There aren’t many events in the Borders that can boast having two sets of television crews attending as well as showing off F1 technology.
However, this year’s Border Bogie Challenge in Denholm can do just that.
Entries include a team whose sights are set on Red Bull Soapbox glory and another with a carbon-fibre casing worth £15,000, designed by top F1 staff.
“We’ve got some fantastic carts taking part this year,” said one of the organisers, Tony Lockey.
“There are some worth tens of thousands of pounds, as well as one little more than three bits of wood and some pram wheels!”
The event will take place on Dean Road, Denholm, on Saturday, and could attract crowds of up to 1,000 people.
The TV interest surrounds entry Spitphya Phyabird, which will race at the hugely popular Red Bull-sponsored event in London, but whose first competitive run will take place in the Borders.
However, the show ‘Bridezillas’ are also planning on attending, with a local hen party dropping in. Rumour has it that the bride-to-be may even take to the course herself, in a unique bogie.
Tony said: “It is absolutely fantastic, and hopefully the TV coverage will give us a good grounding to grow even more.”
Set up five years ago, the event has grown year-on-year, and raises money for charity.
The Denholm Fair runs alongside and includes lots of stalls, a car boot sale, entertainment and refreshments.
“It is the biggest day of the year for Denholm businesses,” said Tony. “It outclasses the rideout in terms of what they can make. The B&Bs and hotels are booked up for the three days, and people then book again for the next year.”