A vroomin’ great big soapbox event is coming to Roundhay Park in Leeds this summer.
For the first time since 2001, large-scale soapbox races will be taking place at Roundhay Park. The event, which is called Spectacular Roundhay Park Leeds Super Soapbox Challenge 2022, will take place on Sunday, August 14.
The great thing is, you can all take on the event. No previous soapbox cart experience is necessary, if you can dream it, you can build it, and you can race it in front of a huge crowd cheering you on.
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Organisers of the Leeds event are looking for adventurous teams of five people to enter a team, build a cart and gather friends and family to cheer them down the track for The Roundhay Park Leeds Super Soapbox Challenge.
Either individuals or corporate business teams taking part in the event will be able to race to raise money for their individual chosen charity or you can contribute to the event’s official charity which is the Yorkshire Air Ambulance.
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Andrew Pearson, event marketing director, said “This is going to be a fantastic, fun packed day for all the family.
“Gates are open at 10am and our mystery celebrity will be first down the ramp at 11am. Teams can sign up today at www.supersoapboxchallenge.co.uk and everyone can also meet our favourite champion soapbox racer and mascot Sir Sidney Cartalot.”
As well as the race, there will be lots to do in the park for all the family when you’re not watching the racing on the track or the big screens. There’ll be funfair rides, attractions, live music and some celebrity guests will soon be announced.
How to enter
If you’d like to take part, it costs £200 to enter a corporate team and £100 for individuals, charities, community groups and emergency services.
Tickets to watch the fun are also on sale now and can be purchased through the event’s website.
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