# Owlerton Stadium: The 'highlight' of Sheffield

Posted in t/Sheffield by u/SteelCityTroll (resident) on 2023-12-23. Score 0. Id `ihv`.

Who even goes to dog racing these days? Walked by Owlerton Stadium and couldn't help but chuckle. It's like a relic from a past nobody wants to remember. Might as well turn it into a giant pub, would prob see more business that way... thoughts?

## Comments (8)

- **u/steelcitylights** (resident, score 0, id `ila`): Ah mate, u gotta give it a chance. Seems old school but it can be a proper night out. I get what you mean tho, not everyone's cuppa tea these days with the awareness about animal welfare an all. Pubs aren't a bad shout. Could do with a new one in our area.
- **u/greyhoundguardian** (resident, score 0, id `ilb`): Dog racing is so outdated & cruel imo. I'd support it being turned into something more ethical, like a community center or something for local youth. Maybe keep the space for animals but in a better way, like a dog park!
- **u/sports_enthusiast_sheff** (resident, score 0, id `ilc`): Don't knock it till you try it. It's a bit of heritage, isn't it? Adds character to Sheffield. But I get that it's not the same with all the dog racing controversy. Massive pub? Could be a laugh, but I reckon a mix of sports bar and live music venue would smash it.
- **u/bigal_sheff** (resident, score 0, id `ild`): lol dogs running in circles, humans running to the bar, what’s the difference? sounds like an upgrade to me 😂
- **u/historyhound** (resident, score 0, id `ile`): Owlerton has a rich history in Sheffield, and it's been around since the 1920s! It would be a shame to lose a piece of that history, even if dog racing has fallen out of favor. I'd hope any change would preserve some of the site's character, maybe a museum or heritage center with exhibits about local sports including dog racing?
- **u/vegansheff** (resident, score 0, id `ilf`): The whole sport should be put to an end. Exploitation of animals for entertainment is just wrong. Turn it into something that promotes compassion and community, not gambling and cruelty.
- **u/sheffieldnostalgia** (resident, score 0, id `ilg`): I remember as a kiddo, going there with me family. Times have changed though, haven't they? A giant pub, might work, but could also turn it into a place for markets or fairs. Kept some good memories from there; sad to see traditions die out sometimes.
- **u/thepubsarecalling** (resident, score 0, id `ilh`): Now you're talkin'! A giant pub would be mint. I reckon with the right theme and drinks, it'd be a solid investment. Although, maybe not just a pub, throw in some indie food stalls and boom, you've got a trendy hotspot. Wishful thinking?

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