Revival Question (or two)
Discussion
Planning on going to the Revival this year - I've wanted to go for ages but timing hasn't been right. Anyhoo, I take it Friday isn't as busy and will be better for wandering about with the next two days better for watching all the racing and whatnot? Do any of you have itineraries or do you take things as they come? And in regards to tickets, do I want to buy grandstand type seating? Where is decent if that's a good idea?
Yes friday is not quite as busy as Saturday or Sunday, but it's still fairly lively. Friday is the practice day so it's a bit more laid back. The best grandstand seats are in the chicane grandstand, unfortunately this is effectively a GRRC members grandstand because the tickets are allocated to GRRC memebers exclusively at first. This ususaly means that all the seats are taken by GRRC members, although it's always worth checking with the booking office after the exclusivity period is over to see if there are any seats left. If not go for Startline, then Woodcote IMHO.
The Revival is the finest motor racing experience one can enjoy - you'll have the time of your life. Friday is great for doing a full perimeter walk of the cicuit, and also allows you chance to see every vehicle as all races have a practice session. Saturday features some superb races, and a practice session for the TT Celebration race. If at all possible, attend all 3 days. It's not cheap, but you simply must take the chance to stand out at "The Corner With No Name" and feel the Whisun Trophy pack come past. And seeing the likes Ludovic Lindsay riding ERA R5B over Madgwick's fierce bumps is utterly divine. All the period dress is fine, but it's when the flag drops and the racing starts that you get a real feel for Goodwood's magic.
Sounds great. I'm thinking Friday + Sunday might be best. I would like to attend all three days but it's £220 or so, which is steep (and I'll be traveling from Cheshire).
Is Levant not worth bothering with in terms of Grandstand? Looks like it's on a nice section of the track in terms of viewing the racing? By all accounts a Grandstand seat sounds necessary...
Is Levant not worth bothering with in terms of Grandstand? Looks like it's on a nice section of the track in terms of viewing the racing? By all accounts a Grandstand seat sounds necessary...
ThatPhilBrettGuy said:
LongLiveTazio said:
Sounds great. I'm thinking Friday + Sunday might be best. I would like to attend all three days but it's £220 or so, which is steep (and I'll be traveling from Cheshire).
All the way from Cheshire and back twice? You'll need the Saturday off to recover!Tempted just to say balls to it and buy weekend tickets though. Argh!
LongLiveTazio said:
Sounds great. I'm thinking Friday + Sunday might be best. I would like to attend all three days but it's £220 or so, which is steep (and I'll be traveling from Cheshire).
Is Levant not worth bothering with in terms of Grandstand? Looks like it's on a nice section of the track in terms of viewing the racing? By all accounts a Grandstand seat sounds necessary...
It is pricey, but I cannot describe how magical the place is. Personally I wouldn't bother with grandstands - they're not very close to the track and the best views are available from trackside. We bought g/s tickets for the first day we attended and sat in our seats for all of 20 minutes before moving forward to the barrier. Lavant has a big screen which is good, but honestly save your money for merch and sit on the grass nearer the track. The thing which strikes me each year is just how close you are to the track compared to anywhere else in this country. The run off areas are really very small and out the far side before St Mary's, the cars are really really motoring, skipping about over the bumps and generally creating a mighty spectacle. You won't get that from any of the grandstands. There will be greater experts on this forum than me, but if you want any further information, give me a PM. Is Levant not worth bothering with in terms of Grandstand? Looks like it's on a nice section of the track in terms of viewing the racing? By all accounts a Grandstand seat sounds necessary...
I drive down from Leeds each year for FoS and Revival and my parents come from Cheshire. It's a bit of a trek, but nothing to detract from the general experience.
chevronb37 said:
LongLiveTazio said:
Sounds great. I'm thinking Friday + Sunday might be best. I would like to attend all three days but it's £220 or so, which is steep (and I'll be traveling from Cheshire).
Is Levant not worth bothering with in terms of Grandstand? Looks like it's on a nice section of the track in terms of viewing the racing? By all accounts a Grandstand seat sounds necessary...
It is pricey, but I cannot describe how magical the place is. Personally I wouldn't bother with grandstands - they're not very close to the track and the best views are available from trackside. We bought g/s tickets for the first day we attended and sat in our seats for all of 20 minutes before moving forward to the barrier. Lavant has a big screen which is good, but honestly save your money for merch and sit on the grass nearer the track. The thing which strikes me each year is just how close you are to the track compared to anywhere else in this country. The run off areas are really very small and out the far side before St Mary's, the cars are really really motoring, skipping about over the bumps and generally creating a mighty spectacle. You won't get that from any of the grandstands. There will be greater experts on this forum than me, but if you want any further information, give me a PM. Is Levant not worth bothering with in terms of Grandstand? Looks like it's on a nice section of the track in terms of viewing the racing? By all accounts a Grandstand seat sounds necessary...
I drive down from Leeds each year for FoS and Revival and my parents come from Cheshire. It's a bit of a trek, but nothing to detract from the general experience.
Cheers,
J
chevronb37 said:
LongLiveTazio said:
Sounds great. I'm thinking Friday + Sunday might be best. I would like to attend all three days but it's £220 or so, which is steep (and I'll be traveling from Cheshire).
Is Levant not worth bothering with in terms of Grandstand? Looks like it's on a nice section of the track in terms of viewing the racing? By all accounts a Grandstand seat sounds necessary...
It is pricey, but I cannot describe how magical the place is. Personally I wouldn't bother with grandstands - they're not very close to the track and the best views are available from trackside. We bought g/s tickets for the first day we attended and sat in our seats for all of 20 minutes before moving forward to the barrier. Lavant has a big screen which is good, but honestly save your money for merch and sit on the grass nearer the track. The thing which strikes me each year is just how close you are to the track compared to anywhere else in this country. The run off areas are really very small and out the far side before St Mary's, the cars are really really motoring, skipping about over the bumps and generally creating a mighty spectacle. You won't get that from any of the grandstands. There will be greater experts on this forum than me, but if you want any further information, give me a PM. Is Levant not worth bothering with in terms of Grandstand? Looks like it's on a nice section of the track in terms of viewing the racing? By all accounts a Grandstand seat sounds necessary...
I drive down from Leeds each year for FoS and Revival and my parents come from Cheshire. It's a bit of a trek, but nothing to detract from the general experience.
J, I do concur with your comment re the rain. However, that's what umbrellas are for, and if it's sunny you can end up being cold! I've spent many days at the FoS being grateful for the cover of a grandstand, was it 1997 when it rained solidly for hours? Martin Stretton performed acrobatics in the Tyrrell 005..Anyway, I digress.
In terms of leaving seats, personally I think it's a bit anti-social at such an event to pitch camp and then bugger off for several hours, but Goodwood seems to have adopted the old Brooklands adage of "The right crowd and no crowding" so I doubt you'd find your stuff swiped. If you're planning on watching from anywhere from Woodcote to Madgwick, you'll need to get there in the morning and set up camp. Anywhere else you can probably arrive any time and get a space. My personal recommendation is the run up to St Mary's. There is plenty of overtaking following the long drag out from Madgwick, the terminal speed is very high for the fast cars, the barrier is extremely close and the general sense of exhiliration is incredible. I get goosebumps when the TT Celebration field is let loose - a real genuine surge of adrenalin; so visceral is the demonstration of car control, the sheer beauty of the machines in question, the sounds and the closeness of the racing. That is the moment which makes the 362 day wait worthwhile.
In terms of leaving seats, personally I think it's a bit anti-social at such an event to pitch camp and then bugger off for several hours, but Goodwood seems to have adopted the old Brooklands adage of "The right crowd and no crowding" so I doubt you'd find your stuff swiped. If you're planning on watching from anywhere from Woodcote to Madgwick, you'll need to get there in the morning and set up camp. Anywhere else you can probably arrive any time and get a space. My personal recommendation is the run up to St Mary's. There is plenty of overtaking following the long drag out from Madgwick, the terminal speed is very high for the fast cars, the barrier is extremely close and the general sense of exhiliration is incredible. I get goosebumps when the TT Celebration field is let loose - a real genuine surge of adrenalin; so visceral is the demonstration of car control, the sheer beauty of the machines in question, the sounds and the closeness of the racing. That is the moment which makes the 362 day wait worthwhile.
Yeah, it is a bit anti-social, hence my reservation. I'm a bit concerned that I'll be a bit knackered with all the walking about and standing up to watch the racing, and I have the missus (with no doubt impractical shoes) to contend with. If we brought a rug could you put it down somewhere and still see the racing, even if it's not right up close?
OK, my suggestion would be to go for all three days, spend Friday wandering around, looking at the stands, sideshows, pits (you can see some of this without a members pass) the aircraft display area and of course the car park outside, that will take all day! That done you can view Saturday's racing from around the track and buy a grandstand seat for Sunday. I sit in Chicane but as has been said that's usually fully booked but I'd prefer Woodcote to Startline and I've never sat in Lavant. At Woodcote you are near the café, toilets and trade village so you can nip out for a coffee and get back for the next race. As has been said though take a blanket because even if it's sunny it's freezing in the stands because they are in the shade and it's late September! Oh and do make an effort with the clothing, brogues and a flat cap are all that's needed, the Ferrari branded anorak mob just look so chavy!
chevronb37 said:
J, was it 1997 when it rained solidly for hours?
The first Revival was held in 1998 so it can't have been 1997.I reckon it was 1999 - the year Grant Williams spun so many times in his MkII Jag that the crowd gave him a round of applause for entertaining them so much.
Eric Mc said:
chevronb37 said:
J, was it 1997 when it rained solidly for hours?
The first Revival was held in 1998 so it can't have been 1997.I reckon it was 1999 - the year Grant Williams spun so many times in his MkII Jag that the crowd gave him a round of applause for entertaining them so much.
I think Chevron meant the FOS in 97 which was THE wettest event ever, especially as Tyrells don't generally run at the Revival. 
I think Rich has the right idea (as always!) use Friday to walk around then set up camp somewhere for the saturday and sunday. I'm not keen on those who leave their seats at a place and wander off, but this generally is worse at the revival than the fos. And I would definately persuade the girlfriend to adopt comfy shoes for the weekend as it could end in premature leaving if she is in pain and you won't want to do that! Can't wait for both events this year. Mark
I think Rich has the right idea (as always!) use Friday to walk around then set up camp somewhere for the saturday and sunday. I'm not keen on those who leave their seats at a place and wander off, but this generally is worse at the revival than the fos. And I would definately persuade the girlfriend to adopt comfy shoes for the weekend as it could end in premature leaving if she is in pain and you won't want to do that! Can't wait for both events this year. MarkEric Mc said:
chevronb37 said:
J, was it 1997 when it rained solidly for hours?
The first Revival was held in 1998 so it can't have been 1997.I reckon it was 1999 - the year Grant Williams spun so many times in his MkII Jag that the crowd gave him a round of applause for entertaining them so much.
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