Aston Martin gathered on the morning of Thursday 11th June at Grange Brentwood & Grange Welwyn to drive in convoy to the Flexiplus Lounge at Folkestone.
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Grange party’s meet at Folkestone | Channel Tunnel with a convoy of 15 Aston Martins |
Grange Team and Guests arrived to a Champagne Reception at the Chateau prior to departing for the Le Mans evening practice session followed by a midnight BBQ at the Chateau.
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Grange Team and Guests arrive at the Chateau |
Friday morning, Guests had the opportunity to experience the Aston Martin Rapide S, Aston Martin DB9, Aston Martin Vantage V12S & the Aston Martin Vanquish Coupe.
Friday afternoon saw the infamous Grange circuit des 24 Heures Le Mans Go-Karting race, the weather wasn’t kind this year very wet conditions which added to the fun of the race. This year saw a new winner Simon Moulton.
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Le Mans Go-Karting Champion Simon Moulton |
Friday evening was spent at the 24 Heures Le Mans Track enjoying Aston Martin Hospitality and meeting the Aston Martin Drivers.
Saturday morning, the helicopters landed in the grounds of the Chateau to collect guests and take them to the Le Mans track for the start of the race.
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Guests – Tim, John, Paul & Dan |
Guests enjoyed the VIP Aston Martin Racing hospitality throughout the day
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Le Mans 24 Heures pre nightfall, racing is hot! | Aston Martin VIP – 24 hours |
The evening finished with a BBQ at the Chateau to say thank you to everyone who had made this trip a truly special event. Looking forward to 2016!