Three Sisters

🏁 Circuit Overview

• Full‑circuit length ≈ 1.497 km (~0.93 mi) with 12 turns—tight and twisty but includes a longer back loop for a short straight boost.
  Also offers Long Circuit ⟶ ≈ 1.095 km, and Perimeter Circuit ⟶ ≈ 0.700 km

• Direction is clockwise. Although it’s small, it’s ACU‑licensed for motorcycle track use, including supermoto and road‑legal bike events.

🏍️ Rider Experience & Why It Works

• Great for road‑legal machines: The “Bike Attack” format lets you spin laps on your road-legal bike with just a licence and MOT—no slicks or warmers allowed, perfect for beginners and A2 riders.

• Cheap & flexible: Sessions of 10 minutes cost just £16, or £41 for 3 sessions—the cheapest UK trackday format available. Runs typically from 2 pm–8 pm, with ability to switch groups mid-event.

• Skill-building layout: Lots of technical corners—including Conrod Straight, Coward’s Summit, Paddock Bend, Lucy’s Valley and the Esses—perfect for honing handling, braking, and smooth transition skills.

⚠️ Limitations & Considerations

• Too small for big bikes: 600cc+ liter bikes may feel restricted in pace and space. The layout is best suited to smaller machines and slow paced learning.

• Minimal facilities: There’s no garage power or fuel on-site, so plan accordingly. Just a café, toilets, and limited infrastructure.

• Noise limits: Static cap ~105 dB, drive-by ~98 dB—decibel testing is present and enforced.

🔑 Riding Strategy & Key Sections

• Conrod Straight → Paddock Bend: Hard braking depth exercise followed by a sweeping right-hander. Late apex gets you momentum into Rogerson’s loop.

• Lunar Bend & Valley → Joey Dunlop Corner: Tight 180° right, then climb uphill into a left hairpin. Smooth throttle and precision line bring exit speed for the back complex.

• The Esses & Lucy’s Valley: Short quick transitions—good for practicing smooth body shift and vision line.

• Back Loop climb (Coward’s Summit): Rolling uphill after Rogerson’s Straight; throttle control key for traction heading back onto the straight.

This track rewards precision, smooth throttle control, braking accuracy, and vision rather than raw power.

🛠️ Setup & Riding Tips

• No tyre‑warmers allowed—warm-up carefully. It’s a short, technical track where consistent smoothness matters more than outright speed.

• Brakes: Frequent short braking zones—use fresh fluid and practice trail-brake on slower corners.

• Suspension/Bike Setup: Snap response and handling agility trump outright stability—soft‑medium compression with responsive pickup works best.

• Rider posture: Stay compact through tight corners, focus on vision lines—apex and exit markers over chasing others.

🧭 Event Format & Logistics

• Bike Attack Days:

  • Road‑legal only; open to full or A2 licence holders.

  • Drop-in 10-minute sessions: £16 for single, £41 for three segments.

  • Runs afternoon/evening; riders can shift between novice or advanced classes during the day.

• ACU Test or Trackday Events:

  • 2‑hour structured sessions available via Preston & District MCC; riders need ACU licence.

  • Typically £35 for members. These offer supervised and timed riding in small groups.

• Facilities:

  • No garages, electrical or fuel available on-site.

  • Café, toilets, paddock parking; camping not permitted. Nearest hotels in Wigan and Ashton.

✅ Who It’s Suitable For

• Novice riders wanting to trial track riding on their road bikes safely and affordably.

• Intermediate or returning riders practicing brake markers, slow-speed transitions, throttle control.

• Small-capacity bike users (e.g. 125–500cc) testing basics of line, vision, and confidence rather than big-bike power.

📌 Pro Tips

1. Watch onboard laps or circuit walkthroughs beforehand to visualise braking and apex points.

2. Use your first session gently—assess grip and braking markers before pushing.

3. Focus on smooth lines and vision over lean angle or speed—this layout rewards stability.

4. Skip slicks and tyre warmers—your road bike should be legal and simple in setup.

5. Bring your own snacks, fuel, tools, tyre pressure gauge—onsite support is minimal.