Fifteen juniors, aged 6 to 16, enjoyed a taster session at Rowrah Kart Circuit.

Many persuaded their parents or grandparents to pay for a second session the same evening.

(L) Makus Campbell Savours MP, and (R) Chris Leece, WMC committee member  (Image: Wigton Motor Club) The club also hosted Markus Campbell Savours, the MP for Penrith and the Solway at their Cars and Coffee meet at their headquarters, the Motor House.

The MP met nearly 100 members and discussed a range of topics. 

These included the A66 upgrade, motorsport’s economic impact, and the need for motorsport facilities in Cumberland.