marto
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Post by marto on Sept 2, 2020 19:06:26 GMT
The stock cars are looking at a return to Odsal. My mate was at one of their meetings and it looks like their best option, although there was still talk of an outside chance at the Zoo.
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Post by johncox on Sept 2, 2020 20:00:11 GMT
The only slight hope has got to be salford born fred done.The man is 77 years old.what a legacy he could leave behind. ole baldy wouldn`t let his free greyhound run at the track, think he still bears a grudge when he lost his joint at the track, still we wont hold that against him, he could buy the track and maybe even show the races in his shops... |
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Post by roykeane on Sept 3, 2020 21:43:39 GMT
Was he approached?
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Post by SALFORD GIRL on Sept 4, 2020 15:52:57 GMT
TAKEN FROM 'TWITTER'....Save Belle Vue Stadium.... 'Campaigners Disappointed But Start a New Chapter' After a break because of Covid-19 the campaign is back with purpose. If you haven't already, we urge you to sign the online petition here www.change.org/p/save-belle-vue-stadium/u/27652664to give us a fighting chance. Thank you.
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Post by SALFORD GIRL on Sept 4, 2020 15:58:57 GMT
Campaigners involved with both 'Save Belle Vue Stadium Action Group' and the 'Friends of Belle Vue Stadium' have been left dismayed at the recent consultation process at the stadium. Whilst we were not surprised by the decision, it was still a major disappointment. So now the campaign moves into its next stage..... Finding new investors to take Belle Vue into its Centenary. www.change.org/p/save-belle-vue-stadium/u/27652664 |
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Post by BVADMIN on Sept 8, 2020 15:03:59 GMT
TAKEN FROM 'TWITTER'
TUESDAY 8th SEPTEMBER 2020::::After a couple of false starts due to the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, campaigners trying to save Belle Vue will finally meet with Members of Parliament next Thursday (17th). Michael and Simon are scheduled to meet two MPs one from each political party, to discuss how they can help with the campaign. In the meantime, if you haven't already signed the petition, can we urge you to do so to show the MPs how much we care about the 'Grand Old Lady'. SIGN THE PETITION HERE
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Post by SALFORD GIRL on Sept 9, 2020 22:11:57 GMT
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Post by BVADMIN on Sept 10, 2020 13:16:16 GMT
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THURSDAY 10th SEPTEMBER 2020::::
By Mr Jonathan Hobbs...
Belle Vue Stadium, the famous Manchester venue which is the original home of greyhound racing, is up for sale.
That was the dramatic news from the Friends of Belle Vue Stadium (FOBVS) on Wednesday night as site owners Crown Oil Pension Fund put the freehold for the famous stadium in Gorton up for sale - increasing hopes that the stadium can be saved from demolition.
Formerly owned by the GRA, the track had been leased in the recent past by track operators Arc but failed to reopen after lockdown.
Redundancies were made and the site, which had been previously used for greyhound and stock car racing, has remained dormant since - stripped of its fixtures and fittings.
Planning permission had been successfully sought by Crown Oil, but given Belle Vue was in 2018 granted an Asset of Community Value (AVC) opposition to it being turned into housing has been fierce.
Simon Walmsley, chair of the FOBVS group, is due to meet MPs in Westminster next week - and news that Belle Vue's supporters now have the legal right to bid for the site will be welcomed by greyhound racing and sports fans alike.
The first greyhound race under rules was staged at Belle Vue on July 14, 1926, and the track celebrated its 90th anniversary in 2016. Despite a lack of investment, it hosted big crowds for its weekend meetings.
Reacting to the news from Manchester City Council that the freehold for the site was now available, Walmsley said: “Whilst it’s very early days in the process, it’s encouraging to know there is keen interest in seeing the stadium continue, which is what we’ve worked hard to protect.
“Crown Oil are looking to realise around £3.7m for the site and builders would aim to clear around £4m for the sale of the houses. The crux is you’re looking at a single-figure sum in terms of the millions needed to buy the Freehold.”
“We have had some early interest from potential investors and we will work towards putting a serious bid forward. This is one of the best situated tracks in the country in terms of bringing in crowds - we were still very busy pre-lockdown as the crowds were good.”
Walmsley added: “I accept these are testing times and what has happened in the world has made things harder still. If anyone is interested in pursuing this as an option, then I’m more than happy to talk to them.”
The overwhelming desire is to see Belle Vue return as a seven-day-a-week sporting arena with a variety of activities and businesses within its surrounds - but with greyhound racing and stock car racing at its heart.
One source said: “They could have a blank canvas at Belle Vue - and even if the desire was to have social housing on the site, look at how the ‘new’ Shelbourne Park was designed with apartments surrounding the track. It’s a much sought-after place to live!
“Manchester is one of the world’s great cities, a real sporting giant. Getting the ACV on the site from Manchester City Council was a fantastic move given it’s on a list with Old Trafford no less, so Belle Vue Stadium is in very good company. Hopefully, it’s here to stay.”
Hear, hear.
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Post by SALFORD GIRL on Sept 12, 2020 12:15:58 GMT
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Post by steveh on Sept 12, 2020 12:53:20 GMT
£1000 is not a great some of money these days u can loose that in a bad week on horses dogs and football. if 3800 people put in 1k each then that would be enough to buy the stadium but then there would probably be same again needed to get the stadium up and running and back to it's best and to pay prize money until sponsors could be found for races. Also the busy fri and sat nights would bring in good revenue as we know and also 2 or 3 bags meetings could be run at the track. Dont know how many people signed up to the petition but if theres anywhere near 3800 theres the money to solve the problem. I'm sure simon, alan and there contacts and colleagues know business men who could put more than 1k in which would reduce the number of people required. All investors putting in get shares of the venture according to there input. Just my thought on the outcome
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