We’re pleased to confirm the agreed dates for the 2026 ACF Challenge, a long-standing inter-club championship that brings together some of the region’s most active motor clubs for a year of friendly competition and shared events.
Launched in 2009, the ACF Challenge was created to strengthen collaboration between neighbouring clubs by opening selected events to all participating members. Coordinated by John Leckenby of Worksop Motor Club, and supported through sponsorship from the Alexander Calder Financial Group, the Challenge has grown into a varied and much-anticipated fixture on the motorsport calendar.
Across the season, competitors can expect a broad mix of activities, from Autotests and Driving Tests to quizzes, scatter rallies, and treasure hunts, ensuring there’s something for everyone, whether you prefer driving skill, navigation, or social competition.
Below is the full schedule for the 2026 season.
ROUND 1 – WDMC Bowling Tues 17th February 2026
ROUND 2 – LMSC Slot Racing, Wednesday 11th March 2026
ROUND 3 – S&H Buzzer Quiz Wednesday 22nd April 2026
ROUND 4 – S&H 10-Test Trial Wednesday 27th May 2026
ROUND 5 – MMC Spring Bank Treasure Hunt Tuesday 9th June 2026
ROUND 6 – RMC’s Shooting Challenge – Thursday 23rd July 2026
ROUND 7 – W&DMC’s Fulbeck Autosolo Saturday 15th August 2026
ROUND 8 – LMSC Grass Autotest Sunday 13th September 2026
ROUND 9 – Matlock’s Computer Games Thursday 22nd October 2026
ROUND 10 – RMC’s Indoor Autotest Saturday 14th November 2026