The Visit Conwy Cambrian Rally is set to be one of the most challenging in recent years.

Most competitors will face a longer route than usual, just under 60 miles in the forests of North West Wales.

The final event of the series will determine the British Rally Championship title, with closely contested races expected in the British Trials and Rally Drivers Association Championship categories.

Spectators will have designated viewing areas at all competitive stages, with the opportunity to watch the leading stars of British rallying.

Adding to the excitement, 1984 World Rally Champion Stig Blomqvist will compete in the Historic category in a Mini Cooper S.

Visit Conwy Cambrian Rally route consultant Alyn Edwards said: "The event will offer a huge test of skill and tyre management for crews, with 20.55 road miles from the start in Llandudno before competitors tackle the eight-mile first stage at Llyn Elsi.

"This is followed by a challenging 16 miles in Clocaenog, followed by a shorter stage at Llyn Brenig and on to a six-mile stage at Alwen, before a 45-minute service at Ruthin Livestock Market.

"For the main field, after service, competitors will tackle the 16 mile Clocaenog stage, then those at Brenig and Alwen again, before returning to the finish on the Llandudno promenade.

"This will really test the crews’ skills in saving tyres.

"Winning the event will be a feat to be very proud of."

The rally, organised by the North Wales Car Club, is part of several championships, including the Probite British Rally Championship, the Protyre BTRDA Rally Series, and the Motorsport UK Pirelli Welsh Championship.

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For the first time, it’s also a round of the Stellantis Motorsport Rally Cup, which is played out over events in Ireland and the UK.

Conwy County Borough Council and Llandudno Town Council continue to support the event, recognising its significant contribution to the local economy.

The rally stages are sponsored by Sional, Jolly Hire, Conwy Motorsport Engineering, and Gwynedd Forklifts.

The rally will start and finish on Llandudno promenade on Saturday, October 26.

Tickets for car parking at the competitive stages are available now, and early purchase is recommended due to likely high demand.

Additionally, there is a VIP hospitality facility at the Llyn Brenig Visitor Centre with access to the Brenig and Alwen stages.

Tickets for this can also be purchased online at www.cambrianrally.co.uk.