Shawfield Stadium, Greyhound racing stadium in Rutherglen, Scotland
Shawfield Stadium is a greyhound racing venue in Rutherglen near Glasgow. The facility contains four bars, a licensed restaurant, and a cafe with betting windows positioned throughout the grounds for spectators.
The stadium opened in 1898 as the home ground for Clyde Football Club before that team moved away in 1986. The venue then became established as a greyhound racing track serving the local area.
The venue sits in a working area of Rutherglen where dog racing has been part of local life for generations. The track draws regular visitors who gather for the sport and the social experience of race nights.
Racing events occur on designated evenings with seating in both the stands and indoor areas where visitors can watch and place bets. Check ahead for current event dates since scheduling can change seasonally.
The venue hosted a world title boxing match in 1937 when Scottish champion Benny Lynch defended his crown, showing the stadium's role beyond just dog racing. This rare sporting moment remains part of local sports lore.
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