The A4540, Birminghams’ Ring Road, also known as the Middle Ring Road, or the Middleway. Some say it strangles the city, others say it takes the pressure off it. There are those that like it and those that don't. It cannot be denied it has to be there and it will be for some time to come. The ring road was planned and designed by Herbert Manzoni. A British Architect and civil engineer known for holding the position of City Engineer and Surveyor of Birmingham from 1935 until 1963. This position put him in charge of all municipal works and his influence on the city, especially following World War II completely changed the image of Birmingham
The Birmingham SuperPrix meeting held on a street circuit at the heart of Birmingham, from 1986 to 1990. Until 1990 the principal event was a round of the European Formula 3000 Championship, but support races included BTCC and Formula Ford 1600 rounds, as well as sports car racing.
On Sunday 24th August 1986 the eyes of the motorsport world were looking into Birmingham as the day had finally arrived 25 years after Peter Barwell’s claims that he first thought up of a road race during the Le Mans 24 Hours sportscar race. The Superprix used this section of the ring road as well as Bristol Street.On Street Parking is available all around the cache location.
There is a great video that describes this event:
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You are looking for a magnetised keyholder. Please hide it back where you found it. Don’t forget to make a note of the numbers, as you will need them to locate the final cache located in Birmingham City centre near another famous Ring.
The Final cache is located somewhere in the city centre in a small pleasant setting. It can be very busy and as there are benches, it is popular with lunchtime muggles. When trying to place the cache I had to return on several occasions during the day. Evenings and early mornings are a little easier.
Cache is located at N52. AK.HEC & W001 FB. DGJ
All the numbers should be in the order as above.