Wimbledon stadium

Remembering Frank Melville and George Bradnock

A big thanks to former Hall Green, Wimbledon, and Coventry Racing Manager Simon Harris, who returned to Plough Lane for the unveiling of the Mick The Miller mosaic at its new ...

15 June 2024

Wimbledon Memories Brought to Life in Documentary Premiere

The premiere of "Going To The Dogs" took place on Saturday afternoon, offering invited guests a nostalgic journey through the cherished history of Wimbledon Stadium. This ...

08 June 2024

Wimbledon Premiere – One Afternoon Only

On Saturday, the Wimbledon in Sporting History organisation will host the premiere of their highly anticipated film celebrating the rich history of greyhound racing at the ...

30 May 2024

Wimbledon dogs – an oral history

The 23 interviews that form the Wimbledon Greyhound Racing oral history project are now available to be heard. Organiser Jonathan Buckley said: “These are extremely interesting ...

09 March 2024

An overview of the main greyhound races in the United Kingdom

Dog races are a popular event in British stadiums, with winners typically earning between £100 and £400. While these races feature dogs of average ability and training, they ...

20 July 2024

Spectre II and Tric Trac: A Fantastic Duo That Was Impossible to Beat

SPECTRE II was born in February 1965 at Leo Stack's kennels in Duagh, County Kerry. He was the offspring of a litter that is primarily considered to be among the most ...

07 July 2024

Claude Gardiner — a unique greyhound trainer of his time

Claude Gardiner, a prominent figure in greyhound racing, enjoyed remarkable success as a trainer over several decades. Renowned for his achievements, including training the ...

18 March 2024