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3 Jan 2010, 00:43 (Ref:2607483)
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Keep the ideas coming people.... I'll appreciate all the help I can get.
Great! I received a phone call from the local press today! They even mentioned a "motorsport personality" who I cannot mention... Yet... I've set up a Facebook "event" for anyone who wants to add their name to it. http://www.facebook.com/group.php?v=...840818&index=1 |
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3 Jan 2010, 02:36 (Ref:2607493)
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It occurs to me that there may be some potential for using the Park for a single venue rally (or maybe rallycross?) event.
The track work required could be minimal. The missing surface strips might not be a big issue for a rally event and armco/tyre barriers probably not required. I'm not sure how the earthworks on the infield would stand up to it though. It would bring back memories of the times it was used for the Lombard RAC events back in the late 70s. Fewer trees though. |
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3 Jan 2010, 04:23 (Ref:2607505)
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3 Jan 2010, 07:42 (Ref:2607531)
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I thought it was signed and sealed that it was being set up at Silverstone?
Leroy,wasn't such a bad idea after all  You would be surprised by some people who read through these hallowed pages,keep it up and dont be afraid to put yourself forward for any interviews that no doubt will crop up. Last edited by terence; 3 Jan 2010 at 07:47. |
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Living the dream,Chief instruktor and racing on the worlds best circuits-The Nordschleife and Spa.Getting to drive the worlds best cars-someone has to do it, so glad its me.
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3 Jan 2010, 10:25 (Ref:2607588)
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I've just spread the word on facebook, hopefully get some more "profile names" so publicity should be better? I'll be there(not that Im a profile of any note ) just to lend my support for my favourite spectating circuit in this country!
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3 Jan 2010, 10:32 (Ref:2607590)
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I didnt see a 'Join group' thinghy on the facebook link. i doubt I would be able to attend a protest but happy to acknowledge support if the facility was there.
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3 Jan 2010, 10:35 (Ref:2607591)
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http://www.facebook.com/#/group.php?...0290785&ref=nf It's in the middle near the top next the Save Donington title.
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3 Jan 2010, 10:38 (Ref:2607594)
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Thanks Tim, not fully facebook savvy.
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3 Jan 2010, 10:46 (Ref:2607598)
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The link in post 251 is to a drive to Donington not the join Donington group
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3 Jan 2010, 11:11 (Ref:2607607)
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I'm not too Facebook savvy myself, so apologies for the confusion.
I thought I'd mention again, I'm also collecting messages of support, with the intention of presenting them to the Wheatcroft family before the parade. Please visit the Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?v=app_23...id=265230290785 Add your name to the event: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=2339...818&index=1 If you can't make it, or don't use Facebook, please send a message of support to: savedonington@live.co.uk If anyone does have have "strong" points of contact, please send them to the email address above. Thanks again for all your continued support. |
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3 Jan 2010, 11:53 (Ref:2607614)
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As far as I know they looked into relocating at all of the other circuits but they couldn't strike a deal - I think Silverstone wanted them to hire the entire site which made the numbers not work. The other problem was that everyone bar a few instructors lived within a stones throw of Donington Park. Shame, I enjoyed working with them on the occasions that I did. |
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3 Jan 2010, 14:11 (Ref:2607645)
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That is a terrible shame for all involved,time will tell if the school gets reformed when Donington starts up again.
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4 Jan 2010, 01:21 (Ref:2607817)
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A move to Silverstone would have made some sense of course since MotoGP will be there too. A great shame for all concerned. |
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4 Jan 2010, 01:30 (Ref:2607820)
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I popped up to DP yesterday afternoon and spoke to the people who know what is going on. Well, the security guy on the gate is as likely to know as anyone I guess!
 The Museum is open once again and apparently will be open daily 10AM to 4PM. Other than that and the Airport parking/Sunday market - nothing else. In terms of the long term future it seems that we already know what there is to know. The Wheatcrofts are seeking someone to take on a lease but whether this is anything more than a repeat of the already discussed probabilities is anyone's guess. |
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4 Jan 2010, 16:31 (Ref:2608049)
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i noticed in local paper that the parade is planned for all day. i personally cannot come all day but will be there for a couple of hours with my marshals overalls on. |
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4 Jan 2010, 18:27 (Ref:2608086)
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4 Jan 2010, 18:28 (Ref:2608087)
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It's really working!
A company who is interested in taking over the lease and, crucially, wants to repair the circuit, got in touch with me today. It does appear there are people out there who have the means to restore the track, and allow racing to participate. Now that the Christmas period is over, hopefully we can look forward to a statement from Kevin Wheatcroft himself. No doubt, he will be fascinated by the support that has been shown. Well done everyone, keep spreading the word, and make sure you turn up to the circuit, to show your support, on 7th March! |
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4 Jan 2010, 19:20 (Ref:2608109)
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if things go well now, then we will have you to thank.
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4 Jan 2010, 19:46 (Ref:2608124)
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yeh are u gona get a corner named after you....or at least the patch of track that was ripped up LOL....could call it leroy's or boscy's LOL
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4 Jan 2010, 20:20 (Ref:2608135)
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4 Jan 2010, 21:05 (Ref:2608152)
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Sounds good Leroy. Keep on it. |
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6 Jan 2010, 01:21 (Ref:2608681)
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Two radio interviews today, and more interesting "contacts"!
And, finally a (very simple) web-site... www.myspace.com/savedonington |
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6 Jan 2010, 10:10 (Ref:2608811)
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It looks like all the support is having an effect!
http://www.thisisderbyshire.co.uk/ne...l/article.html |
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6 Jan 2010, 10:12 (Ref:2608816)
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This is (tentatively) excellent news. I'm glad KW felt confident enough to be able to make these public comments about the future of my local circuit. I'll be keeping my fingers crossed for a speedy return of the circuit to raceable condition.
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6 Jan 2010, 10:17 (Ref:2608819)
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Ready by late March?
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