For 2014, the traditional soap box derby will be a bit different. On the afternoon of 14 June, we are racing at Butts Close, having constructed chariots to a new standard design provided by the District.

We need charioteers, horses, and painters and decorators, and a bit of help to finish construction wouldn’t go amiss. Here’s Bernard, with David as labourer’s assistant, working on the first of our two chariots:

Chariot construction commences

Bodywork under construction

The part-built body resting temporarily on its wheels – axle not yet fastened in place

Part of the chariot bodywork

Another view of the chariot body

Cutting the yoke for the first chariot