As we get ready for another year of high-speed action, Motorsport UK Pirelli Welsh Rally Championship has unveiled its 2024 calendar, and itβs shaping up to be an unmissable season for rally fans. With events spread across the beautiful landscapes of Wales, each rally promises a unique challenge for competitors and a spectacle for fans.
Championship Calendar Overview
β’ Get Jerky Rally North Wales
β’ Date: Saturday, 16 March
Kickstarting the season, the Get Jerky Rally North Wales invites competitors to tackle its challenging stages. This event sets the tone for what is bound to be a competitive championship.
β’ Rallynuts Severn Valley Stages
β’ Date: Saturday, 13 April
As spring blooms, the Rallynuts Severn Valley Stages offer a mix of technical and fast sections, testing drivers' skill and precision.
β’ Plains Rally
β’ Date: Saturday, 18 May
The Plains Rally is renowned for its diverse stages, offering a blend of gravel tracks that require adept handling and strategic driving.
β’ Nicky Grist Stages
β’ Date: Saturday, 13 July
Mid-summer brings the Nicky Grist Stages, a highlight of the championship, where drivers face the famed gravel stages of Mid Wales.
β’ Phil Price Memorial Woodpecker Stages
β’ Date: Saturday, 7 September
As summer wanes, the Phil Price Memorial Woodpecker Stages provide a stern test with its mix of forest tracks and technical sections.
β’ Visit Conwy Cambrian Rally
β’ Date: Saturday, 26 October
The Visit Conwy Cambrian Rally presents an exhilarating next-to-last event set against the breathtaking autumnal landscapes of North Wales.
β’ Wyedean Stages
β’ Date: Saturday, 16 November
Marking the championship's grand conclusion, the Wyedean Stages presents a formidable challenge with its historic tracks winding through the enchanting Forest of Dean. This late-autumn rally not only tests the drivers' adaptability to the unpredictable weather and terrain but also serves as a dramatic finale to the season's competition.
Season Highlights
The 2024 championship is a testament to the diversity and challenge of rallying. From the opening stages in North Wales to the iconic forests of the Wyedean, each event brings its own character and set of challenges that make for a thrilling competition. The season is a blend of technical skill, endurance, and a deep connection with the landscapes of Wales, offering something for everyone.
For Competitors and Spectators Alike
The beauty of the Motorsport UK Pirelli Welsh Rally Championship lies not just in the competition but in the community it builds. For drivers and teams, it is a chance to display their skills, push their limits, and share their passion for rallying. For spectators, it is an opportunity to witness motorsport at its most raw and exciting, against the backdrop of Walesβs stunning natural scenery.
Wrapping Up
As the 2024 season of the Motorsport UK Pirelli Welsh Rally Championship unfolds, it promises to be a showcase of rallying at its finest. With a complete calendar that challenges competitors, this championship is poised to be one of the most memorable in recent years. The spirit of Welsh rallying is alive and ready to captivate once more. Follow us as we celebrate the skill, bravery, and spirit of this rallying community through the beautiful landscapes of Wales. Here's to a successful and thrilling 2024 championship!