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to the Dublin Greyhound Racing Section,
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Welcome
to the Dublin Greyhound Racing Section, in which we include the a guide to
greyhound racing and racecourses in Dublin. Greyhound racing is a very
popular past time in Ireland, with some excellent dogs bred in the country. There are two main racecourses in Dublin, which have regular race meetings, so it should be easy to arrange a night out.
An evening at the "dogs" is an excellent night out, even if you've no interest in racing or betting. There are restaurants and bars available at both venues as well as comfortable indoor viewing
areas where you get an excellent view of the races. When you pay in you are given a race/form guide and you can settle back and make your decisions.
There are 'bookies' walking around who can take your bets so you don't even have to leave the comfort of your seat.
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Shelbourne Park, Dublin |
Even if the betting doesn't appeal at first, once the racing starts you'll find it hard not to join the
shouting at your dog as it rounds the final bend. Definately recommended as a night out, and both stadia offer brilliant facilities.
Below are links to the main courses with information on how to get to them.
The two main courses which are in or around Dublin are listed below, with some general information included...
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SHELBOURNE PARK -
Shelbourne Park is one of the country's best greyhound racing venues, offering superb facilities and great night out. Located a stones throw
from the city centre, in Dublin 4, is also a great advantage. You can get there on the Number 2 or 3 bus or drive as it has parking for 300 cars. Click on the name
for the official site with more info.
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HAROLD'S CROSS -
Harolds Cross has been recently renovated and is another superb racecourse. Its facilities are as good as Shelbourne Park although on a smaller
scale. It is located in Harolds Cross, Dublin 6W and you get there on the numbers 16, 19 and 49 bus routes. There is also a carpark and usually no shortage of
taxis at the end of the night. More info can be got at the Shelbourne Park Website above.
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