Retaining its Celtic links, Hero-ERA embark on a new journey through Wales and Ireland for the inaugural Celtic Malts adventure. Starting close to the spiritual home of HERO and the Welsh Capital, we head West and to Ireland for 6 magical days of driving and competition, blending the sporting with the camaraderie and hospitality of Ireland and allowing navigators the time to lift their heads and just enjoy the journey.
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Event Schedule
Scrutineering & Documentation –22 May 2027
Scrutineering and Documentation is scheduled on Saturday afternoon/ allowing crews plenty of time to travel before a Welcome dinner.
Rally Day - 23 May 2027
South Wales to Fishguard taking in the Brecon Beacons and Cambrian Mountains then a ferry to the first overnight halt in Wexford
Rally Day – 24 May 2027
Wexford to Killarney, winding our way to the South West and taking in some of the famous landmarks along the way.
Rally Day – 25 May 2027
Killarney to Killarney – A day for driving, some of the best roads, best views and best Guinness, followed by a free night in Killarney.
Rally Day – 26 May 2027
Killarney to Galway – Travel along the almost deserted roads of the West Coast of Ireland, tackling regularities as you head northwards
Rally Day – 27 May 2027
Galway to Sligo – Our journey starts to make its way inland, a different terrain, but again, some fantastic roads to enjoy.
Rally Day – 28 May 2027
Sligo to Dublin, - The last day and we continue back East, towards Dublin and the finish and Prize Giving Dinner
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Vehicle Information
- Entry is open to cars of a model type available pre-1991
- The cars will be split into classes, based on age and cc or other criteria established by the organisers
What is included in the Entry Fee?
- Event participation for one eligible car with a crew of two – Driver & Navigator
- Detailed Route Book & Time Cards
- Lunch and Prize Giving Buffet Dinner for each crew member along with refreshments at specific locations advised in the route book
- Accommodation for 2 people for 7 nights
- Breakfast, coffee halts, lunch for 6 days
- Evening meal for 6 nights 1 free night in Killarney
- Awards presentation
- Two souvenir rally plates
- Two side number panels
- Overall awards for 1st, 2nd and 3rd
- Class Awards to third in class – if there are three or more crews per class
- Special awards at organisers discretion
- HERO-ERA mechanical assist/sweep team(s) on event, to help keep crews moving
- An experienced team of HERO-ERA officials & marshals to keep the event moving and on track
- Results team and Media team keeping your family and friends, following the event, up to date
- Post event, detailed results book
Entry List
| Driver | Navigator | Year | Vehicle | CC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dave Batchelor (GB) | Jackie Batchelor (GB) | 1962 | Triumph TR4 | 2290 |
| Ian Ramsay (GB) | Helen Warren (GB) | 1966 | Rover P6 3500S | 3528 |
| Mike Dixon (GB) | Liz Dixon (GB) | 1974 | MG B GT V8 | 3500 |