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| Grand National | |
| Location | Aintree |
|---|---|
| Date | 4 March 1846 |
| Winning horse | Pioneer |
| Starting price | 200/10 |
| Jockey | William Taylor |
| Owner | Mr. Adams |
| Conditions | Good (good to firm in places) |
The 1846 Grand Liverpool Steeplechase, later to become known as the Grand National Steeplechase, was the eighth official annual running of a handicap steeplechase. It took place at Aintree Racecourse near Liverpool on 4 March 1846 and attracted a then-record field of 22 entrants. It was won by the unconsidered outsider Pioneer.
Veluti, ridden by Jem Mason, a rider who had previously won the race in 1839 was sent off as the 11/2 favourite to win while the top weight of 12 stone 8 lbs was given to Firefly, the mount of Larry Byrne.