Perry Barr Stadium (also known as Perry Barr Greyhound Stadium and previously as Alexander Sports Ground(s)) is a stadium and racetrack on Aldridge Road in Perry Barr, Birmingham, England.
Opened in 1929, it was built for Birchfield Harriers, who left in 1977. It is now used for greyhound racing and speedway.
The stadium is opposite the main Birmingham City University campus and close to (and served by) Perry Barr railway station.
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