The impending end of greyhound racing in Swindon has been met with joy and disappointment.

Greyhound racing will not continue at Swindon’s Abbey Stadium after the end of this year.

Gaming International, which owns the stadium in north Swindon says the meeting on Tuesday, December 30 will be the last at the Blunsdon St Andrew venue.

It brings into doubt the entire future of the stadium which used to host both dog racing and speedway - but speedway has not been held there since before the 2020 lockdown five years ago.

Here’s what you had to say on the matter.

Stefan Wells said: “Sad news for all of those losing their jobs and who have supported the track.

“Best surface to run your racers.

“Swindon turning into one big housing estate and anyone thinking Osbourne will carry through with a new Speedway track, good luck. Speedway finished.”

Helen Gibson said: “Another place gone from Swindon!”

Anne Sandford said: “You bet, they die.”

Nicola Macdonald said: “Best........

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