Spring Matsuri 2016 – Rockingham Motor Speedway

Its with great pleasure that we can announce that the 2016 Spring Matsuri will be held at Rockingham Motor Speedway.

The circuit which opened back in 2001, has witnessed drifting before when drivers from D1JP visited the venue for GT Battle in 2005. The following year 5th gear presenter, Tiff Needell, would pilot a Toyota Soarer which is still being used for drifting to this day.

The venue is the only purpose built large oval in the UK and offers a mix of ultra fast corners on the the main oval. The infield is a pleasure to drift, the track lends its self to drifting like no other.

Drivers can forget about second gear action, most of the lap is for those capable of using third gear and for those with the power and skill fourth gear is a must!

The Matsuri will use both layouts! Yes! The infield will run to full effect allowing drivers to experience this wonderful venue!

The oval will incorporate two sections to drift, two track in one lap! Will there be a chance to run the famous wall we hear you ask? YES! On both sections of the oval being used.

Chicanes will be used to enable those awesome wall rubs, the second section will be underneath one of the grandstands that will be open for spectators! So if you get it right you will be a hero, get it wrong and the crowd will more than likely let you know!

As at previous events, garages will be available for hire, drift trikes will be present along with a trade village.

Car clubs, if you are interested in having a stand, please get in touch via the contact page.

If you own a car which you think is worth displaying in a show and shine competition, get in touch!

Traders, we want YOU there! Get in touch, we have an awesome deal for you all!

Drift Matsuri 2015 – The timetable

Ladies and gents

With only a few days remaining before we head to Anglesey Circuit for THE drift social of the year, we thought we’d give you a run down of the timetable

All three tracks will open at 0930 on both days

There will be a lunch break at 1230 on both Saturday and Sunday.

Track will reopen at 1330 on both days

The tracks will close at 1700 on Saturday and 1630 on Sunday

The Night time demo will take place between 1900 and 2100. Expect a sight like no other, strobes, neons, and plenty more!

Not forgetting the drift trikes which will run till late!

Plus the ‘Party in the pits’

It’s going to be AWESOME!

Drift Matsuri 2015 – The Details

The Drift Matsuri now in its third year has become the most eagerly anticipated event on the UK calendar.

With no form of drift licence required, the event caters for drivers from grass roots to professional drifters, each one given the same opportunity to enjoy this event on a level playing field.

Due to the layout of the circuit there are three tracks in use on both days giving maximum seat time for all drivers.

The option to try some crazy entries on the hairpin which would see James Dean in the Low Brain Drifters PS13 having lots of fun last year!

The sight of a number of Corollas heading off onto the touge track was a sight and sound to witness. The up hill/down hill with tight corners, ideal for those wishing to show flamboyancy and flare.

The main track allows those wishing to stretch the legs of their ride to the max, the fast long sweeping right hand bend allows for some proximity before accelerating into the ultra fast right hand bend.

The tracks will open at 0930 on both days, Saturday will see the track close at 5pm. The track will close at 4pm on Sunday, last year there was only 4 cars remaining on track by the end of Sunday!

Saturday evening track action is to be announced.

As in any event there has to be some rules;

• Cars must be in a road worthy condition
• All cars must have brake lights
• No sharp panels will be allowed
• No leaks off any description
• All cars must have seat belts on both driver and passenger side
• Helmets must be warn
• Arm and legs must be covered – No polyester
• A 1kg (minimum)  fire extinguisher must be fitted in every car (available from your local car parts shop)
• Personal passengers will be allowed £25 per day
• Drivers can share cars £50 for each additional driver
• All driver must attend a drivers briefing
• All staff are to be greeted/treated with a smile and respect

We remain the right to add additional rules if required as we get closer to the event.

Car clubs, if you run a car club and want to get involved, drop us a line via the contact page.

Traders, we already have people coming to sell their wares, drop us a line via the contact page and we will get back to you!

The cost

A driver pass for a single day will be £159 This includes two weekend tickets worth £50 plus free entertainment on Saturday night and free camping!

A driver pass for both days will be £299 This includes four weekend tickets worth £100 plus free entertainment on Saturday night and free camping!

Driver tickets will be available to purchased here > Driver tickets

Spectator tickets

Saturday ticket will be £25 if purchased in advance, £30 on the day. This includes night time entertainment including the all important disco plus free entry to the event on Sunday.

Sunday tickets will be £10 if purchased in advance, £15 on the day.

Passengers £25 per day – To be purchased on the day

Public passenger rides – Details to be announced

Additional driver £50 per day – To be purchased on the day

If you wish to have the a garage to keep your car in over the weekend then we can offer that too. Each garage has space for 4 cars, Garage space will be sold at £50 per car space with a maximum of 4 spaces being sold in one order.

Saturday night entertainment and camping will be free.

Driver, spectator and garages slots will available to be purchased here > Driftmatsuri shop

All tickets will go on sale on Wednesday the 2nd of September at 8pm.

All purchases are none refundable or transferable

Please use the contact page for any inquiries > Contact us

2015 date confirmed