The Desert Track Closes After 50 Years | Belfast News

After fifty years of roaring engines and dusty triumphs, the legendary Desertmartin Motocross Track — known to riders as ‘The Desert’ — has officially shut its gates. Once a humble sandpit, it evolved into one of the UK and Ireland’s most revered motocross venues, hosting everything from local races to world championships. The Cookstown and District Motorcycle Club, which ran the track with tireless dedication, expressed heartfelt gratitude to volunteers and fans who helped build its legacy. Riders poured out their grief and memories on social media, recalling friendships forged and the unique, skill-demanding challenges of its sandy terrain. With its ability to race in all weather and its pivotal role in Northern Ireland’s motocross revival, the closure marks a devastating loss — especially as the sport still recovers from pandemic setbacks. Though the gates are now closed, the track’s legacy lives on in the countless riders it launched to greatness and the indelible mark it left on the sport. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/20fd63c7efc660db