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South via Stirling – in the Monte Carlo Classique/Historique Rally

31st January 2026

Stirling welcomed Rally participants on Thursday evening, 29th January... A red floodlit Stirling Castle provided the backdrop for a 'Monte Fest' to see off the competitors in this year's Monte Carlo Classique/Historique Rally as they called at the city on their way to the South of France. Lord Provost of Stirling Rosemary Fraser waved off the crews who'd already travelled down from the start on … [Read more...]

They are off… to Monte Carlo from the north of Scotland

30th January 2026

From John O’Groats to Monte Carlo… The classics set off on their memorable journey. ALL PHOTOGRAPHS – BY SUSIE MACKENZIE/SDM PHOTOGRAPHY January 29th 2026: Almost 50 classic and historic cars have set off from the windswept northern tip of Scotland for a memorable 1500-mile drive to the South of France. The teams, from around the UK, Europe and the United States, are taking part in the Monte … [Read more...]

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