Fantastic Owlerton Greyhound Betting Sites

Being only a few miles from Sheffield, Owlerton is a popular destination for stag do’s and hen do’s. The venue is also a favourite venue for birthdays, given that when you register online with Owlerton, you can celebrate the occasion in style with a free 3-course meal in the restaurant or you can bag yourself a “6 pack” which consists of free admission, a drink, 2 bets and a basket meal.

Stadium Facilities

A great deal has changed at Owlerton since ‘Carbrook Ted’ won the Oxford Stakes by two lengths on opening night in 1932. The venue has spent massively on a modernisation project, and as a result, the facilities at Owlerton are state of the art. One of the highlights must be the Panorama Bar, which, as its name suggests, gives an unobstructed view of the finish line. Serving perhaps Yorkshire’s finest hot roast pork sandwiches accompanied by roast potatoes, regular visitors will tell you this alone is worth the visit. The bar also has its own Tote booth, so you don’t need to miss any of the action.

If you want to get up close and personal to the action, then the Paddocks Bar is the place to be. Featuring a trackside terrace, you can enjoy a drink or snack while being as close to the action as humanly possible. Alternatively, you can relax in the glass-fronted Panorama Restaurant and let a Tote runner place your bets while you sit back and enjoy the action. Unlike some other venues, when you book a table to watch Owlerton greyhounds, the table is yours for the duration of the event with no set dining times, allowing you to eat what you want when you want.

Owlerton Greyhounds – Track Events

Greyhound racing takes place on Tuesday, Friday and Saturday evenings. On Tuesdays the doors open at 6pm with the first race starting at 6:22pm and the last race at 9:50pm. On Friday the first race starts at 7:30pm, and the last race is at 10.30pm. On Saturday the action starts earlier with the first race at 6.09pm, and like Friday, the last race is at 10.30pm. Owlerton also offers afternoon racing. This takes place on Monday and Thursday, and for both days the first race is at 2:08pm with the last race starting at 6.11pm.

There are over 260 meetings per year at Owlerton greyhound track with races taking place over 280m, 362m, 480m, 500m, 660m, 720m, 915m and 934m distances. The track and stadium are owned by A&S Leisure Group. In 2018 they signed a deal with Arena Racing Company who own 16 racecourses in Great Britain. This deal ensured that high profile races such as the Steel City Cup, the Northern Sprint and the Three Steps to Victory races continued at Owlerton.

Interesting Facts about the Owlerton Stadium

During the summer months, visitor numbers surge at Owlerton, with over 4,000 extra visitors through the door. What is unique about these guests is that 50% are women and such is the popularity of the venue with female customers that the stadium introduced the country’s only greyhound racing Ladies Day. The event which takes place each July is so popular that the event organisers warn people to book in advance as it usually sells out very quickly. Perhaps to appease the many who are unable to go in person, the event is now live streamed each year via Owlerton Stadium’s Facebook page.

Racecourse Information:
First Held:	1932	Owlerton Stadium Racecourse The view of the Owlerton track
Max. Race Distance:	934m
Surface:	Sand
Top Event:	Steel City Cup
Average Temperature:	13°C
Grandstand Capacity:	1,700

The history of Owlerton Stadium is an intriguing one as the venue was initially built for the sole purpose of motorbike speedway. When the stadium first opened in 1929 over 15,000 spectators flocked to watch dirt track racing at an event called The Golden Helmut. However, within a year visitor numbers had severely dwindled. The owners went bankrupt and the stadium was closed. A bid of £1,000 was accepted from a group of greyhound enthusiasts by the official receivers for the stadium, and the first greyhound race took place at Owlerton in 1932.

Racing continued at the venue until 1989 when the stadium was once again closed. This time it was on the orders of the local authority that punters had to find an alternative track, as they deemed the stadium didn’t meet safety standards. The check was prompted due to the tragic events at nearby Hillsborough, the home of local football team Sheffield Wednesday, where 96 football fans died in the FA Cup semi-final clash between Liverpool and Nottingham Forest. The stadium closure was only temporary though, and racing resumed later that year. Two years later, a £3 million refurbishment secured the future of the venue.

The Best Site for Owlerton Dog Racing

Sheffield has a reputation as being a great place to visit, and with the excellent facilities on offer at the Owlerton greyhound betting venue, it is easy to see why. While not as overly family friendly as some venues, it is certainly fun friendly and a great place to celebrate a special occasion or to meet up with friends. It is well worth checking what promotions are running as they have some great package deals that can save you money on the day. And if cost-cutting is your thing, it is free to visit Owlerton on the first Tuesday of every month.

Even if you are unable to visit Owlerton, you can still get a taste of the action by live streaming the races at one of the trusted bookies featured on this site. Each operator has been rigorously tested, and only those that meet our high standards get our approval. You can be further assured by the fact that they are licensed and regulated by the UK Gambling Commission.