Towcester Racecourse Greyhounds

🐾 FACTS vs FICTION: Despite Animal Aid claims, greyhounds are far from mistreated. Most are raised free-range with their littermates, well-fed and exercised daily. They’re social, often kennelled in pairs and enjoy varied stimulating lives. Learn more in the comments below 👇

🎬Behind the Tracks: Sunderland Home to thrilling night racing and a loyal local following, Sunderland Stadium is a cornerstone of greyhound racing in the North East 🌟 📲 Learn more about race nights, distances and track records in the graphics below.

🎄🐾 Only 85 days to go until Christmas… 👀 Who’s already digging out the festive dog jumpers (or secretly shopping for new ones)? 🐶✨

Two little racers on the gallop - who do you think had more fun? 😍

📖✨ Do you remember this? Back in the 80s, This Greyhound Magazine was a must-read for racing fans - packed with stories, results and all the latest from the tracks🐾🏁 Who else used to flick through these pages? 👀

📺 Irish Greyhound Derby Final – Live Coverage 🏆🐾 This Saturday’s Irish Greyhound Derby Final will be shown live on Virgin Media Three from 9–10pm. 🌍 For fans in the UK & beyond, the action will also be available via the Virgin Media Player: play.virginmediatelevision.ie

🏁 Track Spotlight: Pelaw Grange — @Star_Pelaw A gem in the North East, Pelaw is known for its friendly atmosphere and passionate local support 🐾✨ 📲 Learn more about race days, distances and track records in the graphics below. More info: pelawgrange.co.uk

✨ Throwback Thursday: Irish Derby Edition ✨ “Bockos Diamond is the greatest of all time – he’s won the Derby!” A memorable Derby victory in 2024 that cemented his place in Derby history. Who will take the crown this weekend? 👀

The Final 6 in this Saturday's Boylesports Irish Derby Decider!🌟 Who's your pick for glory! ⁉️👇

🐾 Behind the Lure: How Greyhounds Race 🏁 Ever wondered what keeps the dogs chasing? It’s all down to the mechanical lure system. ⚙️Learn all about The Sumner System and The McGhee System in our helpful guide!

Stories like this show exactly what makes a night at the dogs so special: the thrill of live racing, the friendly atmosphere and those unforgettable memories made with family and friends! 💞 Thanks to Robin for sharing such a great experience @star_pelaw with us!💙

👒✨ It’s Milan Fashion Week – but our greyhound is ready to steal the runway! 🐾 With a wardrobe full of fantastic hats, they’re more than prepared to strut their stuff in style 💃🎩 #GreyhoundStyle #DogFashion #HatCollection #MilanFashionWeek #FashionWeek

Take a look at the top competitors in this evenings Irish Derby Semi-Finals! Who's your pick? ⁉️

🥪 Cheap Sandwiches – the fastest quarter-final winner in the 2025 Irish Derby! He faces a tough test in this week’s semi… Can he book his spot in back-to-back Irish Derby Finals? 👀🏆

🎶 Saturday night plans? Head to Shelbourne Park this Saturday, 20th Sept for a brilliant night of greyhound racing with the Irish Derby Semi-Finals taking place followed by Pop Gods live on stage! 🐾🎤 🎟️ Tickets & info: grireland.ie/go-greyhound-r…

🏆 2023 Irish Derby flashback! #ThrowbackThursday to the 2023 Irish Derby Winner - The Other Kobe!

⏳ Just over a week to go until the Irish Greyhound Derby Final at Shelbourne Park! 🏆🐾 Next Saturday night the stage is set – but who will make it to the big one? 👀 🎟️ Don’t miss it – get your tickets here: 👉 grireland.ie/go-greyhound-r…

🐾 Fancy a night at the dogs? From classic stadiums to modern venues, our guide to UK greyhound tracks has all the info you need - plus a handy map to plan your visit! 👉 greyhoundracinguk.com/article/discov…

Ever wonder what a kennelhand does? 🐾 This week in our Staff Spotlight series, we’re celebrating our incredible kennelhands - the ones who keep our greyhounds happy, healthy and loved every single day. 💙 #StaffSpotlight #KennelHands #Greyhounds

🏁 Track Spotlight: Sheffield — @OwlertonStadium Known for the one-of-a-kind Three Steps to Victory, Sheffield tests speed, stamina and adaptability like no other 🏆 For more info: owlertonstadium.co.uk #GetToKnowTheTracks #SheffieldStadium #ThreeStepsToVictory

🐾 Greyhound Racing Basics 🐾 From sprints to marathons, from A grades to OR's – every race has its own challenge. Here’s a quick guide to the different distances and grades you’ll see on the racing card! 👇