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11 evocative images of Cradley Heathen, 30 years after the closure of the Dudley Wood Stadium

There was not a lot riding on the result, pun not intended. The 48-all draw between a Greg Hancock select team and a Billy Hamill select team seemed almost beyond the point.

Cradley|Nov 1
Supporting image for story: 11 evocative images of Cradley Heathen, 30 years after the closure of the Dudley Wood Stadium
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Storm Stacey races into top 10 on penultimate British Championships weekend
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Eccleshall's Storm Stacey remains in top 10 contention after Netherlands showing
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Wolves speedway promoter on club's search for a new home
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Eccleshall hotshot Storm Stacey battles back with strong Caldwell Park performance
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