It is not to be confused with the Blackpool Squires Gate Greyhound Stadium, a short-lived track that was nearby to the south.

Blackpool had emerged as a holiday destination by the turn of the 20th century and between the two world wars established itself as one of the leading seaside resorts in England.

The subsequent growth of the town resulted in endless forms of entertainment being created for over eight million visitors per year.

The local press mistakenly advertised the meeting being at the Squires Gate racecourse instead of St Annes Road.

The Blackpool Borough Rugby league team played their fixtures at St Annes but Motorcycle Speedway never found its way here but did take place at the short lived Trotting Track at Highfield Road.