GALLERY: Bluebell Wood's Soapbox Derby in Clifton Park

THERE were thrills — and occasional spills — as crazy costumes and colourful karts filled Clifton Park for Bluebell Wood's Soapbox Derby on Saturday.
By Gareth Dennison
Published 21st May 2019, 14:49 BST
Updated 21st May 2019, 15:00 BST
Action from Bluebell Wood's Soapbox Derby at Clifton ParkAction from Bluebell Wood's Soapbox Derby at Clifton Park
Action from Bluebell Wood's Soapbox Derby at Clifton Park

Around 40 teams competed as thousands of spectators watched and £12,000 was raised for the children’s hospice.

Winners Axles of Awesome completed the Clifton Park 400-metre course quickest in 43 seconds — after building their kart in a garage using tips from YouTube.

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Dearne’s Demons, a team formed by Wath company Dearne Electrical, were quickest through the speedtrap and second overall.

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