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Classic Team Lotus Festival
Snetterton: 20 Jun 2010

TICKETS WILL BE AVAILABLE TO PURCHASE ON THE GATE.

Snetterton will be celebrating one of Britain's most iconic names this Sunday (20 June) when it hosts the spectacular Classic Team Lotus Festival - on the eve of the 500th Grand Prix for the Lotus marque.

The current Lotus F1 team will be appearing with drivers Jarno Trulli, Heikki Kovalainen and Fairuz Fauzy, whilst the squad's 2010 car will make its first UK public appearance and perform a three lap demonstration on the race track.

Classic Team Lotus will bring together every Lotus Grand Prix car raced between 1958 and 1994 - a feat never achieved before - for displays and high speed circuit demos.

There will also be a packed racing programme from MSVR featuring the Lotus Cup Europe, Elise Trophy, Heritage Touring Cars and Monoposto single seaters.

Plus you can enjoy entertainment away from the track including a 'Drivers' Avenue' commemorating the 33 works Team Lotus drivers to score points in Formula One.

  • 35 different Lotus F1 cars from 37 years, many performing on track
  • First UK public outing for the 2010 Lotus T127 F1 car on the race circuit
  • Special appearance by Grand Prix stars Jarno Trulli and Heikki Kovalainen
  • Lotus Cars display of full range including the Evora Cup and the new Elise
  • Packed racing programme including two major Lotus series
  • Attractions and entertainment for all the family (see 'Entertainment' tab)
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Sunday Admission - £25 - FREE - £15
Souvenir Event Programme - £5 - £5 - £5

* Saving relates to the face value of each admission ticket ordered online. Advance booking closes 12:00 Thursday 17 June. All orders received before midday Monday 14 June will be sent by Recorded Delivery at a cost of £1.50 per order (or Special Delivery at a cost of £5.50 per order if specified by the purchaser). All orders received after midday Monday 14 June will be sent by Special Delivery at a cost of £5.50 per order. Orders are generally dispatched approximately one week prior to the race meeting.

The Classic Team Lotus Festival will include the greatest ever gathering of Team Lotus F1 cars, which will be displayed and paraded during the day. See the 'Entertainment' tab for more information.

There will also be a superb line-up of racing on the Snetterton circuit from the Lotus on Track Elise Trophy, Lotus Cup Europe, GAZ Shocks Production BMW Championship, Heritage Grand Touring Car Challenge and Monoposto Championship.

This event features a huge entertainment package that will keep the whole family occupied!

Motor racing
There will be eight races taking place on the Snetterton circuit between 9am and 5pm on the Sunday, including two major Lotus championships - the Lotus on Track Elise Trophy and Lotus Cup Europe

Displays
35 different Lotus F1 cars will be displayed at the Classic Team Lotus Pavilion - the first time a complete collection has ever been put together. Owners have already flown their cars in from all over the world.

The full range of current Lotus Cars models available to the buying public will also be on display, including the Evora Cup, GT4 2-Eleven, the new Elise, the Exige and the Evora.

Some of Jim Clark's greatest racing cars - including the 1963 World Championship-winning type 25 and the 1967 Dutch GP-winning type 49 - will be present.

In addition to the vehicles, everyone who ever worked for Team Lotus (some 350 people) has been invited to attend the Festival.

Circuit demonstrations
Many of the classic F1 cars, including World Championship-winning machinery, will be taking part in demonstrations - some of them high speed - on the Snetterton circuit between 2.00pm and 3.30pm. Current Lotus F1 drivers Jarno Trulli and Heikki Kovalainen will be amongst those taking to the track, in-between meeting fans at Snetterton.

First appearance of 2010 season's T127 Lotus F1 car
This year's Lotus F1 challenger will be making its first UK appearance at the Snetterton Classic Team Lotus Festival and WILL be running on the race circuit!

Free autograph session and pit walk
You can meet your F1 Lotus heroes and see the magical machinery up close in a free of charge pit walk currently scheduled for midday. During this time, the complete collection of Lotus Grand Prix cars will be rolled out and lined up on the Snetterton starting grid for a unique aerial photograph - fans will be able to view this from the pit lane.

Special exhibition marquee
This will be screening film shows of Team Lotus history, together with a display of scale models, works of art, and Jim Clark images. A new book on the life of Colin Chapman will be launched on the Sunday, and there will be a display from the University College of London Colin Chapman Scholarship.

Drivers' Avenue
Based in the paddock area, the Drivers' Avenue will feature individual displays on each of the 33 Works Team Lotus drivers who scored a World Championship point.

Lotus Racing transporter send-off
The Lotus Racing F1 truck will perform a ceremonial lap of the circuit at the end of the day before heading off to the European Grand Prix in Spain - the 500th F1 race for the famous marque.

Kids' Entertainment
In addition to funfair rides including Dodgems, youngsters will be able to try a giant Scalextric version of Snetterton and enter a competition via the official event programme to win exclusive Team Lotus prizes.

Click here for general circuit information, including directions, accommodation and address/contact details.

PLEASE NOTE: THERE IS NO CAMPING AVAILBLE TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC AT THIS EVENT.

What time do the gates open?

Gates open at 7.30am 

How much does it cost to park?

Parking is free of charge for all public car parks.

Where can I find more information about the Festival?

You can visit the official event website www.lotus-festival.com

Will the 2010 F1 car be running on circuit?

It is not currently known if the T127 will be able to perform any circuit demonstrations.

Is camping available to the general public?

Camping is not available to the general public at this event.

Is there Disabled Parking and Viewing available?

Blue Badge holders may park free of charge inside the venue in the disabled parking and viewing area infront of Russells Bend.

 What happens if my tickets don't arrive in time?

All tickets are sent by Royal Mail Recorded or Special Delivery, meaning a signature is required. In the rare instance that your tickets have not arrived in time you will need to purchase them at the gate price and obtain a refund after the event by returning the gate ticket stubs and your original tickets to the ticket office at the address below:

Ticket Office
MotorSport Vision Centre
Brands Hatch Circuit
Fawkham
Longfield
Kent
DA3 8NG

Are animals permitted anywhere on site?

No animals are permitted anywhere on site. Guide dogs are the only exception.

What age do I have to be to qualify for a Senior Citizen discount?

This is based on the state pension age of 65 for men and 60 for women.

I have a Grade D ticket. Where can I find a list of events and can I upgrade my ticket?

You can find a list of eligible Grade D events by clicking here.

What is MSV's ticket refund policy?

The ticketholder shall only be entitled to a refund or exchange (at MSV's election) if an event is cancelled in its entirety prior to its commencement of the Event for reason(s) that are within the reasonable control of MSV.

Event tickets may not be sold, resold, donated, transferred or in any way disposed of without prior written permission from MSV.

Classic Team Lotus Festival
Snetterton: 20 Jun 2010