Commemorative saucer - Clapton Stadium
Object
Saucer
Production date
1920 = 1960
Object number
1988.751
Physical Description
Commemorative saucer, white with red green and black decoration. With image of greyhound jumping through a red 'v'.
Clapton Stadium was the home of Clapton Orient Football Club until 1930. However, at a time when dog racing had no trouble equalling the popularity of football, the team had to leave the stadium to make way for a Greyhound racing track. On leaving the borough, the team became Leyton Orient Football Club and still play today.
As dog racing declined in popularity, the stadium held its final race in 1974.
Clapton Stadium was the home of Clapton Orient Football Club until 1930. However, at a time when dog racing had no trouble equalling the popularity of football, the team had to leave the stadium to make way for a Greyhound racing track. On leaving the borough, the team became Leyton Orient Football Club and still play today.
As dog racing declined in popularity, the stadium held its final race in 1974.
Associated Place
Material
stoneware
Dimension
Diameter: 135mm
Depth: 18mm
Depth: 18mm
On display?
No
Inscription
Clapton Stadium
