Lewis Hamilton Supports Variety Club's Brands Hatch Track Day
30th June 2008
Eight lucky pupils from Arbour Vale School will be screeching round Brands Hatch on Thursday the 3rd of July 2008.
F1 Vodafone McLaren Mercedes Racing Driver Lewis Hamilton, who cannot be there on the day, is also lending his support to Variety Club’s Brands Hatch Track Day.
The event is possible thanks to Henry and Sharon Firman at www.911virgin.com who are kindly donating the use of vehicles, track time and professional experience free of charge to the Variety Club. Henry, who races one of the cars being used on the day in the Britcar endurance championship, said he doesn’t know who is more excited. "We did an event last year and the kids gave so much back it was very rewarding." The 911virgin team arrive at the Kent circuit having won their last 3 outings there so are on flying form.
Lewis Hamilton said:
“Racing round Brands Hatch will be a real out of classroom occasion for these pupils! Thanks to the Variety Club, days out like these enable disadvantaged and disabled children to experience a wide range of entertaining trips outside of the school gates. A big thank you also to Sharron and Henry Firman for getting these kids on track to enjoy a great day out.”
Head Teacher Gail Burton, who will be taking 8 lucky pupils to Brands Hatch said:
“The pupils are very much looking forward to this experience. In the weeks building up to the big day, 911 Virgin even came to the school to adapt the cars to meet the requirements of the children. We already have a Sunshine Coach from Variety Club and their support has proved to be invaluable over the years.”