Thruxton Retro

All tickets are sent by email to the email address used to purchase the e-tickets. Please keep an eye on your junk/spam folders. If you have ordered your e-tickets and can't find them, click here and click 'Redeem Reservation'. Alternatively, call the ticket office on 01264 882200 option 1, and we will try to help you.

Yes, you can buy tickets at the gate on arrival. However, we advise purchasing tickets prior to the event to avoid additional queues.

We now use an e-ticketing system which sends your tickets by email. However, if you would like us to send you a ticket in the post, please call our ticket office on 01264 882200, option 1. PLEASE NOTE: There is a £3 charge for postal tickets.

Children 12 and under accompanied by an adult (max 5 children per responsible adult) are admitted to the event free of charge. Children 13 - 15 will need a teen ticket.

Children aged 12 and under are admitted free of charge (max 5 children per responsible adult).

If you are purchasing more than 10 tickets for the same day/event, we offer a corporate rate. Please contact our office on 01264 882200 (option 1).

We understand that some guests will not be able to access the circuit without the assistance of an Essential Companion.

We are pleased to be able to offer an Essential Companion ticket for those guests who require additional assistance.

INFORMATION ON APPLYING FOR AN ESSENTIAL COMPANION

Unfortunately not. Tickets are available to purchase in advance - for the quickest way into the venue. Alternatively, tickets can be purchased at the gate on arrival.

Yes. Camping is available for the Thruxton Retro.

The campsite is open from 12pm (Midday) on Friday 3 July. The latest arrival is 9pm, to avoid disruption to the other campers. There will be a holding area for late arrivals with access granted the following morning.

Camping pitches are limited and must be purchased in advance. Maximum of six adults per pitch (children 12 and under do not count). All equipment and vehicles must fit inside your pitch. If not, vehicles can be parked in the public car park. Your pitch will be yours for the duration of the event and will be allocated to you on your arrival.

Prices

Standard Regular Pitch 10m x 5m - no electric hook up - £42

Standard Premium pitch 10m x 5m with electric hook up - £80

Large Premium pitch 10m x 7.5m with electric hook up - £95

Additional Information

Max of six adults per pitch (children 12 and under do not count) Each camping pitch will be yours for the duration of the event. All equipment/vehicles must fit within your camping pitch Camping pitches will be allocated on arrival on a first come first serve basis Pitch numbers are limited Showers, toilets, freshwater supply, and waste facilities are available at the campsite

ADDITIONAL CAMPING INFORMATION

PLEASE NOTE: Camping is only permitted in the designated campsite. Camping in the car parks is strictly prohibited.

The campsite will open at 12pm on Friday 3 July and will remain open until Monday morning after the event. The campsite is manned 24 hours a day but the latest arrival is 9pm, to avoid disruption to the other campers. There will be a holding area for late arrivals with access granted the following morning

PLEASE NOTE: Camping is only permitted in the designated campsite. Camping in the car parks is strictly prohibited.

Parking is free of charge.

The gates will open at 8am each day.

The last act on the main stage will end at 23:00 on Friday and Saturday.

Circuit action will end no later than 18:30 each day.

Thruxton is an active airfield and race circuit and as such, there is a strict no dogs/pets policy on site, except for registered guide dogs and assistance dogs who are allowed, providing they are kept on a lead at all times and are easily identifiable as guide dogs. All intended visits to Thruxton Circuit for this race meeting must be notified to the circuit via completion of the online form at least 7 days prior to the event. Any dogs/pets found to be locked in a vehicle will be removed.

More information on our Guide Dog and Assistance Dog policy is available here

We have a designated banking area for Blue Badge holders, which is accessible via Gate 4. This is a raised bank for you to park your car, providing a view over the 'Complex' section of the circuit. There is also disabled parking at the top of car park A. Ask a member of the security staff to direct you if you're unsure. All passengers/driver must have relevant admission tickets.

RWYB is a chance to run your own road-going or competition vehicle down a drag strip in a controlled environment. It’s designed to be welcoming for first-timers while still allowing serious machinery to take part.

Yes. The RWYB format is intended to remove a lot of the nerves that can come with competitive high-speed events. There will be clear signing-on and officials on hand to guide you.

Drivers must be 18 or older and hold a full DVLA driving licence.

Yes. All vehicles must pass Technical Control (scrutineering). At a minimum, cars are checked for obvious fluid leaks, a secure battery, a clearly identified ignition or power-on switch, tight wheel nuts (none missing), and secure seats and seatbelts.

For car drivers, you must wear clothing that covers you from the neck down, including arms to wrists and legs to ankles. You also need a crash helmet that is MSUK-approved. Open-face helmets are permitted in closed cockpit cars (with goggles), or full-face with a visor in open cockpit cars. Motocross-style helmets are not accepted.

Yes, they must be 16 years or older. There is a £25 fee, which gives them access for the entire day. They must also wear a helmet.

Yes, please contact Straightliners directly to book in

Yes, Straightliners provide a full explaination of the rules for Run What Ya Brung events on their site

Yes, on the day you'll be able to purchase unlimited runs for the day for an additional £30.