WHAT THEY SAY - RECENT COMMENTS

“...many thanks to you and your organising team for an excellent event. The quality of everything is way above any other event I have recently done in the UK. Great route and clearly extensive PR as we saw many people out to watch. Marshals were brilliant. Food on the event was excellent, and the venues were well chosen. Speeds on the regularities were very well judged for the road conditions and type...The Great Orme is a bucket short list for most of us, so that was brilliant. Hope we'll be back for another go next year.”

Simon Malins, England , first-time entrant, 2026

“...Well, what a week! Chris and I had an amazing time driving around North Wales on the Three Castles Trial. It was a massive learning experience for us both, never having done anything like it before - thirty or so hours together in a ‘sardine can’ (Chris’s words!), and we didn’t argue or fall out. Apparently, that means we’re set for life. Chris is now on the hunt for an inexpensive classic car he can fit in comfortably and drive! We would like to have another go at it, now we have an idea what to do.”

Jane Gallop, England Classic, first-time entrant, 2026

“...I wanted to thank you and your team for putting on a super event last week. This was my second effort at 3 Castles, and I have to say I enjoyed it even more this second time around. I have done many stage events in North Wales in the past, but I found myself using roads that I haven’t been on in any direction; some great innovations, I feel. I also like how the event gives money to Charity; I don’t remember doing this in my rallying past, but long may it continue. Finally, I liked the way the dinners were arranged at the event, going out to eat at places I might otherwise not have visited...Many thanks and see you next year.”

Phil Cottam, England, returning entrant, 2026

“...of the 15 Three Castles that I have enjoyed, this was the hardest yet – but very fair and great fun...with 20 tests, most of which were long and good, the event is always cherished by those who like to stretch their cars (and their driving abilities!). The route laid out was challenging and included some roads I don’t recall using before – well done, Matt and Baz, for using new ground... Lunchtime venues were great...I really enjoyed Theatr Clwyd and Caer Rhun – neither of which I had eaten at previously…….very good indeed. All in all, a great week, made possible by the hard work of you and all your extensive team. Ian joins me in sending our thanks.

Paul Bloxidge, Wales, returning entrant 2026

"I want you to know what a brilliant time Sally and I had on our Three Castles debut. I had been aware of the event for years and finally made it to join you - all I can say is that it was well worth the wait. We enjoyed ourselves so much, with the fabulous mix of fantastic routes, great tests and lots of socialising...we have some lovely memories. Clearly, you have the weather gods on your side and the sun in combination with the stunning vistas (especially on Day 2) made for some very memorable driving... I thought the days were just right - demanding enough to give a sense of achievement, yet allowing time (to relax) too. The regularities were very fair and the tests were responsible for some very wide smiles. I'm still replaying in my mind the fast runs on the Great Orme! The whole support team were brilliant - we've never felt so well looked after on a rally, with constant attention from the hospitality team and CLOs. Of course, we're very grateful to all the brilliant marshals who kept things running smoothly and generously gave of their time. The Imperial Hotel also looked after us very well and deserve congratulation; all their staff were top-notch.

I can only imagine how much goes on behind the scenes to produce such a great event. Many thanks - see you next year!

David & Sally Ward, England, first time entrants 2023

"What a super 2025 Three Castles! Jon and I had a great time in our 911SC, which was a revelation compared to our trusty Austin Healey 100. All made possible by you and your fantastic and enthusiastic team's planning and efforts. Plus, the bonus of fair weather for the week. Perfect.

I'm at the time of life when Anno Domini is catching up, but we'll be with you all for June 2026, sciatica willing!"

Chris & Jon Dixon, England (Classic, returning entrants 2025)

"What a fabulous event you and your army of helpers put on for us drivers and navigators with a brilliant route and varied test venues keeping everyone on their toes. Gilly really got to grips with the navigation this time, only to have our result pulled down a few numbers by my 'slow` driving on the tests!

We enjoyed catching up with old friends together with making new acquaintances whom we hope to see on the event next year. I must also mention the superb choice of venues for our coffee / lunch and tea stops providing some excellent food that others can only dream of providing!

Thank you again for putting on an excellent event.

James and Gilly Holt, England (Classic, returning entrants, 2025)

"Just a brief message to you and your team to say how much Tim and I enjoyed the Three Castles. It was a huge challenge as neither of us has ever done an event like this and the learning 'curve' was vertical! By day 3 ...(Tim) was noticeably more confident and that was thanks to the winning navigator - who between midnight and 1.00 AM that day took the time to teach Tim some easier ways to navigate!"

Robert & Tim Carr, England (Classic, their first entry, 2023)

"Gill and I wish to thank you and the Three Castles Team for putting on another splendid event this year! We both had a great time enjoying the excellent route and great choice of venues for all the lunch and refreshment stops, day 2 was especially spectacular. Like last year we have met some lovely people who share the same passion for classic cars and they become part of an extended family. Your team have been great in helping to make the event a great success and looking after us so well. Being on the Promenade at the end is great and it's good to see the enthusiasm from the public, seeing the cars and chatting to the owners."

James & Gill Holt, England (Classic, returning entrants 2023)

"We both enjoyed the Three Castles enormously, I think you have got the balance right now for ... those who do not have fast cars. Having the Class awards no longer based on scratch times took the pressure off and made the rally much more rewarding for us... I was particularly pleased that we did not receive any penalties this year which was one of my aims – it does help in the overall scoring! I think you mentioned that the routes were the best for a long while and that was certainly the case, it probably helped that the weather was so good but even so the scenery was fabulous and some of the roads had excellent views. We will definitely be coming next year."

Duncan & Kay Hopkinson, England (Classic, returning entrants 2023)