Gurston Down, 17th/18th April

The STIG · 10 Apr 2010, 21:00 (Ref:2670282)

Who needs Abu Dahbi when you've got Gurston Down eh? First time visitor to Gurston - and indeed any "proper" hillclimb (depending on how you regard the Goodwood FoS). Done a few sprints, but never an uphill variety. Got a couple of questions, since Marshalspost seems to be down again.

1. What's the camping like? is there room for a motorhome or should I pack my tent?
2. When do the passes/finals arrive? I haven't had mine yet.
3. How long will it take to get to Salisbury from Gurston?

Thanks in advance.

**Woolley** · 10 Apr 2010, 21:30 (Ref:2670295)

1. Camping is good. Shame the GIT village doesn't operate, but you should have no problem with a motorhome. The earlier you get there the better your pitch.
2. Passes usually arrive early in the week before the meeting, so expect Tues or Weds.
3. About half an hour providing you don't hit a red Seat who's in a stupid place with your caravan. I found that adds half an hour. On the other hand, if you see one, drive the twonk off the road for me.

Have a great time. The locals are very friendly and welcoming, the course exciting and the bar usually has a decent bar on. I just wish it was closer to me because I love going there.

welshgal_2006 · 11 Apr 2010, 07:19 (Ref:2670426)

I can only re-itterate what Woolley said. I really enjoy Gurston and it is a lovely place to be (esp if this weather keeps up).
Enjoy xxx

Barman1963 · 11 Apr 2010, 19:57 (Ref:2671059)

You'll enjoy it Stig. Great line up for both days, the invited classes are all well supported. Looking forward to both the TVR and TR clubs as they are sure to be....entertaining.

The STIG · 11 Apr 2010, 21:00 (Ref:2671089)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Woolley

3. About half an hour providing you don't hit a red Seat who's in a stupid place with your caravan. I found that adds half an hour. On the other hand, if you see one, drive the twonk off the road for me.

Wilco Skipper.

Thanks for the help guys. Really looking forward to this one.

The STIG · 12 Apr 2010, 21:36 (Ref:2671661)

BUGGER!

It looks like I'm going to at the very least miss Saturday... Anyone know roughly how long it takes to get down to Gurston from Bridgend/Cardiff/Swansea area? I may be able to make it down for Saturday Afternoon.

Why does everything happen at once?

m1fcf · 12 Apr 2010, 21:43 (Ref:2671667)

Quote:

Originally Posted by The STIG

BUGGER!

It looks like I'm going to at the very least miss Saturday... Anyone know roughly how long it takes to get down to Gurston from Bridgend/Cardiff/Swansea area? I may be able to make it down for Saturday Afternoon.

Why does everything happen at once?

those awfully nice people at Viamichelin.com reckon on 2 and 3/4 hours. On a Saturday afternoon, i would say 3 and a bit from Swansea.

The STIG · 12 Apr 2010, 22:22 (Ref:2671681)

Correction... Now won't be there at all. Thanks anyway M1fcf. Was really looking forward to this one.

welshgal_2006 · 14 Apr 2010, 17:46 (Ref:2672751)

I was going to say, it normally takes us just short of 2 hours from Cardiff.
We were going to go but unfortuantely due to the Swalec Cup Semis on the Sunday, we're not going now xxx

Sitting Bull · 14 Apr 2010, 20:53 (Ref:2672849)

Havent made it to Gurston for a few years, really miss it. Try and get there Stig, its well worth the trip, really welcoming and great fun. From Swansea it was an easy 2hrs 30 via Bath. Miss my favourite, Gobby Git, must be quiet there now in top paddock !

Steve Tarrant · 15 Apr 2010, 09:22 (Ref:2673033)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sitting Bull

Havent made it to Gurston for a few years, really miss it. Try and get there Stig, its well worth the trip, really welcoming and great fun. From Swansea it was an easy 2hrs 30 via Bath. Miss my favourite, Gobby Git, must be quiet there now in top paddock !

NOT with TWO women running the show now!!!!!

(Ducks as they are there this weekend as well as me!!!!!!)

tigerpoo · 16 Apr 2010, 07:43 (Ref:2673482)

Looking forward to another year of hilly madness

regards all

davenoff · 18 Apr 2010, 20:08 (Ref:2675266)

Had a thoroughly great day up at Gurston today in the sunshine being burnt, a far cry from the rain and cold of BTCC a fortnight ago!

We had a fair few customers at Ashes today; I blame Mike's pork pie and those who said it would be a quiet afternoon...we were even collecting cars on the return run

Cheers everyone for a great day, can't wait to get back up again.

tigerpoo · 19 Apr 2010, 12:37 (Ref:2675776)

wkd weekend...

Karousel had a few mores customers than Ashes!!! As they say "no rest for the wicked"...

roll on the next one..

devon kev · 19 Apr 2010, 17:04 (Ref:2675972)

Quote:

Originally Posted by davenoff

I blame Mike's pork pie and those who said it would be a quiet afternoon...we were even collecting cars on the return run

Cheers everyone for a great day, can't wait to get back up again.

His arse more like.....

GoGoGadget · 19 Apr 2010, 19:42 (Ref:2676089)

A very pleasant Sunday on Rescue at Karousel - even managed to catch the sun a bit - no mean feat when stuck behind the wheel all day.

The new paramedic had the Alan Taylor introductory tour & information guide

- he could well be our first casualty of the season ! (only joking Al)

Looking forward to the end of May for the next one.

tigerpoo · 21 Apr 2010, 15:43 (Ref:2677373)

Know what ya mean, me and the misses were on Karousel all weekend, but luckily we swapped every 2 batch to the other side. So only got a small helping of Alan......

Still the weekend was brill.....

Heres to the next meeting..

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