Want to be a Marshal?
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Saturday 21st February is Marshals' Training Day at Castle Combe Circuit and plenty of volunteers are being sought.
The day is designed for both experienced motor racing marshals and those looking to discover what marshalling at a race meeting is all about.
Mike Skelton of the British Racing & Sports Car Club, which organises the day said: "Marshalling is one of the most rewarding voluntary activities. It's a great way to meet new, like minded people and to acquire some valuable skills, though obviously it helps if you have an interest in motor sport already ."
He added, "At the training days we give people an insight into what marshalling involves, showing them the various different activities they can become involved in. It's an excellent taster for the real thing and is also a chance to meet those you might be working alongside at a race meeting. "
Marshalling at one of Castle Combe Circuit's meetings is an activity open to any fit and healthy person over the age of 16. There are a number of different marshalling activities and a type of career structure in place, allowing people to move to more responsible positions as their experience grows.
"After every race meeting, the marshals gather in 'The Tavern' at the circuit and there is always plenty of frivolity and chin wagging about what has happened during the day. The marshals are very well regarded and supported by the circuit and the drivers, so we always have a free draw with some interesting prizes which the marshals benefit from, " explained Skelton.
Every year, around 10 to 15 new recruits become marshals following the training day, but more are always needed as the meetings held at the circuit become busier and more demanding.
Further information on the day can be obtained from Mike Skelton on 01633 770566.
So, if you want to start expanding your social activities, just turn up on the day from 8 am. There is no need to pre-register and all activities will take place in the paddock.
Links
www.marshalspost.com this gives details of circuits, how to get there etc, and has a forum attached which is a part of www.ten-tenths.com (sorry for the plug of another forum site)
wolosp said:
I'm tempted - (living within earshot of the circuit) - I used to marshal for Lydden & Brands Rallycross & club racing back in the 70s & 80s....but I cannot commit myself to attending on a regular basis.
If that's ok with the organisers, then I'm up for it!
As am I (both within earshot of the circuit, and interested).
May well see you there then Paul
....or do we bring our own grub?
mutley said:Hi Mutley - I was with the Intermediate group...a good refresher (after an absence trackside of some 12 years or so), and yes, I shall be back!
Glad you enjoyed your day,
I'll have to buy a new tango suit though - mine seems to have shrunk!
They have a habit of shrinking!
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