Shelsley Walshthe UK’s oldest motorsport venue, prepares to reopen its doors and celebrate the thrilling mountain climb Bike Bonanza 2025. The race, scheduled for Saturday, July 5, will be a special occasion to commemorate the 120-year history of this iconic location. It is the place where motor racing made its debut on August 12, 1905. Be careful. Of course, the motorcycles arrived a little later.
But first of all, let’s do a little history. He Shelsley Walsh It is an iconic track located in Worcestershire, UK. But it’s not just the oldest in the UK, it’s famous for being the oldest motorsport venue in the world still using its original layout since it opened in 1905. Its history, charm and challenges make it an iconic venue for all motor enthusiasts. Whether they have two, three or four wheels.
What is the Bike Bonanza held at Shelsley Walsh like?
The track is 914 meters (1,000 yards) long and features a steep 1:6 gradient, making it one of the most challenging and technical mountain climbs. Along the route, the track climbs 100 meters, offering a challenge for both drivers and machines. Definitely, Shelsley Walsh It is not only a place to enjoy speed and technique, but also a destination that celebrates the history and passion for motorsports.
For this edition, the Bike Bonanza will offer live action with exciting sprint races, meetings with leading figures in motorcycling, and the possibility for attendees to ride the challenging route. Of course, to participate in the track, it will be necessary to obtain a daily license from ACU.
The event is open to a wide variety of vehicles, including motorcycles, sidecars and tricycles Morgan. In addition, it will have the four main categories of the championship of the National Hill Climb Associationwhere the pilots will fight against the stopwatch to achieve the best times.
A novelty for 2025 will be the group motorcycle caravan to the venue, led by the former Grand Prix driver Steve Parrish and other prominent guests from the world of motorcycling. The route will depart from Strensham Services on the M5 motorway, offering participants a vibrant journey to the circuit.
By the way, all of this will have a charitable purpose, as the event will support the organization Midlands Air Ambulance Charitydedicated to providing vital medical assistance through its three helicopters. Since its founding in 1991, this organization has responded to more than 74,000 emergencies.
He Bike Bonanza 2025 It will be open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with advance tickets priced at 15 pounds (18 euros). Children under 16 can attend for free, and spectator camping will be available for £10 (€12).
If you have ever dreamed of competing in this legend, until July 5, as we mentioned at the beginning, you have time to prepare yourself and, of course, your motorcycle.
