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(1947 - 1976)
Downton Motor Club
Fun, friendly and competitive motorsport
Welcome to Downton Motor Club
Downton Motor Club is more than just a car club - our heritage can be traced back to the days of the world famous Downton Engineering Works, who were responsible for tuning services, preparing race cars and building special engines during the golden age of British motoring. Motorsport is still in our DNA.
Throughout the year we have our own fantastic set of 'Speed' Championships with qualifying events at major motorsport venues across the country - these championship events offer a range of motorsport thrills and all at a reasonable cost.
Downton Motor Club - the home of fun, friendly and competitive motorsport.
(Photo - Our 2026 Speed Champion Matt Eardley, Renault Clio)
DOWNTON MC News
2026 Downton Motor Club Speed Championship: The Results
The final event of the year was the Castle Combe Pegasus Halloween Sprint, held around the 1.85-mile Wiltshire circuit.
This fabulous sprint brought the championship to a close, with Mathew Eardley taking the win!
Matt had to beat the class bogey time by more than a second to take the title. With the weather on his side, he did so on his first timed run. A rather efficient way to wrap up the season, and a fantastic achievement in his debut year with Downton MC.
Matt had this to say: "I'm over the moon. It's been an amazing year and to top it off with an overall win wasn't something I was entertaining! The racing has been fantastic but it's the off-track which has made it for me. Thanks to each and every one of you and a special thanks to the ones doing the hard work in the background. Bring on next year!"
Completing the championship podium are Harry Whitehead in second place and John Wells in third
The final championship standings are as follows:
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Matt Eardley – Renault Clio – 145.185
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Harry Whitehead – Eunos Roadster – 144.045
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John Wells – Mini Cooper S – 141.840
Congratulations to Matt, Harry and John on their championship results, and well done to everyone who has competed throughout the season.
Congratulations to Harry Whitehead !
Harry has now confirmed as the 2026 Wiscombe Park Challenge winner -
Photo - Nigel Cole
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2027 Club Membership
We are putting the final touches to our 2027 Club Package. Once again it will offer a combined membership and speed championship offer - great value for those looking to try .
2027 entries will open in early December 2026.
We are pleased to announce that Downton Motor Club branded merchandise is now available to order!
We have teamed up with a well known local specialist company called Giraffe Promotions to provide a great range of value for money merchandise. As many of you will know Giraffe Promotions is run by club member Paul Wheatley. All merchandise is ordered / embroidered / shipped 'on demand' - this is ideal for DMC as we won't have money tied up in holding a stock of merchandise.
There is a wide range of 16 different garments to choose from - many of which can be personalised. Check out the polo shirts, fleeces, gilets, hats, hoodies, soft shell jackets etc.... many in a unisex fit if you are looking for a unique present for the wife :-)
Yes, you can now show your support for the Club with a superb range of merchandise bearing our distinctive Club logo. You can also personalise your goodies by adding 'your name' underneath the logo or adding words like 'Speed Championship' under the logo - the choice of wording is yours. There is also a small section specifically for the 2026 Speed Champion competitors - hoodies and T-shirts with all the championship event dates printed on the back.....
Click on the link below to explore the complete range of DMC merchandise available -
https://www.giraffepromotions.co.uk/product-category/3-clubs/downton-motor-club/
Hamlins Engineering is a long-established automotive machining and engineering company that has an excellent reputation for quality and service. Founded by Thomas Hamlin way back in 1896, they are known across the south west as one of the leading specialists in engine reconditioning, rebuilds, machining and precision engineering.
They will happily take on work for any make or model of car, commercial vehicle or motorcycle and have an excellent reputation for their work on vintage and heritage vehicles. Highly recommended.
On production of your membership card, Downton Motor Club members are now entitled to a very handy 10% discount on parts and labour! Check out the full range of fantastic services offered by Hamlins Enginnering at www.hamlinsengineering.co.uk or give them a call on 01278 422452.
Looking to try some Motorsport?
Downton Motor Club is synonymous with the name ‘Mini’ and continuing in 2026 we have special classes in our Speed Championships for road legal R50 and R53 BMW Minis (Class 4 and 4A). As these are running in a ‘road legal’ format there are no need for fire extinguishers, cut off switches, roll cages or full harnesses.
We have Downton Classes at 30+ events throughout the year - starting in March and going right through until the end of October. The ‘Speed’ calendar typically includes Sprints at famous circuits like Goodwood, Pembrey, Llandow and spectacular hillclimbs at venues like Wiscombe Park, Shelsley Walsh and Prescott - something for everyone.
Check out the Speed Championship tab for more details
