Elland Road Greyhound Stadium, Greyhound racing stadium in Leeds, England.
Elland Road Greyhound Stadium was a racing venue in Leeds featuring an oval track circuit of about 414 yards with an electric hare system. The facility hosted greyhound races of varying distances for competition.
The stadium opened in 1927 and operated as a racing venue for more than 50 years before closing in 1982. It served the local sporting community throughout much of the 20th century.
The venue drew crowds who gathered for the excitement of greyhound racing on regular race nights throughout the week. Spectators came to watch the dogs compete and experience the energy of live sporting events.
The venue is no longer in operation and the site is not accessible to visitors today. Those interested in the history should seek out local archives or historical records for information.
Notable greyhounds set track records at the venue during the 1940s, with dogs like Hipicoleum leaving their mark on the facility. These performances demonstrated the competitive standard of racing that took place there.
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