Sunderland Greyhound Stadium can confirm details of its racing schedule for 2024, with Friday night racing headlining four weekly fixtures starting in the new year.
The Newcastle Road venue will open its doors on Friday evenings and Sunday mornings plus Monday and Wednesday afternoons with all fixtures forming part of the Premier Greyhound Racing schedule launching on January 1, 2024.
Headlining Sunderland’s calendar will be two Category One competitions – the highest grade of UK greyhound racing – with the Arena Racing Company Grand Prix taking centre stage through April.
The venue’s Category One programme for 2024 concludes in November with the 17th running of the Arena Racing Company Classic.
General Manager Joanne Wilson said the schedule will deliver a strong mix of graded, open and competition races for racegoers to enjoy.
“We’ve experienced a bumper year on and off track with two new Category One champions crowned plus a greater focus on our work with several local charities by raising funds and awareness of their work,” said Joanne.
“Retaining our popular Friday evening and Sunday daytime slots is a positive move given how they’ve been installed in our calendar through this year and work well socially for our racegoers and much-valued owners.
“For families and groups of friends or colleagues yet to experience live greyhound racing, we’d highly recommend a visit trackside in the new year. The action is fast and there are plenty of opportunities to meet the stars of the track, learn more about the life of a racing greyhound and see how they make great pets in retirement.”
Admission on Friday evenings and Sunday daytime fixtures is priced £7 for adults with U18s costing only £1. Trackside packages and restaurant bookings are also available to purchase via the venue’s website by clicking here.
2024 Sunderland fixtures
Monday afternoons – first race 1.57pm.
Wednesday afternoons – first race 2.04pm.
Friday evenings – first race 7.16pm.
Sunday mornings – first race 10.54am.
