Hunstanton Soap Box Derby

Sunday 22nd September 2024
Approximately 11am to 5pm


Hunstanton's very own whacky races will return this September! Construct your hand-built karts and come and join in the fun, racing down Hunstanton's hilly streets, thrilling the large crowds in attendance.

Hunstanton Soap Box Derby, The Green, Hunstanton, Norfolk, PE36 6BL | Hunstanton's very own whacky races will return this September! Construct your hand-built karts and come and join in the fun, racing down Hunstanton's hilly streets, thrilling the large crowds in attendance. | hunstanton, soap, box, derby, race, carts
Hunstanton Soap Box Derby, The Green, Hunstanton, Norfolk, PE36 6BL | Hunstanton's very own whacky races will return this September! Construct your hand-built karts and come and join in the fun, racing down Hunstanton's hilly streets, thrilling the large crowds in attendance. | hunstanton, soap, box, derby, race, carts
Hunstanton Soap Box Derby, The Green, Hunstanton, Norfolk, PE36 6BL | Hunstanton's very own whacky races will return this September! Construct your hand-built karts and come and join in the fun, racing down Hunstanton's hilly streets, thrilling the large crowds in attendance. | hunstanton, soap, box, derby, race, carts
Hunstanton Soap Box Derby, The Green, Hunstanton, Norfolk, PE36 6BL | Hunstanton's very own whacky races will return this September! Construct your hand-built karts and come and join in the fun, racing down Hunstanton's hilly streets, thrilling the large crowds in attendance. | hunstanton, soap, box, derby, race, carts

Teams are encouraged from everywhere and everyone - families, businesses, organisations; all of the community.

The course is fast and exciting with challenges to overcome (ramp, chicane and tight corners). Starting by the High Street on Greevegate, it zooms down past the Green and finishes in Beach Terrace Road by the Bandstand.

For spectators there will be music and entertainment on the Green, all contributing to a great carnival atmosphere for all the family! There are plenty of outlets nearby the Green and the course to purchase food and refreshments.

Race Categories

Choose which category to enter from the four below (note the change of senior ages this year) -

Junior
Under 13 (10-12 year olds)
Under 16 (13-15 year olds)

Senior
Adult (16-49 year olds)
Veterans (50+)

Prizes
There will be prizes for teams finishing first, second and third in each category and a trophy for the overall winner. There will also be a 'Concours d'elegance' award for the best-looking kart.

Entry fees
Senior £25
Junior £20

Teams
May consist of up to 4 members in total (including driver or drivers). Karts may accommodate one or two drivers (no more). Team members not driving will push off the kart at the start.

Price: Free to watch, see website for entry prices

Location: The Green, Hunstanton, Norfolk, PE36 6BL

More information

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