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Reading Greyhound Stadium

Reading Greyhound Stadium, also known as Smallmead Greyhound Stadium, is one of four greyhound tracks owned by Stadia UK, one of England's largest greyhound track operator.

Reading Greyhound Stadium has a variety of dining facilities that provide an excellent view of the racing action.

Stadium Capacity: 3,500 spectators

Stadium Data
  • Circumference: 385 meters
  • Distances Raced: 275, 465, 660, 850 and 1045 meters
  • Run to First Bend: 80m (for 465m race)
Stadium Records
  • 275m: Greenfield Box - 16.32 sec. (10/23/82)
  • 465m: Blue Murlen - 27.56 sec. (04/28/97)
  • 465mH: Wisley Wonder - 28.45 sec. (05/22/97)
  • 660m: Lydpal Frankie - 40.71 sec. (05/16/99)
  • 660mH: Gold Splash - 41.95 sec. (04/24/93)
  • 850m: Lady Flyaway - 53.56 sec. (05/03/98)
  • 1045m: Souda Bay - 67.58 sec. (05/03/98)
Major Greyhound Racing Events
  • Reading Masters
  • Hunt Cup

Getting to Reading Greyhound Stadium
Reading Stadium is located at Bennet Road, Smallmead in Reading, 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.