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Forget Goodwood, forget Le Mans, PPC in the Park is the show every right minded petrolhead needs to see before they die. Like the magazine, the event will feature an enormous & eclectic mix of affordable performance cars on show and on track, as well as an extravaganza of car displays.

Track Action


Like last year, the track will be packed all day with everything from hot hatches to aeroplane engineered bedsteads and all points in-between. If you have got something totally unsuitable for the track, you'll be amongst friends (nothing is too strange - as proved by last year's bike engineered Fiat 500, full race 4x4 Bowler off roader and Charlie's 27 litre Rover SD1)Track time books out quickly and even though we have mastered time travel and managed to get more track time, more track spaces and with less cars on track at any one time - it is well worth booking NOW to avoid disappointment. If you don't manage to book a space, it'll still be great fun watching the track action and thanks to Mallory's natural amphitheatre topography you won't miss any of it.

Entertainment

Drifting displays - The 'Ye Olde Drift Team' promise to show us the craziest sideways action you've ever seen in your life. In pre-war 18-litre V12 engines these VSCC racers spend most weekends trying to stop their cars going sideways, but for one day only give in to the natural tendency. It's never been done before but with 1930s steering geometry, skinny crossply tyres and more bravery than Ranulph Fiennes after a couple of pints of Stella it's definitely going to be one to watch.

Lawn mower racing - the worlds fastest lawn mower, driven by Donald Campbell's grandson, will be showcased.

Off road action - Team X Buggies will be off-roading at speeds most landrovers never reach on the road. The off road course is part of the World Motorcross course so it should be interesting and if you have a road legal buggy and want to have a go yourself all you need is an entrance ticket and a fiver on the day.

Ford V's Vauxhall Car Crush- there's been some grudge matches in the past, Ali versus Frazier, Alonso versus Schumacher and the drag race Holman versus Leaper, but at PPC in the Park this year we've the ultimate battle, with our Ford vs Vauxhall in the Car Crush. It is a kind of three-dimensional polling station for Ford and Vauxhall fans. How it works is that there will be two cars, one Ford Escort and one Vauxhall Astra, two sledge hammers and some safety equipment. During the day anyone can don the safety gear and vote on their marque of choice by bashing hell out of the opposition's car. It's not clever but it will make you feel better, andif you don't have a strong dislike of either marque just think of the tax man and have a go.

Tractor Pullers - Just Smoky, the 2009 British Champion is coming along with its colossal 3500bhp, 3 turbo'd 10 litre alcohol guzzling engine.

Practical demonstrations ranging from how to use diagnostic electronic kit with Steve Heath to dynamic handling clinic to answer your questions about how you and your car handles the track

PPC Rolls Royce gets a roof chop- Our track car is getting modified live by www.tootall.info and www.ukkustoms.co.uk. It's a tough ask as most roof chops take weeks to complete but they've got between 9am and 5pm to do the job. The same time that a DVLA officer takes to write a letter when the computer says no.

Rolling Road - if you want to see how powerful your car is TCS Performance are running a rolling road in the paddock so you can test your metal and get some advice on where you can get more power and not waste what you've got. Last year sessions got booked early so have a word with the TCS when you arrive to book some time.

Hot rod burnouts- we're expecting a good showing from the hot rod fraternity again and the burnout arena will be lighting up the paddock compliments of NASC.

Queue of Q-Cars - We are planning to set a world record for a line up of Q registered cars (an indication that the car has been modified using either more than one donor vehicle or that second hand parts have been fitted). If you want to be a world record holder - bring your Q-plate along to take part.
HOT OF THE PRESS ! We have just confirmed a kit car demonstration will be at the show - they will be tearing up the tarmac in the paddock -showing us how it's done. More information and confirmation about whether they will be providing passenger rides will be posted shortly!

All day Bar - located in the heart of things - on hand for you to have a pint after your track time, or whilst enjoying the action. And don't worry about driving home, you can camp over on both the Friday and Saturday night for just £5 per person per night.

Car Displays

The paddock will be alive with track-day competitors and PPC project cars including the Westfield Diesel, the Transit V8, Will's 5-litre Capri, Kev's E-type & Charlie's 27-litre Rover.


There will also be designated parking areas close to the track for interesting cars as well as VIPtreatment for past PPC feature cars.

We have got a stack of car clubs joining us too and in true PPC style there are a wide variety of cars on display.

http://www.ppcmag.co...id=54&Itemid=29

Easter Track Days

Join Bookatrack this Easter for track days at Anglesey and Rockingham. Good Friday and Easter Saturday see open pit lane track days on the full International (GP) Circuit at Anglesey. This 2 mile circuit combines fast sweeping corners with the sort of elevation changes normally associated with circuits such as Donington or Spa. Situated on a cliff edge the circuit has picture perfect views of the Irish sea and Snowdonia. For those of you looking to make a break of it feel free to contact us for accommodation suggestions.

Easter Monday sees an open pit lane track day on the International Long Circuit at Rockingham Motor Speedway. The circuit incorporates half the banked oval and the technical, twisty infield. Both half day and full day places are available for booking via the website.

New 2010 Dates

Just launched to the website we have the following dates:
Brands Hatch Indy (Evening Session 98dB) 27th May
Rockingham 14th August (103dB)
Spa Francorchamps 13th & 14th August (107dB)
All the above are open pit lane with Caterham Superlight hire available.

Hi,

Just found this site and thought I would post about some events Vauxhall are running this year, including track days. Some are VXR only events, but most open to anyone with a performance Vauxhall!

VXR Power Events 2010 Calendar:

Sprint Nights
· 5 venues around the UK
· Activities include timed 0-60mph runs, quarter mile runs, timed autotest and BBQ
· VXR owners will be able to use their own car and Vauxhall supplied cars
· Evening sessions – 21st May, 25th June, 30th July, 20th August, 24th September

Rollercoaster Challenge
· Challenge to drive to and ride on all three of UK adrenaline rollercoasters (Thorpe Park, Alton Towers & Blackpool) in one day
· Saturday 8th May

Karting Challenge
· 3 hour team endurance racing at premier UK karting events
· Teams of 4 people to include a minimum of one VXR owner
· The four fastest teams will go through to a final karting event at the VXR Power Festival
· In addition, the four fastest drivers will quality for a separate final at the VXR Power Festival
· 10th April – Manchester
· 1st May – Thruxton
· 5th May – Edinburgh
· 3rd July – Buckmore, Kent

Road Trip to Nurburgring
· Camping and BBQ included
· Track time will at owners cost
· 14-15th August

Le Mans
· Camping area specific to VXR
· Facilities, BBQ and entry tickets included
· Estimated price of £75 for package
· Owners to make their own way to venue
· 12th-13th June

ADAC Nurburgring 24 Hour
· Join the OPC Team racing in the 24 hour Nurburgring event
· Camping, BBQ and entry tickets included
· 15th – 16th May

VXR Track Day Experiences
· Continuing the success of the 2009 VXR Track Days
· 2010 days include Insignia VXR
· More track time and new venues v’s 2009
· 16th June – Knockhill
· 22nd June – Anglesey
· 14th July – Thruxton
· 21st July – Snetterton
· 28th July – Croft

VXR Owners Only Track Evening Experiences
· 8th June - Silverstone
· 15th June – Knockhill
· 21st July – Snetterton

VXR Power Festival
· End of season finale
· To be held at Silverstone
· 28th – 29th August (Bank Holiday weekend)
· Up to 4,000 people will have the opportunity to join some of the fastest Vauxhall’s ever produce
· Events include circuit driving, 0-60 mph runs, quarter mile runs, and karting

Check out http://www.vxrpowerevents.co.uk/ for more details.

I've done a few of the VXR track days, and they are well worth doing! Chance to do a track day without using your own car, and the lunch is very good too!

www.motorsport-events.com have released their february dates for this year:

Saturday 20th Keevil £109 - Keevil provides a spectacular setting for this fantastic track and it is one of our most popular venues for all levels of experience. An amazing venue that will provide lap after lap of fun.

Monday 22nd Colerne £99 - Located right next to the beautiful city of Bath and within easy reach of the M4. At Colerne guests can be assured of a fantastic track with a true 'circuit' type feel.

Friday 26th Abingdon £109 - This event is already filling fast and is a firm favourite with track day regulars. A great mixture of corners and a true race track feel. Close to the A34 and M4 it's in a great location. (I've attended this circuit before with them, highly recommended!)


They also have a junior trackday offer -


JUNIOR DRIVE - SPECIAL OFFER

Don't forget that Junior Drive is available for 12-16 year olds at most of our airfield track days! The chance for your son or daughter to get a head start and learn from our expert instructors in acres of space! You supply the car and we provide the rest. Usual price £90 per hour, Special price £70. Book early to avoid disappointment.

and finally:

LIMIT HANDLING TUITION & PRIVATE 1-2-1 COACHING WITH ED MOORE

We are also pleased to offer one on one coaching not only on track, but also on separate dedicated areas at Colerne, Hullavington and Keevil. You can book one of our superb driver coaches for an hour of coaching and split your time between driving on the track and also in areas where you can push your car to it's limits driving our unique progressive slalom and cornering exercises. This is available for only £90. Ideal to enhance your skills and to learn about your cars abilities in complete privacy!

Already a very popular service we are offering again this year is a chance to enhance your driving skills with half day coaching sessions with our company MD and acknowledged driving skills expert Ed Moore. Ed has won over a hundred races, is twice National Formula Ford Champion and has coached everyone from novice drivers, royalty, film stars to championship winning drivers. You can receive an intensive half day coaching session from Ed at our magnificent Keevil airfield venue in complete private for just £350. Please take a look at this link for more information: 1-2-1 Coaching

At Motorsport Events we work hard to give you:

• Open Pit Lane = loads of track time
• Coaching available from experienced Motorsport Professionals
• Fun & friendly atmosphere
• Track days NOT test days - road cars only allowed!
• Firm but fair driving standards rules
• All of our airfield venues operate with a 100dB(A) noise limit

BOOKING

Your can book your track day online at www.motorsport-events.com or call the booking hotline on 0870 787 2116. If you would prefer to pay by cheque you can download a booking form from our website.

If you're climbing the walls after the festivities of Christmas and really want to blast away the winter blues, register now and join us for our events at Castle Combe on 16th Jan:

We're running a trackday (£165 per car + 2 drivers), a Masterclass with classroom training and in-car instruction included at £325 per car and driver (and thats HALF our normal price) as well as road-based Defensive Driving seminars and Advanced Instruction in the car for your partners/guests (from £30). Come and see what we do!

www.britisheuropeantrackdays.com