We're looking forward to welcoming spectators to Brands Hatch for the annual Mini Festival this Sunday (6 August). Here is some useful information to help you make the most of your trip to the venue.
Gate opening times
Gates are open to the public from 9am on Sunday.
Timetable
Click here to download the on-track timetable.
Venue map
Click here to view a map of the event.
How to get here
Please click here for directions to the venue.
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 that Southbank parking (the grass slope opposite the rear of the pit garages) is £5 per car. Places will be allotted on a first come, first served basis.
Blue badge holders should follow public signage for disabled parking or alternatively please speak to a member of staff on arrival.
Tickets
All advance sales have now closed. Tickets will be available on the gate at the following prices:
Adults: £25
Teen (13-15): £15
Senior Citizens: £20
Under-13s: FREE
Please use card or contactless payments where possible.
If you have chosen to have 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 at [email protected].
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 - you must have your e-tickets printed or scanned from a mobile device.
Please have your tickets separated before arriving at the gate.
Camping
Ticket holders are welcome to camp free of charge from 12pm on Saturday 5 August until 12pm on Monday 7 August, but limited facilities are available during this time. Please head to the main entrance on arrival and you will be directed from there.
Additional attractions
- Mini Car Club Displays – Mini clubs once again take centre stage lining the venue with their diverse collections of Minis and MINIs. It's set to be our biggest-ever Mini display!
- Mini Stunt Show – Come and watch two thrilling Mini Stunt Shows by Stunt Drive UK. These will take place at 11.30am and 3.10pm
- Mini Cooper S Celebration – Hosted by Swiftune, the 60th anniversary celebration of the Mini Cooper S will be an experience to savour
- Grid Walk – Join the free lunchtime grid walk to meet the drivers and see the race cars up-close
??????? - Mini Track Parade – Hundreds of Minis from the display areas will take to the track for a spectacular parade after the day’s racing
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Grandstand seats
Paddock Hill grandstand will be open on Sunday, with some tickets still available to purchase from the Megastore on the day (while stocks remain). These are priced at £15 each for adults and £10 each for under-16s.
Programmes
Official event programmes will be on sale from the Megastore, Colin Chapman Way Kiosk and at the entrance gates for just £6.
Radio Brands 88.3FM
Radio Brands will be broadcasting live commentary, interviews and spectator information throughout the weekend. Earpiece radios will be on sale from the Megastore.
Children's wristbands
Please pick up one of our free children's wristbands from 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.
Gazebos and other structures
You are welcome to bring small, open fronted tents and other small outdoor structures (without sides) to general spectator areas, but we reserve the right to take down larger gazebos and other similar temporary structures if we consider them dangerous, or they obscure the views of others. Please be considerate to those around you and speak to a member of staff if you have any concerns.
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.
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.
No dogs/animals permitted on site
No animals are permitted anywhere on site, with the exception of guide/assistance dogs. Please contact our call centre on 0344 225 4422 or email [email protected] during office opening times to advise if you will be bringing a guide/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 public areas of the venue.
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.