Well; if driving to Goodwood for the Revival meet in true GT style it makes sense to plan for the ‘essential kit.’ The venue is well served by train and bus links so for anyone fancying a tipple rather than driving to the circuit all eventualities are catered for.
And on the subject of catering; as the Journal will be arriving early to beat the rush and before the gates open a breakfast hamper will be on the list and stocked with vacuum flasks for tea and coffee plus food flasks which should accommodate some cooked sausages and perhaps some pommes rissole (butter browned cooked small potatoes) as finger food. Possibly the staple hard boiled eggs redolent of all British picnics.
The weather is still looking uncertain so whilst some exciting racing seems probable suitable clothing is to the fore if the spectacle is to be enjoyed fully. Layered and breathable clothing, stout footwear and a large brimmed hat all work (it avoids cold wet drips working down the back of one’s neck at the wrong moment).
Also on the list:
Shooting stick for resting of aged weary legs half way round the circuit (doubles as a camera rest).
Binoculars.
Stopwatch or chronograph for timed laps.
Possibly a small power pack if mobile phones are critical to social group communications. Kept in a sealed freezer or zip bag to keep the weather out.
And dont forget ‘What 3 words’ loaded to your ‘phone so you can locate your car after the event with minimal angst !
A second freezer bag for keeping the programme accessible but dry in a wet pocket.
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