Rockingham exclusive Track day for your Aston,,,,,March 21st

[Cockernee]

Retman said:

Just watching BBC2 Fast and Fearless: Banger Racing and for an unknown reason Friday sprung to mind

And where do most of the banger racing people come from?

[Y100]

FoxyGTO3R said:

Hi Y100,
Not sure if this has been covered on previous pages (went back to about page 20!). Just wondered what the procedure is for those of us who would just like to come and watch and meet up with other owners?
Many thanks for arranging this, it should be a great day!
Cheers.
Foxy

Hi Foxy,
Spectators are welcome, catering will be available all day. Moreover, should you wish to join us for the drivers briefing, all are welcome.

Can I ask all entrants to read again the details below,,note the in car camera requirements please.

I have been asked about using slicks; These may only be used on race prepared cars (roll cage etc),,,the forecast is giving showers for Friday.

Here the timing etc details:

Timings
08.00 Access to the garages and inner paddock
08.30 Registration opens in Garage 35/36
09.00 Noise testing outside scrutineering bay
09.30 Driver briefing in Garage 35/36
10.00 Familiarisation laps
10.15 Track time begins
13:00 Lunch break
14:00 Track time restarts
17:00 Track time ends

Noise Testing
All vehicles will be noise tested before being allowed on track. Maximum noise level 105db
static @ 45% - drive by 98db @ 20 metres.
Sign on
All drivers, additional drivers and passengers will need to sign an indemnity form before
accessing track. Indemnity forms will be available to fill out at the registration desk.
Spectators are welcome, although children under the age of 16 are not permitted in the
garages or pit lane.
Licences
In order to drive on track, all drivers will need to show their current valid UK driving license.
If drivers are not able to show their licence, a call to the DVLA can be made on the day to
verify the driver’s details.
Briefing
All drivers/additional drivers must attend the safety briefing held in Garage 35/36
Fuel
The fuel station on site will be open at the following times:
08.30-09.00
12.30-13.30
Garages
Pit Blocks 2 and 3 are reserved for the use of the drivers booked onto the day.
Clothing
Helmets are compulsory, arms and legs must be covered at all times. Comfortable clothing
and sensible footwear is recommended.
In Car Cameras
If you wish to use a video camera you must complete an in-car camera permission form
available at the registration desk. All cameras must be securely fixed. Hand held cameras of
any type are not permitted to be carried or used whilst your car is on track.
Catering
Catering is included on the day with Bacon Rolls served upon arrival and Homemade
Lasagne/ Vegetarian Lasagne, mixed Salad and Garlic Baguettes served for lunch. Coffee/
tea will be available all day.

International Super Sportscar Circuit
Length: 1.94 miles / 3.12 km

http://www.rockingham.co.uk/

Edited by Y100 on Monday 17th March 09:39

[yeti]

And it's looking like rain...

Good job no-one is on slicks... oh wait

[Speculatore]

Speculatore said:

Thursday Dinner:

Dave & Georgina
Tony & Tony jr
Burntout
Gettoff
Martyn (J12MOC)
Rob & Molly
Tony, Jamie and Rupert

Friday Dinner:

Dave & Georgina
Martyn (J12MOC)
Rob & Molly

I was thinking of around 1900 to be honest...

OK...All change... Just received this from the Hotel:

"With regard to the evening meal - we do not have a restaurant at the Hampton. We have a leisure zone where all our guests may sit, however the menu is very light and snacky so I am not sure if this would work for you and your colleagues? There are some lovely restaurants nearby if you wish to dine out. The front desk will have a selection of menus for you."

So.... Everyone do your own thing......

[tonyhall38]

Macdonalds it is then.....

[yeti]

tonyhall38 said:

Macdonalds it is then.....

>raises fists in triumph<

[robgt]

I'm fine with Macdonalds as long as it is a takeaway. Having said that though I'm convinced that their burgers contain some form of laxative. I'm nervous enough as it is without the Big Mac effect adding to my on track fears.

Edited by robgt on Monday 17th March 17:58

Edited by robgt on Monday 17th March 17:59

[yeti]

Anyone travelling up from that there big London and want a relativly uncommunicative and slightly heavy passenger with snazzy green driving shoes?

BR have my car and my life would be much easier if they took it to the track for me and I met them there with it! Other option is catching the 'train' to Corby, which sounds like there could be people on it

[AMDBSNick]

yeti said:

Anyone travelling up from that there big London and want a relativly uncommunicative and slightly heavy passenger with snazzy green driving shoes?

BR have my car and my life would be much easier if they took it to the track for me and I met them there with it! Other option is catching the 'train' to Corby, which sounds like there could be people on it

Happily collect you from Rugby station am Friday. 47 mins from Euston

[yeti]

AMDBSNick said:

Happily collect you from Rugby station am Friday. 47 mins from Euston

What time??

Mike has offered to collect me from Banbury but that's me getting up at a number beginning with a 5 and a bloody long way of doing it!

[AMDBSNick]

yeti said:

What time??

Mike has offered to collect me from Banbury but that's me getting up at a number beginning with a 5 and a bloody long way of doing it!

To suit you. Rockingham is about 45 mins away

[yeti]

AMDBSNick said:

To suit you. Rockingham is about 45 mins away

According to the Bobster's link, we need to be there by 9am... There's a 7:03 getting to Rugby at 7:51 or a 7:46 getting there at 8:41.

Can't you drive faster? I need my sleep

[AMDBSNick]

yeti said:

According to the Bobster's link, we need to be there by 9am... There's a 7:03 getting to Rugby at 7:51 or a 7:46 getting there at 8:41.

Can't you drive faster? I need my sleep

The earlier you get there the more bacon butties you can eat. Make sure you travel 1st too so as to avoid the riff raff

[DAMIT]

yeti said:

AMDBSNick said:

To suit you. Rockingham is about 45 mins away

According to the Bobster's link, we need to be there by 9am... There's a 7:03 getting to Rugby at 7:51 or a 7:46 getting there at 8:41.

Can't you drive faster? I need my sleep

Might be quicker and easier to go London St Pancras International [STP] to Corby [COR

http://ojp.nationalrail.co.uk/service/timesandfare...

[Gettoff]

robgt said:

I'm fine with Macdonalds as long as it is a takeaway. Having said that though I'm convinced that their burgers contain some form of laxative.

Evening Rob

I hope you're wrong on the laxative front, otherwise we will be in for a tsunami of your bullsh*t all day on Friday..

[AMDBSNick]

DAMIT said:

Might be quicker and easier to go London St Pancras International [STP] to Corby [COR

http://ojp.nationalrail.co.uk/service/timesandfare...

Hi Dave

Two issues here:-

a. 1st class on this route is far to cheap leading to the inevitable
b. Have you ever been to Corby

[Gettoff]

Speculatore said:

OK...All change... Just received this from the Hotel:

"With regard to the evening meal - we do not have a restaurant at the Hampton. We have a leisure zone where all our guests may sit, however the menu is very light and snacky so I am not sure if this would work for you and your colleagues? There are some lovely restaurants nearby if you wish to dine out. The front desk will have a selection of menus for you."

So.... Everyone do your own thing......

Dave

Just thinking out loud here, we could just go to a local restaurant, there looks like there are a few curry houses within a few minutes of the hotel. Two or three taxis between us would cover it, and it would be nicer to all sit down together - I don't get to use cutlery often ya know .

What do those on the list think?

[MollyGTi]

Gettoff said:

Speculatore said:

OK...All change... Just received this from the Hotel:

"With regard to the evening meal - we do not have a restaurant at the Hampton. We have a leisure zone where all our guests may sit, however the menu is very light and snacky so I am not sure if this would work for you and your colleagues? There are some lovely restaurants nearby if you wish to dine out. The front desk will have a selection of menus for you."

So.... Everyone do your own thing......

Dave

Just thinking out loud here, we could just go to a local restaurant, there looks like there are a few curry houses within a few minutes of the hotel. Two or three taxis between us would cover it, and it would be nicer to all sit down together - I don't get to use cutlery often ya know .

What do those on the list think?

I'm with you Jeff (we'll leave the others at McD's )

Couple of things - we can't be drinking much (if we have any sense at all) the night before a track day so lets just drive … &, considering the nerves aspect maybe a curry the night before isn't a great idea either (the blokes may disagree) … so how about this (for example):

http://www.thehattonarms.com/index.html

[Gettoff]

MollyGTi said:

I'm with you Jeff (we'll leave the others at McD's )

Couple of things - we can't be drinking much (if we have any sense at all) the night before a track day so lets just drive … &, considering the nerves aspect maybe a curry the night before isn't a great idea either (the blokes may disagree) … so how about this (for example):

http://www.thehattonarms.com/index.html

Looks good to me Molly, far more in keeping with a lady of your standing .
A few beers will be ok.. just as an appetiser of course..

[burntout]

Theres a pub within skipping distance of the hotel that serves food....

A pie and a pint will do nicely....