• Generally you are welcome to spectate;   there is no charge to watch a historic sporting trial.
• Spectators MUST act responsibly and not but themselves or others at risk.
• Young children must be under the control of a responsible adult
• Dogs are not permitted unless on a proper lead.
• Park your car safely in the car park. 
• Follow the trial on foot. Unauthorised vehicles are not permitted 
• You must obey the marshal or officials instruction particularly on matters of safety.
• Do not stand in a position that you could be struck by a vehicle, behind spinning wheels or in a position that can obscure the vision of the competitors or marshals. 

• You should attempt each observed section in running order. To be fair to other competitors do not try to jump the queue, but be ready when it is your turn. In addition you should attempt sections consecutively on each lap, do NOT visit sections in random order. 

• In some historic sporting trials the “mentor” system may be employed. The Clerk of the Course will announce that an experienced competitor may act as a mentor to a group of less experienced competitors to help and guide them in the art and etiquette of historic sporting trials. Generally the experienced competitor would attempt the section first and then under his/her guidance the competitors being mentored would attempt the hill. This may slow the progress of the event but the feedback received from competitors new to the sport has been very positive. Under these circumstances running out of order may occur and will not be penalised

• Always have a good look at each section before attempting it. Inspect the surface carefully - there are sure to be parts of the section where grip is better than others. Look at the corners. Often by taking a less obvious line you will be able to achieve a better position for the next part of the section - and avoid being "locked out". Make yourself aware of all natural hazards. Do not be caught out by following previous tracks - always count the markers down as you proceed through the section to avoid leaving it. Most successful climbs are made when the driver has fixed in his mind not only the precise line he wishes to take but also the varying pace through the entire section.

• Do not put your car, or others, at risk when attempting a section. In addition take care not to park or leave your vehicle in a position that impedes the progress of the event e.g. blocking the start of a section, or causes danger to others e.g.  blocking the escape route from a section particularly in slippery conditions. 

• Examine the start line carefully, particularly if it is causing difficulties, and do not draw up to the line until you are ready to go. The very action of two people bustling into a car on the line in muddy or wet conditions could destroy the chance of getting off the line, or at least provide a very unsettled start! Look for the best bit of ground, bearing in mind which line you want to take and the fact that the car can be at any angle to the line - all it needs is for the leading front hub to be vertically over the line. Consider the pros and cons of heading straight up hill or using some flatter ground first to gain momentum.  When you have chosen your start position, get yourself and your passenger into the car, move slowly to the line and start in your own time after the marshal has given the go-ahead.

• When driving the section learn to be in complete control of your car at all times and avoid rushing obstacles faster than you need. There is no virtue in arriving at part of the section so out of control that you lose your position or composure for the next part.

• A car is deemed to have failed a section when either forward motion has ceased or any part of the car and/or occupants touches a marker or all four wheels of the car are outside the boundary of the section. 

• Given time you will find the best way of driving various types of surface in your particular car. One basic principle applies in most cases, however. Keep the driving wheels in contact with the ground at all times and avoid wheelspin.

• You are obliged to carry a passenger who must occupy the seat alongside the driver and be "properly seated". In historic sporting trials it is accepted this means the passenger's bottom should remain vertically over the passenger compartment during motion on the section. Sitting on the top of the "boot" is specifically prohibited, but extensive leaning of the upper body is quite acceptable, and in fact is a major contributor to safety if properly carried out. Note that passengers must be declared at Signing On and may not be varied during the event. See the   MSA Yearbook [M] for age provision. Remember that if a car occupant touches a marker whilst a section is being attempted this represents a fail.

• Opinions vary on the desirability of a passenger's (limited) movements within the car both in terms of weight distribution and bouncing in an attempt to improve traction. The worst thing he/she can do is to move at the wrong time and unsettle the car to a standstill!

• Observed section with marshals: At the conclusion of each section always ensure that your score has been correctly assessed and recorded. Remember that a marshal is a Judge of Fact with whom you should not enter into dispute. If you feel that an injustice may have been done as a result of a marshal's decision then you may put your case across in a polite and discrete manner and ask the marshal to kindly reconsider the position. The marshal may or may not accept your point. Further recourse is through the Clerk of the Course who will consult the Stewards.

Face masks are mandatory. 

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