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Perry Barr Greyhound Stadium

Perry Barr Greyhound Stadium is one of the six stadiums owned by the Greyhound Racing Association (GRA). The GRA, one of the largest greyhound-track operators in England, acquired Perry Barr in 2003.

Perry Barr Greyhound Stadium recently underwent a multi-million pound renovation. As a result, it has become one of the most modern and up-to-date greyhound racing stadiums in England.

Perry Barr Greyhound Stadium has numerous restaurants, private boxes, and function rooms.

Stadium Capacity: 1,500 spectators

Stadium Data
  • Circumference: 434 meters
  • Distance Raced: 275, 460, 480, 500, 660, 710, and 895 meters
  • Run to First Bend: 80 meters (4 bends race), 50 meters (6 bends race)
Stadium Records
  • 275m: Meadowbank Paolo - 16.34 sec. (10/05/03)
  • 460m: Velvet Spark - 27.67 sec. (08/01/94)
  • 480m: Burberry Boy - 28.45 sec. (10/02/03)
  • 500m: Toms Lodge - 29.94 sec. (09/25/93)
  • 660m: Drumskea Beauty - 40.69 sec. (10/05/03)
  • 710m: Double Take - 43.21 sec. (10/05/03)
  • 895m: Spenwood Wizard - 56.97 sec. (09/04/00)
Major Greyhound Racing Events
  • Birmingham Cup Trophy
  • Ladbrokes 100 Guineas Trophy

Getting to Perry Barr Greyhound Stadium
Perry Barr Greyhound Stadium is located at Perry Bar Stadium in Aldridge Road, Birmingham, England.
GREYHOUND BETTING TIPS
There are four main considerations in betting on greyhound racing. These are: class, current form, early speed, and trap draw.
GREYHOUND RACING TRIVIA
An average greyhound normally weighs between 65 to 75 pounds. The greyhound is the fastest breed of dog. It can reach a top speed of 45 miles per hour and can average more than 30 miles per hour for distances up to one mile.
GREYHOUND RACING FAQs
Why do greyhounds wear muzzles?
Greyhounds wear muzzles while racing to protect the them from injury. The muzzles prevent them from fighting during the race. Muzzles also help in identifying the winner of close photo-finish races.