Like many race circuits, Thruxton was originally a wartime airfield which has been a motorsport venue since 1950. It claims to be the fastest circuit in the UK, the lap record for the 2.4 mile circuit is 57.6secs (a frankly terrifying average speed of 147mph achieved by Damon Hill in a Williams FW15C in 1993). Sadly very few (if any) track days are held at Thruxton as they are plagued by the sorts of regulations (e.g. noise) that can spoil places like Goodwood.
Thruxton is very easy to find and get to, clearly signposted from the A303 just west of Andover, easily accessible from M3 or M4 and only just over an an hour from London. Do not go into Thruxton village as there is no circuit access from there.
If you've been round Goodwood, Thruxton has a familiar feel, as it is a fast, flowing circuit, not for the faint-hearted. It has 2 tight sections: the reasonably technical Complex (right left right section through Campbell, Cobb & Segrave); and the Club chicane just before the pit straight.
The most memorable (and rewarding, not to mention terrifying) section of the circuit is the high-speed section through Goodwood, Village and Church. Tough to learn as there are very few reference points but very rewarding if you get it right.
Top tip: keep tight to the apex through Church to avoid the adverse camber on the outside of the track.
Closest Fuel Station
There is a 24hr Shell garage on Weyhill Road in Andover. Otherwise there are a couple of BPs on the A303 a few miles east of Thruxton (towards London).
If you know of a closer petrol station, let us know.
Accommodation in the Area
Nearest decent-sized hotel is The Quality Hotel in Andover, about 10 miles from the circuit
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