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Lydden Hill
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Lydden was founded in 1955 by Bill Chesson with the help of the Astra Motor Club. From 1957, they promoted stock-car racing and grass-track racing for motorcycles.
Lydden was founded in 1955 by Bill Chesson with the help of the Astra Motor Club. From 1957, they promoted stock-car racing and grass-track racing for motorcycles. By 1962, Chesson wanted to progress and laid a tarmac track in order to promote motor and motorcycle road racing. The original plan was for a 1-mile circuit but this scheme had to be put on hold when the tarmac ran out at what is known as the Devil’s Elbow; the result was the short circuit, which is sometimes used by Legends and Hot Rods.
In 1965, tarmac asphalt was laid for hosting car racing up to Formula Three. Lydden became extremely popular, to the point that in 1967 a meeting featuring Formula Three was televised.
Upcoming Track Days
2 events
31
Aug
2026
Lydden Hill - August 31, 2026
LowerAvailable
MiddleAvailable
Middle 2Available
AdvancedAvailable
£135.00
26
Sep
2026
Lydden Hill - September 26, 2026
LowerAvailable
MiddleAvailable
Middle 2Available
AdvancedAvailable
£135.00
Circuit Information
Circuit length: 1mile
Petrol: Not available Pit Garages: None Catering: Available Noise levels: 100db (unless otherwise stated) It is compulsory for all bikes to be fitted with a working rev counter. Power: Available ifor an extra charge Groups: 4 groups Animals: Not allowed Children: Allowed Camping: Allowed Start times: Day - 07.30 sign on / 08.30 briefing / 0900 tracktime commences (please note during the Winter tracktime may start later) General requirements: Full unrestricted UK licence or equivalent or ACU race licence required. Age 18+
Full zip together leathers or 1 piece, helmet with ACU gold standard, long leather riding boots, gloves, back protector and brake lever guard.
Age 14+ Lydden Hill is ideally located in Kent just a short drive from Dover and half an hour from the M25.
Directions
Lydden Hill circuit is situated on the main A2 between Canterbury and Dover. Access to the Circuit is from the A2 only and not via the villages that surround the circuit.
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