ENTRIES for the 2022 Visit Conwy Cambrian Rally have got off to a flying start and excitement is building about the route which includes a stage new to the event and others used by Wales Rally GB.

This year’s rally will take place on Saturday, October 29.

Brenig, Alwen, Clocaenog, and Penmachno, are names well-known to competitors and rally enthusiasts already.

But added into the mix this year is a new closed roads stage at Nebo in the Conwy Valley, to be run for the National, and some other competitors, on the Friday evening.

With a new service park adjacent to the A55 and the A470 and a high profile start, and finish on Llandudno promenade, the organisers are confident they have come up with a winning formula for competitors and spectators alike.

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Clerk of the course, Alyn Edwards, said: "I am very excited about this year’s Visit Conwy Cambrian Rally, as it poses a huge challenge to all competitors of varying talents who are driving a variety of vehicles.

“As the final round of several championships, we wanted it to be a challenge and a worthy winner at the end.

"We have managed to secure a 7.75-mile tarmac stage with the support and help of Conwy Highways Department, which adds mileage to the National, and which is run twice on the Friday night."

Another exciting aspect is the use of the Brenig stage, with fantastic views from the dam to spot the cars.

Of the other stages, Alwen has a great surface with excellent spectator viewing, and Clocaenog is always popular with both competitors and spectators.

Unfortunately, there is no spectator viewing at Penmachno.

Many marshals are needed to help run the event, and details of how to register can be found at www.rallystageteam.co.uk.