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View Full Version : Donington rescue deal in the offing



Bob
28th May 2010, 00:21
Kevin Wheatcroft, owner of Donington has announced the agreement in principle of a deal to save the circuit. The deal is with Worcestershire-based Adroit Group for a 25-year lease, which if successful should see the return of bike racing to the circuit.

Wheatcroft said : “We are particularly pleased that after a long interview process we feel we have found the right people to move Donington forward into a new and exciting future. Adroit impressed us from the first time we met them and we have every confidence in their ability and vision for Donington.”

Adriot Group Managing Director David Broome added “The entire site needs attention, whilst much of it will require a total overhaul. There is no magic wand, but through a calm, cautious, credible and sensible approach we know we have the experience, expertise and absolute commitment to bring the glory years back to Donington. The racing world needs to see Donington put back on its feet, and that is exactly what we are going to do.”

The circuit fell into disrepair after a £135m investment scheme to make Donington ready for F1 racing fell through, sending the then circuit promoters into administration.