The Archive · 1932

Road Racing in England

Work has commenced on a three mile road racing circuit in Brokeline Park Estate, Derbyshire, which has been purchased by the Automobile Association for the purpose of bringing road racing to England.

Hitherto, Britishers have either had to visit the Isle of Man or the Continent, since racing on the Public roads, even if allowed by the local authorities, is illegal in England.

Apart from the expense of motor manufacturers and racing motorists, Thousands of pounds have gone out of the country which would. undoubtedly have been spent at home had such 'a circuit ax Drakelowe Deen available 'An opening rally will be held at Drakelowe on Whit-Monday, and if the three-mile civeait proves. suecessful ian eight mile circuit will be Taig out for an August Bank' Holiday meeting Reuter. tone.

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