Blue Sud with Speed Chills - first timer advice
Discussion
So this year will be my third Le Mans but my first in 'private' camping.
So was looking for some guidance - bearing in mind that the Bleu Sud camping has a bar/clubhouse/whatever with food, drink and entertainment, do folk still bother setting up individual gazebos or does everyone just migrate to the bar?
In the past we've always set up a gazebo, camping stoves, stores etc and lived in the gazebo for the weekend but I won't bother planning for this if the facilities provided are better. Packing will be easier too if I just need to chuck a couple of camping chairs in with the tent (and a coolbox for the stubbbies
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Cheers
So was looking for some guidance - bearing in mind that the Bleu Sud camping has a bar/clubhouse/whatever with food, drink and entertainment, do folk still bother setting up individual gazebos or does everyone just migrate to the bar?
In the past we've always set up a gazebo, camping stoves, stores etc and lived in the gazebo for the weekend but I won't bother planning for this if the facilities provided are better. Packing will be easier too if I just need to chuck a couple of camping chairs in with the tent (and a coolbox for the stubbbies
)Cheers
Not sure if you are answering the question or just having a dig at the catered campsites in general 
Last time I went in 2007 we ended up buying a cheap gazebo, BBQ, and heaps of food and drink from the local supermarket, most it got dumped (except the beer naturally) when we left to head home. I was in a lotus Elise and taking it with me wasn't an option. Ultimately, it probably would have been cheaper to buy from someone else that time too but we didn't have that option near the tents.
But regardless, the question wasn't one of economics. It was whether the social side of the campsite revolved around the bar, or whether each group retired to their own gazebos. Looking for some feedback from folk who have stayed with Speedchills before, just to get a heads up.
Last time I went in 2007 we ended up buying a cheap gazebo, BBQ, and heaps of food and drink from the local supermarket, most it got dumped (except the beer naturally) when we left to head home. I was in a lotus Elise and taking it with me wasn't an option. Ultimately, it probably would have been cheaper to buy from someone else that time too but we didn't have that option near the tents.
But regardless, the question wasn't one of economics. It was whether the social side of the campsite revolved around the bar, or whether each group retired to their own gazebos. Looking for some feedback from folk who have stayed with Speedchills before, just to get a heads up.
gt6 said:
seems ridiculous to go to a camp site and then pay huge amounts for someone else to cook etc and then pay others for drinks that you could get for a fraction of the price at the local suoermarket
Speed Chills' catering 'package' is excellent value. Reasonably priced (was at the Classic last year) and good quality, healthy food.The beer is cheaper than the vending outlets around the circuit by a euro or two, the wine is a tad expensive for vin du pays (Eu 10?), but having said that, it does avoid all the shenanigans with supermarket visits etc. They have all day tea & coffee for a contribution. I was very impressed overall.
Nick
Stayed in SpeedChills Blu Sud private camping in 2011 - brilliant!! I don't recall there being too many gazebos and people cooking their own food.
The catering package was excellent, in the marquee you could watch the race on a large screen TV with an ice cold pint for 5 Eu. The food was good quality too. From memory they have no problem with you taking your own beers into the marquee if you want to. Great band on all 3 nights aswell.
Im off to Blu Sud myself this year, but we left it too late so we are on the 'general' site and not 'private' - but we've paid to have the catering package provided by SpeedChills.
The catering package was excellent, in the marquee you could watch the race on a large screen TV with an ice cold pint for 5 Eu. The food was good quality too. From memory they have no problem with you taking your own beers into the marquee if you want to. Great band on all 3 nights aswell.
Im off to Blu Sud myself this year, but we left it too late so we are on the 'general' site and not 'private' - but we've paid to have the catering package provided by SpeedChills.
We were in the SC area of Bleu Sud last year and will be back there this year (TVR/Triumph pair) so probably well placed to comment.
There weren't that many gazebo's, but I think that's more down to the fact a lot of the people who go for this sort of thing are space limited (bikes/Lotus 7/etc) than anything else.
We usually shop Wed/Thurs and BBQ under out gazebo most of the week listening to Radio Le Mans, switching to SC for the Sunday night (when unrefrigerated, 3 day-old meat loses it's appeal).
We are a car down this year, so what works for 6 people might not for 4 and there might be more of a social draw to the marquee. It's all very laid-back - if you want to just stick as a group or socialise with others is up to you and no-one seems to care either way.
There weren't that many gazebo's, but I think that's more down to the fact a lot of the people who go for this sort of thing are space limited (bikes/Lotus 7/etc) than anything else.
We usually shop Wed/Thurs and BBQ under out gazebo most of the week listening to Radio Le Mans, switching to SC for the Sunday night (when unrefrigerated, 3 day-old meat loses it's appeal).
We are a car down this year, so what works for 6 people might not for 4 and there might be more of a social draw to the marquee. It's all very laid-back - if you want to just stick as a group or socialise with others is up to you and no-one seems to care either way.
I've been with speed chills for the last 4 years (including the Classic.
all you need to bring is a towel and money - They pretty much cater for everything else.
Turn up, buy your beer cards, they are cheaper than on track and it's cold. last year it equated to about 5/6 euro a pint. We also get the meal deal, so you roll out of your tent, nice cooked breakfast every moring, and the evening meal is much better than you'd expect (steak and chips etc).
Showers are always free in my experience and clean, and the loos always have loo roll in them - (massive plus)
As said before don't bother with an extention lead as there are no hook-ups but you can charge phones in the office.
In the evenings there is entertainment in the form of live music and plenty of screens showing the race - Last year it had the Moto Gp, then F1 followed by the end of the LM24... Awesome
On the Sunday get up and watch the end off the race, safe in the knowledge that your stuff isn't being nicked..... the security is quite strict on the door so don't loose your wristband.
most don't bother with there own gazebo's as there is a huge marquee put up by SC.
Enjoy
P.S. dont go home with all the used beer cards in your pockets - it's just hard to explain to the other half......
all you need to bring is a towel and money - They pretty much cater for everything else.
Turn up, buy your beer cards, they are cheaper than on track and it's cold. last year it equated to about 5/6 euro a pint. We also get the meal deal, so you roll out of your tent, nice cooked breakfast every moring, and the evening meal is much better than you'd expect (steak and chips etc).
Showers are always free in my experience and clean, and the loos always have loo roll in them - (massive plus)
As said before don't bother with an extention lead as there are no hook-ups but you can charge phones in the office.
In the evenings there is entertainment in the form of live music and plenty of screens showing the race - Last year it had the Moto Gp, then F1 followed by the end of the LM24... Awesome
On the Sunday get up and watch the end off the race, safe in the knowledge that your stuff isn't being nicked..... the security is quite strict on the door so don't loose your wristband.
most don't bother with there own gazebo's as there is a huge marquee put up by SC.
Enjoy
P.S. dont go home with all the used beer cards in your pockets - it's just hard to explain to the other half......
dancarro said:
I've been with speed chills for the last 4 years (including the Classic.
all you need to bring is a towel and money - They pretty much cater for everything else.
Turn up, buy your beer cards, they are cheaper than on track and it's cold. last year it equated to about 5/6 euro a pint. We also get the meal deal, so you roll out of your tent, nice cooked breakfast every moring, and the evening meal is much better than you'd expect (steak and chips etc).
Showers are always free in my experience and clean, and the loos always have loo roll in them - (massive plus)
As said before don't bother with an extention lead as there are no hook-ups but you can charge phones in the office.
In the evenings there is entertainment in the form of live music and plenty of screens showing the race - Last year it had the Moto Gp, then F1 followed by the end of the LM24... Awesome
On the Sunday get up and watch the end off the race, safe in the knowledge that your stuff isn't being nicked..... the security is quite strict on the door so don't loose your wristband.
most don't bother with there own gazebo's as there is a huge marquee put up by SC.
Enjoy
P.S. dont go home with all the used beer cards in your pockets - it's just hard to explain to the other half......
Thanks dancarro, that´s just the reply I was looking for. See you all there!all you need to bring is a towel and money - They pretty much cater for everything else.
Turn up, buy your beer cards, they are cheaper than on track and it's cold. last year it equated to about 5/6 euro a pint. We also get the meal deal, so you roll out of your tent, nice cooked breakfast every moring, and the evening meal is much better than you'd expect (steak and chips etc).
Showers are always free in my experience and clean, and the loos always have loo roll in them - (massive plus)
As said before don't bother with an extention lead as there are no hook-ups but you can charge phones in the office.
In the evenings there is entertainment in the form of live music and plenty of screens showing the race - Last year it had the Moto Gp, then F1 followed by the end of the LM24... Awesome
On the Sunday get up and watch the end off the race, safe in the knowledge that your stuff isn't being nicked..... the security is quite strict on the door so don't loose your wristband.
most don't bother with there own gazebo's as there is a huge marquee put up by SC.
Enjoy
P.S. dont go home with all the used beer cards in your pockets - it's just hard to explain to the other half......
Have used speedchills over the last few years for both 24hrs and Classic.
The set up is fantastic, the food and drink and facilities are excellent that we wouldnt consider using anyone else. Yes you pay a premium over the other sites but for the convenience, security and facilities it makes great sense.
Staff are vey good as well and very helpful. Arrived at the classic early on the thurs last year as they were still setting up but that wasnt a problem. Called at the supermarket on the way in for a few bits but there is no need to go out of the campsite for supplies once in.
We took a Gazeebo last year but only because we were in a 4x4. Came in handy as a shelter from the sun/rain but not vital.
Unfortunately not going this year but will be with them at the classic next year.
Have a great time to whoever is going.
The set up is fantastic, the food and drink and facilities are excellent that we wouldnt consider using anyone else. Yes you pay a premium over the other sites but for the convenience, security and facilities it makes great sense.
Staff are vey good as well and very helpful. Arrived at the classic early on the thurs last year as they were still setting up but that wasnt a problem. Called at the supermarket on the way in for a few bits but there is no need to go out of the campsite for supplies once in.
We took a Gazeebo last year but only because we were in a 4x4. Came in handy as a shelter from the sun/rain but not vital.
Unfortunately not going this year but will be with them at the classic next year.
Have a great time to whoever is going.
Hello, I am pleased to see comments regarding Bleu Sud SC site as chilled out and relaxed, I was the first to run the site for SC back in 2009 and we had a great time and I feel it set the tone for the future. I revisited in 2010 and was happy to see it had not really changed, more evolved with 24 hr security and the same fantastic standard of food and beer I know they deliver. Well, Im glad to say Im back this year, one of the managers of the site again. I look forward to meeting old friends and making new ones! On that note Im getting giddy so I'll just say roll on June! 
This will be my third time back to LM, all occasions going with Speedchills. The first in 2010 was at Bleu Sud and 2011 at Beausejour. This years its back to Bleu Sud. Can't fault them, Bleu Sud is smaller than Beausejour but both are clean and well looked after. The showers and loos are clean and cleaned regularly which is very good to see. If you picked the option of having Speedchills providing a tent and putting it up for up, its a great feeling after driving to LM, checking the pitch and watching staff put up the tent for you whilst you have a cold beer!!!!!.....That said you can opt for the meal deals if you wish or just have a fat boys in the morning and eat out during the day and evening, just depends on personal preference. As mentioned already tea and coffee on tap with a contribution. I would recommend the beer token for around 40 euros, works out cheaper than beer at the circuit.
The entertainment is good and easy going/relaxed with a great atmosphere. Security is on the ball and very vigilant so you can park your car and leave your effects on site in the knowledge they'll be secure. I have seen BBQ's etc on site but they were few and far between.
The entertainment is good and easy going/relaxed with a great atmosphere. Security is on the ball and very vigilant so you can park your car and leave your effects on site in the knowledge they'll be secure. I have seen BBQ's etc on site but they were few and far between.
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