People planning a stay in Lake District holiday cottages at the start of next month will be able to witness the 21st annual Grizedale Stages Rally.
A total of 100 cars are expected to take part in the event on December 5th, which sees drivers attempt to record the fastest time as they hurtle through Grizedale Forest and across Broughton Moor.
Around 5,000 spectators are expected to attend and a number of routes will be closed in order to accommodate for the competition, with footpaths, trails and bridleways between Coniston Water and the Hawkshead-Satterthwaite Road out of bounds, as well as two thoroughfares at Broughton Moor.
Guy Wilks and Matthew Wilson – both world championship competitors – have both previously taken part and Katie Jarvis of the Forestry Commission described the rally as "a great event to watch".
Those travelling by car to the Lake District to watch the event have been requested to use one of the four car parks available, where a £5 fee will be charged.
Posted by Toby Lawrence
