Newcastle Greyhound Stadium has unveiled grand plans to celebrate National Greyhound Week this month with a bumper programme of family friendly trackside fun.
The Fossway venue will kick-off the fourth annual celebration of the greyhound by handing out 200 free admission tickets to its Thursday evening fixture on August 27, where 12 live races are scheduled.
Focus then switches to the track’s Family Fun Day a day later where children’s entertainment will keep the little ones busy between races and there’ll be an opportunity for visitors to meet a selection of retired greyhounds which are in search of their forever home.
The track will also operate a dedicated Owners Night to thank those who invest in the sport with trophy presentations organised for each race.
Ian Walton, General Manager at Newcastle Stadium, plans for both fixtures to draw hundreds of new racegoers trackside.
“National Greyhound Week has been a great way for tracks across the UK to showcase our sport and celebrate everything greyhound related since its launch three years ago,” said Ian.
“We have plenty of family friendly fun planned and a chance for racegoers to get up close and personal to the stars of the track with 12 live races at our Thursday evening meeting.
“Without owners, our operation simply wouldn’t be possible so we’re looking forward to our dedicated Owners Night as well and welcoming a big crowd to our Thursday fixture on August 27 by launching 200 free tickets which are available on a first come, first served, basis.
“Greyhound racing is a fantastic family and cost friendly evening out, with the greyhounds themselves at the heart of everything we do. For anyone yet to experience the thrill of the chase, National Greyhound Week is the perfect opportunity.”
Details of Newcastle's Family Fun Day on Friday, August 28, can be viewed online via www.newcastle-greyhounds.co.uk/whats-on/friday-28th-august.
Limited free admission tickets for the track’s fixture on Thursday, August 27, are available to book now. Racing begins at 6.37pm, with doors opening at 5.30pm.
