‘For the Young for Free.’
The rally is free to enter, provided the combined age of the crew is under 70, then the entry fee is refunded.
Rally for the Ages is a one-day event designed to encourage new and younger participants into the thrilling sport of rallying, in a car of any age. With scrutineering and documentation scheduled for the morning, the rally itself will kick off just before noon.
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Event Schedule
Scrutineering, Documentation & Prologue - 11 July 2026
Scrutineering and documentation will be held on Saturday Morning, this provides crews ample time to arrive, prepare their vehicles, and get ready for the rally. Following on from this the HERO-ERA team will be around to offer any help and training for newcomers before a briefing from the Clerk of the Course.
Rally – 11 July 2026
Crews will head out onto the roads surrounding Bicester for two Regularities before attempting two tests. After a brief halt to gather your thoughts its back out for two more regularities and another two tests, before the finish. The Regularities are tailored to provide a balanced experience, suitable for newcomers but still demanding enough to keep experienced crews engaged. The routes are crafted to be intuitive, making use of clear tulips, jogularities, maps, allowing newcomers to focus on honing their skills without being overwhelmed. The roads' varying nature—from smooth, flowing sections to more technical and twisty routes—ensures that every participant will find a challenge to match their level.
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Vehicle Information
- Entry is open to cars of a model type available before 1991.
- Vehicles registered after 1991 and not complying with MSUK regulations will be allowed subject to certain conditions.
- Vehicles will be divided into classes based on age, engine capacity (cc), or other criteria set by the organisers.
What is included in the Entry Fee?
- Entry for one eligible car with a crew of two – Driver and Navigator (Note – rear seat passengers are allowed subject to the conditions contained in the ASR, s)
- Detailed Route Book and Timecards.
- Awards presentation, including overall awards for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places, and class awards up to third place (if there are three or more crews per class).
- Additional Special awards at the discretion of the organisers.
- HERO-ERA mechanical assistance/sweep team(s) on-site to help crews continue their journey.
- An experienced team of HERO-ERA officials and marshals to ensure the smooth running of the event.
- Results and media teams will keep family and friends updated with the event's progress.
- A detailed results book provided after the event.
- Souvenir rally plate and two side number panels
Need a car?
The Arrive & Drive scheme allows you to compete should your car be unavailable or, if you are looking to purchase a similar model in the future it gives you the chance to get to know your prospective purchase. We have a wide and varied range of vehicles to suit everyone's taste.
Entry List
| Driver | Navigator | Year | Vehicle | CC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andrew Dent | Michael Dent (GB) | 1981 | BMW E12 M535i | 3453 |
| Bernadette Cawley (IE) | Suzanne Barker (GB) | 1981 | Volkswagen Golf | 1588 |
| Carl Bate (GB) | Riley Stokes-Bate (GB) | 1963 | Triumph TR4 | |
| Christopher Gobell (GB) | Martha Gobell (GB) | 1966 | Porsche 912 | 1600 |
| Craig Goff (GB) | Holly Goff (GB) | 1987 | BMW 325i Cabriolet | 2494 |
| Dave Potter (GB) | Melanie Potter (GB) | 1965 | Ford Mustang | 4700 |
| Dominic Cheater (GB) | George Cheater (GB) | 1974 | Porsche 914 2.0 | 1971 |
| Edward Vandyk (GB) | Henry Vandyk (GB) | 1968 | Ford Escort | 1998 |
| Francesco di Valmarana (IT) | Serafina Valmarana (IT) | 1975 | Lancia Fulvia Montecarlo | 1295 |
| Ian Davies (GB) | Karen Davies (GB) | 1989 | Toyota MR2 | 1587 |
| Jake Welsby (GB) | Gary Welsby (GB) | TBC | TBC | TBC |
| Kevin Richardson (GB) | Katrin Herold (GB) | 1964 | Morris Mini | 1275 |
| Kit Moore (GB) | TBC | TBC | TBC | TBC |
| Matthew Brash (GB) | Daniel Elphick (GB) | TBC | TBC | TBC |
| Nick Roberts (GB) | Lucy Roberts (GB) | 1983 | Peugeot 205 | 1598 |
| Peter Willcocks (GB) | Gina Willcocks (GB) | 1990 | Volvo 340 | 1721 |
| Rémy Lloyd (GB) | TBC | 1985 | Porsche 924 | 1984 |
| Richard Heggie (GB) | Helen Heggie (GB) | TBC | TBC | TBC |
| Richard J Stanier (GB) | Rebecca Stanier (GB) | 1990 | Volkswagen Corrado 16v | 1781 |
| Rosanna Talbot (GB) | TBC | TBC | TBC | TBC |
| Simon Dew (GB) | Evie Dew (GB) | 1992 | Porsche 964 | 3600 |
| TBC | Christopher Wilks (GB) | TBC | TBC | TBC |
| TBC | Brett Ashford (GB) | TBC | TBC | TBC |
| Thomas Plester (GB) | Charlotte Peach (GB) | TBC | TBC | TBC |
| Tom Cantillon (IE) | TBC | TBC | TBC | TBC |
| Tristan Judge (GB) | TBC | 1973 | Datsun 240Z | 2393 |
| William Vandyk (GB) | Elliot Vandyk (GB) | TBC | TBC | TBC |
