Shropshire Star

Shake, rattle and rollers experience the thrill on the hill at soap box derby

Around 3,000 people flocked to a hill in Shropshire to experience the thrills and spills of a soapbox derby.

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Richard's Castle Soap Box Derby

A thunderstorm caused some people to head for cover at Sunday afternoon's Richards Castle Soap Box Derby but the organisers say it was just a brief interruption to the day's proceedings.

Humphrey Salwey, the event's chairman, said: "It was a very successful day again with a great atmosphere and wonderful local support.

"Nowhere else could you have such a marvellous day out for £5."

Richard's Castle Soap Box Derby

He also praised the volunteers who gave their time as the 29 soap box creations rattled and rolled their way down the 550-metre course with a descent of 50m.