Hammers past and present will be racing to help raise funds for Essex Air Ambulance next month.

Arena Essex old boy Shaun Tacey will be up against current young gun Joonas Kylmakorpi at a two-day grasstrack event at High Easter.

They are among a host of riders at the meeting on July 5 and 6 which has been organised by the 500cc Sidecar Association.

The highlights of the weekend is the 2003 European 500cc Sidecar semi-final and the 250cc Solo Open.

But there are a range of supporting races and displays over the two days to keep visitors entertained, including a display by the Essex Air Ambulance, medial emergencies permitting.

Entry costs £7 (£5 concessions) on July 5 and £12 (£10) on July 6, although a weekend ticket is £15 (£12). Camping is also available.

Contact 01487 711194 for more information or visit www.motorcylinggb.com/club

Published Thursday, June 26, 2003

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