Hoar Cross Soapbox Derby (2007)

Mild and bright winter sunshine brought out a very large crowd of around 3,000 for the forth (4th) running of the Hoar Cross Downhill soapbox derby. After months of preparation, kart building and costume designing, 45 contestants entertained the crowd at the event at Hoar Cross, near Lichfield in Staffordshire, North East England.

Race conditions were perfect for the daredevils as they attempted to hurl themselves down a hill in home-made vehicles at speeds of up to 35mph.

After months of preparation the 'soapbox' vehicles were all vigorously scrutinized (only rule being is that they had working brakes and four wheels) and then driven down a steep village lane towards the local public house; The Meynell Arms.

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• Unusual
• Competition
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• Tradition