Fell Side Auto Club was founded in 1994 to promote motor sport, particular emphasis was given to Production Car Trials, Autotests, Treasure Hunts and family oriented events. In 2000 Martin & Irene Willis and Chris & Diane Veevers put together the first Northern Classic Trial which is a round of the ACTC Championship. The Trial, which won the ACTC "Trial of Year" in 2007 and 2012, is a popular and essential event for trial regulars.