We're looking forward to welcoming ticketholders to the Masters Historic Festival at Brands Hatch this weekend (30/31 May). Here is everything you need to know ahead of making your trip to the venue.

Gate opening times
Public admission to the circuit is from 8am on both days. Please have your tickets ready upon arrival.

How to get here
Please click here for directions to the venue.

Special Commemorative Programme
Official A4 Souvenir programmes, featuring details of the event and celebrating the storied history of the circuit as it marks its 100th anniversary, will be available for just £10 from the Megastore, the Colin Chapman Way Kiosk, and programme booths at the entrance gates.

Century of Power merchandise
Head to Chapman’s Kiosk or the Megastore by Paddock Hill Bend to purchase a range of limited-edition shirts, caps and accessories that commemorate the 100th anniversary of Brands Hatch in 2026.

Timetable
Click here to download a timetable for this weekend's event.

Venue Map
Click here to download a map of the venue.

Parking information 
Parking is free of charge in the main spectator car parks, located by the main entrance off the A20 (London Road). These will be well signposted.

Please note that Southbank parking (the grassed area opposite the rear of the pit garages) is £10 per car, per day. Places will be allotted on a first come, first served basis. Places will be allotted on a first come, first served basis. 

Blue badge holders should follow public signage for disabled parking, or alternatively speak to a member of staff on arrival. Please click here to view information for disabled guests. 

Tickets
Additional tickets will be available on the gate. Please click here for more information.

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.

In the unlikely event yours haven't arrived in time, contact us urgently during midweek office hours on [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 or downloaded before arriving at the gate. 

Camping
Camping is available for relevant ticketholders on-site from midday on Friday (29 May) until midday on Monday (1 June). This is FREE but only limited facilities are available.

You must have a valid weekend admission ticket/pass and camping ticket(s) to be allowed onto the campsite. Please note that electrical hook-up is not available anywhere on the campsite.

Williams F1 display 
Two special Williams Formula 1 cars, raced to victory by Nigel Mansell in the final two Grands Prix at Brands Hatch in 1985 and 1986, will appear in a special display at the venue. Fans can take a closer look at these cars in the display area close to the Brabham/Stewart suites on the Colin Chapman Way thoroughfare.

Interview stage (Sunday)
The interview stage is located in the main spectator area between the Paddock Hill grandstand and the Brabham Stewart building.

12:00 - Zak Brown (CEO of McLaren Racing and Team Owner of United Autosports)
13:00 - Stefan Johansson (ex-Formula 1 driver) 

Interview timings are subject to change.

Motorsport News
Copies of the weekly Motorsport News paper are now available to buy at Brands Hatch in the circuit’s shops and restaurants for just £4.50.

Grandstand seats
Grandstand viewing upgrades are available from the circuit Megastore at Paddock Hill at the following prices, subject to availability:
 
Paddock Hill Saturday: £10 adults / £8 under-16s
Paddock Hill Sunday (category 1): Sold out
Paddock Hill Sunday (category 2): £15 adults / £10 under-16s

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. 

Trade sites
There will be a variety of trade sites selling merchandise, souvenirs and other motorsport related paraphernalia along Colin Chapman Way. 

Radio Brands 88.3FM 
Radio Brands will be broadcasting live commentary, interviews and spectator information throughout the weekend. 

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 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.

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 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.