Newcastle Cycle Speedway
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History of Newcastle Cycle Speedway |
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Introduction
Welcome to Newcastle Cycle Speedway.
Cycle speedway was born after the end of the World War 2. Speedway was
huge at this time, and many young men were keen to emulate their heroes.
Many cities had been bombed during the war, and there was ample space to
race against your friends. Within a short time tracks were built, some
had concrete starting areas and rising starting tapes, teams were formed
and leagues were started.
In Newcastle and surrounding areas various tracks were built and many
teams existed. Ones we know of include Bensham Broadsiders, Brough Park
Eagles, Byker Red Stars, Seaton Delaval, Team Valley, Wallsend and
Newcastle Harts.
As well as not knowing when racing started, our earliest confirmed date
is September 1949, we do not know when the sport died out. We can assume
it would have been around 1951 when the speedway closed.
If you have photographs or memories of the sport to share please email Keith
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