The South West motocross scene is gearing up for one of its busiest seasons in years

With clubs across Cornwall, Devon, Somerset, and Dorset announcing packed calendars, new track developments, and a wave of fresh talent entering the gates. After a winter of relentless rain and heavy ground, riders are itching to get back on familiar soil — and the region’s clubs are ready to deliver.

A Season of Upgrades and Ambition

Several tracks have spent the off‑season making improvements. Fraddon Motopark has continued refining its layout, adding safer run‑offs and improving drainage in the lower section. PCMP has invested in new machinery to keep the surface consistent on busy practice days. Meanwhile, Thirty3MX has hinted at a new rhythm section designed to challenge both 85cc and adult riders without compromising safety.

These upgrades reflect a wider trend: South West clubs are pushing to raise standards while keeping the grassroots spirit alive.

Riders to Watch

The junior ranks are stacked this year. Local rising shedders like (insert real names once you have them), bringing speed and confidence and with some of them moving up classes. The juniors are certain to bring the heat this season and will make for some blazing competition. In the adult categories, several familiar faces are returning from injury, determined to make their mark.

One club official summed it up perfectly: “The talent coming through right now is unreal. The South West is producing some seriously fast riders.”

Weather Will Play Its Usual Role

No South West season preview would be complete without acknowledging the region’s unpredictable weather. Early rounds are expected to be technical, rut‑heavy, and physically demanding — exactly the kind of conditions that separate the smooth from the sketchy.

Riders who spent the winter training in the mud will have the advantage.

Community at the Core

What sets the South West apart is the atmosphere. Whether it’s a packed Sunday at Southerly MXC or a chilled saturday session at Fraddon, the sense of community is unmistakable. Families, mechanics, marshals, and volunteers all play their part.

As the gates drop on 2026, one thing is certain: the South West motocross scene is alive, thriving, and ready for another unforgettable year.