Due to unforeseen circumstances, the DTRA sadly won’t be making its usual summer trip to Redcar Speedway this season and is instead heading back to Adrian Flux Arena in King’s Lynn, Norfolk for the next round of flat track racing on Sunday 15th August, presented in partnership with Indian Motorcycle.
This replaces the advertised Round 5 event; as we were only able to run one round of racing at Amman Valley in July rather than the scheduled two, this race meeting will represent Round 4 of our Flat Track Nationals championship, and Round 3 of Hooligans.
All classes will race on Sunday, meaning it’s going to be a busy but fun day. We hope all of our riders are still able to make it to the changed venue, and thank you all for your support in what is still a difficult time to schedule race meetings.
This race meeting will be open to spectators. All attendees are requested to wear face masks at all times within the arena, car park and camping areas, and also 'Check In' on the NHS COVID-19 app upon arrival.
Here’s everything you’ll need to know about getting ready for racing at Adrian Flux Arena.
Signing up to race at Adrian Flux Arena
Sign ups now closed - We will not be able to except late entries.
About the track at Adrian Flux Arena
The track at the Adrian Flux Arena is longer than the average UK short track, and has a consistent surface when it’s kept well-prepped by the team, although the shale surface does tend to groove up after a few heats.
Here’s where to find the track:
Running order and racing times -
Sign On - 8.00am
Riders Breifing 9.45am
Practice - 10.15am
Followed by racing
Finals are scheduled for around 4pm
Track facilities for riders
The Adrian Flux Arena has exceptional facilities for all types of guests. Here’s what you’ll find at this track, however please note some facilities may still be limited or unavailable due to COVID-19 safety restrictions so please arrive prepared.
A huge trackside car park, which is camping-friendly and secured at night
Ample sized, covered pits
Indoor and outdoor bars
Food outlets, including a seated cafe
Several well-maintained male and female showers and toilets
Grandstands around most of the track for spectators, and a disabled viewing area
Nearby amenities to the Adrian Flux Arena
While there isn’t much in the immediate area around the track, there are supermarkets and restaurants (mainly fast food) situated within a few miles. Here are some nearby places that you might find useful - it’s worth mentioning that the track is only about five minutes’ drive from King’s Lynn town centre too.
Of course, amenities may still be subject to individual COVID-19 restrictions and so we encourage our riders to check restrictions and opening times for anywhere you wish to visit around the track.
Shops and supermarkets:
Bisla Premier Convenience Store - three minutes’ drive away
169 Saddlebow Rd, King's Lynn PE30 5BN
Sainsbury’s - two miles away
Hardwick Industrial Estate, Scania Way, King's Lynn PE30 4LR
Restaurants:
Dobbies Garden Centre (they do cracking breakfasts) - five minutes’ drive away
Campbell's Meadow, Hardwick Rd, King's Lynn PE30 4WQ
McDonald’s, KFC and Greggs - two miles away
Hardwick Industrial Estate, Scania Way, King's Lynn PE30 4LR
Fuel station:
Esso - two miles away
West Winch Village Stores, 212 Main Rd, West Winch, King's Lynn PE33 0NB
Weather
We can’t guarantee the weather, but it’s good to know what the weekend has in store for us. Keep an eye on the King’s Lynn weather forecast below so you know what gear to pack.
In case you’re wondering, we only ever call off races if the weather forecast is exceptionally poor. We appreciate that many of our riders have long distances to travel to races, so if a race needs to be called off, we always aim to make the announcement in plenty of time beforehand, and attempt to schedule a rain date after the end of the season.
Thanks everyone for your understanding with our change of venue. Hopefully this covers any other questions ahead of our Round 4 event, and we look forward to seeing you all there. If you have any further questions, PLEASE check our website first to see whether your query is answered there - otherwise, please just drop us an email at info@dirttrackriders.co.uk, or message us on Facebook and we’ll get back to you as quickly as we can.
Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram too, and of course keep checking this blog for photos, videos and updates throughout the racing season.
To all riders, travel safe, and see you at the races for our penultimate meeting of the season - let’s make it a memorable one.