Track Day Essentials

17th March 2015

Novice Track Day Tips

Many racing enthusiasts still arrive at track and test days without all the essentials, so here at MSD we’ve put together a short list of must-haves to help you make sure you aren’t caught out on the day. Most of this can be bought on a budget from the usual retail stores or online, and it can all fit neatly into a box, making it easy to transport and store either at the track or at home.

Tools and spares

Gaffa tape – holds most cars together, but useful for taping bodywork or the handbrake down.
Towels, wipes and window cleaner – if the car in front sprays you with dirt, it goes without saying that you’re going to need to wipe it off.
Funnel and jerry can – some track day organisers charge if you run out on track, so make sure you’re well prepared.
Torque wrench/wheel brace – basic safety, make sure the wheels are tightened up correctly.
Latex gloves – not crucial, but useful if you don’t want dirty hands all day.
2 x axel stands and jack – an important piece of kit if you have an excursion and need to check under the car.
Foot pump and tyre pressure gauge – simple setup, but crucial to make sure temperature is working evenly.
Spanner set and screwdrivers – if you do any last-minute checks or have an incident, you will be grateful you have these with you.
Fluids, oil and brake fluid – most checks will be done at home, but you might need these on track if you run the oils low.

Car

MOT suitable for track – make sure the car is safe and presentable.
Fuel – as above, fill up and be aware of the gauge.
Towing eye – just in case; you don’t want them pulling your car from the bumper.
Car empty from spare wheel, rubbish – make sure you’re not hit by any debris in the car.

Driver

Helmet – crucial and can be cheap; don’t be tempted to use a bike helmet.
Gloves – help grip the steering wheel better.
Racing boots – racing boots are specially designed to be thinner and grip the pedal better.
Racing suit – not necessarily essential, but certainly recommended for open cockpit cars.

	Date	Circuit / Layout	Event Type	Cost
September 2021
+	Friday 24 September 2021	Castle Combe Full circuit	Track Day A track day is an event that allows you to take your CAR or BIKE (with a valid MOT) on any listed circuit with your valid road license. Briefing must be attended before taking to the track. Some days are sessioned based on time of day, the car/bikes power or the driver/rider experience, an open pit lane means the circuit is open at all time to all attendees until the track limit is reached. Overtaking is usually by consent of the leading car/bike. No timing or GPS is allowed on track days. Passengers are allowed.	£175
	Duration Full day Country United Kingdom Skill level All Requirements Closed Wheel Only Castle Combe Alan Whibley – Old Farts MemberCastle Combe Circuit does not have any pit garages, so bring your own awning, marquee or race truck if you are expecting wet weather. However, there is an excellent clubhouse that serves hot food and drink all day. The track organisers make sure there is an informal feel and the atmosphere is relaxed but make no mistake this track can bite!There are two very challenging corners – Tower and Quarry. Neither have much run-off. It is worth taking time Read more
+	Friday 24 September 2021	Castle Combe MSVT	Track Day A track day is an event that allows you to take your CAR or BIKE (with a valid MOT) on any listed circuit with your valid road license. Briefing must be attended before taking to the track. Some days are sessioned based on time of day, the car/bikes power or the driver/rider experience, an open pit lane means the circuit is open at all time to all attendees until the track limit is reached. Overtaking is usually by consent of the leading car/bike. No timing or GPS is allowed on track days. Passengers are allowed.	£128	Book
	Duration Full day Country Notice: Trying to get property 'ID' of non-object in /var/www/html/wp-content/themes/motorsportdays/functions.php on line 1672 Skill level All Requirements Classic Bikes Only Castle Combe Notice: Trying to get property 'ID' of non-object in /var/www/html/wp-content/themes/motorsportdays/functions.php on line 1692 Read more
+	Saturday 25 September 2021	Goodwood Circuit	Track Day A track day is an event that allows you to take your CAR or BIKE (with a valid MOT) on any listed circuit with your valid road license. Briefing must be attended before taking to the track. Some days are sessioned based on time of day, the car/bikes power or the driver/rider experience, an open pit lane means the circuit is open at all time to all attendees until the track limit is reached. Overtaking is usually by consent of the leading car/bike. No timing or GPS is allowed on track days. Passengers are allowed.	£510
	Duration Full day Country United Kingdom Skill level All Requirements Closed Wheel Goodwood Circuit Alan Whibley – Old Farts MemberProbably my favourite circuit of all. Set in the lovely Sussex countryside and beautifully maintained. There’s well manicured grass all round and there lies problem number one – almost no run off anywhere. Put a boot on the grass and there is a tyre wall with solid earth banks waiting for you.The pleasant surroundings can give a give a feeling of relaxation, but it is deceptive and can catch out the unwary. There is plenty of cover in the pits to Read more
+	Monday 27 September 2021	Snetterton 300	Track Day A track day is an event that allows you to take your CAR or BIKE (with a valid MOT) on any listed circuit with your valid road license. Briefing must be attended before taking to the track. Some days are sessioned based on time of day, the car/bikes power or the driver/rider experience, an open pit lane means the circuit is open at all time to all attendees until the track limit is reached. Overtaking is usually by consent of the leading car/bike. No timing or GPS is allowed on track days. Passengers are allowed.	£209
	Duration Full day Country United Kingdom Skill level All Requirements Closed Wheel Only Snetterton Ben Clucas – www.benclucas.co.ukSnetterton has three configurations, split up into the 100, 200 and 300. By far the most used circuit for almost all track days, test days and races is the 300, three-mile configuration, completed in 2011.It isn’t the easiest of the main UK circuits to get to, situated in Norfolk, with parts of the A11 still single carriageway if you are coming from the Midlands or South, although this road is currently under construction and may all be dual Read more
+	Monday 27 September 2021	Brands Hatch Indy	Track Day A track day is an event that allows you to take your CAR or BIKE (with a valid MOT) on any listed circuit with your valid road license. Briefing must be attended before taking to the track. Some days are sessioned based on time of day, the car/bikes power or the driver/rider experience, an open pit lane means the circuit is open at all time to all attendees until the track limit is reached. Overtaking is usually by consent of the leading car/bike. No timing or GPS is allowed on track days. Passengers are allowed.	£279
	Duration Full day Country United Kingdom Skill level All Requirements Closed Wheel Only Brands HatchPaul Rivett – www.paulrivett.comBrands Hatch was once a dirt track motorcycle circuit on farmland, but is now one of the most thrilling circuits in the UK with races from grass track to DTM. Below is an expert guide to Brands Hatch by Paul Rivett, three-times Clio Cup Championship winner.The circuit begins on the Brabham Straight, an off-camber, slightly curved stretch. The ideal line is to hug the pit wall until the start/finish line and then move to the left of the circuit to Read more
+	Monday 27 September 2021	Spa Francorchamps F1 Circuit	Track Day A track day is an event that allows you to take your CAR or BIKE (with a valid MOT) on any listed circuit with your valid road license. Briefing must be attended before taking to the track. Some days are sessioned based on time of day, the car/bikes power or the driver/rider experience, an open pit lane means the circuit is open at all time to all attendees until the track limit is reached. Overtaking is usually by consent of the leading car/bike. No timing or GPS is allowed on track days. Passengers are allowed.	£950
	Duration Full day Country Belgium Skill level AllIntermediate Requirements Supercars Only Spa Francorchamps There are 2 pitlanes in use currently, the GP pits (detailed in the map above) & the endurance pits (entry after the GP exit, and exit onto the start of Kemmel). A lap starting from the GP exit goes down towards Eau Rouge and Raidillon. The trick is to go as close to the wall as you can, and stay there. Then, you cross to the left, over the big patch of curbstone. You straighten the wheel again and brake as you see fit. After the braking, and when you’ve started the climb of Raidillon, Read more
+	Monday 27 September 2021	Anglesey Coastal & GP	Track Day A track day is an event that allows you to take your CAR or BIKE (with a valid MOT) on any listed circuit with your valid road license. Briefing must be attended before taking to the track. Some days are sessioned based on time of day, the car/bikes power or the driver/rider experience, an open pit lane means the circuit is open at all time to all attendees until the track limit is reached. Overtaking is usually by consent of the leading car/bike. No timing or GPS is allowed on track days. Passengers are allowed.	£149	Book
	Duration Full day Country United Kingdom Skill level All Requirements Anglesey David Walley – Porsche 997 GT3 www.davidwalley.comThe newly tarmacked Anglesey circuit has some breathtaking views (even while driving). As you drift around Peel corner, the view of the Irish Sea is spectacular. The TV series 5th Gear used the circuit for “shoot outs”, which shows how demanding this circuit can be with Tiff Needell thrashing factory cars around.Needless to say, in Wales it’s normally wet, but there’s a surprising amount of grip. However, for a dry lap the Read more
+	Monday 27 September 2021	Donington Park GP	Track Day A track day is an event that allows you to take your CAR or BIKE (with a valid MOT) on any listed circuit with your valid road license. Briefing must be attended before taking to the track. Some days are sessioned based on time of day, the car/bikes power or the driver/rider experience, an open pit lane means the circuit is open at all time to all attendees until the track limit is reached. Overtaking is usually by consent of the leading car/bike. No timing or GPS is allowed on track days. Passengers are allowed.	££249
	Duration Full day Country United Kingdom Skill level All Requirements Donington Park Paul Wilson – www.paul-wilson.net Vantage GT3 for a Leonard AMR in the VLN Nordschleife seriesDonington Park (with one N!) was the first permanent park circuit in England, opening in 1931. During the Second World War, the track was requisitioned by the Ministry of Defence and it took until 1971 before the track was purchased by local man Tom Wheatcroft and turned back into the track it is today.Below is an expert guide to Donington Park by Paul Wilson, Caterham R300 Champion, Read more
+	Tuesday 28 September 2021	Spa Francorchamps F1 Circuit	Track Day A track day is an event that allows you to take your CAR or BIKE (with a valid MOT) on any listed circuit with your valid road license. Briefing must be attended before taking to the track. Some days are sessioned based on time of day, the car/bikes power or the driver/rider experience, an open pit lane means the circuit is open at all time to all attendees until the track limit is reached. Overtaking is usually by consent of the leading car/bike. No timing or GPS is allowed on track days. Passengers are allowed.	£950
	Duration Full day Country Belgium Skill level AllIntermediate Requirements Supercars Only Spa Francorchamps There are 2 pitlanes in use currently, the GP pits (detailed in the map above) & the endurance pits (entry after the GP exit, and exit onto the start of Kemmel). A lap starting from the GP exit goes down towards Eau Rouge and Raidillon. The trick is to go as close to the wall as you can, and stay there. Then, you cross to the left, over the big patch of curbstone. You straighten the wheel again and brake as you see fit. After the braking, and when you’ve started the climb of Raidillon, Read more
+	Tuesday 28 September 2021	Cadwell Park Full	Track Day A track day is an event that allows you to take your CAR or BIKE (with a valid MOT) on any listed circuit with your valid road license. Briefing must be attended before taking to the track. Some days are sessioned based on time of day, the car/bikes power or the driver/rider experience, an open pit lane means the circuit is open at all time to all attendees until the track limit is reached. Overtaking is usually by consent of the leading car/bike. No timing or GPS is allowed on track days. Passengers are allowed.	£149
	Duration Full day Country United Kingdom Skill level All Requirements Closed Wheel Only Cadwell Park Jamie Stanley – www.jamiestanley.co.ukCadwell is just off the A153 between Louth & Horncastle. From the south, leave the A1 at Grantham and take the A153 all the way to the track. From the north, take the A18/A16 to Louth, then the circuit is 7 miles south on the A153.Coppice is a very fast corner but be really smooth with the turn in and allow the car room on the exit of the corner. Following the first corner, bring the car back to the left, light brake and then turn the car in Read more

Date

Circuit / Layout

Event Type

Cost

September 2021

Friday
24 September 2021

Castle Combe
Full circuit

Track Day A track day is an event that allows you to take your CAR or BIKE (with a valid MOT) on any listed circuit with your valid road license. Briefing must be attended before taking to the track. Some days are sessioned based on time of day, the car/bikes power or the driver/rider experience, an open pit lane means the circuit is open at all time to all attendees until the track limit is reached. Overtaking is usually by consent of the leading car/bike. No timing or GPS is allowed on track days. Passengers are allowed.

£175

Duration Full day
Country United Kingdom
Skill level All
Requirements Closed Wheel Only

Castle Combe Alan Whibley – Old Farts MemberCastle Combe Circuit does not have any pit garages, so bring your own awning, marquee or race truck if you are expecting wet weather. However, there is an excellent clubhouse that serves hot food and drink all day. The track organisers make sure there is an informal feel and the atmosphere is relaxed but make no mistake this track can bite!There are two very challenging corners – Tower and Quarry. Neither have much run-off. It is worth taking time Read more

Friday
24 September 2021

Castle Combe
MSVT

£128

Book

Duration Full day
Country
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Skill level All
Requirements Classic Bikes Only

Castle Combe
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Read more

Saturday
25 September 2021

Goodwood Circuit

£510

Duration Full day
Country United Kingdom
Skill level All
Requirements Closed Wheel

Goodwood Circuit Alan Whibley – Old Farts MemberProbably my favourite circuit of all. Set in the lovely Sussex countryside and beautifully maintained. There’s well manicured grass all round and there lies problem number one – almost no run off anywhere. Put a boot on the grass and there is a tyre wall with solid earth banks waiting for you.The pleasant surroundings can give a give a feeling of relaxation, but it is deceptive and can catch out the unwary. There is plenty of cover in the pits to Read more

Monday
27 September 2021

Snetterton
300

£209

Duration Full day
Country United Kingdom
Skill level All
Requirements Closed Wheel Only

Snetterton Ben Clucas – www.benclucas.co.ukSnetterton has three configurations, split up into the 100, 200 and 300. By far the most used circuit for almost all track days, test days and races is the 300, three-mile configuration, completed in 2011.It isn’t the easiest of the main UK circuits to get to, situated in Norfolk, with parts of the A11 still single carriageway if you are coming from the Midlands or South, although this road is currently under construction and may all be dual Read more

Monday
27 September 2021

Brands Hatch
Indy

£279

Duration Full day
Country United Kingdom
Skill level All
Requirements Closed Wheel Only

Brands HatchPaul Rivett – www.paulrivett.comBrands Hatch was once a dirt track motorcycle circuit on farmland, but is now one of the most thrilling circuits in the UK with races from grass track to DTM. Below is an expert guide to Brands Hatch by Paul Rivett, three-times Clio Cup Championship winner.The circuit begins on the Brabham Straight, an off-camber, slightly curved stretch. The ideal line is to hug the pit wall until the start/finish line and then move to the left of the circuit to Read more

Monday
27 September 2021

Spa Francorchamps
F1 Circuit

£950

Duration Full day
Country Belgium
Skill level AllIntermediate
Requirements Supercars Only

Spa Francorchamps There are 2 pitlanes in use currently, the GP pits (detailed in the map above) & the endurance pits (entry after the GP exit, and exit onto the start of Kemmel). A lap starting from the GP exit goes down towards Eau Rouge and Raidillon. The trick is to go as close to the wall as you can, and stay there. Then, you cross to the left, over the big patch of curbstone. You straighten the wheel again and brake as you see fit. After the braking, and when you’ve started the climb of Raidillon, Read more

Monday
27 September 2021

Anglesey
Coastal & GP

£149

Book

Duration Full day
Country United Kingdom
Skill level All
Requirements

Anglesey David Walley – Porsche 997 GT3 www.davidwalley.comThe newly tarmacked Anglesey circuit has some breathtaking views (even while driving). As you drift around Peel corner, the view of the Irish Sea is spectacular. The TV series 5th Gear used the circuit for “shoot outs”, which shows how demanding this circuit can be with Tiff Needell thrashing factory cars around.Needless to say, in Wales it’s normally wet, but there’s a surprising amount of grip. However, for a dry lap the Read more

Monday
27 September 2021

Donington Park
GP

££249

Duration Full day
Country United Kingdom
Skill level All
Requirements

Donington Park Paul Wilson – www.paul-wilson.net Vantage GT3 for a Leonard AMR in the VLN Nordschleife seriesDonington Park (with one N!) was the first permanent park circuit in England, opening in 1931. During the Second World War, the track was requisitioned by the Ministry of Defence and it took until 1971 before the track was purchased by local man Tom Wheatcroft and turned back into the track it is today.Below is an expert guide to Donington Park by Paul Wilson, Caterham R300 Champion, Read more

Tuesday
28 September 2021

Spa Francorchamps
F1 Circuit

£950

Duration Full day
Country Belgium
Skill level AllIntermediate
Requirements Supercars Only

Tuesday
28 September 2021

Cadwell Park
Full

£149

Duration Full day
Country United Kingdom
Skill level All
Requirements Closed Wheel Only

Cadwell Park Jamie Stanley – www.jamiestanley.co.ukCadwell is just off the A153 between Louth & Horncastle. From the south, leave the A1 at Grantham and take the A153 all the way to the track. From the north, take the A18/A16 to Louth, then the circuit is 7 miles south on the A153.Coppice is a very fast corner but be really smooth with the turn in and allow the car room on the exit of the corner. Following the first corner, bring the car back to the left, light brake and then turn the car in Read more

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