What is an Action Day?
This is a viral fusion of a car show and track day! It allows you to meet like-minded enthusiasts, admire 1000s of cars on display, and drive around the circuit at vastly discounted rates.
Do you need a full driving licence to drive on the circuit, and would you like me to bring it?
Yes & yes! You may be asked to produce it if you’d like and sign our indemnity stating you have one.
What do you think about passengers?
One front-seat passenger can go out on a track session (sorry, no one in the back!) They must sign on (it’s £5 for an all-day pass), be over 16, at least 5’ 2” and wear a helmet with their arms and legs covered.
Can I hire a helmet?
Yes, from the Strawford Centre. It’s £5 per hour or £20 all day, and we’ll need card details as a deposit. If you bring your own, it must be BS116658 or ECE22-05 spec.
I’m going out on track. What will I do when I arrive?
If you have pre-bought passes, check your car noise and attend a driver’s briefing. Could you allow about an hour to do both before your track session, especially first thing in the morning? If you’re buying passes or need to sign on as a passenger, head to the Strawford Centre in the main Paddock.
I’m not sure about noise limits.
Action Day noise limit is 100 dba measured at 0.5 metres from the exhaust at 4500 rpm. This is strict due to local planning constraints. If you’re worried, go for a noise check before buying your passes (otherwise, there may be a charge if you purchase a pass and then find out you can’t use it!)
Worried about noise? Contact Merlin Motorsport: specialists in parts, spares & racewear based here in the paddock – 01249 782101 – www.merlinmotorsport.co.uk
I’ve done a drivers’ briefing before. Do I have to do another?
Yes, you do – you won’t get your driver’s wristband without going! Remember to take your track pass with you as well.
I’m with a club, what do I do?
You’ll get your passes, etc., from your secretary with all the relevant information, but in a nutshell:
- Gates open at 7 am for you to set up your display
- You’ll need to enter the site by the gate shown on your pass
- Your stand number will also be on your pass, and you’ll be directed to this
- Park up on your stand (please not anywhere else) and enjoy your day!
- You will be shown where to park your trailer if needs be
Are track sessions like races?
NO! Racing is not permitted in any Action Day sessions. Overtaking is only right (i.e., on the track’s inside allowed on the straight and on the right (i.e. on the inside of the track). Driving that is felt to be too fast or dangerous will be reported, and risks you being asked to leave the circuit and/or be refused additional track sessions. We operate a ‘yellow card system’ with observers ,. They will report dangerous driving and that driver will be given a ‘yellow card’ when they exit the circuit. 2 yellow cards and we ban the car. Full details will be given in your briefing.
What if I have car troubles?
If you have problems and can’t use any of your track passes we’ll give you a partial refund if they’re brought back to us a minimum of two hours before, any later and there’s nothing we can do I’m afraid.
Do you offer insurance?
Castle Combe Circuit is covered by public liability insurance. This protects all our customers although it does not cover damage to you or your car, however caused, or liability from participant to participant. You use the circuit at your own risk. It is unlikely that your own insurance policy will cover circuit driving. You may be able to arrange insurance for damage to your car from specialist track day insurers.
What if it rains?
If it’s safe the track will remain open.
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