Circuit of Wales in Blaenau Gwent has secured £120m from private Asian backers to the project. Two thirds of the private money needed is committed conditional on the circuit in Ebbw Vale passing outstanding planning hurdles and its hoped the remainder will be provided through UK and Welsh Government investment. … [Read more...]
Racing
Marcos founder and racer dies
Larger than life character, Jem Marsh, a regular face at the Castle Combe circuit, has passed away at the age of 84. Jem, who was born in Clifton, Bristol was the founder of Marcos Cars, once based at nearby Westbury. Jem was a well-known character at the circuit, having first raced there in 1964, taking 2 race wins in his Marcos 1000GT. He scored another 2 race wins in his Marcos Volvo in … [Read more...]
Circuit of Wales goes to public inquiry
Plans to build a £315m motor racing circuit in the south Wales valleys will go to a public inquiry in March. The eight day hearing in Ebbw Vale will examine the request to take over 250 hectares, 600 acres, of common land. Backers including Blaenau Gwent council have offered around 320 hectares or 800 acres of land to replace it and the inquiry in Ebbw Vale council offices will be concerned … [Read more...]