LOOKING AHEAD TO 2026
British Sporting Trials Championship
Most championships chase speed, but sporting trials chase grip and distance. Mud, cambers, rocks and slopes form the course, and momentum is everything.
What is it
The UK’ s premier sporting trials discipline involves driver-passenger pairings tackling some of the most challenging hills in the country in lightweight, purposebuilt machines. Steep, slippery sections put a premium on throttle control, balance, and teamwork, where conditions can change in an instant, making every run count.
The 18-round calendar reaches all parts of the UK and includes five new‘ Major Events’ that count for double points. These are intended to enhance the significance of qualifying events and make a greater contribution to the championship standings.
When and where is it happening?
The season started on 1st March and runs until early May before taking a summer break. It then resumes in September and continues through to December, where the Midland Trials Car Club will host the season finale.
Get involved
This is one of three main types of trials and is more for experienced drivers. Classic Trials are also specialist, with cars dating from as early as the 1930s, but Production Car Trials, which also run on the StreetCar programme, are perfect for starters, allowing drivers to compete in their own road cars.
Ones to watch
Thomas Bricknell is the reigning champion, winning nine events last season to set the standard to match. Consistency saw Simon Kingsley finish runner-up despite not clocking a win, while Josh Veale was the only other multiple victor, with two wins to his name.
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