steppenwolf Posted January 25, 2004 Share Posted January 25, 2004 I am thinking of going to Le Mans this year with my two sons, probably taking three cars ( 2 Westfields and 1 Fiesta XR2 - don't ask! ) - have I left it far too late? Portsmouth is only 40 minutes from where I live. Any advice would be much appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blatman Posted January 25, 2004 Share Posted January 25, 2004 Are you looking for an organised trip, or just ferry, and worry about camping/tickets when you get there? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nlash Posted January 25, 2004 Share Posted January 25, 2004 You're going to be pushed for a booking at this late stage and some ringing round will be called for tomorrow. I used Page & Moy on 0870 0106393 I'm sure others will be along with alternative contacts shortly Good Luck and hopefully see you there Nige Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muttleys V8 Posted January 25, 2004 Share Posted January 25, 2004 May have 1 spare ferry ticket leaving on the tuesday, coming back following tuesday am....... If your interested, will see if it's still available Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blatman Posted January 25, 2004 Share Posted January 25, 2004 You're going to be pushed for a booking at this late stage Not sure I entirely agree with this. I know of several parties that got booked on ferries less than 4 weeks from the off last year. Leave it that long though, and you'll never get a camping spot within 10 clicks of the circuit. You're already too late for a nearby hotel........ I have found Club Arnage to be an excellent starting point for Le Mans info.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Stanton Posted January 25, 2004 Share Posted January 25, 2004 You're going to be pushed for a booking at this late stage and some ringing round will be called for tomorrow. Nah you ain't Stepps - if you want a fully organised all handed to you on a plate tour thing then you might struggle But use some initiative, book your own ferry crossing, be flexible on dates and times and travel in a small group You can pre-book track and car park tickets direct or get them over there. There are plenty of campsites about 20 to 30 minutes radius of Le Mans - I've turned up on spec and headed down to Le Lude - bit more drive into Le mans, but site is good and situated right next to a chateau and village with bars Loads of campsites - a few phone calls and a net surf and you'll be sorted and possibly cheaper than having an agent sort it for ya Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Camel_Landy Posted January 25, 2004 Share Posted January 25, 2004 Club Arnarge is a good place to start as they also have a forum where people sell off their excess tickets. You could always have a word with the ACO direct to see if they've got anything. Failing that just do what I did last year.... I turned up at 08.00 on the morning of the race, parked opposite the entrance in the main car park and bought my tickets on the door. I slept in the car, though some people had put up tents next to their cars. HTH M PS... I intend going this year with my 4yr old & the Westie. I haven't got anything planned yet and I'll probably turn up on spec if enyone else is interested? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Stanton Posted January 25, 2004 Share Posted January 25, 2004 I haven't got anything planned yet and I'll probably turn up on spec if enyone else is interested? It's all part of the thrill of Le Mans Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Camel_Landy Posted January 25, 2004 Share Posted January 25, 2004 BTW.... For those with families, I don't know if you realise that there is a Centre Parcs 70 miles away..... on some lovely, fast roads. I've dumped the wife & kids there a couple of times before while going off to watch the race. M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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