RSAC Scottish Rally set to blast into action at new Dalbeattie home

The RSAC Scottish Rally will blast into action at its new home this month.

The event – a round of the KNC Groundworks Scottish Rally – will be based at Jas P Wilson Forest Machinery in Dalbeattie on July 22.

A packed entry will battle it out in Dalbeattie Forest and also Kinharvie and Ae, with event organisers RAC Motorsport and Forest and Land Scotland working hard to ensure the stages are in excellent condition.

The rally is being supported by Dumfries and Galloway Council as one of its signature events.

It’s believed to be the longest-running partnership between a rally and a local authority anywhere in Britain.

Communities committee chairman and local councillor, Ian Blake, said: “The Scottish Rally is a much loved event both locally and nationally, and it’s sure to go from strength to strength within the scenic surrounds and forests of the Stewartry.

“It is really encouraging to hear of the high numbers of entries for 2023, which is to the credit of RSAC Motorsport in these challenging economic times.

“Dumfries and Galloway is a special place for rallying. The forests provide the natural terrain, and there is a celebrated history of fine drivers and rallies in the region.”

Jas P Wilson’s site will provide the service park and event headquarters, with crews covering 43 miles across three stages run twice.

There will be a regroup near Dalbeattie town centre around midday, with the route also passing through the town centre.

And fans will be able to get up close to the cars and crews when the town centre welcomes the winners back for the champagne finish.

Clerk of the course, Jonathan Lord, said: “The organising team have been working very hard behind the scenes to create a fantastic event for