UK Greyhound Tracks: Where to Enjoy a Night at the Dogs

A Night Out at the Dogs

If you’ve ever been to the dogs, you’ll know there’s something special about a night at the track. The roar of the crowd, the traps opening, the quick burst of the hare… it’s a proper night out. Greyhound racing is spread across the UK and each stadium has its own character, regulars and stories. Let’s take a little tour of where you can catch the action.

Down on the south coast, you’ve got Brighton and Hove, one of the classic venues in the sport. It’s been around for decades and still draws in a big crowd on race nights.

Heading east, Central Park in Kent keeps things buzzing in the South East, while further north you’ll find Doncaster, a favourite for Yorkshire racegoers. Not too far away, Kinsley and Sheffield (Owlerton) are keeping the Yorkshire racing scene lively too.

Essex is a real hotspot for the dogs like Harlow and Romford is one of the busiest tracks in the country - there’s barely a night when something’s not happening there.

Over in the Midlands, Monmore Green in Wolverhampton is always a great night out choice Sadly, Perry Barr in Birmingham has closed its doors, but the region hasn’t been left out - Dunstall Park has recently opened keeping racing alive in the city.

The North East is absolutely packed with tracks: Newcastle, Sunderland and Star Pelaw all keep the sport thriving in that part of the country. And if you swing across to the East Midlands, Nottingham is right there - a track that’s even hosted the famous English Greyhound Derby.

Head a bit further west and you’ll come across Swindon, which has been around for years and still pulls in the crowds on big nights like the Final of the BGBF Produce Stakes. If you’re after something a bit grander, Towcester in Northamptonshire is about as modern and impressive as they come - it’s currently the home of the English Derby.

And don’t forget about Wales. Valley Greyhounds is still going strong, flying the flag there. 

Finally, you’ve got Yarmouth in Norfolk - perfect for combining a summer evening’s racing with some fish and chips.

Plan Your Night at the Dogs

Of course, the picture’s always changing. Some tracks close, others reopen. Oxford is a great example of a comeback story, while Suffolk Downs is getting ready to reopen in 2025.

So whether you’re after a big modern venue like Towcester, a seaside trip to Yarmouth, or a lively night at Romford, there’s still plenty of choice if you fancy a night at the dogs.

And if you’re wondering where they all are, don’t worry - we’ve put together a handy little infographic so you can spot every track on the map. Even better, we’ve got all the links in one place so you can head straight to the stadium’s website and book your night out.

Because let’s be honest - there’s nothing quite like a night at the dogs.

A Map of all the Greyhound Tracks in the UK