Calendar

Calendar of Gaddesden Society Events

This calendar shows Gaddesden Society events, including talks, film nights and other events run by GadSoc.

Jun
5
Sun
The Soapbox Derby @ Sports Field
Jun 5 @ 2:45 pm – 4:30 pm

The Soapbox Derby

Soapbox Derby Poster

The Cubs are bringing back the Soapbox Derby to the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Summer Fair! The soapbox Derby is a fun, whacky, family friendly event, where amateur drivers race homemade soapbox vehicles. Each hand-made machine is fuelled by nothing but sheer courage, the force of gravity and perhaps a little pushing and pulling! The race course will form the centre of the Fair and will take place between 2.45pm – 4.30pm

This year’s theme is NAUTICAL!

How do I enter?
Please email your name, cart name and contact details to Penny Brash at penster35@hotmail.com by Friday 27th May.
Please email Penny if you would like some plans or design ideas!

Entry Requirements & Rules

  • Entry fee – £10 per cart/team (max. 5 people per team)
  • Carts must be handmade – no motorised parts or pedals
  • Carts and teams to be dressed to a NAUTICAL theme
  • Maximum of 2 people pushing/pulling the cart
  • Only one driver
  • Carts must pass scrutineering before allowed to race