Second annual GBGB National Greyhound Week is a big success

THE second annual National Greyhound Week (NGW) came to an end on Sunday after seven days of thrilling racing and special NGW events staged at tracks across the country. 

Throughout the week, GBGB licensed tracks immersed themselves in NGW celebrations, welcoming new and existing visitors. 

Tracks offered a range of promotions to engage local audiences which led to record levels of attendance at some venues.

In particular, stadia used the week to highlight the sport’s appeal to families, putting on a host of family-friendly activities for children and young people.

Several racecourses, including Crayford, Hove, Romford and the Valley, held a Family Fun Day while tracks also used the opportunity to fundraise for worthwhile causes.

Retireds meet-and-greet the highlight of Valley’s Family day

VALLEY in Ystrad Mynach, around 15 miles north of Cardiff, staged a Family Funday on Sunday as a prelude to the GBGB’s National Greyhound Week. A meet and greet with retired greyhounds was one of the highlights with former track champion Glenmalure Flyer the star of the show. Valley also

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Following its success last year, several tracks once again hosted GBGB’s NGW roadshow where children were able to receive a giveaway of wristbands and rosettes.

Adults were invited to take part in an NGW Trap Challenge to be in with a chance of winning a table for four in the restaurant at a track of their choice. 

The week was also met with positive support and engagement on social media.

In addition, GBGB worked closely with stadia to spotlight some of the sport’s most dedicated and committed families on each day of NGW. 

Reflecting on the week, Mark Moisley, commercial director at GBGB, said: “We are delighted with the reception we had to our second annual National Greyhound Week.

"Our sport really is underpinned by some incredible and dedicated families – working together at kennels and tracks across the country – which is why we wanted to use the opportunity to highlight what a fun and accessible activity greyhound racing is for children, young people and adults alike. 

“It was fantastic therefore to visit tracks throughout the week as part of our NGW Roadshow and see the excitement and enthusiasm of so many new and enduring racegoers.

"A huge thank you to all the tracks, trainers, owners, GBGB team and greyhound ambassadors who put their time and effort into driving the week forward and making it such a success."