Plains Rally – 13 June 2026 | Bala

The organisers of the 2026 Plains Rally are pleased to confirm that the event will now take place on Saturday 13 June 2026, following a change from the originally scheduled date of 16 May.

This adjustment has been made due to the unavailability of a suitable service area for the May date. We would like to thank competitors, officials, volunteers, and supporters for their understanding and are delighted to confirm that the rally will remain based in Bala, as originally planned.

Preparations for the 2026 event are already gathering momentum. Route planning is well under way, with early designs featuring approximately 44 stage miles, including the exciting return of a stage not used since the Astra Stages in the early 2000s — a nostalgic addition that is sure to be a highlight for competitors and spectators alike.

Marshal recruitment will open soon, with full details announced via Rally Stage Team – Plains Rally channels. We look forward to welcoming both experienced marshals and those new to rallying to be part of what promises to be a standout event.

We are proud to confirm that the 2026 Plains Rally will once again be a qualifying round of a wide range of prestigious championships and series:

• Motorsport UK Pirelli Welsh Stage Rally Championship

• Protyre Autocare BTRDA Rally Series

• Motorsport UK English Rally Championship

• ANWCC Forest Rally Championship

• SD34 Stage Rally Championship

• TCS Plains Rally Challenge in support of Wales Air Ambulance

• Celtic Micra Challenge

• Mini Rally Challenge

Thank you for your continued support of the Plains Rally. We look forward to welcoming everyone to Bala in June 2026 for what promises to be a fantastic day of competitive, high-quality rallying.

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