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Track Address: Eddie Wright Raceway, Normanby Road, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, DN15 8QZ

Directions – It is possible to find the track from all directions by following signs to Normanby Hall Country Park. The track is on the main road between the town and the park..
From M181, go straight on over three roundabouts before turning left at the 4th (towards Normanby Country Park) and right at the next roundabout. It is just 5 minutes from the end of the national motorway network.

From Hull and Barton-upon-Humber take the A1077 towards Winterton. When entering Scunthorpe you reach a roundabout (not the mini-roundabout in Winterton). Take the second exit at the roundabout, straight-on at the next, right at the next and finally right at the next roundabout. The track is about 12 miles from the Humber Bridge.

From Grimsby and Lincoln take the A18 into Scunthorpe. At the roundabout with Morrison supermarket on your left, turn right onto Brigg Road. Follow Brigg Road through several sets of traffic lights and then go straight on at 4 roundabouts (2 are mini-roundabouts). At the fifth roundabout turn right. When approaching the roundabout you will see the track on your right.

Correspondence Address: Scunthorpe Speedway, 157, Moorwell Road, Scunthorpe, DN17 2SX (Sat Nav users – note this is not the track postcode)

Promoters:
Rob Godfrey and Gail Godfrey

Scorpions Team Manager:
David Howe

Scorpions Captain:
Josh Pickering

Press Officer/Website Manager:
Rob Peasley

Clerk of the Course:
Alister Darroch

Track Curator:
Rob Godfrey & Shane Houghton

Announcers:
Graham Tagg & Dan Palmer

Trackstaff Manager / Pit Marshall:
John Nelson

Timekeeper & Incident Recorder:
Robert Tinsley

Machine Examiner:
Alister Darroch & Tricia Wyer

Training Officer:
Wayne Carter

Track spares:
Darren Miles 07563-500409

Medical:
St John Ambulance

Paramedic in attendance:
Michael Collins & Steve Pratten

Track Photographer:
Ian Rispin

Practice & Amateur Meeting Coordinator:
Richard Hollingsworth (scunnyraceway@gmail.com)

E-mail:

gail.godfrey@scunthorpe-speedway.co.uk

E-mail:

info@scunthorpe-speedway.co.uk

285 metres

Nicolai Klindt holds the current Championship Track Record (Scunthorpe vs Peterborough – 05 September 2014 – Heat 1) at Scunthorpe with a time of 55.18 seconds.

Ashley Birks holds the current National League Track Record (Scunthorpe vs Belle Vue – 14 September 2011 – Heat 4) at Scunthorpe with a time of 56.65 seconds.

Chris Hay holds the current Amateur League Track Record (Scunthorpe vs Belle Vue Colts – 03 July 2016 – Heat 2)  at Scunthorpe with a time of 59.19 seconds.

Speedway racing is a thrilling form of motorcycle racing that takes place on oval shale tracks, usually between 260 and 425 metres long. Riders compete on powerful 500cc bikes that have no brakes, one gear, and run on methanol fuel, allowing for incredible acceleration and control.

Races, known as heats, typically feature four riders who complete four laps of the track, sliding their bikes sideways through the corners at high speed – a technique called broadsliding. Points are awarded based on finishing positions, and riders or teams accumulate these across a meeting to determine the overall winner.

Speedway is as much about skill and balance as it is about speed – with races often decided by inches and the roar of the crowd adding to the adrenaline-filled atmosphere.

Speedway bikes are specially built machines designed purely for short, high-speed racing on oval dirt tracks. They’re lightweight, powerful, and unique – quite different from regular motorcycles.

Each bike has a 500cc single-cylinder engine that runs on methanol fuel, which burns cleaner and allows for higher performance. Unlike most bikes, speedway machines have no brakes, no gears, and no rear suspension, making them incredibly responsive but demanding to ride.

The bikes are built for rapid acceleration and controlled sliding – riders steer mainly by balancing the throttle, leaning, and drifting the rear wheel through the corners. Every part of a speedway bike is made for one purpose: maximum speed, control, and excitement on a short oval track.

n speedway, riders earn points based on where they finish in each race, known as a heat. Each heat usually features four riders competing over four laps. The standard scoring system works like this:

• 🥇 1st place – 3 points

• 🥈 2nd place – 2 points

• 🥉 3rd place – 1 point

• ❌ 4th place – 0 points

These points are added up throughout the meeting to determine each rider’s or team’s total score.

In team events, the combined points from both team riders in each heat contribute to the team’s overall score. In individual events, such as championships or Grand Prix rounds, each rider’s total across all their heats decides who reaches the semi-finals and final.

It’s a simple but exciting system — every point matters, and tight finishes can make all the difference!

Speedway is fast and intense, so riders wear specialized protective gear to stay safe while racing on dirt tracks at high speed. Key equipment includes:

1. Helmet – A full-face helmet with a visor to protect the head and face.

2. Goggles – To shield the eyes from dirt, dust, and debris.

3. Kevlar Race Suit – A reinforced, fire-resistant suit that covers the entire body and provides abrasion protection.

4. Gloves – Thick, durable gloves to protect hands from impact and sliding.

5. Boots – Sturdy leather boots with reinforced toes and soles for grip and safety.

6. Body Armour – Chest and back protectors to absorb impact from falls or collisions.

7. Elbow and Knee Pads – Extra padding to reduce injury during slides or crashes.

Even with all this gear, speedway riding is risky, which is why skill, experience, and proper protective equipment are essential for safety.

A typical speedway meeting usually lasts around 2 to 3 hours, depending on the number of heats and the type of event. Most league meetings feature 15 heats, plus any semi-finals or finals if the format includes them.

The meeting often starts with practice laps, followed by consecutive heats where riders compete for points. Breaks are short, keeping the action fast-paced, and the final heat usually decides the overall winner of the meeting.

For major events like the Speedway Grand Prix, the format can be slightly longer, with qualifying heats, semi-finals, and a final, but the excitement and speed remain constant throughout.

The best place to watch speedway depends on what kind of experience you want:

Main Straight / Start Line:

Great for seeing the start of each heat, when riders jostle for position.

You get close-up views of the bikes accelerating and sliding into the first turn.

Corners / Bends:

The action is fastest and most dramatic here, as riders slide their bikes sideways around the bends.

Excellent for seeing skill and control in action, with lots of overtaking and close racing.

Raised Grandstands:

Provide a full view of the track, making it easier to follow multiple heats and see overtakes.

Safer and more comfortable, especially for families.

Near the Pits (if allowed):

Offers a behind-the-scenes perspective, including bike prep and rider warm-ups.

You might even catch riders chatting with fans before or after heats.

A tip: bring ear protection, as speedway bikes are extremely loud, especially close to the track.

A speedway race is designed to be fast, intense, and easy to follow. Here’s how it typically works:

1. Heats:

   • A speedway meeting is made up of multiple short races called heats.

   • Each heat usually features four riders racing over four laps of an oval dirt or shale track.

2. Starting Positions:

   • Riders start from a tape at the start line.

   • Positions rotate throughout the meeting so each rider experiences different starting gates.

3. Racing:

   • Riders accelerate quickly from the start and slide their bikes sideways around the corners in a technique called broadsliding.

   • The races are short and intense — lasting less than a minute each.

4. Scoring:

   • Points are awarded based on finishing position in each heat (3 points for 1st, 2 for 2nd, 1 for 3rd, 0 for 4th).

   • In team events, points from both team riders contribute to the team’s total. In individual events, points determine who progresses to semi-finals and finals.

5. Finals (if applicable):

   • Some meetings include semi-finals and a final heat to decide the overall winner.

   • The final often features the highest-scoring riders from earlier heats.

In short, a speedway race is a series of quick, high-adrenaline heats, where every lap, corner, and slide can make the difference between winning and losing.

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