The Pirates have suffered a frustrating setback on the eve of the 2026 campaign, with Dan Gilkes confirming he will not be fit in time for the season start. Gilkes had been set to make his Poole debut on Good Friday, following months of hard work to recover from injuries sustained in a crash at Wimborne Road last May — an incident that ruled him out for much of the 2025 season. Nikki & Dan at Eastbourne Track Despite making progress, recent practice sessions have raised conce

Building on the exciting announcement of our media partnership with Cradley A.R.H. Heathens yesterday and our ongoing media support for the NORA league and their riders/team managers, we have more great news to share as we prepare for the 2026 season. Darryl racing for Chesil Radio Royal Wildcats 2025 - Photo courtesy of Sportography Darryl Ritchings, who made a significant impression on Chesil Radio both as a Weymouth Wildcat and as a member of our Chesil Radio Royal Wildcat

Chesil Radio will be entering their 9th speedway season next year as the media partners of the Cradley A.R.H. Heathens, in addition to our media role with the Weymouth Wildcats. Heathens Team 2025 at Vince Mapley Trophy - Copyright: Sportography The Heathens race under the NORA banner on the Isle Of Wight, racing out of the Wightlink Warriors home at Smallbrook Stadium. The team was very successful last season, but Chesil Radio has been following the team for a few seasons n

The Cradley A.R.H. Heathens secured the Vince Mapley Memorial Trophy after a commanding 84–93 aggregate victory, surviving a determined...