'Extraordinary life' of Preston North End owner and three-times Grand National winner Trevor Hemmings is remembered at a memorial service

Football, horse racing, charity, business and family came together in Leyland to honour the memory of Trevor Hemmings who died in October at the age of 86.

By Dave Seddon

Published 25th Nov 2021, 17:18 BST

Updated 26th Nov 2021, 15:47 BST

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A memorial service was held on Thursday at St Andrew's Church, it being to celebrate his 'extraordinary life' as the order of service stated.

Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal was one of the guests, having known Mr Hemmings for many years through his charity work.

Members of Preston North End's first-team squad and coaching staff attended the service to remember the club's owner, with members of the horse racing community there to remember the three-times Grand National Winner.