Brands Britannia returns for a summer Bank Holiday celebration of the British motoring industry!
The Kent circuit will commemorate the country's greatest automotive achievements with a 'Great British race-off' and a gleaming display featuring the best-loved UK manufacturers.
The Classic Sports Car Club (CSCC) will bring retro track action to the Indy, circuit with fabulous grids of classic cars dating back to the 1950s.
Group C demos - British motorsport will be celebrated further with appearances from the famous Silk Cut liveried 1988 Jaguar XJR-9 (number 22 car) and 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 from the heyday of Group C racing. In addition, the Jaguar Heritage Trust will be attending with the famous 1988 Le Mans winning Jaguar XJR-9 (number 2 car).
Display vehicle applications are now closed
Tickets will be available on the gate
Under 13s Go Free!
Brands Britannia
Monday 26 August 2024
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Adult Ages 16 and above
£26.00 Gate Only
Teen Ages 13 - 15
£16.00 Gate Only
Senior Citizen Ages 65 and above
£21.00 Gate Only
PLEASE NOTE: Advance booking closed at 16:00 Thursday 22 August. If you haven’t received your ticket(s) please contact us. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an Adult.
Programme
Save money and order your souvenir race programme in advance. Simply claim it on the day from one of our selected programme booths or circuit shops.
£6.00 Gate Only
Southbank Parking
All general parking outside the venue is free of charge. Infield parking on Southbank (opposite the rear of the garages) is £5 per car, subject to availability. You will need to download a pass in advance by clicking here. Please note that motorcycles are not permitted.
£5.00 Gate Only
Enjoy a great view from the Paddock Hill grandstand. Seating is available on a first-come first-served basis.
FREE GRANDSTAND SEATING
Paddock Hill grandstand provides an ideal location to watch the start line action, as the field jostle for position heading into the first corner. The sweeping curves of Paddock Hill and Druids Hairpin are key places for breath-taking manoeuvres and dramatic incidents!
Adult
FREE
Under 16
FREE
CSCC Jaguar Championship
The CSCC Jaguar championship is for most production based saloon and GT models.
CSCC Lackford Sprites & Midgets
The only exclusively 'Spridget' race championship in the UK.
CSCC JMC Racing Special Saloons & Modsports
Races for Special Saloons, Super Saloons, Thundersaloons & Modsports racing cars.
CSCC Advantage Motorsport Future Classics
The Future Classics series is for Sports, Saloons and GT cars (with doors) from the 1970s and 1980s.
CSCC Morgan Challenge
A well-established Championship, open to all 4-wheeled Morgans.
CSCC MG Trophy
The CSCC MG Trophy is a one make championship for the MG ZR and the MG3.
CSCC Gold Arts Magnificent Sevens
The Gold Arts Magnificent Sevens series is for cars based on the Lotus Seven Series 3 design, including Caterham, Lotus, Westfield, MK, Tiger, Dax, Stuart Taylor, Raw, Locost or similar type cars.
CSCC Adams & Page Swinging 60s
The crowd-pleasing Swinging Sixties series is for all Sports, Saloons and GT cars originally produced in the 1950s and 1960', with cars up to end of 1977 running on carburetors.
CSCC Mintex Classic K
The Mintex Classic K series is for pre 1966 GT and Touring cars running to FIA Appendix K
CSCC Mike Hawthorn Jaguar Challenge
The CSCC Mike Hawthorn Jaguar Challenge is a series for various pre-1961 Jaguar cars, running to FIA Appendix K specification, including Mk1, Mk2 and XK models.
Display Cars
Brands Hatch will play host to some of the greatest manufacturers in the world with a homage to British Marques. 100s of vehicles will be on display for the inaugural celebration of Britain.
Car Clubs
Alongside the 100s of private entries, British car clubs will fill the venue, so expect to see examples from Lotus to Mini, MG to McLaren and everything in-between.
1988 Le Mans Winning XJR-9 Group C
The Jaguar Heritage Trust are bringing their famous 1988 Le Mans winning Jaguar XJR-9 to display and demo on-circuit. This Le Mans winning Jaguar, driven by Jan Lammers, Johnny Dumfries and Andy Wallace, completed 394 laps and covered a distance of 5332.79km (3313.63 miles). Photo credit: Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust.
1989 Jaguar XJR-11 Group C
Another legendary Silk Cut-liveried Jaguar will feature at the event: the XJR-11. This was one of three examples built during the 1989 and 1990 seasons, and enjoyed three podium finishes during the 1990 campaign.
1988 Jaguar XJR-9 Group C
A famous Jaguar XJR-9 Group C car will be on display and is expected to take part in an on-track demo during the day. This instantly recognisable Silk Cut-liveried XJR-9 is the number 22 car, the second of the three that crossed the line together when Jaguar won Le Mans in 1988.
Supercar Display
It's not only the mass production cars that Britain is well known for - supercars will take centre-stage for a stunning display that will showcase McLaren, together with other GB marques.
Supercar Demo Arena 11 AM & 3 PM
A selection of supercars will be front, centre and live in the arena to drift, smoke and show off to the crowd.
McLaren Ascot
The British supercar giant McLaren will be showcased at Brands Britannia, get up close to these British brutes.
Aston Martin Sevenoaks
Aston Martin Sevenoaks will be attending Brands Britannia, exhibiting one of their latest 2024 models.
Jaguar Land Rover Tonbridge
One of the most iconic British car Manufacturers Jaguar Land Rover will be in attendance, alongside some of the brand's most renowned models.
Brands Bus Tours
Why not join us before the racing starts on a free tour around the track in partnership with Go Coaches? This will operate on a first-come first-served basis.
Jaguar Heritage Trust
The Jaguar Heritage Trust will be attending the event and will be on hand to answer questions on all things Jaguar related, as well as looking after the Le Mans winning XJR-9.
Vintage Bus Display
Brands Britannia will host a remarkable display of vintage buses, showcasing models ranging from the 1950s through to the late 1990s. These stalwarts of British life will be presented in all their glory, offering visitors a unique opportunity to witness the evolution of public transportation over four decades.
The Village Green
At the heart of every British village is its green, and the same will apply at Brands Britannia. Lawn games will be present throughout the day.
Army Reserve Display
The 103 Force Support Battalion, Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers (REME), will be represented by the 133 Divisional Recovery Company, with personnel and their military recovery truck in attendance.
Vintage Taxi Display
The London Vintage Taxi Association will be in attendance with a remarkable display of Vintage taxis throughout the years.
Kerri Layton - 12 PM
Kerri Layton will be live on the Village Green Music Stage performing some of Britain's most popular Swing, Jazz & Blues songs.
Livi Wollaston - 2 PM
Join Livi on the stage at 2 PM performing a wide range of songs famous British Hits!
Punch & Judy
Punch & Judy is a classic puppet show that has delighted audiences for centuries with its lively characters, slapstick humor, and timeless storylines. Don't miss the chance to see this classic British puppet show.
Showtimes: 11:00, 13:00, 15:00
Marlings Morris
The Marlings Morris will be in attendance throughout the day. Performances will take place across the venue during the day.
Grid Walk - 13:25
At lunch, join the grid walk which is open to all spectators, offering a unique opportunity to get out onto the Brands Hatch circuit before the engines start! Subject to schedule on the day.
British Track Parade
Once the racing has finished, 100s of Britain’s finest road cars will take to the track for a special parade, open to all clubs and individuals displaying vehicles within the venue.
Go Karting
You can also test your mettle with go-karting on a mini version of the Brands Hatch Indy circuit, located opposite the Megastore. £20 for ten minutes, open to those aged 8+, payable at the circuit.
YOUNGDRIVE TASTER SESSIONS
Kids aged 11-17 can get behind the wheel of a brand new, dual-controlled BMW 1 Series for a taster driving lesson on the Grand Prix loop. Sign-on is by the Hailwoods Restaurant. Charges apply.
Special Demos
Special demos will be taking place on-track during the lunchbreak, with more information to follow soon.
Free Parking
All general parking outside the venue is free of charge. Infield parking on Southbank (opposite the rear of the garages) is £5 per car, subject to availability. You will need to download a pass in advance by clicking here.
Adventure Playground
Check out the Brands Hatch adventure playground near the Kentagon restaurant, which has equipment for children of all ages from toddler to 14.
Whether you're entertaining clients or celebrating a special occasion with family and friends, a hospitality package offers an exhilarating day out in fabulous surroundings. For booking enquiries contact 01474 875224 or [email protected].
Hospitality Information
Why not make a weekend of it and stay on-site at Brands Hatch? We have a dedicated camping area - just a short stroll from the racetrack.
Ticket holders are welcome to camp free of charge from midday before the first day of the event until midday after the last day of the event, but limited facilities are available.
