Overall Beermountain Rating 
We rate this as four bottles owing to its very well managed facilities.
We rate this as four bottles owing to its very well managed facilities.
Camper Profile
Discerning Brits looking for on site camping but in a safe and well supported environment.
Discerning Brits looking for on site camping but in a safe and well supported environment.
Beermountain Special Award
Clean toilet award.
Clean toilet award.
Current Issues
Only the non First Tickets clientele outside the perimeter fence.
OUR RATINGS
Only the non First Tickets clientele outside the perimeter fence.
OUR RATINGS
CATEGORY
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RATING
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COMMENTS
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OVERALL
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A FINE CAMPSITE
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SECURITY
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PRIVATE SITE WITH NO ISSUES
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TOILETS / SHOWERS
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AS GOOD AS THEY GET
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NOISE
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YES, MORE FROM CAMPERS ON ACO SITE
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ATMOSPHERE
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RELAXED, STRUCTURED
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Summary
NOW AT Beausejour Camping.
Beermountain friendly Le Mans camping specialist operator. Offers different sized plots and both self catering and fully catered camping with a large marquee for eating, drinking and watching the race on TV. Host of the Beermountain Annual Member's Meeting.
Pros:
Proven arrangements and logistics, fixed size so no surprises.
Highly efficient (but relaxed style) from British team.
Cons:
It is situated inside a normal campsite and those outside the fence cannot be controlled.
Location:
Situated within the ACO's Beausejour campsite.
Our reviews:
2025 review from Martin F:
To put this into context I started going to LM in 1988 and was hooked...only missed 2 covid years. In the past I have stayed at Houx, Houx Annexe, Maison Blanche, Expo, Camping Blue and more recently Beausejour. Not because I like Beausejour, but because I can't stand the lack of security at other campsites, I'd rather be in the 1st Ticket enclosure within Beausejour, primarily because I'm more likely to go home with the bicycle I came with...more on that later. I'm also getting on a bit too so it was with trepidation we booked Beausejour. I had always considered it to be too far away from the action for my poor knees, but the pull of the 1st Ticket enclave (Stalag 1st) was too strong. Age also means comfort...I no longer do the Bear Grills experience, I need a bigger tent, one you can stand up in, a proper camp bed taking you off the ground, squishy pillows etc. meaning I have no room in my car for bikes. 2025 we got to Beausejour around midday on Wednesday and were greeted by jobsworth security who insisted on having me open my boot but with no rummaging etc. (they have to be seen to be doing their job I suppose!). We were eventually beckoned through and on to the 1st Tickets entrance. We were then guided in by the 1st Tickets staff to our pre-booked pitches. The ground is grassy and flat and perfect for camping. We were worried that because it was so big, we'd be exposed to the wind but all was OK. 1st tickets provide a large marquee (beer tent) where you can have pre booked breakfast and evening meals, they have 2 TV's on the go to watch the race and other events such as footie, rugby etc. the toilets and showers nearby are cleaned on a regular basis and have hot and cold water. They also put on talks (Aston martin racing drivers, Radio LM etc. which are informative, interesting and good humoured) It's a place to rest, have a bevvy, get away from the sun/rain and enjoy the friendly atmosphere of the fellow campers and the staff. We were told about the bike hire facility and took full advantage of that, hiring bikes for 3 days, making distance to anything an irrelevance. The bikes were comfortable and came with locks etc. so that was my main concern dealt with. Now in 38 years, I have to confess there are still things I haven't done. One of them was the discovery that from the campsite, it's only a short bike ride to Porsche Curves, which is a good spot to watch from the banking. The walk to the start of the pits was probably around 20 minutes and actually, was far better than I was expecting and a walk to Arnage (corner and town) is not beyond the realms of this old fella with arthritic knees either. So what do I think of the Beausejour enclave? I'll be returning this year and for as long as the secure enclosure is there. It is more expensive than a normal campsite, but for me it is worth the extra that you get. The toilets, showers, hot water, and beer tent for restbite are an absolute boon. Bike hire is not cheap either but reasonable for what it is and the bikes are OK. Special shout out to 1st Tickets and the team. They are well organised and help to make the event!
Older reviews:
2016 review from Mr Andy G:
Brian's 1st tickets was again 5 stars - clean, dry from mud, very well run with a sense of humour and secure. But you would get that anywnere. BM banners made excellent windbreaks.
Longets queue for shower 15 secoonds on Sunday Am, and for a "Daily Mail " session about a minute ( nice soft toilet roll, air freshner and soap too)
Brian's been doing this for 10 years and look forward to many more
2015 review from Mr Maxuk2009:
1st Tickets has been the home of Team Rhino for the last 3 years. Excellent facilities, toilets, showers and a beer marquee. Security is excellent and the 1st Tickets staff are very helpful and friendly. The Boss runs a tight ship (which is good !!). Food is also excellent and takes away the issues of what are we going to eat later on in the week leading up to the race. 5 bottles all round from me.
2014 review from Mr Andy G
Brian is the true messiah of LM camping. His set up is clean, highly secure and yobbo free (we have seen him throw people out). Pitches are big and he puts BM people together. His marquee has a variety of beer, including British ales, and he also offers a catered for package full board. It’s a haven when its raining with timing screens and TVs! His team are friendly but not too serious. Five stars for self catering.
What they say:
Based on the success of the changes we made to the site to improve your stay, our campsite now has the following: Larger pitches - a Standard pitch will now be 40m2 (4m x 10m) and a large pitch will be 60m2 (6m x 10m). Wi-Fi access for all. Revised food menu, with "British" baked beans! More Showers (16 unisex + 2 Female), to help with the morning ablution rush.
The area is shared with the Pistonheaders and Aston Martin Owners club and will continue to have a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. So if you are looking for somewhere safe, secure and want to be amongst like minded people you should come and join us
Link to their website
Our reviews:
2025 review from Martin F:
To put this into context I started going to LM in 1988 and was hooked...only missed 2 covid years. In the past I have stayed at Houx, Houx Annexe, Maison Blanche, Expo, Camping Blue and more recently Beausejour. Not because I like Beausejour, but because I can't stand the lack of security at other campsites, I'd rather be in the 1st Ticket enclosure within Beausejour, primarily because I'm more likely to go home with the bicycle I came with...more on that later. I'm also getting on a bit too so it was with trepidation we booked Beausejour. I had always considered it to be too far away from the action for my poor knees, but the pull of the 1st Ticket enclave (Stalag 1st) was too strong. Age also means comfort...I no longer do the Bear Grills experience, I need a bigger tent, one you can stand up in, a proper camp bed taking you off the ground, squishy pillows etc. meaning I have no room in my car for bikes. 2025 we got to Beausejour around midday on Wednesday and were greeted by jobsworth security who insisted on having me open my boot but with no rummaging etc. (they have to be seen to be doing their job I suppose!). We were eventually beckoned through and on to the 1st Tickets entrance. We were then guided in by the 1st Tickets staff to our pre-booked pitches. The ground is grassy and flat and perfect for camping. We were worried that because it was so big, we'd be exposed to the wind but all was OK. 1st tickets provide a large marquee (beer tent) where you can have pre booked breakfast and evening meals, they have 2 TV's on the go to watch the race and other events such as footie, rugby etc. the toilets and showers nearby are cleaned on a regular basis and have hot and cold water. They also put on talks (Aston martin racing drivers, Radio LM etc. which are informative, interesting and good humoured) It's a place to rest, have a bevvy, get away from the sun/rain and enjoy the friendly atmosphere of the fellow campers and the staff. We were told about the bike hire facility and took full advantage of that, hiring bikes for 3 days, making distance to anything an irrelevance. The bikes were comfortable and came with locks etc. so that was my main concern dealt with. Now in 38 years, I have to confess there are still things I haven't done. One of them was the discovery that from the campsite, it's only a short bike ride to Porsche Curves, which is a good spot to watch from the banking. The walk to the start of the pits was probably around 20 minutes and actually, was far better than I was expecting and a walk to Arnage (corner and town) is not beyond the realms of this old fella with arthritic knees either. So what do I think of the Beausejour enclave? I'll be returning this year and for as long as the secure enclosure is there. It is more expensive than a normal campsite, but for me it is worth the extra that you get. The toilets, showers, hot water, and beer tent for restbite are an absolute boon. Bike hire is not cheap either but reasonable for what it is and the bikes are OK. Special shout out to 1st Tickets and the team. They are well organised and help to make the event!
Older reviews:
2016 review from Mr Andy G:
Brian's 1st tickets was again 5 stars - clean, dry from mud, very well run with a sense of humour and secure. But you would get that anywnere. BM banners made excellent windbreaks.
Longets queue for shower 15 secoonds on Sunday Am, and for a "Daily Mail " session about a minute ( nice soft toilet roll, air freshner and soap too)
Brian's been doing this for 10 years and look forward to many more
2015 review from Mr Maxuk2009:
1st Tickets has been the home of Team Rhino for the last 3 years. Excellent facilities, toilets, showers and a beer marquee. Security is excellent and the 1st Tickets staff are very helpful and friendly. The Boss runs a tight ship (which is good !!). Food is also excellent and takes away the issues of what are we going to eat later on in the week leading up to the race. 5 bottles all round from me.
2014 review from Mr Andy G
Brian is the true messiah of LM camping. His set up is clean, highly secure and yobbo free (we have seen him throw people out). Pitches are big and he puts BM people together. His marquee has a variety of beer, including British ales, and he also offers a catered for package full board. It’s a haven when its raining with timing screens and TVs! His team are friendly but not too serious. Five stars for self catering.
What they say:
Based on the success of the changes we made to the site to improve your stay, our campsite now has the following: Larger pitches - a Standard pitch will now be 40m2 (4m x 10m) and a large pitch will be 60m2 (6m x 10m). Wi-Fi access for all. Revised food menu, with "British" baked beans! More Showers (16 unisex + 2 Female), to help with the morning ablution rush.
The area is shared with the Pistonheaders and Aston Martin Owners club and will continue to have a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. So if you are looking for somewhere safe, secure and want to be amongst like minded people you should come and join us
Link to their website
