Media students from Wiltshire College & University Centre captured high-speed action and behind-the-scenes footage at Castle Combe Circuit’s annual pre-season media day.
The event, part of Castle Combe Racing Club’s pre-season media activity, gave students access to the paddock, pit lane, and trackside areas, where they created content for the club and their own professional portfolios.
Students Thalia Tuck, Callum Hillier, Harris Eastman, Vitalii Yahoda, and Sam Budgell attended the day, supported by media technician Frankie Broadhead.
Callum Hillier, 17, from Calne, said: "It was a really welcoming environment and we were treated like professionals.
"I developed my camera skills and learned new techniques I can use in future work, but also became more confident speaking to people and taking photos in public."
The group captured a variety of content, from dramatic on-track shots to candid moments of teams and drivers preparing behind the scenes.
For 17-year-old Sam Budgell from Devizes, the opportunity was a standout moment in his studies.
He said: "It was so much fun and felt like combining two of my interests.
"Being able to get so close to the cars and drivers and capture content throughout the day was incredible.
"It made me feel like a professional."
Alongside technical skills, students also honed professional abilities such as communication, confidence, and working effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic setting.
Vitalii Yahoda, 18, from Corsham, said: "There was so much energy.
"Everyone was working on cars, driving or taking photos.
"I learned more about camera settings and really enjoyed being part of that environment."
The media day forms part of Castle Combe Racing Club’s preparations for the 2026 season, bringing together teams, drivers, and media to generate content and build anticipation ahead of the racing calendar.
Cat Dall’Occo, racing club manager at Castle Combe, said: "The value of a media day is huge.
"It’s about supporting each other and celebrating a shared passion for motorsport."
The college described the day as a valuable opportunity for students to gain real industry experience.
Kate Samways, deputy head of creative arts, media and performance at Wiltshire College & University Centre, said: "This was a great opportunity for our students to work alongside media professionals and capture content in a live environment."
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