We're looking forward to welcoming ticketholders to the Brands Hatch Trucks and Fireworks event in association with Dynes this weekend (2/3 November). Here is some useful information to help you make the most of your trip to the circuit.
JUST A REMINDER THE FIREWORKS DISPLAY TAKES PLACE ON SUNDAY (ONLY)
Gate opening times
Public admission to the circuit is from 8.00am on both days. Please have your tickets ready upon arrival.
Sunday is SOLD OUT : no-one should travel to the circuit unless they are in possession of a valid admission ticket or season/residents' pass.
How to get here
Please click here for directions to the circuit.
Parking information
Parking is free of charge in the main spectator car parks, located by the main entrance off the A20. These will be well signposted.
Please note - parking spaces on Southbank, which has limited capacity due to the fireworks, have sold out for Sunday and will NOT be available on the day. No arrivals after 4pm.
Southbank disabled parking has also sold out. All disabled parking on the day will be in our other dedicated areas via the main entrance.
Infield parking on Southbank (opposite the rear of the garages) is £5 per car on Saturday.
You will need to download a pass in advance by clicking here .
Blue badge holders should follow public signage for disabled parking, or alternatively please speak to a member of staff upon arrival.
Leaving the venue on Sunday
Please be aware that with a significant sell-out crowd on Sunday, it's inevitable there will be delays whilst leaving the venue after the fireworks. We have implemented an in-depth traffic plan to reduce this as much as possible, but your patience and understanding will be greatly appreciated as we attempt to get you all back on the road.
There's no reason to leave immediately following the fireworks, as the entertainment will continue at the official after party, which is free to all. Located in the entertainment tent near the Airfield Entrance, this will be headlined by Abba Chique, an ABBA tribute act.
Shuttle bus (Sunday only)
The exclusive Brands Hatch Shuttle Bus Service will operate on Sunday 3 November from 8am-8pm between the circuit and Swanley Train Station. A return ticket costs £5 with free travel for under-13s
The first bus leaves Swanley at 8am and the last leaves the circuit at 8pm.
Click here for more information.
Timetable
Please click here to view this weekend's timetable.
Venue map
Please click here to download a map of the venue.
Camping
The paid campsite will open at midday on Friday 1 November and close at midday on Monday 4 November. Weekend ticket holders who haven't pre-booked camping can pay on the gate.
Adults are £38, 13s-15s £23 and under-13s FREE.
You must have a valid weekend admission ticket/pass and camping ticket(s) to be allowed onto the campsite.
Tickets
Tickets will be available on the gate on Saturday only. Sunday is sold out and tickets will not be on sale on the day.
Saturday: Adults £25, 13-15-year-olds £15, Senior Citizens £19. Under-13s go free.
If you have a pre-existing booking for an adult ticket, but didn't book tickets for children under 13, you don't need to do anything else. Simply arrive at the main gate with your adult tickets and your party will be admitted to the venue.
If you have chosen to have advance tickets posted (not print-at-home) you will need to bring the originals to the circuit as copies and receipts are not accepted. All advance tickets have now been dispatched and were sent by either Recorded or Special Delivery, meaning a signature is required.
If you haven't received them, contact us urgently during midweek office hours at [email protected]
Please have your tickets separated before arriving at the gate.
Print-at-home/e-tickets are emailed on the day of purchase. If you haven't received yours, you can access them by logging on to your MSV account . Your order confirmation email will not gain you admission to the venue - the e-tickets themselves must be printed, or scanned from a mobile device.
Programmes
Official event programmes are on sale from programme huts and the Megastore for £8. Each programme contains features, details about this weekend's event, plus entry lists and other useful information.
Grandstand seats
Grandstand viewing upgrades are available from the circuit Megastore at Paddock Hill at the following prices, subject to availability:
Paddock Hill Saturday: Adults £10, under-16s £10
Paddock Hill Sunday: Adults £20, under-16s £15
Pit Straight Sunday: Adults £15, under-16s £10
Hailwoods Sunday: Adults £15, under-16s £10
Desire Wilson Sunday: Adults £10, under-16s £10
Desire Wilson Covered Sunday: Sold out
Gazebos and other structures
You are welcome to bring small, open fronted tents and other small outdoor structures (without sides) to the general spectator areas, but we reserve the right to take down any larger gazebos and other similar temporary structures if we consider them dangerous. If they obscure the views of others we will ask you to relocate or remove the structure. Please be considerate to those around you and speak to a member of staff if you have any concerns.
OFF TRACK ENTERTAINMENT
This is much more than a race event, with plenty for people to see and enjoy away from the racing.
Fireworks - Sunday, some time after 17:15
Keep your eyes on the skies following the racing on Sunday, as one of the leading fireworks displays in south east England launches from the South Bank part of the venue. You can get great views of the display from most spectator areas around the Indy circuit. These will launch, darkness permitting, as soon as possible after 17:15.
Please note you are not permitted to bring your own fireworks or sparklers. Such items are confiscated at the bag search when entering the venue.
Funfair rides - Sunday
The paid funfair will be located within the Brands Hatch Fun Zone along Colin Chapman Way. These rides will be open for at least an hour following the fireworks display, there will be plenty of opportunities to enjoy an adrenaline rush well into the evening. Individual charges apply.
After party: Headlined by Abba Chique
Sunday evening after the fireworks, approx. 6pm
Free activities on Sunday
There will be lots to enjoy in the entertainment tent on Sunday, including a circus workshop and arts and crafts. Face painting will also be available at the same location in exchange for a small, charitable donation.
Showtruck displays - all weekend
The venue will be lined with special show trucks all weekend, including some of the best presented road models currently in UK fleet operation.
Truck Parade - Sunday
These big rigs will then take to the circuit for a special twilight convoy following the end of the racing on Sunday as a prelude to the evening fireworks display.
Slingshot Monster Truck rides - All weekend
Slingshot Monster Truck will be offering passenger rides throughout both days in a dedicated arena. Individual charges apply.
Mini Monster Trucks - All weekend
For a fee, anybody can have a go behind the wheel of a mini road truck or monster truck. These child-friendly activities will be available throughout the weekend.
Archery and Axe Throwing – Sunday
Take part in this amazing activity and learn to sling axes, tomahawks and archery at wooden targets in the woods past Hailwoods for free. Over-12s only.
YoungDrive! Taster Sessions - Sunday
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 at the Hailwoods Restaurant. These are priced at £30 per person.
Go Karting - Sunday
You can also test your mettle with go-karting on a mini version of the Brands Hatch Indy circuit, located opposite the Megastore. Karting is available for all those aged 8+ and costs £20 for ten minutes, payable at the karting circuit.
Here to help
Excellent customer service is important to us, and all our staff are trained to help you make the most of your visit to the circuit. Whether you need assistance to find a lost child or to locate a disabled toilet, please ask one of the many uniformed staff you will see throughout the venue.
Children's Wristbands
You're able to pick up one of our free children's wristbands from the programme sales huts or the Megastore. Write your name and phone number on the back of the wristband so we can contact you should you become separated from your child at any time.
Security
The safety and security of all our visitors is paramount, so please be aware you may be subject to bag searches and security checks at our venue. We would also politely ask, as an additional security measure, that you put luggage tags on all of your bags detailing your name and mobile number, so that it can be easily identified. Please do not leave your bag or personal belongings unattended at any time.
Disabled toilet facility
An accessible toilet will be available on Sunday. This includes an adult-sized changing bench, hoist and a friendly attendant. Please bring your own sling if you wish to use the hoist. Click here for further information.
No dogs/animals permitted on site
No animals are permitted anywhere on site, with the exception of guide dogs. Please contact us via [email protected] to advise if you will be bringing an assistance dog.
Scooters/bicycles - prohibited in public areas
Please note that use of personal two-wheeled vehicles, including scooters, e-scooters and bicycles, is strictly prohibited within all public areas of the venue.
Drones and flying objects - not permitted on site
The use of drones or other flying objects is strictly prohibited anywhere in the vicinity of Brands Hatch
Please respect our neighbours
We kindly ask that all ticketholders driving to the circuit this weekend drive or ride carefully and considerately both when travelling to and leaving the venue.