Category One action in October and promotions from Romford, Central Park and Sheffield

Category One action in October and promotions at Romford, Central Park and Sheffield 

Category One action returns to the London Road circuit Romford in October with the Premier Greyhound Racing Champion Stakes taking centre stage. The £20,000 to the winner will take place on Friday, October 17. 

Last year, New Destiny landed the prize by over five lengths with Noirs News in second and Golden Palace in third. 

During the month of October, Romford Greyhound Stadium will host a Welfare Day. Held in the Pavilion Restaurant between 11am and 3 pm on Thursday, October 16, guests will include Jonathan Hobbs, Kevin Lewis, Dr Lawrence Steed, Carly Philpott, Dr Christain Spring, Dr Ian Anderson and Kevin Stow. 

For further details, email: [email protected]

Paddock Restaurant at Romford Greyhound Stadium  The Paddock Restaurant is available on Friday and Saturday evenings. It is the perfect place to enjoy a three-course meal with tote betting table service – further details can be found – HERE

The Pavilion Restaurant is available on a Friday and Saturday evenings. Enjoy a three-course carvery with tote betting table service and an outdoor terrace to view the racing action. Booking information can be viewed – HERE

Over at Central Park, the Premier Greyhound Racing Kent Derby will take place during October with the final on Saturday, October 18 with £20,000 up for grabs in the Category One competition. 

Droopys Display landed the event in 2024 with a track record 28.45 run in the final, beating odds-on favourite King Memphis who finished second.

General Admission & Group Packages at Central Park Greyhound Stadium.

With trackside admission, you can get close to the action at Central Park Greyhounds. Come along and pay at the door or book your ticket online in advance for faster admission. Bringing your friends or family? Why not check out the Winning Deal, where you can get your admission, a drink and some food for a discounted price!

All offers and deals at Central Park Greyhounds can be viewed — HERE

All Hospitality and Winning Deal packages require booking in advance. It is advised that restaurant packages are also booked in advance as Central Park Greyhounds cannot guarantee walk-ins.

Trackside tickets for evening race meetings can be purchased at the turnstiles, but they advise booking in advance to speed up admission to the stadium. For morning meetings, booking in advance is not required.

Central Park Stadium accepts cash and card payments at the turnstiles, and the bars/food outlets. The tote is a cash-only service.

At the Owlerton stadium, Sheffield, all eyes will be on the BresBet Steel City Cup final on Sunday, October 19, with the Category One final worth £11,500 to the winner. 

Wicky Ned took the race in 2024 in a thrilling finish with Links Maverick in second, beaten a short head. It was half a length back to Bombay The Joker in third.

During the month of October, Sheffield Greyhound Stadium will be offering a Sunday Lunch deal, making it the perfect family destination.

Whether you’re looking to celebrate a milestone event, birthday, anniversary, Christening, or simply a meal out for two, Owlerton Stadium has a dining experience available that is perfect for any event. 

The exclusive Sunday Lunch Dining offer at Sheffield Greyhound Stadium includes two courses from £22 for adults and two courses from £12 for kids! Not only this, but if you pre-order your meal with online, you receive a dessert for free! With food served from 1:30pm, and the trackside bar serving Sunday Trio packages, you can enjoy a twist on the classic Sunday lunch at Owlerton.

Race packages start from as little as £7 per person, ensuring a cracking time at The Dogs is affordable for all. 

Sheffield don’t just put on electric racing action; their race packages have everything you need for a great night out. Whether you prefer a sumptuous restaurant meal or tuck into a delicious bar food meal trackside, Owlerton Stadium serves top-class entertainment and dining options to suit everyone.

Try a Sunday Trio from the Sheffield Greyhound Stadium snack bar!

Choose Beef (roast beef sandwich, roast potatoes or chips, and a drink) or Chicken (crispy chicken strips, chips, and a drink) – all from just £7. Every trio includes admission and a race card. Prefer not to pre-book? The snack bar will still be open with classic track-side snacks and drinks.

Details for all the deals at Sheffield Greyhounds can be found - HERE