HRCR Open Day (Gaydon) - (Sat) 15 Jan 11

BHRC kicks off in style at Gaydon Open Day

Posted: January 16, 2011 9:55 PM

The prospects for the 2011 Dunlop/WONAGO MSA British Historic Rally Championship seem excellent following the kick off to the season during the annual HRCR Open Day at Gaydon on Saturday (15 January 2011).

With record numbers of visitors to the event, which enjoyed a substantially increased size for 2011, the signs are that the BHRC is in fine health and set for a superb season of rallying.

Championship registrations opened and at least matched the level of the 2010 Open Day. Ultimately, last year's registrations topped the 100-mark and 2011 looks set to hit similar numbers despite the challenging economic times. Importantly, early registrations included a gaggle of championship newcomers as well as many regular contenders.

All eight rounds of the BHRC, plus the Swansea Bay Rally (Waterend Gravel Cup) and Harry Flatters Rally (Waterend Asphalt Cup) were represented and event organisers reported strong interest in their events. "We've spoken seriously to about 15 crews who didn’t come to our event last year and say they are coming this year, so that was really encouraging," said Plunkett Boyle from the Ulster Historic Rally.

Announced on the day was the best TV deal to date for the BHRC, with all eight championship rounds to be broadcast on Motors TV, followed by an extended end-of-season highlights programme.

The BHRC season opens on Sunday 6 March with a town centre start in Newtown for the Mid Wales Stages followed by the chance to compete on the classic Wales Rally GB stages of Hafren, Myherin and Pike's Peak. "We took 20 entries during the Open Day, so we are very pleased," said event clerk of the course Chris Tomley.

BHRC to be launched at Gaydon Open Day

Posted: January 4, 2011 7:00 PM

The 2011 Dunlop/WONAGO MSA British Historic Rally Championship will be officially unveiled at the annual HRCR Open Day at Gaydon on Saturday (15 January 2011).

The Open Day is the annual kick-off point for the coming season of historic rallying and the BHRC will have a significantly expanded presence, with one hall dedicated to the BHRC and its events and supporters.

As well as full details of the 2011 championship, registrations will be taken and all event organisers on the 2011 schedule are due to be present. The Open Day is the perfect opportunity to chat to event organisers about their plans for 2011, as well as catch up with fellow competitors.

On show will be the 2010 winning Ford Escort Mk1 of David Stokes and Guy Weaver, while several companies that support the championship will be on hand to meet competitors.

The Open Day offers free admission to all and runs from 9.30am to 4.30pm. The Heritage Motor Centre at Gaydon is just off junction 12 of the M40 near Warwick.

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Posted: January 4, 2011 6:59 PM

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