Something a bit different is taking place in the Wytch Wood Valley on 16th and 17th May.
One for the petrol heads, we are hosting a two-day motorsport event, run by the Historic Sporting Trials Association. During the event, specialist historic trial cars, mainly from the 1960s and ’70s, will complete timed trials “sections” on the steep and slippery hillsides surrounding Blackmore Farm.
British motorsport, enthusiasts will travel from across the country to compete with their brilliant heritage cars.
What is a motorsport time trial?
A course will be created on the hills, split into multiple sections and marked out with coloured pegs in different areas. The event is not a race, as only one car will be on a section at any one time, but their overall time is important. The sections are designed to be challenging but achievable and test the skill of the driver on difficult terrain.
Specialist Trial Cars
Not just any car can compete in these particular trials.
Eligibility is very strict, and all cars must be constructed in accordance with the National Trials Formula for Sporting Trials cars. This governs things like engine, brakes, steering, axles and wheels. The classes are split into “Historic” cars from 1953-1970, and “Post Historic” cars constructed up to 1978.
Most trial cars are very different-looking from road cars, but you can see from the pictures that there are some beautiful examples. This is a very friendly and informal sport, so you can usually get up close to the cars and meet the owners and drivers.
