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Le Mans 24 Heures Classic, July 07-08, 2012
The Le Mans Classic is held every two years; 2012 will see the 6th Le Mans Classic continue its' rapid ascendancy to being one of the great historic motor racing events. It will put together the cars which wrote the 24 Hours history book between 1923 and 1979 - In total, it is expected there will be more than 350 participants.

The cars will be divided into six grids, each representing a different era. They will follow each other on the track, hour after hour, for 24 hours. The start of the race will take the form of a traditional Le Mans start. In keeping with tradition, the start will be on Saturday at 16:00 with the finish 24 hours later.

In addition to an exhibition of an array of wonderful cars, this international historic car meeting will also feature a parade of European Clubs on the long circuit and an auction of collectors' cars and automobilia.

 

 

The Le Mans Chateau Experience 2012

Beware! Do not buy your tickets before travelling.....previous guests have arrived at our mesmerising chateaux and have not left to see any racing!

We have been working with the many chateaux for many years and we can thoroughly recommend the venues, service and welcome without hesitation. A chateau stay is a superb chance to gather guests or friends for a unique house party and enjoy sensational racing.

All quoted prices are based on full occupancy, twin or double share.

Chateau de la Motte Henry

Chateau de la Motte Henry is a spectacular neo-Renaissance Castle with beautiful outbuildings nestled in the Western Loire Valley, a region known for its beauty, tranquility and cuisine. The property is an ancient motte surrounded by a moat within 29 acres of parkland, paths and fields with exotic trees such a cedars of Lebanon & American redwood. There is also a private lake for swimming or boating.

The Chateau has six superb guest rooms which have all been recently refurbished. Each room is decorated in authentic period decor with ensuite, marble bathrooms. The guest rooms are also extraordinarily spacious - some of the largest rooms we have seen.

The price includes the following:

  • Exclusive use of the chateau and its 6 bedrooms
  • Use of in house cinema with full Sky access
  • Sumptuous breakfast
  • Welcome Reception on arrival
  • Four Course Dinner inclusive of quality wines
  • Limited Open Bar with premium wines, beers & soft drinks
  • Welcome Baskets in each room
  • Late-Night gourmet table on Saturday

 

The Chateau is located approximately 40 miles west of Le Mans. Transfers are available by both mini-van or coach or by helicopter. The local town of Meslay-du-Maine also has an excellent 'Course Hippique' with both traditional and chariot racing and there is also a good golf course nearby.

Chateau Roche Talbot

The Chateau Roche Talbot is a superb chateau located near Sablé-sur-Sarthe and only 35 minutes to Le Mans by motorway. The extensive gardens are beautiful with breathtaking views of La Sarthe river. There was a fortress on the original grounds and this gave way to the current chateau which was probably built in the 15th century.

The chateau houses a splendid dining room and library and extensive landscaped gardens. The 5 period guest rooms in the chateau are all ensuite and have recently been updated; additional brand new guest rooms in a nearby outbuilding are also currently being planned.

The price includes the following:

  • Exclusive use of the Chateau and its 5 bedrooms  
  • Sumptuous breakfast
  • Welcome reception on arrival
  • Four Course Dinner inclusive of wines
  • Limited Open Bar with premium wines, beers & soft drinks
  • Late-Night gourmet table on Saturday 

Transfers are available by both mini-van or coach or by helicopter. Sable-sur-Sable is close by and is a reasonably large town offering a selection of shops, cafes and restaurants. There is also a good golf course nearby.

 

 

 

• Quality hospitality & accommodation

• Private jets

• Bespoke marquees & catering

• Specialist consultancy work