One of Britain’s oldest greyhound race tracks is ready to be demolished after internet hosting its final ever race on Sunday.
The Henlow Stadium in Bedfordshire opened in 1927 and is ready to be demolished after makes an attempt to increase Henlow Racing Limited’s lease failed. In a blow to the game and racing within the native space, the stadium is ready to be demolished to make means for as much as 75 houses after builders had been granted planning permission in 2020.
Just in need of its centenary yr, Henlow Stadium welcomed common crowds to eating places and bars contained in the venue. They additionally educated 2015 English Greyhound Derby champion Rio Quattro, who landed the successful prize of £250,000 – the richest ever prize in British greyhound racing on the time.
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The managing director of Henlow Stadium, Kevin Boothby, beforehand spoke of his disappointment on the closure of the monitor however assured trainers they’ll be capable of transfer to different websites, saying: “Naturally we’re devastated with the outcome, which brings an end to almost 100 years of sporting heritage locally.
“We’re working closely with our trainers to ensure everyone has the option to transfer to one of our three other venues – Towcester, Oxford or Suffolk Downs.”
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In December final yr, a courtroom dominated towards the applying to resume the lease of the bottom through which Boothby had wished to convey again main occasions together with the Bedfordshire Derby and switch the venue right into a nightspot for social occasions. But plans had been subsequently accepted to start work on the brand new housing developments.
The restaurant, which was constructed in 2006 at a value of greater than £400,000, and the 1,000-seater stadium should be demolished by April 5, when Henlow Racing loses possession of the land.