At 10 years old, he won the world's greatest steeplechase at Aintree Racecourse in 1984.
He spent the last 13 years of his life in Nateby, near Garstang, as the principal resident of the Thoroughbred Rehabilitation Centre. He was a popular animal with both visitors and residents at the TRC.
On the advice of vets, he was put to sleep this week in the presence of the centre's founder Carrie Humble MBE and her staff.
Carried said, "I never thought I'd even see a Grand National winner, never mind look after one for 13 years. To have had Dan for so long, and for him to still be enjoying his days was a rare privilege.''
"In my world, Dan led the pack and always will. I will never know another horse like him.''
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