Trolley Racing
At the age of 11 nothing was more valuable than a set of old pram wheels. Using a 4-foot plank (this is old money) for the base. To sit on, we fastened a short piece to the back with an axle and 2 wheels, the same at the front but fastened with a bolt so you could steer it. Fix a seat and you were away. Pull it to the top of the hill and race down. There where only about 3 or 4 cars in Dinnington at that time so it was quite safe. Until Wigmores bus came ,then it was both feet on the ground to stop best we could. That's what we called burning rubber! Ah! those were the days.
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RE: RE: Trolley Racing
Well Gavin, nice to hear from you, but I'm sorry, I do not know any Albert Fletcher. He is no relation to me, sorry.
Comment from Ramon Fletcher on Monday, 10th October 2011.
RE: RE: Trolley Racing
Hi
I'm trying to track down Albert Fletcher aka Butch from Thurcroft and whilst searching for him I came across your memories on the Frith site. I just wondered whether you knew him or whether you know of his whereabouts or know anyone who does know him?
I would love to hear back from you.
Gav
Comment from Gavin Baldwin on Sunday, 9th October 2011.