Frequently asked questions
Below are the answers to the most frequently asked questions. Please email info@veyevents.co.uk if your question isn’t answered.
When is Race the Waves?
Race the Waves takes place Friday 11th September till Sunday 13th September.
On Friday 11th September Racer registration and vehicle inspection. Go along to meet the racers taking part and view the vehicles and motorcycles at Church Green, Old Town Bridlington, YO16 7JT.
Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September are race days at South Beach, Bridlington, YO15 3LG.
The Race the Waves event is determined by appropriate tide times and may not be the same time each year.
Where can I find out about racing at the event?
Race the Waves is organised in partnership with Backfire Promotions. Please visit the website for more information and contact paul_backfire@outlook.com for information on vehicles, drivers and taking part.
Do I need a ticket?
No tickets are needed; Race the Waves is a free event.
What sort of racing is it?
Race the Waves is time trial racing with each driver racing to beat their own time.
Where can I watch the racing?
Vehicles race along on Bridlington South Beach, head to Princess Mary Promenade, Bridlington, YO15 3LG to watch the races.
What time does Race the Waves open/close?
Race the Waves is a three-day event.
Friday is 10am-8pm at Church Green, Old Town Bridlington.
Saturday and Sunday race days are from 10am until 5pm – timings may change subject to weather and tides.
What road closures are in places during the event?
Friday 11st September, 6am-7pm. There will be a parking suspension and road closure on Church Green and Kirkgate.
Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September, 7am -7pm. There will be a road closure on South Marine Drive.
What else is on in Bridlington the same weekend?
Bridlington Steampunk Weekend at Bridlington Spa. The Royal Hall will be filled with entertainment, presentations, workshops and authors as well as an emporium of Steampunk apparel.
Bridlington Food Festival takes place on King Street Market, Bridlington YO15 2DN. Showcasing the best East Yorkshire has to offer, the market is a celebration of food and drink including locally sourced produce and home baked goods.
Use the what's on in Bridlington event calendar to find out what else is on during Race the Waves weekend.
Where are the public toilets?
There are two sets of public toilets along Princess Mary Promenade, close to the event. There are also toilets at the park and ride and South Cliff Gardens.
For more information click the following link. Public toilets
Will the park and ride be running during Race the Waves?
The park and ride bus will be running throughout the weekend from 09:30am each day with the last bus back to the park and ride car park at 6:15pm.
See the timetable for full details.
Is the event accessible?
Bridlington is an accessible destination with mostly smooth flat surfaces throughout the town and plenty of ramped access to higher or lower areas. Event viewing is from South Marine Drive, Princess Mary Promenade and the beach all of which have ramped access.
Is the event dog friendly?
The event takes place across Bridlington's seafront and public spaces so well-behaved dogs on leads are welcome. Dogs must be kept close and on a lead at all times.
Please note the event will be very busy and very loud. If you’re bringing your dog, please consider whether he or she will be able to cope with a busy and noisy environment.
We kindly ask all visitors to act as responsible owners and clean up after their dogs to help ensure the event remains safe and enjoyable for everyone.
Where can I give feedback about the event?
We will be inviting visitors to give their feedback at the event, you can complete the online event feedback form or you can also get in touch with us via email with comments, feedback and enquiries.
