THE public in Oxford had to look twice as a giant greyhound on top of a 40ft limousine toured the streets in a bid to promote the sport on Thursday.

The size of the greyhound, about 20ft long was an impressive sight and is the initiative of the GRA.

By the time the eye-catching limo has finished its tour of the race tracks in the UK it will have covered more than 5,000 miles.

And so far it has had a very good response.

Many punters at the Stadium took time out to photograph probably a once in a lifetime sight.

Among those having a night out at the dogs were the Couling family.

Pictured left to right are: David Couling, Paul Chainey (The Hare), Nikki Couling and sons Ethan and Mason.

Picture: John Gaisford