Greyhound Racing Collection

Greyhound race meeting at the White City. A portion of the crowd watching the parade for the Hornsey Stakes. 1 August 1927

West Ham Stadium EAW209606
West Ham Stadium, Prince Regent Lane, Custom House, Greater London, 1971. Built in 1928 West Ham Stadium was a greyhound racing and speedway track

Greyhound Stadium Vernon Street, Derby just before the last meeting was held. 7th December 1988

Cleveland Park, Middlesbrough, which is being demolished. 8th May 1997

Speedway night at Cleveland Park Stadium in Middlesbrough home to the Boro Bears Speedway Team. 6th April 1994

Amanda Davies and Denise Muiraney exercise some greyhounds at Cleveland Park Stadium in Middlesbrough. 19th February 1981

Cleveland Park Stadium in Middlesbrough. 12th June 1989

Greyhound Racing at Cleveland Park Stadium in Middlesbrough. 5th April 1994

One of the bookies at the White City Greyhound Track keeps an eye on the action on the track. 7th September 1946

Diners enjoying their meal at Belle Vue Greyhound stadium while punters line trails outside waiting for the next race. 23rd September 1976

Clapton Stadium EAW233886
Clapton Greyhound Racing Stadium, Clapton Park, Greater London, 1972

Walthamstow Stadium EAW233869
Walthamstow Greyhound Racing Stadium, Walthamstow, Greater London, 1972

Betting On Dogs
circa 1930: A man placing a bet with a bookmaker at a greyhound race track. (Photo by General Photographic Agency/Getty Images)

Uses of light beams (litho)
585391 Uses of light beams (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Uses of light beams: timing dogs; loaf counting; burglar trap)

The Dog Derby, the Trials for the Waterloo Cup (engraving)
1043997 The Dog Derby, the Trials for the Waterloo Cup (engraving) by Dadd, S.T. (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Dog Derby, the Trials for the Waterloo Cup)

Greyhound trainer with his dog No Stranger at the last meeting at the Derby Greyhound Stadium. 7th December 1988

Cleveland Park Christmas Cup, (from left to right) Howard Piller, Kevin Wright, Jimmy Robinson, Miss Smith, Mrs Piller and winning dog " Mr Solo" at Cleveland Park Stadium in Middlesbrough

Greyhound "Movealong Sam"is on the rostrum after winning Cleveland Park
Greyhound " Movealong Sam" is on the rostrum after winning Cleveland Parks " Carling Black Label Stakes." 6th June 1992

Mr R. L Woodworth of Stockton winning owner of "White Bubbles"
Mr R.L Woodworth of Stockton winning owner of " White Bubbles" 2nd on the left seen receiving the Bookmakers November Handicap final at Cleveland Park on Saturday evening seen receiving

Trainers Ken Nelson and Pam Goldsbrough with two of their charges at Cleveland Park Stadium in Middlesbrough. 20th September 1982

Angela Duncan receives a friendly lick as she grooms one of the greyhounds at Cleveland Park Stadium in Middlesbrough. 27th February 1981

A young race-goer places a bet during a night at the dogs, White City Greyhound Track. 7th September 1946

Norman Johnson receives the Demmy Racing Northern Flat Championship trophy from the sponsors managing director Ken johnston with Mick Bacon, Tony Bacon, kennelhand Andrew Hayes

Greyhound racing at Belle Vue, Manchester, the first track built in Britain when the sport was introduced to Britain in 1926

Powderhall stadium during upgrade May 1988 A©SD
Powderhall stadium during upgrade May 1988 © SD

Kathy Kirby Actress and Feddie Garrity, Jun 1966 at Belle Vue greyhound Racing in Manchester

Greyhound Halfpenny Whistle left starting from the trap whilst in training at Birmingham May 1950 © Mirrorpix

The race manager at the Sunbury on Thames and Park Royal greyhound track checks the identity of the dog against the dogs log book Circa 1950 © Mirrorpix

The race manager at the Sunbury on Thames and Park Royal greyhound track checks the identity of the dao against the dogs log book March 1946 © Mirrorpix

Greyhound Halfpenny Whistle crossing the finishing line whilst in training at Birmingham May 1950 © Mirrorpix

Greyhound racing at Brough Park, Newcastle. 01 / 06 / 95
Greyhound racing at Brough Park, Newcastle. 01/06/95

Greyhounds racing

Greyhound Training
circa 1950: Three trainers prepare their dogs for the nights race at the Wonderland dogtrack, Revere, Massachusetts. (Photo by Orlando /Three Lions/Getty Images)

Painters at work on the White City tote, West London, 1932, (1933). Creator: Unknown
Painters at work on the White City tote, West London, 1932, (1933). The largest tote in the world was erected in the White City stadium in time for the Greyhound Derby of 1932

The Duke of Leeds hounds, 1911. Creator: Maud Earl
The Duke of Leeds hounds, 1911. Runners-up in Waterloo Cup 1898-1900: Lavishly Clothed 1900; Lapal 1899; Lang Syne 1898. Greyhounds which competed in hare coursing

Christmas advert for the White City greyhound track, London, 1932. A print from The Sketch, Christmas number, 1932

Bette Davis May 1963 Actress Special Celebrity Guest at Greyhound Racing All Star charity meeting

Greyhound puppies at Wembly stadium at the start of their training seen here in the starting traps with their mother July 1954 © Mirrorpix

Trials at Harringay greyhound course. One of the dogs taking a hurdle. 24 August 1927

Londons new greyhound racing track opens at Harringay. A general view of the scene on the track on the opening night which was marred by rain. The judges box is in the centre of the picture

In full cry after the hare. A unusual photograph showing greyhounds in pursuit of the hare, with the starting gate in the foreground

After the starting gate has risen. The starting gate has been lifted and the greyhounds are seen starting off during trials at Londons new Greyhound racing track at Harringay. 29 August 1927

Well over. A fine action picture taken during the training exercises at the Harringay Course. 26 August 1927

The White City at night, where illuminated greyhound racing attracts average crowd of 75, 000. The illuminated track at the White City. 8 September 1927

Preparing for the opening of the new greyhound racing track at Harringay. A fine action picture during the trials. 23 August 1927

Londons new greyhound track opens at Harringay. A general view of the scene on the track on the opening night which was marred by rain. The judges box is in the centre of the picture

A view of Crayford Greyhound Stadium. 1 July 1937

Crayford Greyhound Stadium. 1 July 1937

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Greyhound racing has long been a thrilling and popular sport, captivating audiences across the globe. The Greyhound race meeting at the White City was no exception, as a portion of the crowd eagerly gathered to watch the parade. The atmosphere was electric, with anticipation hanging in the air. West Ham Stadium also played host to this exhilarating spectacle, attracting enthusiasts from all walks of life. Clapton Stadium and Walthamstow Stadium were other renowned venues that showcased the speed and agility of these magnificent dogs. However, not all tales end on a high note. Cleveland Park in Middlesbrough witnessed both triumphs and heartaches throughout its existence. On one occasion in 1997, it faced demolition after serving as a hub for greyhound racing for years. Yet memories remained etched within its walls since June 1989 when Greyhound Racing took place there. The excitement reached its peak on April 5th, 1994 when Cleveland Park Stadium hosted another memorable event filled with fierce competition among these graceful canines. Spectators cheered fervently as they watched each dog sprint towards victory. Meanwhile, at the White City Greyhound Track, bookies kept an eagle eye on every twist and turn during races; their expertise guiding punters through their betting choices. Belle Vue Greyhound stadium offered more than just thrilling races - diners relished their meals while punters lined trails nearby. The artistry behind greyhound racing is not limited to physical prowess alone; it extends to technology too. Light beams are skillfully employed to enhance visibility during races—a testament to human ingenuity merging with nature's gracefulness. Even beyond live events or stadiums' confines lies history waiting to be discovered—the Dog Derby Trials for Waterloo Cup being one such example—an engraving capturing moments forever etched into time's tapestry. Greyhound racing is much more than just a sport—it embodies passion, adrenaline-fueled competition, and the indomitable spirit of these incredible dogs.