A visit to the UK’s Premier circuit – Brands Hatch GP.
The days we’ve had over the last few years have run so well that we’re keeping the same format. The day will be split into 3 x 20 minute sessions per hour. There will be one group for “Lotus on Track” members, a 2nd group for MSV the circuit owner and the 3rd session will be taken by another sports car club. We will be responsible for the LoT session. If all runs to plan, as it has done every year you will drive 7 times during the day.
Trailers & Support vehicles will not be allowed in the GP paddock but will need to be held in the outer paddock, where you are more than welcome to run from. We will have track day support provided for LoT members.
Sessions:
Lotus on Track – 2 seater sports cars only (no one with a competition license of any sort)
Another club like LoT, MSV the circuit owner
General circuit information: HERE
Noise limit: 101db static / 92db drive by
Static test – A noise meter is placed at a 45 degree angle to the exhaust outlet and 50cm away. The car is then held at 3/4 of its maximum rev limit and the highest reading recorded is the cars recorded noise output for the day. A static limit of 105db is very high and very few cars have an issue with this. At 98db cars with a cat, std factory manifolds and exhausts will generally be ok. Anyone with a very loud exhaust/manifold should be careful.
Drive by – This test is recorded at track side as the car is moving at track speed. Depending on the circuit the reading will be taken between right next to the track and up to 20 meters away. Cars with forced induction tend to have more issues with drive by, even though they tend to pass static tests as the s/c or turbo’s only kick in when run at speed. There are many things that affect drive by readings from wind direction, air temperature, how low the cloud cover is or even what line you are driving.
Format: Sessioned (3 x 20mins per hour)
Experience level: No beginners please
All levels: Everyone
Beginner: 1st ever track day
Novice: 1-5 track days without a major circuit
Intermediate: 5+ track days including a major circuit
Advanced: Attended a number of open pit lane days at a range of circuits
Driver & vehicle safety: Please read
Clothing must fully cover arms & legs.
Crash helmets must be in good condition and suitable for circuit driving in a car. (Jet style helmets will be classed as open face)
ANY vehicle without a hard top or fixed roof will require occupants to wear full face helmets.
Alcohol must not be consumed, including at lunch time.
Slick tyres are not permitted.
2 seater sports cars only – for a full list of accepted vehicles please click here.
Final instructions will be emailed out 3 days before the event.
Price: £289 rises to £325 on 8/1/21
2nd Driver : Free until 1/2/21 then £25
LoT club members may have up to 3 passengers free of charge on all events, upon presentation of a valid membership card at sign on.
Second drivers: must be 21-70 years old, no exceptions.
Passengers: must be 18-75 years old, no exceptions. (This is currently under review, during this period the age limit will be 18-70)
All drivers and passengers please see FAQ for other requirements.
NEW Lotus on Track membership cards will be posted in January ’21 to those who have booked a 2021 track day or within 72hrs of booking an event there after.
Passengers : Free for club members. Non-members £10 each pay on day
LoT club members may have up to 3 passengers free of charge on all events, upon presentation of a valid membership card at sign on.
Second drivers: must be 21-70 years old, no exceptions.
Passengers: must be 18-75 years old, no exceptions. (This is currently under review, during this period the age limit will be 18-70)
All drivers and passengers please see FAQ for other requirements.
NEW Lotus on Track membership cards will be posted in January ’21 to those who have booked a 2021 track day or within 72hrs of booking an event there after.
Instruction: £25
Crash Helmet: TBC – C19
Due to the nature of the day we can’t accept anyone who holds a current UK competition license.
You must bring a full driving licence which will be checked at sign on.
Age: We are reviewing our rules for those over 70 so cannot currently take bookings from those who are 70+. If you are a club member and would like to be contacted when this review has been completed please email Paul.
PLEASE READ OUR TERMS & CONDITIONS, BY SIGNING UP FOR THIS EVENT YOU AGREE TO ACCEPT THEM.
