Elstree Speedway

Elstree Hertfordshire.  1947 only.

John Hyam says: Nine meetings took place on a track which had been prepared by a local farmer pouring oil on to a grassy field. The only covered accommodation was a canvas marquee which served as a dressing room and everything else. The first meeting was held on 10 August 1947 and included Freddie Williams, Bill Kitchen, Cyril Brine, Tiger Hart, Bob Wells and Roy Craighead. All nine meetings were refereed by Arthur Humphries. Although speedway did not return the following season, or ever again come to that, the meetings were well attended and had sideshows such as beauty contests and knobbly knees competitions.

Cyril Brine & Bob Wells

John Hyam says: Elstree action August 10, 1947. Cyril Brine, left, and Bob Wells.  Photo - Mike Kemp Collection

Not much on Elstree so far.  Please email me if you can supply anything John

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