Le Mans Classic 2018
Discussion
Pericoloso said:
To be a little less vague,I'm basically asking is there room in camp sites if I just turn up not pre booked ?
I wouldn't dream of trying that at LM 24.
I think they check passes on the way into camp sites, so if you haven't got a pass you won't get in. Whether you can get one from the main gate on the day, I don't know. Probably just easier to get one in advance. Tickets.I wouldn't dream of trying that at LM 24.
Hi Guys,
Been reading and it will be my first time to Le Mans Classic, first time to any Le Mans event and first time camping. Just a few questions if anyone can help?
- If camping is your parked at your pitch?
- Is it easy to get your out and back in to pop into Le Mans town, or best to use any public transport?
- I think i have all my camping gear, anyone recommend anything in particular?
- I am arriving Friday, was thinking of going to Piston Heads Sunday Service first and then evening to Le Mans, or is it recommended to go straight to Le Mans for lunch time etc?
- We are staying at Blu Nord is everything quite a walk away?
- Is food readily available, hadn't really planned on taking food, or is it better to Purchase food and keep in a cool box etc locally before arriving?
If anyone else can think of any other advice for a complete newbie then that would be great.
Thanks
Jay
Been reading and it will be my first time to Le Mans Classic, first time to any Le Mans event and first time camping. Just a few questions if anyone can help?
- If camping is your parked at your pitch?
- Is it easy to get your out and back in to pop into Le Mans town, or best to use any public transport?
- I think i have all my camping gear, anyone recommend anything in particular?
- I am arriving Friday, was thinking of going to Piston Heads Sunday Service first and then evening to Le Mans, or is it recommended to go straight to Le Mans for lunch time etc?
- We are staying at Blu Nord is everything quite a walk away?
- Is food readily available, hadn't really planned on taking food, or is it better to Purchase food and keep in a cool box etc locally before arriving?
If anyone else can think of any other advice for a complete newbie then that would be great.
Thanks
Jay
1. Yes, your pitch is big enough for the tent and your car, assuming it isn't a #9 bus and a ten room tent!
2. Where you are it won't be difficult to get in and out, except the Friday, Saturday and Sunday mornings will see big queues as many people have interior parking, with their club or because it is one of the list of cars pre 1966 which qualify. Don't plan on getting out and about before 11am is my advice.
3. If you have the essentials that's fine. It is only for a few days but a cool box will be essential, as will ice you can buy at the supermarket. Just remember that there are thieves about, so make sure everything of value is locked up in the car overnight, or else put it in the bottom of your sleeping bag before you get in.
4.Get parked up, your tent erected and then think about the rest. To go into town take the tram; anyone will direct you to the terminus.
5. Bleu Nord is one of the nearest but you still have a walk to the village and paddocks in the centre of the circuit.
6. Last time beer was about £6 a pint and you had to buy your souvenir glass. Pizza was about £15 a slice.Buy some croissants or a loaf and marmalade ("Oranges amer") in french. I would plan on eating in town if I was you.
I am sure that others who camp will give some pertinent advice. Have a great time though.
2. Where you are it won't be difficult to get in and out, except the Friday, Saturday and Sunday mornings will see big queues as many people have interior parking, with their club or because it is one of the list of cars pre 1966 which qualify. Don't plan on getting out and about before 11am is my advice.
3. If you have the essentials that's fine. It is only for a few days but a cool box will be essential, as will ice you can buy at the supermarket. Just remember that there are thieves about, so make sure everything of value is locked up in the car overnight, or else put it in the bottom of your sleeping bag before you get in.
4.Get parked up, your tent erected and then think about the rest. To go into town take the tram; anyone will direct you to the terminus.
5. Bleu Nord is one of the nearest but you still have a walk to the village and paddocks in the centre of the circuit.
6. Last time beer was about £6 a pint and you had to buy your souvenir glass. Pizza was about £15 a slice.Buy some croissants or a loaf and marmalade ("Oranges amer") in french. I would plan on eating in town if I was you.
I am sure that others who camp will give some pertinent advice. Have a great time though.
andy tims said:
Been going to the 24 hours for years, but first time at the Classic for me this year.
Is there any radio commentary to help follow the racing in English?
If so, what frequency please?
In the past there hasn't been, but they might broadcast the English tv commentary over the tannoy and you can normally pick that up on the radio (assuming they have an FM licence for longer than just the week of the 24hrs).Is there any radio commentary to help follow the racing in English?
If so, what frequency please?
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