Help at Rally and win trip to Barbados

THE 2012 Donnelly Group Circuit of Ireland Rally is delighted to announce an exciting competition, open to all volunteers and marshals over the age of 17, to win a trip to this year’s Sol Rally Barbados.

Volunteers who dedicate their time to the 2012 Donnelly Group Circuit of Ireland Rally, which takes place this Easter Weekend 6/7 April, will automatically be entered into the draw. Two lucky winners will then be whisked off to sunny Barbados to see how international rallying is done on the other side of the Atlantic!

The Sol Rally Barbados event takes place over 9-10 June 2012 and is organised in association with Pacenotes Rally Magazine and the Barbados Tourism Development Corporation.

Closer to home, the 2012 Donnelly Group Circuit of Ireland Rally which this year forms part of the world renowned Intercontinental Rally Challenge (IRC), has opportunities for volunteers to assist on Good Friday, April 6, Easter Saturday, April 7 or on both dates, where possible.

Assistance is needed:

On the incredibly exciting stages around Armagh, Dungannon and Banbridge.

On Titanic Super Special Stage April 6 and Lisburn Power Stage April 7.

In the service area at Armagh City Hotel.

On the Radio Networks on the stages.

At Belfast City Hall as the cars and drivers assemble before the Titanic Super Special Stage and in the re-fuel areas.

Des O’Loan, Manpower Manager at the 2012 Donnelly Group Circuit of Ireland Rally, is delighted with the response from volunteers so far: “Once again, we have had a terrific response from volunteers eager to be involved with this historic event.

“I would like to highlight that no previous experience is necessary as all volunteers will attend training sessions prior to the Rally.

“All new volunteers will have a fantastic opportunity to get close to the action and work alongside some of the most experienced motorsport officials in the country. They will become part of a team lead by experienced Marshals who have been working on the event for many years, do a fantastic job and help everyone to have safe and enjoyable rally.

“This year, with so many volunteers, it is essential everyone registers through our website and do so at the earliest opportunity. The Marshals Registration Instructions can be downloaded from the Marshals tab online at www.circuitofireland.net.

“All volunteers over the age of 17 will automatically be entered to win a Rally adventure to Barbados.The Sol Rally Barbados is a really great event and I know the two lucky winners will have a super time.”

So why not play a vital role at the 2012 Donnelly Group Circuit of Ireland Rally this Easter to be in with a chance of winning the best prize in UK and Irish rallying.

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