Good trackdays for novices - Proximity to London ideal
Discussion
As my group-owned car and its drivers finds its feet (in talent and mechanical terms), we'd like the opportunity to do some trackdays that are perhaps a bit easier for novices. We're looking for tracks that are probably slightly shorter/easier-to-learn than the average, and perhaps those with plenty of run-off would be wise for a starter. As we're based in Central London, places within a 2-2.5hr drive would be ideal, so we could get a few days under our belt in quick succession.
Hol said:
I'd probably recommend an airfield day to start, as they are usually flat, which means your friends wont have to worry about gradients when cornering.
Having said that, Brands IS a short track and has sectioned novice days. But you might not all get to drive more than once.
I agree with this, but having 3 drivers, you'll barely get any time per person if you do a novice evening or sessioned day. Having said that, Brands IS a short track and has sectioned novice days. But you might not all get to drive more than once.
Bedford is nice and flat and wide with plenty of run-off but I think Brands is a much better track.
I'd say Brands Indy on one of the Open Track open pitlane days as there's usually a low % of morons on their days.
I'm going to go against the grain and say absolutely not Brands Indy! I don't know what it is about that circuit but it seems to attract a higher percentage of morons/people with an inverse talent:ambition ratio than any other circuit I know. It's also pricey and there's a limited number of days available.
Given your circumstances per your other thread, I'd recommend an open pitlane day not a sessioned day, possibly at an airfield to start with.
Given your circumstances per your other thread, I'd recommend an open pitlane day not a sessioned day, possibly at an airfield to start with.
motco said:
Motorsport Events at Abingdon. Great circuit for an airfield, and well run.
Another vote for MSE at Abingdon. Good mix of corners, lots of run off, well run day, reasonably priced tuition (recommended) and they don't tolerate silliness, which is reassuring as a novice. Also, not such a loss if there's a car problem, versus a £££ day at Donington or Silverstone.RAF Woodbridge (Ipswich) airfield day would fit the bill as straight up the A12. As others have said before, plenty of run-off (though i did see a guy hit an old concrete plinth that once had a landing light on it)....then again, he was some way off the track at that point !
Javelin and others run days there. Track can be abrasive for some but never been an issue with my old MX5
Javelin and others run days there. Track can be abrasive for some but never been an issue with my old MX5
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