Le Mans Classic 2018 Convoy
Discussion
Anyone interested in joining a group of cars for a convoy down to Le Mans Classic?
This will be happening Thursday 5th July 2018.
It’s still a long way off, but thought as tickets are now available, I’d start a thread. Timings at the moment are approximate, but will give you some idea of the most suitable crossings to book.
I’m planning various meeting points en-route to allow travellers from Calais, Dieppe, Le Havre and Caen to join. Meeting points will be a short drive inland and will be as follows:
60 minutes south of Calais 9:30am
45 minutes south of Dieppe 12:00pm
45 minutes south of Le Havre 1:45pm
45 minutes south of Caen 3:00pm (Lunch & Refuel)
Locations, routes, maps, sat nav files and timings will be issued via email.
The route will be on rural cross-country D roads taking in some lovely countryside and typical sleepy villages, arriving at the circuit around 5:45pm.
Whatever you’re driving, you’re more than welcome to join us - the pace will be reasonably quick, but I’ll slow the group down considerably in villages to ensure everyone stays together.
Any questions, either pm me or post them on this thread.
This will be happening Thursday 5th July 2018.
It’s still a long way off, but thought as tickets are now available, I’d start a thread. Timings at the moment are approximate, but will give you some idea of the most suitable crossings to book.
I’m planning various meeting points en-route to allow travellers from Calais, Dieppe, Le Havre and Caen to join. Meeting points will be a short drive inland and will be as follows:
60 minutes south of Calais 9:30am
45 minutes south of Dieppe 12:00pm
45 minutes south of Le Havre 1:45pm
45 minutes south of Caen 3:00pm (Lunch & Refuel)
Locations, routes, maps, sat nav files and timings will be issued via email.
The route will be on rural cross-country D roads taking in some lovely countryside and typical sleepy villages, arriving at the circuit around 5:45pm.
Whatever you’re driving, you’re more than welcome to join us - the pace will be reasonably quick, but I’ll slow the group down considerably in villages to ensure everyone stays together.
Any questions, either pm me or post them on this thread.
Potatoes said:
You're going to the Classic this year mate? Shame I'll miss the convoy as I'm going to the 24hr. Your 2016 Convoy was fantastic!
Thanks Potatoes! Yeah, date clashes meant I missed 2017 and can’t do 2018 either. I initially considered the Classic a compromise compared to the 24hr, but the more I hear and read about it, I’m actually thinking it’s going to be a great event in its own right.
Miner49er said:
Potatoes said:
You're going to the Classic this year mate? Shame I'll miss the convoy as I'm going to the 24hr. Your 2016 Convoy was fantastic!
Thanks Potatoes! Yeah, date clashes meant I missed 2017 and can’t do 2018 either. I initially considered the Classic a compromise compared to the 24hr, but the more I hear and read about it, I’m actually thinking it’s going to be a great event in its own right.It’s my 30th next year and my friend has just cancelled his wedding that was this weekend (pregnancy!), so we are back on and planning to go.
Where is the best place to book, direct with Le Mans? Happy to splash out a bit as it’s my birthday and would like parking / not camping.
Something like this, 3 day privilege?
Anyone any experience? http://www.lemansclassic.com/language/en/1810-2/
Where is the best place to book, direct with Le Mans? Happy to splash out a bit as it’s my birthday and would like parking / not camping.
Something like this, 3 day privilege?
Anyone any experience? http://www.lemansclassic.com/language/en/1810-2/
Lord.Vader said:
It’s my 30th next year and my friend has just cancelled his wedding that was this weekend (pregnancy!), so we are back on and planning to go.
Where is the best place to book, direct with Le Mans? Happy to splash out a bit as it’s my birthday and would like parking / not camping.
Something like this, 3 day privilege?
Anyone any experience? http://www.lemansclassic.com/language/en/1810-2/
It’s a brave man that cancels his wedding for a trip to Le Mans! Completely justified though Where is the best place to book, direct with Le Mans? Happy to splash out a bit as it’s my birthday and would like parking / not camping.
Something like this, 3 day privilege?
Anyone any experience? http://www.lemansclassic.com/language/en/1810-2/
Yep, we always book through the official site and you’ll find car parking in there too.
TVR_Steve said:
I am interested in this! Is there a 'hotel' or Chateau near to the track that anyone could recommend please? I'd like to take my partner, camping is not something that she would entertain.
Would be good to have you along. I’ve no personal experience of anything other than camping, but I’ve seen recommendations for this place http://www.chateau-de-chanteloup.com/en/Miner49er said:
Would be good to have you along. I’ve no personal experience of anything other than camping, but I’ve seen recommendations for this place http://www.chateau-de-chanteloup.com/en/
Thank you, I'll get booking and let you know.Potatoes said:
I've heard it's brilliant, I'd like to do it myself one day. Hey maybe we'll get to join your convoy next year, it was one of the many highlights of my 2016 Le Mans trip!
Yep, should be back on for doing one for the 24hr in 2019.K50 DEL said:
I'll already be in Europe, I'm doing a 3 week road trip in the 360 with 3 days at the Classic as my final stop.
Had planned on booking the PH camping and tickets as I'm a total LM virgin but would be interested in other options
If you happen to be in the North of the country on the Thursday, you’re welcome to join us.Had planned on booking the PH camping and tickets as I'm a total LM virgin but would be interested in other options
RickRob said:
I am just waiting for my mate to confirm that he's OK for the Classic.
If he is then I'd love to join your convoy. We did a part of the journey to the 24 hours on D roads this year and that drive was the icing on the cake.
Will confirm once my mate confirms.
Be good to have you along and agreed; the drive down is a big part of the event.If he is then I'd love to join your convoy. We did a part of the journey to the 24 hours on D roads this year and that drive was the icing on the cake.
Will confirm once my mate confirms.
Lord.Vader said:
My first Le Mans trip and for my 30th Birthday! Will be on the Portsmouth - Le Havre crossing, early(ish) I expect, as we are coming down from N.Wales, I will probably leave Wednesday.
That's excellent - I think you're in for a great 30th!The meeting point will be just north of Lisieux around 1:45pm local time.
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