Popular Post Captain Colonial Posted November 17, 2015 Popular Post Share Posted November 17, 2015 Dear fellow members As this is the time of year when people start looking at their holidays for the next year, the committee are letting you in on one of our plans for 2016 a bit early - earlier than we'd like, but we think it's wise to tell you now. The WSCC have secured a club stand at the Silverstone Classic 2016, which runs from 29-31st July (Friday-Sunday). The bumph from the website is here - please read: Silverstone Classic This is an absolutely huge event, with over 10,000 cars and 100,000 people attending over the three days in 2015. Lots of classic racing and racing cars: "The World’s Biggest Classic Motor Racing Festival features the cream of historic racing action from Formula One, Sports Cars, GT and Touring Car grids. With over 20 races and demonstrations, and over 1000 race entries, this is more racing action than you will see anywhere else in the world in one weekend! Friday sees a full day of qualifying from every grid, whilst Saturday and Sunday will host around 10 races each day. The full motor racing lineup will be revealed with 3 further girds announced over the coming months but already confirmed for 2016 is the addition of a major Can-Am race to mark 50 years since the series started in 1966." Live music: "As well as all the racing action the Silverstone Classic is equally about the rocking. The concerts on the Friday and Saturday evenings of the event provide a great live music experience that all the family can enjoy. The full line-up for 2016 will be announced in due course but previous acts have included Status Quo, Paul Young, Bonnie Tyler, Canned Heat, The Hollies, Stars From The Commitments, Adam Ant, Mike and the Mechanics, Suzi Quattro, 10CC, Wishbone Ash, The Yardbirds, Dr Feelgood, Santana and Pussycat Dolls, plus plenty of tribute bands to some of rock’s greatest bands." Aerial displays: "Silverstone Race Circuit is based on a WW2 airfield, so it’s only fitting that the Silverstone Classic features some great air displays over the weekend. Previous years have featured classic aerial displays from Spitfires and Mustangs, daredevil manoeuvres from the Breitling Wingwalkers, breath-taking shows from the Wildcat Aerobatics Formation Display Team; spectacular displays from The Parachute Regiment Freefall Team – The Red Devils; and some fabulous hot air balloon displays at dawn and dusk, including a stunning night glow during the evening concerts. In 2015 we even included a twilight pyrotechnics display from Twister Aerobatics to kick off the evening concert from Status Quo." Shopping village: "If you’re in need of a break from the all-action racing on the famous Silverstone circuit then look no further than the Shopping Village for a spot of retail therapy. With over 150 exhibitors attending there’s something for all the family including: Motoring Memorabilia Vintage Clothing & Accessories Toys & Models Motoring Books & Literature Restoration Services Art & Photography Cars & Car Parts Antiques & Autojumble" In fact, there's so much happening you should just read it yourself here So please leave these dates in your diaries for next year! BUT PLEASE DON'T BUY ADVANCE EARLY BIRD TICKETS YET! - the club will be providing members with a special members only code that will get you a substantial reduction on entry fees for one, two or all three days of the event for two people and includes an infield parking pass so you can come on to the club stand - that's very important, see below. An announcement will be made online in the Members Only Area in the next few weeks with the code to use when booking. One more reason why you should come (and why you need to wait until we tell you to book) - a BIG reason. We have been working behind the scenes with the organisers of the show and on either the Saturday lunchtime or evening (TBC), all the WSCC members parked on the club stand will be given the privilege of doing an exclusive parade lap around the full Silverstone GP circuit in their Westfield (maybe two laps). This is something we're very excited about indeed, and we want to get as many Westfields on the parade lap as possible, and with as many models as possible, especially pre-lits and Elevens, and in as many flavours as possible. This is going to be a once in a blue moon opportunity for us all, and will be an extremely memorable event. So please keep these dates free in your diaries, we'll keep you informed as soon as we get more info so you can make plans and be there. It's going to be a great one! *This event is in addition to the National Kit Car Show at Stoneleigh in May - we're doing both. 13 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cleggy the Spyder Man Posted November 17, 2015 Share Posted November 17, 2015 eww Pussycat Dolls hey 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Onliest Smeg David Posted November 17, 2015 Share Posted November 17, 2015 Brill! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Hurdsfield - Joint Manchester AO Posted November 17, 2015 Share Posted November 17, 2015 Ooooooh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TAFKARM Posted November 17, 2015 Share Posted November 17, 2015 Pussycat dolls? I'm in! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XTR2Turbo Posted November 17, 2015 Share Posted November 17, 2015 Sounds good. Just one thing to caution. I had infield parking this year with another club but when I booked I overlooked that to take up the parking you needed to be on site by 10:00. Just something to be wary of if thinking of coming for the day and travelling from a far. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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1959grantura Posted November 17, 2015 Share Posted November 17, 2015 This is fantastic news!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Colonial Posted November 17, 2015 Author Share Posted November 17, 2015 Sounds good. Just one thing to caution. I had infield parking this year with another club but when I booked I overlooked that to take up the parking you needed to be on site by 10:00. Just something to be wary of if thinking of coming for the day and travelling from a far. Correct - if you want to be on the infield stand (and therefore the parade lap), you'll need to be on the stand by 1000 - them's the rules, so plan accordingly. All will be spelled out in due course. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin (Mr T) Posted November 17, 2015 Share Posted November 17, 2015 I'm in New York Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Colonial Posted November 17, 2015 Author Share Posted November 17, 2015 I'm in New York Sorry to hear it - we announced it as soon as we could. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julie Hall - WSCC AO Representative Posted November 17, 2015 Share Posted November 17, 2015 Count us in. I'm off to book a hotel, quick, before you lot get the best ones! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TAFKARM Posted November 17, 2015 Share Posted November 17, 2015 Count us in. I'm off to book a hotel, quick, before you lot get the best ones! You really are against camping arent you!? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robin Parker (Red Spider) - Yorkshire AO Posted November 17, 2015 Share Posted November 17, 2015 I've been a couple of times. First time with a mate in his Cobra replica. We had the parade lap for the 50 anniversary, we were told to keep it to 40mph and 3 abreast, yeah right, a track full of Cobras, what do you think? I was juggling 2 cameras and a camcorder so didn't see much of the track. And Adam Ant was brilliant. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TAFKARM Posted November 17, 2015 Share Posted November 17, 2015 I've been a couple of times. First time with a mate in his Cobra replica. We had the parade lap for the 50 anniversary, we were told to keep it to 40mph and 3 abreast, yeah right, a track full of Cobras, what do you think? I was juggling 2 cameras and a camcorder so didn't see much of the track. And Adam Ant was brilliant. Did he really deliver? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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