.

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All activities will be included in admission and do not need to be booked[/caption]

HAY fever season has well and truly arrived.

And with a staggering 16million Brits affected, it’s no wonder we are always on the lookout for a miracle cure.

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Some people swear by honey as a natural hay fever remedy, but does it really work?[/caption]

A growing number of TikTok influencers – and some family members – claim local honey is the wonder hack guaranteed to ease your itchy eyes and runny nose.

And a quick social media or Google search brings up dozens of posts claiming that a spoonful is all it takes to provide the relief you need.

The theory is that local honey contains small amounts of pollen from nearby plants, and by consuming it, your immune system becomes accustomed to the pollen, reducing sensitivity and the severity of reactions over time.

But is there any scientific research to back up the claims?

Sadly, GP Dr Helen Wall says the evidence is “slim”. 

“Some small studies and anecdotal reports suggest that locally sourced, unprocessed honey might reduce symptoms,” she tells Sun Health.

“It is based on the idea that it could act like a natural desensitisation process.

“Desensitisation is a therapy that can be used to cure allergies by slowly introducing the allergen in small amounts so the immune system can get used to it.

“But controlled clinical trials are lacking and systematic reviews do not support honey as an effective treatment for hay fever.”

Despite what you may hear, honey does not work like an antihistamine.

“Antihistamines are medications that block histamine receptors which then prevent the release of a chemical called histamine, which is released when your body thinks it has come across a threat,” Dr Wall says.

“It is meant to be a protective mechanism, but in people with allergies, histamine is triggered unhelpfully and this is what causes allergy symptoms. 

“Honey does not block histamine receptors so it doesn’t work in the same way as many medications would.”

And if you stop taking your usual medicine, you may find your symptoms worsen. 

“If someone relies solely on honey, they may suffer from poorly controlled hay fever which can impair sleep, concentration and quality of life,” Dr Wall says.

“It often builds up over time, so getting on top of it early can be beneficial. 

“I recommend starting antihistamines and steroid sprays four weeks before hay fever starts in those known to suffer.

“In people with allergic asthma, untreated hay fever can worsen respiratory symptoms and trigger asthma.”

Some patients will swear by local honey, and I don’t doubt their experience, but medically I can’t explain it nor recommend it

Dr Sophie FarooqueConsultant allergist

Dr Sophie Farooque, a consultant allergist at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and one of the UK’s leading allergy experts, says that while local honey may be “delicious” and soothe a scratchy throat, there is little scientific evidence that it will reduce symptoms.

“The theory that honey may help stems from the idea that pollens contained in honey will desensitise you,” she says.

“However the pollen in honey is from flowers and not from the pollen that causes hay fever, which is from tree, grass and weed pollens.”

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Many of us are plagued by constant sneezing when the pollen count is high[/caption]

A 2002 study by the University of Connecticut compared taking a tablespoon of locally produced, unfiltered honey with a tablespoon of nationally produced pasteurised honey, and honey flavoured corn syrup (the placebo) in patients with hay fever. 

None of the three groups noticed a reduction in the symptoms. 

Further research in Malaysia evaluated 40 patients with hay fever and divided them into two groups. Half ate honey and half did not.

“Those who consumed the honey noticed a very slight reduction in symptoms compared to those that didn’t, but participants had to eat a jar a week every day for months and the pollen in Malaysian honey will be different to the UK,” Dr Farooque adds.

“Some patients will swear by local honey, and I don’t doubt their experience, but medically I can’t explain it nor recommend it. 

“There isn’t good data and scientifically, it doesn’t make sense. 

“If patients want to go drug-free then saline rinses have far stronger evidence and I often suggest these.

“Of course eat honey for pleasure, but not in the belief that by doing so you are desensitising yourself and reversing the common immunological processes that cause seasonal allergies. It’s a myth.”

While it might not help with your hay fever sniffles, honey does of course have other health benefits. 

Researchers at the University of Oxford found it can effectively relieve cough and cold symptoms. 

It also contains vitamins, minerals, enzymes and phytochemicals, which are anti-inflammatory and contain cancer-fighting antioxidants.

But that doesn’t mean it’s good for everyone, as it’s also very high in sugar.

Dietitian Emma Shafqat said one tablespoon contains around 6g, so she recommends consuming it “in moderation”.

Excess sugar intake can contribute to tooth decay, weight gain and blood sugar spikes, so people with diabetes should take particular care.

Emma added that honey should not be given to children under the age of one as there is a risk of botulism – a rare but serious condition where the body’s nerves are attacked by a toxin.

MY TEST

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HAVING suffered from hay fever since I was a teenager, I was keen to put this theory to the test. 

While the evidence is scant, lots of people swear by honey so I was hopeful it might have some effect. 

First of all, I had to work out how much to take. 

Researchers recommend around 1g per kilogram of body weight daily. For a person weighing 80kg, this is four tablespoons a day. 

I weigh about 60kg so that means around 2.8 tbsp. 

That’s quite a lot and I was concerned about the extra sugar in my diet. But if it could stop the itchy eyes and sneezing, I was happy to give it a go!

I bought a jar of Kentish honey from a farm shop near me. It wasn’t cheap, costing a whopping £8.45. 

I started taking some in the morning with breakfast and stopped taking my antihistamines.

Quercetin is a flavonoid found in apples, onions and berries. It has anti-inflammatory and antihistamine-like effects

Dr Helen WallGP

I definitely loved having it in my porridge, but I’m not sure it had any effect. 

The pollen count was exceptionally high on the week of the test and my itchy eyes and sneezing continued as normal. 

I struggled to sleep because of it too and after seven days, I had to go back on the antihistamines as I looked as though I’d been crying.

I admit to being disappointed. I’d far rather have taken honey to ease my symptoms than medication. But it just didn’t do the job.

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Scientists say local honey likely won’t help treat your itchy eyes[/caption]

DO ANY NATURAL REMEDIES WORK?

SO honey doesn’t work, but what else can you try? 

Nasal irrigation is the “strongest contender” for a natural hay fever remedy, according to Dr Wall. 

She says a saline rinse may flush out allergens and reduce congestion. As a treatment, it is safe and low risk.

But there are other options to try. 

“Quercetin is a flavonoid found in apples, onions and berries,” Helen says. 

“It has anti-inflammatory and antihistamine-like effects. 

“Again there is limited evidence in humans but there have been some positive results in reducing nasal symptoms in particular, and these are foods which are good for you anyway.”

Some studies have also found spirulina (blue-green algae) may work as a treatment. 

It’s thought to reduce allergic rhinitis symptoms and it’s an anti-inflammatory and an antioxidant.

A 2018 Chinese study also recommended acupuncture as an effective treatment, particularly for nasal congestion and sneezing.

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