Greyhound racing in the United Kingdom
Greyhound racing is a sport in the United Kingdom. The industry uses a parimutuel betting tote system with on-course and off-course betting available. Attendances have declined in recent years, mainly due to the decrease in evening fixtures with the majority of fixtures being held in the daytime.
| Greyhound racing in the United Kingdom | |
|---|---|
Two-time Derby winner Westmead Hawk | |
| Start date | 24 July 1926 at Belle Vue Stadium |
| Nations | England, Scotland & Wales excludes Northern Ireland |
Attendances peaked in 1946 at around 70 million and totalisator turnover reaching £196,431,430. As of January 2024, there are 20 licensed stadiums in the United Kingdom (excluding Northern Ireland) and just one independent stadium (unaffiliated to a governing body).
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