Rallysport Association (RSA) returns to Shackleton Industrial Complex venue in Ballykelly for top racing event
The Rallysport Association (RSA) is returning to the fantastic Shackleton Industrial Complex venue in Ballykelly on Saturday, April 25 - the second of many events planned there in 2026.
The venue was previously a 620 acre military airport and is ideal for car rally events. This challenging venue with its runways and linking road network has been an integral part of the RSA development in Ireland and is popular for thepreparation for the 2026 season for many current front contenders in Irish,British and World Rallying.
The Rallysport Association (RSA) will create another fantastic weekend event with 160 competitors taking part in a beautiful selection of exotic, top quality rally cars and the exciting European Crosskart race buggies which have been created for use in Irish and UK rallysport.
The entry includes current and previous top class Irish Rally competitors in phenomenally fast R5 and ‘Turbo Charged Rallycars’ together with the exciting Escorts and Starlets and an array of seriously fast front wheel drive cars from Honda, Renault and many more.
There will be 30 plus junior drivers (12 -17) in 1000cc cars and 1600cc Mini Coopers in battle for early championship points where several of the current Irish, UK, European and World championship competitors started their formative careers.
The entry details and this event layout can be found at www.therallysportassociation.com website and on ‘therallysportassociation’ Facebook page. Previous event highlights can be watched on YouTube at the ‘Hold er Flat’ channel or also via www.therallysportassociation.com
So, another great day awaits back at Shackleton on Saturday, April 25, and everyone is welcome to come and enjoy another unique action-packed RSA Event at this superb rallysport venue.
Spectators are welcomed from 9am and early risers will enjoy free access to the drivers' service area and will be able to experience pre-event preparation, car scrutineering the general competitor/organisation and competitors build up to the event which will commence at 10am.
With adult admission only £15, junior admission £5 and seniors and under12s enjoying a free entry, what better excuse to get outside and enjoy an early Spring Saturday of top sport with family and friends.