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Courage Competition package - go behind the scenes on practice days - click here Quick Link menu (click to jump to more information) Introduction Summary of package...
Now in its final stages of transformation the new layout of the Le Mans Village has received mixed reactions. The diehards say it has lost character but progress is unstoppable and most visitors are very impressed by the new and spacious spectator area, its shops, food stalls and restaurants. Some of us remember the original pit balcony – that had character! It was fun to be up there but occasionally someone leaned over a bit too far and fell into the pitlane below. Everyone, whether they’ve been going to the race for twenty years or just two years, has stories and anecdotes about their 24-hour adventures. The event readily lends itself to incident on and off the track and with every passing year the stories grow. Some are true, most are partly true and some complete fiction but no-one knows which are which and as long as the retelling is humourous no-one really cares. The campsites are ideal breeding grounds for fun. With the tent erected and supplies safely stowed it’s time for the party to begin. BBQs are lit, bottles opened and the music and commentary from Radio Le Mans provides the entertainment. Similarly, in Le Mans itself and the towns and villages within a 40 mile radius everywhere is fully booked and everyone is anticipating an excellent weekend’s racing. Scrutineering and the driver parade through the streets of Le Mans attract enormous crowds. On Wednesday and Thursday evening the track is teeming with spectators getting their first view of the cars on track as they practice and qualify in the late afternoon light and again in the dark. Friday is a free day with no track action – time to regroup, chill out and restock the larders. Saturday starts with a superb historic race followed by track displays and demonstrations. Then it’s time for the race build-up and there’s nothing quite like the atmosphere around the circuit in the couple of hours before 1600h. You just have to be there and you can be on one of our flexible self-drive itineraries. Stay in a choice of hotels, all excellent in their category, for 3 to 7 nights with a general admission or grandstand ticket. All our tickets are valid for all practice sessions as well as the race. Travel between Dover or Folkestone and Calais or take one of the longer sea crossings with onboard accommodation if you are travelling overnight. Some of these sailings sell out fast so be sure to call us early to secure your place. In addition to the accommodation listed we can arrange house parties for families, clubs or groups of friends in chateaux, manoirs and private houses. Please ask for details. Itinerary, 3 - 7 nights...3 to 7 nights by car Monday 9 to Friday 13 June - Check in at your port of departure in good time for your crossing to France. Our tour prices include cross channel sailings between Dover and Calais but we can also reserve the Eurotunnel from Folkestone or alternative longer sailings with Brittany Ferries. Alternative sailings and onboard accommodation are available at a supplement and you will be advised of the full cost before you confirm your booking with us. Extra hotel nights can also be reserved for you subject to availability. On arrival in France continue to your hotel or campsite as reserved. Race tickets ordered from us are valid for all practice sessions and for the race and circuit parking is included too if you are staying in a hotel. Accommodation in all hotels is on bed and breakfast basis. A camp permit is valid for one vehicle and one tent or caravan. Saturday 14 & Sunday 15 June - The race will begin at 1600h on Saturday and end at 1600h on Sunday. Monday 16 June - Check out and make your way back to the port in good time for your return crossing. Hotels...
Race tickets purchased from us are valid for all practice sessions as well as the race. Grandstand ticket prices include General Admission, which you must have for entry into the circuit. Your grandstand seat is reserved from Saturday morning through to the end of the race on Sunday. The grandstands below are all covered and have numbered seats. Accompanied children up to 15 years of age have free access to the general admission areas. Pits Stand £88 Lagache £115 Tavano £115 Leonard £115 Maison Blanche £115 Chinetti £108 Pitwalk * £350 * The Pitwalk ticket includes a reserved space in the Expo car park, general admission, entry to the Paddock and to the pit lane up to one hour before the start of all practice sessions and on Saturday between 1130h and 1230h. The above details and prices were valid for the 2007 event and subject to alteration once the 2008 details are available. This may result in an increase in price which will be advised to you as soon as possible.
Trackside Hospitality... A well-appointed trackside marquee with a viewing terrace overlooking the Ford Curve and the entrance to the pit lane. Inside the marquee is a large bar and reception area, a restaurant where your seat is reserved for you and TV screens to follow the practice or race. Whether you choose hospitality for the practice sessions on Wednesday or Thursday, Saturday only or a two-day Saturday and Sunday arrangement, the price includes parking in the Garage Bleu, General Admission Entry Ticket and access to the Hospitality Marquee throughout. On Wednesday 11 or Thursday 12 June a buffet dinner is included as well as access to most of the grandstands around the circuit. On Saturday 14 June an excellent three course dinner is served at your table with wines and coffee and, if you choose the two-day option, you can also take breakfast and lunch on Sunday in the marquee. At the weekend you can also take advantage of the private shuttle services around the track which will take you from the marquee to the Porsche Curves, Indianapolis, Arnage and les Hunaudieres on the Mulsanne Straight. Prices per person Wednesday 11 or Thursday 12 June - £150 Saturday 14 June - £415 Saturday 14 & Sunday 15 June - £510 These prices are based on 2007 and subject to increase for 2008, please ask at time of booking.
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