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[Jack-the-Lad]

I haven't seen a thread started, and it's less than 30 days away, so here we go...

Is there a plan for a TNF'er meet-up somewhere at the circuit?

Does anyone know if there will be a special presentation, in the spirit of the all Mini race from 2009? I gather that John Surtees will be the honored driver. Goodwood seems to have been less communicative than usual about the events-within-the-event for this year.

Jack

Edited by Jack-the-Lad, 21 August 2010 - 18:19.

[275 GTB-4]

I haven't seen a thread started, and it's less than 30 days away, so here we go...

Is there a plan for a TNF'er meet-up somewhere at the circuit?

Does anyone know if there will be a special presentation, in the spirit of the all Mini race from 2009? I gather that John Surtees will be the honored driver. Goodwood seems to have been less communicative than usual about the events-within-the-event for this year.

Jack

Oil be there

The All Mini Race would have been great to see!!

Really looking forward to the experience

[fan27]

I'll be there, racing in the Gordon Trophy.

[condor]

Is there a plan for a TNF'er meet-up somewhere at the circuit?


Jack

We normally gather 1pm on the Friday.

I'll be there for the 3 days, but working a few hours Saturday and Sunday

[Jack-the-Lad]

I'll be there, racing in the Gordon Trophy.

Details, please....

[Jack-the-Lad]

We normally gather 1pm on the Friday.

At Ferret's?

[David McKinney]

Don't think there's going to be one...

[Jack-the-Lad]

Don't think there's going to be one...

Too bad. Not enough of us planning to attend this year?

[D-Type]

I think David meant that Ferret Fotographics (Ted Walker) won't have a stall this year.

Can anybody suggest an alternative meeting place?

As not everyone will be there or be available on Friday, can I suggest we make the rendezvous for all 3 days at 1pm. But where?

[David McKinney]

Thanks Duncan - yes, that's what I meant

There are a number of possibilities. I'd personally prefer a site inside the circuit, but suspect the majority would prefer to be outside. Feel free to make suggestions...

[Ted Walker]

No "Ferret Stand" this year But Iwill be there from Thursday.

[fan27]

Details, please....

Racing a 1961 Assegai Alfa Romeo. Been away for the last 4 years so will be interesting to see how we get on...

[Giraffe]

Brian Redman will be racing Peter Livanos' Aston Martin DBR1 at the Revival.................... and a Standard Vanguard !!

[condor]

There are a number of possibilities. I'd personally prefer a site inside the circuit, but suspect the majority would prefer to be outside. Feel free to make suggestions...

I'll make a suggestion then

Outside the entrance to the Earls Court Motorshow - it's a large white building, that is easy to spot and has one entrance ( possibly more exits ).
From vague recollections there's usually a Hendricks stand giving out free samples of G & Ts close by - also the holding paddock for the cars and drivers for the next race.

[David McKinney]

Sounds good to me

The main entrance will be the one with the queue...

[Vitesse2]

From vague recollections there's usually a Hendricks stand giving out free samples of G & Ts close by -

Must ... resist ... must ... resist ...

[condor]

Must ... resist ... must ... resist ...

Got to be at least 5 years or more since I saw you at one of these events

...any likelihood you're going to attend?

[Roger Clark]

The area around the Motorshow gets very crowded and is not ideal for a group standing around chatting. Would it be better to meet at the nearby Spitfire Bar - i think that's what it's called, close to the aircraft display?

[David McKinney]

That's equally crowded, if it's the one I'm thinking about.

Either venue should be OK if TNFers stand clear of the crowd - and my feeling is that'd be easier at 'Earls Court' than at the Spitfire

But I'm happy to consider anything

[condor]

The area around the Motorshow gets very crowded and is not ideal for a group standing around chatting. Would it be better to meet at the nearby Spitfire Bar - i think that's what it's called, close to the aircraft display?

How about we meet at the entrance to the Motorshow at 1pm prompt, then after a few minutes move onto the Spitfire bar. I say this , only because, most of us know each other - but it would be difficult for a newbie to spot us at the Spitfire bar ( as it is quite extended on left and right sides) so it gives them more of a chance to find ( the Goodwood TNF regulars) and introduce themselves.
Or alternatively , at the start of the static aero display...which is usually at the end of the Spitfire bar?

[Ted Walker]

Sounds good to me. is this every day or just FRIDAY ???????

[Jack-the-Lad]

I vote for the Hendricks garden!

[rwills]

I have a couple of cars entered so any TNFers please come and say hi.

Roger

[Jack-the-Lad]

I have a couple of cars entered so any TNFers please come and say hi.

Roger

Hello, Roger. Which cars? We'll be sure to look for you in the paddock.

Jack.

[Barry Boor]

Congratulations on your Antipodean victory, Roger. Just saw it on the box.

[rwills]

Thanks Barry.

[rwills]

Hello, Roger. Which cars? We'll be sure to look for you in the paddock.

Jack.

GAZ Volga M21 in the St Mary's Trophy
Cooper T51
Lotus 15

Busy weekend!

[Hse289]

Anyone know what cars are in the Whitsun Trophy, is the Lang Cooper back this year?

[Jack-the-Lad]

GAZ Volga M21 in the St Mary's Trophy
Cooper T51
Lotus 15

Busy weekend!

See you there!

Jack.

[rwills]

Anyone know what cars are in the Whitsun Trophy, is the Lang Cooper back this year?

Brabham BRM BT8
Chinook
3x 250 LM
7x GT40
365P
Hamill SR3
5x T70 Spyder
Lotus BMW 23B
2x Cooper Monaco (Jolly and Ahlers)
Lotus 30
McLaren M1A
Marina rolls Royce
Crossle 7S
McLaren M1B

No sign of a Lang Cooper

[Hse289]

Thanks Roger, never mind. Sunday it is for us then. Can,t wait.

[Mistron]

I have a spare ticket for Sunday if anyone is looking for one - make me an offer.

[P0wderf1nger]

I look forward to putting faces to names on the Friday.

Over on the Monterey Historics thread there's an outrageous claim that Brits wear funny hats, when there's only one Brit (me!) in the official photo.



I trust we can put on a good sartorial show for Jack!

See you all there.

Paul

[David McKinney]

Over on the Monterey Historics thread there's an outrageous claim that Brits wear funny hats, when there's only one Brit (me!) in the official photo.

And a New Zealander, which is halfway there

[Doug Nye]

Special features include the Saturday's special tribute to John Surtees in the 50th anniversary year of his very first race on four wheels, which took place at Goodwood in 1960 (first motor race he had ever witnessed from start to finish, and in which he finished 2nd to Jim Clark) - and then Sunday's VERY special tribute to 'The Few' upon the 70th anniversary of the Battle of Britain, which embraced the skies above RAF Westhampnett (later the Goodwood Motor Circuit). Hopefully, both should prove to have been unmissable...

Oh - and there's a pretty darned comprehensive tribute each day to BRM on the 60th anniversary of the marque's maiden victory, scored by Reg Parnell at Goodwood in September, 1950. Let's the hope the weather for the Revival is rather better than it was that weekend...

All usual disclaimers totally ignored - DCN ;)

Edited by Doug Nye, 29 August 2010 - 17:54.

[Mistron]

http://www.goodwood....ntsfor2010.aspx

maybe it's just me, but I can't see how these 'improvements' make for better viewing - it'll just be another area where the standard ticket holder can't get a decent view of the circuit for the being in the way.

I know the event is run to make money, but it is incredibly crowded, to the point that unless you buy a very expensive seat in the stands, you simply can't see the racing from several areas. so what choice is left? spend even more money to actually seee the racing you have paid over £100 to see?

If they really want to improve things for spectators, ban people from bringing their ******* picnic chairs, or from standing in front of people sitting on the bankings. That would actually make a big difference to many, and manners (as I was always told) cost nothing.

[Alan Cox]

Goodwood is announcing a number of significant enhancements for the 2010 event, including ... a larger retail market

That may be so, but I understand that one very well-known book dealer and another equally well-known photograph retailer have been told that there is no space for them, in spite of them having supported the event from the outset.

Edited by Alan Cox, 31 August 2010 - 16:10.

[zakeriath]

Listed on the revival web site., the drivers

http://www.goodwood....revival2010.pdf

[cdrewett]

Listed on the revival web site., the drivers

http://www.goodwood....revival2010.pdf

Provisional list of players in the Thursday cricket match:
Richard Attwood
Derek Bell
Robert Brooks
David Clark
John Cleland
David Cooke
Alain de Cadanet
John Fitzpatrick
Stuart Graham
Tony Jardine
Jeremy McWilliams
Tiff Needell
DCN (representing TNF)
Jackie Oliver
Emmanuele Pirro
Bobby Rahal
Anthony Reid
Wizzo Williams

Umpires; Nick Goozee and Brian Redman
Commentator: yours truly

It's a great fun match, taken deadly seriously. Well worth coming to. Each year so far after the match there's been a stunning Spitfire display over the pitch, originally Ray Hanna, last year Lee Proudfoot , quite breathtaking.
Chris

[zakeriath]

Provisional list of players in the Thursday cricket match:
It's a great fun match, taken deadly seriously. Well worth coming to. Each year so far after the match there's been a stunning Spitfire display over the pitch, originally Ray Hanna, last year Lee Proudfoot , quite breathtaking.
Chris

Are the great unwashed allowed to spectate, if so where is it being held ?

[cdrewett]

Are the great unwashed allowed to spectate, if so where is it being held ?

It's on the cricket ground at Goodwood House and as far as I know anyone can come.

Chris

[Barry Boor]

I hope the umpires will watch carefully for 'no balls'!

[zakeriath]

I hope the umpires will watch carefully for 'no balls'!

Bet they dont

[Doug Nye]

I'm due to play and I would like everyone to know, right here, right now, that I am infinitely corruptible...

DCN

[Jack-the-Lad]

I'm due to play and I would like everyone to know, right here, right now, that I am infinitely corruptible...

DCN

This year, I plan to walk right up and introduce myself!



Jack.

[Andrew Stevens]

Does anyone know the advance practice dates for the Revival? I gather they are about a week before. Feel free to PM me if you don't want to mention them on a public forum...

[Alan Cox]

Does anyone know the advance practice dates for the Revival?

Reading on another forum I see that there was a test day yesterday

[tombe2]

http://www.goodwood....ntsfor2010.aspx

maybe it's just me, but I can't see how these 'improvements' make for better viewing - it'll just be another area where the standard ticket holder can't get a decent view of the circuit for the being in the way.

I know the event is run to make money, but it is incredibly crowded, to the point that unless you buy a very expensive seat in the stands, you simply can't see the racing from several areas. so what choice is left? spend even more money to actually seee the racing you have paid over £100 to see?

If they really want to improve things for spectators, ban people from bringing their ******* picnic chairs, or from standing in front of people sitting on the bankings. That would actually make a big difference to many, and manners (as I was always told) cost nothing.

Does this mean that I have to buy a ticket for the roving grandstands to have a decent view of the racing.
I will attend the Revival for the first time, so I don't have much knowledge of the facilities.
And how essential is it to wear period gear to get near the cars in the paddoc?


Tom Berge
TNF badge 76.

[D-Type]

You can get a decent view if you move round the circuit a bit - the "in-crowd" there for the social event tend to congregate round the start/ finish area.

Period gear: some make the effort, some don't. You must have a jacket and tie and a special paddock pass to be allowed into the main "Formula 1" paddock, but you can see a lot from outside it . But the paddocks with cars for the supporting racing and all the facilities are outside the enclosed area. (the fence is only about 3 ft high and a young Australian I met one year told me it is easy to climb over)

[Mistron]

You can get a decent view if you move round the circuit a bit -

You get decent views out at the back of the circuit, it's just the nearer the entrance the busier it gets and I find it very frustarating that you can't get a decent view of the track because of the crowds, many of whom don't seem to have any interest in the racing, and often have their back to the circuit, but won't let you get a view as they need room to chat.....

the banks at the first corner are well banked, so offer good spectating, even when crouded, until people in front feel the need to stand to take photos, never mind the effect it has on those behind.