Thousands expected to watch Wales Rally GB

Rally drivers and cars from throughout the world will descend on Newtown this weekend for the Wales Rally GB international event.

Starting on Friday in North Wales, drivers will head to the Mid Wales stages on Saturday, using Newtown and Llanidloes for refuelling stops and servicing.

Stages include Dyfi, Myherin and Sweet Lamb.

The drivers will regroup in Newtown after 12noon, with spectators able to watch the cars as they travel down Broad Street and out of town for a second run on the stages in the afternoon.

Thousands of spectators are expected to head into town to watch.