'Let me tell you - if you want to hear hard-luck stories, come to the bookies'

The greyhound silhouettes painted on Catford Bridge in south-east London are an enduring reminder of the area's rich sporting history.

They pay homage to the defunct Catford Stadium, a historic dog track that closed in 2003 and was later redeveloped, leaving local residents with one less avenue to spend their hard-earned cash.

Still, those hoping to have a flutter on Bank Holiday Monday could choose from a handful of betting shops in Rushey Green, including the Coral, which is snugly nestled between Poundland and Nando's.