Classic cars tackle Lake District terrain in 56th Lakeland Trial
Summarised from 3 outlets · Updated 7 Nov, 10:37 · Archive
Pre-war vehicles and historic sports cars are competing in the 56th Lakeland Trial across the Lake District's demanding off-road terrain.
The Lakeland Trial, also known as the Lakeland Vintage Car Rally, is taking place on 7 November, bringing pre-war vehicles and historic sports cars to the Lake District for a demanding off-road course. The event is now in its 56th running and is organised by the Vintage Sports-Car Club, which takes drivers through a series of off-road sections across the Cumbrian landscape.
Honister Slate Mine is the only official viewing area for the public, offering spectators the chance to watch vehicles climb the dramatic Drumhouse section against the backdrop of the surrounding fells. A spokesman for Honister said: 'The Vintage Sports-Car Club returns to Honister for one of the most dramatic and iconic motoring events in the country. Watch as classic vintage sports cars power their way up the steep slopes of Honister Pass, one of the most challenging and picturesque driving trials in the UK.'
Admission to the viewing area is free, but parking charges apply. Visitors are asked to buy and display a parking ticket from the Honister Slate Shop. The Bait Cabin Café will be open, serving hot breakfasts, lunches, cakes and barista coffee.
The trial is headquartered in Low Lorton, with competitors starting from Bassenthwaite Sailing Club on the B5291 and a lay-by at Lorton on the B5289. The course takes vehicles through steep and slippery terrain as they navigate the demanding off-road sections across the Cumbrian landscape.
How it is being reported
- Classic cars tackle rugged Cumbrian terrain in 56th Lakeland TrialClassic cars are taking on a rugged Cumbrian challenge as part of an annual vintage motoring event.NW Evening Mail · 7 Nov, 10:01
- Classic cars tackle rugged Cumbrian terrain in 56th Lakeland TrialClassic cars are taking on a rugged Cumbrian challenge as part of an annual vintage motoring event.Westmorland Gazette · 7 Nov, 10:01
- Classic cars tackle rugged Cumbrian terrain in 56th Lakeland TrialClassic cars are taking on a rugged Cumbrian challenge as part of an annual vintage motoring event.Cumberland News · 7 Nov, 10:01
In this story: Lakeland Trial · Vintage Sports-Car Club · Lake District · Honister Slate Mine · Honister Pass · Low Lorton · Cumbria
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