BattlefieldsbyCar FAQs

NAVIGATION

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ADDRESS Arras, Albert, Ypres, Normandy

CONTACT e: info@battlefieldsbycar.com f: 0701 424 1418

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“Very personable guys and very professional at conducting the tour. The running commentary over CB radio in each car as you drive along is a masterstroke as it keeps the tour engaging everyone in the group throughout. Highly recommended” - Simon

OK, I’ve booked. Now what?

Thank you. When booking you will receive an immediate confirmation. If your chosen tour is Hotel based, rooms are based on twin bed accommodation. If you require anything different, single, double, extra rooms etc. please let us know by email at info@battlefieldsbycar.com. Approximately 8 weeks before your chosen tour, we will contact you for the balance. You are highly recommended to book your crossing well in advance, especially if your tour is in high season. If you book your tour which is due to start within eight weeks, we will require the full amount. Once we receive this, we will send you the info pack, which will include meeting points, dates and times etc.

Do you travel in our car?

No. We have a lead vehicle which has our driver and guide. We’ll lead and you follow, whilst getting commentary over CB radio of what happened all around you. You’ll get a unique perspective and certainly not something you can get from a guidebook or just driving from place to place.

How will we know where to meet you?

In the information pack that will be sent to you we will provide satnav / gps co-ordinates, and also a map page that shows the location. The info pack will also contain contact numbers of your guides so you can call if you can’t find us or are delayed.

How fast will you be driving?

We travel at a suitable speed for the conditions and the area we are travelling through. We don’t want you to miss anything and we will always accommodate the slowest vehicle. We slow down or stop if the commentary includes detail of where we are. Where we travel some distance between site we adhere to the relevant speed limits, but generally much slower. You are free to request stops for photos or any other reason at any time using the included CB Radio.

What do I do if I am delayed and can’t make the start time?

Please call us on the phone number included in the info pack we will send you and we will arrange an amended meeting point

Do I need to buy a Sat Nav?

Not necessarily - We will give clear directions to the start and point you in the right direction for your onward journey after the tour. During the tour you will be following us. However if you already have a sat nav with European maps this may be useful for you.

What will the weather be like at that time of year?

We wish that we could predict this! Generally the summers are hotter (and dusty) while spring and autumn can be quite wet. As a precaution sun cream and waterproofs should always be on your list. Prior to leaving you can access a reliable five day forecast here, simply type in the name of the town and “Get Forecast” http://www.xcweather.co.uk/forecast/albert

Can you provide camping equipment for us?

Unfortunately we cannot do this, but we would never leave you sitting on the grass! There is usually a spare camp chair around…

Is it true that we have to have fluorescent tabards with us at all times?

It is a requirement that all vehicles must have one for the driver, but in the event of an incident and for your own safety we would recommend one per occupant of your car. After all they take up no space and cost just a couple of pounds. Also, see our link to the AA website which details the other items that you must carry.