Britcar This Weekend @ Silverstone.

[rcutler]

OK so is anyone else thinking of going to Britcar, it is on the 9th and 10th of September.

24 hour race at Silverstone should be fun in september and lets hope it is drier then previous years.

I seem to remember seeing that the only campsite is Whittlebury Hall. I was not that impressed with it but we were on the outfield. If there are lots of people then the owners open up the better field for camping.

I am definately up for it, who else?

Whittlebury Hall is the ONLY campsite. For Booking and information ring:- 01327 858092

[Pieter]

A 24 hour race? Hm, tempting... what kind of cars will be driving?

[rcutler]

Sportscars, it is the English equivilent of the 24 hours of LM 

See:-

http://www.silverstone-circuit.co.uk/html/ra_britcar.php

[RichUK]

Yes, we'll be there

[Piglet]

Sportscars, it is the English equivilent of the 24 hours of LM 

I'm not entirely sure I'd agree with that description!! 

[rcutler]

Sportscars, it is the English equivilent of the 24 hours of LM 

I'm not entirely sure I'd agree with that description!! 

That is what the website said! We all know that the faclities are worse, it will rain and it is a lot more expensive.

[keithk]

Sportscars, it is the English equivalent of the 24 hours of LM 

I'm not entirely sure I'd agree with that description!! 

That is what the website said! We all know that the facilities are worse, it will rain and it is a lot more expensive.

I have declined the opportunity to attend and I agree with “piglet” and think a public flogging for suggesting the Silverstone 24 is anything like Le Mans.

If you want to see a UK 24 with great atmosphere and a true sense of fun do the 2CV 24 at Snetterton!!!!.

[monkey]

This race is like LM only in that it lasts for 24 hours. Lots of saloon cars and Porsches I think there were 80 cars starting last year! I went last year in the rain and I think there was a total crowd of about 100. However I still thought it was great fun. There was limited catering so take your own food and beer. You can wonder round the circuit and enjoy some great viewing. I think the weekend ticket is £25.00 so shouldn't break the bank. I had promised myself that I would go this year too but Mrs Monkey has booked us a holiday in Greece, so I will not be attending.

I hope that some of you do go, I really think that the enthusiasm shown by the organisers for the concept of endurance racing really does deserve support.
 

[Ferrari Spider]

didn't fifth gear do a spot with tiff driving a db9?

[Jules G]

For those with Sky sports, check out this weeks World Motorsport , there was a fantastic package on last nights show of the race at Brands, good close racing throughout the classes.

Not camped at Silverstone for ages, whats it like

Recomendations appreciated   

[Bobblehat]

Will be along myself. But as I live near Silverstone will be in a comfey bed! Whent last year, it was good fun, just hope the weather is better. A greart collection of cars, Moslers to Mec 500sl's!

As for it being a British LM, no not realy, more the old Willhire 24rh at Snetterton.

[rcutler]

For those with Sky sports, check out this weeks World Motorsport , there was a fantastic package on last nights show of the race at Brands, good close racing throughout the classes.

Not camped at Silverstone for ages, whats it like

Recomendations appreciated   

Not sure if camping at Silverstone is avaliable, if there is:-there are little or no facilities on the infield.

The alternative is to use Whittlebury Hall that is walking distance but it is not cheap. There are showers and toilets though.

I will try to find out what the situation is.

CAMPING IS NOT AVALIABLE AT SILVERSTONE!

USE:-

Whittlebury Hall Camping For Booking and information ring:- 01327 858092

[Jason]

I will be there for the 24hours. Getting there friday night.

[MikeH]

Same, here, well Friday morning for me. But then I'm working, so I'll have a nice warm media centre...

[Jason]

Mike, so will I.