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TRACK DAYS
- What is a track day?
- What do I need to attend a track day?
- What happens if there is an accident?
- How is the day run?
- How much track time will I get?
- What is 'open pit lane'?
- Why are some events sessioned and others open pit lane?
A track day is a non-competitive event held at a motor racing circuit or other suitable venue. Track days defined as motor-leisure and are for drivers of all road and race cars.
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What do I need to attend a track day?
Although this can vary from circuit to circuit, generally we will require covered arms and legs and a helmet (full or open face). We insist that drivers and passengers wear helmets at all times. If you need to reserve a helmet you can do so for both yourself and you passenger on the event booking form.
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What happens if there is an accident?
Although a trackday is generally a very safe time and place to try the limits of driving, in reality accidents can and sadly do happen. Having said that we are very strict with drivers who we believe are driving in a manner which could cause harm to others. You will get one warning and one warning ONLY. If you do not calm down it's an early shower. The organisers decision is final.
We endeavour to do absolutely everything possible to ensure the safety of drivers, passengers and spectators. However, should the unfortunate happen rest assured that the marshals and paramedics would be fully prepared to cope and that full and proper procedures would be followed.
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Arrive giving yourself plenty of time to relax and attend the drivers briefing where you will be signed on and issued your numbered sticker which should be mounted prominently on your car windscreen. Cars will be allowed onto the track in sessions throughout the day with a short break for lunch. PLEASE NOTE - If you miss the drivers briefing for any reason you may have to wait until lunchtime to be briefed again though every effort will be made to get you out on the circuit as soon as is safely possible.
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How much track time will I get?
Track time is what we all go to track days for, so you'll be pleased to know it’s our number 1 criteria when deciding the number of places available. You will always be guaranteed to go home satisfied with the amount of track time you have had.
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Open pit lane is when cars can go out as and when they like rather than in an allotted time slot. Numbers on track are strictly limited and it is strongly recommended that you only stay out for 15 - 20 minutes at a time. There may however be queues at busy times such as first thing in the morning and after lunch.
The first twenty minutes of an open pit lane days are set aside for parade laps and for newcomers to the venue. Although open pit lane events have some mixture of abilities on the track our strict overtaking rules and emphasis on observation ensure that the day is safe and enjoyable for all participants. Open pit lane events are not recommended for novice drivers or corporate customers. We recommend drivers complete a few sessioned events before attending an open pit lane track day.
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Why are some events sessioned and others open pit lane?
We feel it is important to offer a variety of both open pit lane and sessioned events, as different drivers prefer different formats. The format of the day also depends on the numbers attending, typically more winter events are open pit lane as they have less participants.
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