After a brief hiatus, rallying enthusiasts and competitors alike were thrilled to see the return of the Christmas Stages Rally at Croft Circuit on Sunday, November 24, 2024. Organized by Northallerton Automobile Club, this much-anticipated event was met with great enthusiasm and was proudly supported by Kevin Procter and Swift Signs & Shirts. Adding to its prestige, the rally was also a round of the North of England Tarmacadam Rally Championship.
The event featured a well-structured format of four stages, each run twice, delivering a compact yet action-packed day of rallying on the iconic Croft Circuit.
Victory and Podium Highlights
Taking the top honors in a commanding performance were Joe Cunningham and Joshua Beer, piloting their Ford Fiesta RS WRC to overall victory. Their skill and determination saw them edge out the competition in a closely contested event.
Finishing just 4 seconds behind in second place were the event sponsor Kevin Procter and Ian Windress, showcasing their talent in a Ford Fiesta S2000 Turbo.
Rounding off the podium with an impressive drive were Ollie O’Donovan and Callum Spoors, securing third place in their Hyundai i20 R5.
The day’s rallying proved to be a thrilling spectacle, with tight competition and high levels of skill displayed across the stages.
The successful return of the Christmas Stages Rally has sparked excitement for the future, with hopes high that the event will continue to grow and thrive in 2025 and beyond. Both rally fans and competitors are eager to see this beloved event become a staple of the motorsport calendar once more.
Congratulations to all who participated and contributed to making the 2024 Christmas Stages Rally a resounding success! 💪🏼💪🏼🏁
