2003 Date

Club

Rough

Tough

Description

3 Jan

MCC

2/3

2

Exeter Trial - Bikes and Cars

I have reclassified the Exeter as 2 verging on 3 for roughness. You would stand a fair chance of damaging your Pride and Joy on these hills. However, you can compete in the MCC's class 0 with little fear of damaging your pride and joy.

19 Jan

Midland Automobile Club

2

2

Clee Hills Trial - Cars - Very nice event run in the Midlands.

Notes from 2002 event - Start and finish at The Boyne Arms, Burwarton, Shropshire, about 10 miles SW of Bridgenorth on the B4364 (map ref 138/618851). The organisers are Simon Woodhall and Barbera Selkirk.

The 2002 evolved under the stewardship  of Simon Woodhall and Barbera Selkirk. Lots of long hills, all but one on real tracks so very little "Micky Mouse" stuff. Running in January it can get a bit sticky. Because of this I have reclassifeid the "toughness" up to 2.

Great views if the weather is kind enough. The most proffessional route card you will ever see, plenty of recovery and lots of friendly proffessional marshalls.  The Midland Automobile Club run a class 0 which you can enter if you are a member of the MCC (aren't we all?). This is designed for novice drivers and those with more "delicate" cars.

26 Jan

North Devon

2

2

Exmoor Trial - Bikes & Cars

NOTES ON THE 2002 EVENT

Starting at Cedars Lodge Inn, Bickington, Barnstable (180/539325). The first competitor is away at 8.31 on a 65 mile route on OS Map 180.  The organisers say "... a real mixture of sections which are non car and motorcycle breaking including the infamous Beggars Roost, Jenny Wren, High Bray and others enjoyed by competitors in previous years.."  Further details from John Barthram jbarthram@ukonline.co.uk or Mr L Deacon who is the Secretary of the Meeting

26 Jan

Falcon Motor Club

2

2

Clubmans PCT at Edlesborough near Dunstable. Open to MCC members - Competition Licence is not required.Contact Mike Pearson.

2 Feb

Stroud

2

2

NOTES ON 2002 EVENT

Cotswold Clouds - Cars - held in and around Stroud itself.

Starting at Gordon's (Stroud) Ltd Garage, Ebley Road, Stonehouse (MR 162/818048). First car starts at 8.30 on a 75 mile route with highs like the famous old sections Nailsworth Ladder and Crooked Mustard. The Stroud boys and girls lay on a great event, run in a very laid back but highly professional way. Drive, Passenger, Marshall or Spectate. But what ever you do make sure you don't miss it!

If you e-mail me I will send you the contact phone numbers

Date

Club

Rough

Tough

Description

9 Feb

Launceston

?

?

non-ACTC Classic Event

16 Feb

Falcon

2

2

NOTES ON 2002 EVENT

Southern Autos PCT at Brickhill (just off the A5 between Dunstable and Milton Keynes). MR 165/906315 Restricted event so Competition Licences are required.

Round of MSA, BTRDA and ACSMC PCT Championships. First car starts ay 10am.

23 Feb

Holdsworthy

?

?

Chairmans Trophy - non-ACTC Classic Event

9 Mar

Camel Vale

?

?

Camel Heights - non ACTC Classic Event

9 Mar

Falcon Motor Club

1

1

Murray's March Hare Classic Trial

NOTES ON THE 2002 EVENT

Starting at Graveley near Stevenage in Hertfordshire. approx 15 sections over 75 road miles in Bed's, Hert's and Buck's. It's a Clubsport event so no Competition Licence is necessary, you just have to be a member of Falcon or the MCC who are an invited club.

There will be a class 0.

e-mail your snail mail to Michael Leete to receive a copy of the reg's when they come out.

23 Mar

Fell Side Auto Club

?

?

Northern Trial - Bikes and Cars - fledgling event in the Lake District. ACTC Championship round.

Notes on 2002 Event:-

Start and Finish at the Old Tote, Carlisle Racecourse MR 85/40355190. The first competitor will start at 8am There will be a class 0.

Regs and more details should be availabe on Fell Side's web site (see left)

30 Mar

Camel Vale Motor Club

2

2

The Presidents Trial (Cars)

First car starts at 08.30 from Safeways, Priory Toad, Bodmin 200/080665

Organiser Thomas Bricknell promises that the majority of the sectins will be Classic Lanes and there will be no unduly rough or damaging sections.

6 Apr 2003

Ross & District

3

2

Kyrle Trial - Cars only this year

Very competitive event held in The Forest of Dean and even venturing across the border into Wales- lots of trees to hit! You can read more and download the regs and entry form by following the link on the left.

Start at The Welcome Break Services A449(T) southbound, Ross-On-Wye (MR 162/610 257). The first competitor leaves at 09.00

18/19 Apr

MCC

1

1

Lands End Trial - Bikes and Cars

3 May

MGCC

?

?

Kimber Trial - non ACTC Classic Trial

13 July

MCC

1

1

Testing Trial - a sort of trial cum autotest cum social event at a single venue. Cucklington near Wincanton  the MCC's beloved A303. Further information on the  MCC Web Site.

Date

Club

Rough

Tough

Description

14 Sept

Holsworthy Motor Club

1

2

Taw & Torridge Classic Trial - For Bikes and Cars - ACTC & ASWMC Championships.

I am grateful for these notes from Simon Woodhall "The new start at The West Country Inn, gives a new perspective to the event, taking out the woods at the Torridge end. It also makes the trial much closer for those coming from outside of the South West.   The North Devon link road making the journey  from the M5 at Taunton very quick.  The route is quite short, so there are no late nights getting back to the Home Counties on the Sunday night.   Now that the Lands End has gone a different way, this trial is your only chance to have a go at Cutliffe Lane.   Great weather and a friendly atmosphere make for a
great season opener and with 3 weeks between it and the Edinburgh, time toresolve even the worse of disasters.   Start the season in grand style with
so real west country fun.

Roger Pole is C of C, and if he doesn't know what he's doing........"

Notes from 2002 --   For Bikes and Cars. First competitor starts at 09.00 from The West Country Inn, 5 miles North of Kilkhampton on the A39. MR 190271194. "....the format of this years event is rather different from previous years, this is partly because we do not wish the event to become "stale"  but also sections in the north (Taw area) have undegone changes which in some cases have made them less competitive....."
   I don't have any electronic contact information or phone numbers but you can contact the organisers at :- J. Mattin, Meddon Farnhouse, Meddon, Hartland, Bideford, Devon, EX39 6HD

21 Sep

Crash Box & Classic Car  Club

2

2

Exe Valley ACTC & ASWMC Championships - Bikes and Cars.

Notes from 2002

An amalgum of the old Exe Valley and Torbay taken over by a new team. Start & Finish at The Cat & Fiddle Inn, Clyst St Mary, Exter 192/991908.

The regs are now out and say "....The format has been chanhed somewhat...... The 95 mile route will comprise 14 sections and 2 special tests and will commence with a couple of easier hills to gear up for the rest of the event. There will be a mixture of old favourites and new hills and providing the weather is not to good Lee Cross, Tillerton, Northwood, Tipley and Simms ahould provide some entertainment."

No e-mail info in the regs but you could try the links to the left or contact J. Clark, 24, Ash Road, Kingsteignton, Newton Abbot, TQ12 3SW

4 Oct

MCC

3*

1

Edinburgh Trial

Details from 2002

Starting from 01.00 at Moto Services, M42 (J10)/A5, Tamworth.

Sections planned (in and around Derbyshire):- Agnes Meadow, Gorsy Bank, Wigber Low, Clough Wood, Ball Cross, Litton Slack, Puywell, Highcliffe, GreatHucklow,  Bamford Clough, Haggside, Pindale, Haydale, Calton. The finish is at The Bull in the Thorn, Hurdlow, (A515 south of Buxton) 119 129665 from 12.15 on Saturday afternoon.

This is a fantastic event. If you have never seen a Classic Trial go and see this one. Better still give the MCC a hand and marshal. Contact the Chief Marshal Les Bowler, 27a High Street, Little Bytham, Grantham, Lincs NG33 4QJ or mail me for more information.

12 Oct

Stroud

2

2

Ebworth Chase

Notes from 2002

Ebworth Woods - Map Ref 163/902099 The first car starts at 09.45. The regs are out.
Single Venue Classic in Ebworth Woods. Lots and lots of sections but can involve a bit to much "tree weaving" for some.

MCC

1

1

Curborough Reliability Trial - Information from the MCC Newsletter :-

"Similar in nature to a Testing Trial on Tarmac, this time the empasis is not about absolute speed overall but on consistency of times between each round. There are five individual tests planned, two of which use the Curborough Sprint Course, the others the roads around the course. We aim to run at least two, maybe three rounds on the day. There is no rough ground to traverseso the event is suitable for any vehicle and engine power is not a deciding factor". Further information from the MCC Web Site

Oct

Falcon MC

2

?

Gill Morrell Memorial Trial

Notes from 2002

ACSMC Championship round with Clubmans Classes - Venue is at Brickhill near Woburn. Great mix of surfaces and a great venue if you want to give your Classic Trials car a run on a single venue event. e-mail Cliff and Carole for more info or to enter or marshal. or  Follow this link for a map so you can find the venue!

19 Oct

Minehead

3

2

Exmoor Clouds - bikes & cars

Rough, tough Classic and that's before you even get to the sections! This one is not for the faint hearted or for those who hate to get their pride and joy a bit dented and scratched! Starting from The Raleghs Cross Inn, Brendon Hill, Watchet Somerset. MR 181/039493 at 07.45. Further information from Les Woodward or www.mineheadmotorclub.com

Date

Club

Rough

Tough

Description

26 Oct

Launceston

3

2

Tamar Classic - bikes and cars

Notes on 2000 event - Cars and Bikes. Never done it myself but I understand it's another rough, tough West Country affair so leave the P&J at home. Let me know if I'm wrong!. Start is at Hallworthy 190/180878 at 08.00 - Secretary of the Meeting is Bob Slater

Nov

Falcon MC

1

?

Guy Fawkes PCT

Notes on 2000 event - ACSMC, BTRDA and RAC Championship round with Clubmans Class - Venue is at Kensworth on the downs above Dunstable. Kensworth is a smooth grassy venue and you don't need a "trials prepared" car to take part, a good place for you and/or your car to start trialling. e-mail for more info.

2 Nov

North Devon MC

?

?

Tarka Trial Bikes (ACTC round) and Cars - Starts at North Devon Farm Park, three miles east of Barnstable at Swimbridge 180/612302 (click here for map) More details from the links on the left

Date

Club

Rough

Tough

Description

9 Nov

Stroud & District Motor Club

?

?

Mechanic's Trial - Classic - One Day Road Event - Click here for more details

  "This year the Mechanics Trial will be full road classic with a route of approximately 100 miles and around 14 sections. The sections will include some that have never been used before, some that were used many years ago, and others that are no longer regulars on the Cotswold Clouds.
   The 2002 Mechanics is a 'distant cousin' of the twice-cancelled and finally-abandoned Anniversary Trial. The organising team plan to use some of the new sections discovered, and historic sections re-discovered, when planning the Anniversary Trial together with some totally new sections. However, unlike the Anniversary Trial, the Mechanics will be run to a traditional one-day format and with tougher sections. Expect something much more like the 'Clouds but on sections most of you will never have seen before."

16 Nov

Camel Vale MC

?

?

Bodmin Trial

Date

Club

Rough

Tough

Description

23 Nov

Woolbridge Motor Club

or www.woolbridge.co.uk

or

2

2

Hardy classic Trial - Bikes & Cars

Starts 08.00 at The Freashwater Holiday Park, Burton Bradstock, Bridport 193/478901

Secretary of the meeting is Mervyn Brake

I've never done the event but it does have a reputation for having quite a few artificial, PCT style, sections which can be a bit dodgy when reversing back down. However, this year the organisers will be omiting the Bovington sections while retaining Clinton & Normans Hump and adding some new sections in West Dorset.

7 Dec

Camel Vale MC

2*

3

Camel Classic - Cars

A rough, tough event. I think this is the one I have heard described as being organised by Buggy owners for Buggy owners. Let me know if I'm wrong! mleete24@hotmail.com (* roughness down-graded from 3 to 2 at the suggestion of Ian Davis.
Cars Only, Starting at Safeway, Priory Road, Bodmin, Map Ref 200/080665.

30 Nov

Bristol

1

1

Allen Trial - Cars

First car starts at 8.30 from The White Hart, Cold Ashton 172/750730 on the A420 4 miles south of J18 on the M4.

Wonderful event in the Bristol area with everything on "real roads". No "tree weaving" on this one. It's not to rough and unless the weathers bad it's not to tough either so you can risk your Pride and Joy. E-mail Pete Hart if you are available to marshal.