We're looking forward to welcoming fans to the Brands Hatch Trucks and Fireworks event this weekend (5/6 November). Here is some useful information, which will help you make the most of your trip to the circuit.
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 ticket or season/residents pass.
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 is SOLD OUT on Sunday and will not be available on the gate.
Blue badge holders should follow public signage for disabled parking, or alternatively speak to a member of staff on arrival.
Leaving the venue on Sunday
Please be aware that with a significant sell-out crowd on Sunday, it's inevitable that there will be some delays whilst leaving the venue. 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 is no rush to leave straight away though, as we've arranged for our food outlets and the funfair to remain open for at least an hour following the fireworks display. There will also be an official 'after party' in the entertainment tent, with headline entertainment from a Bruno Mars tribute act. All are welcome!
Shuttle bus
We are operating a dedicated shuttle bus service from Swanley railway station on Sunday. This is just £5 for a return trip with free travel for under-13s.
The first bus leaves Swanley at 8am and the last leaves the circuit at 8pm.
Camping
The paid campsite will open at midday on Friday 4 November and close at midday on Monday 7 November. Weekend ticket holders who haven't pre-booked camping can pay on the gate. Adults are £35, 13s-15s £20 and under-13s FREE.
You must have a valid weekend admission ticket/pass and camping ticket(s) to be allowed onto the campsite.
Timetable
Click here to download a timetable for this weekend's event.
Venue map
Please click here to download a venue map
Weather Forecast
Please keep an eye on the weather forecast and make sure you come prepared for potentially wet conditions.
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 £20, 13-15-year-olds £13, Senior Citizens £16. 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 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 before arriving at the gate.
Grandstand seats
An extremely limited number of Grandstand seats are available at the following prices from the Megastore by Paddock Hill Bend:
- Paddock Hill Saturday: £10
- Paddock Hill Sunday: Adults £20 and under-16s £15
- Pit Straight Sunday: Adults £15 and under-16s £10
- Hailwoods Sunday: £10
- Desire Wilson Sunday: £10
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, approx. 17:15
Keep your eyes on the skies following the racing on Sunday, as one of the leading fireworks displays in south eastern 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.
Funfair rides
All day 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 24K Bruno
Sunday evening after fireworks, approx. 17:30/17:45
There's no reason to leave immediately following the fireworks, as the entertainment will continue at the after party. Located in the entertainment tent, this will be headlined by a top Bruno Mars tribute act.
Bluey and Bingo
Sunday
Bluey and Bingo are coming to Brands Hatch! Come and see them at
intervals on Sunday. There's also a chance to join in with their
fun-filled activities, so don't forget your cameras!
Entertainment tent
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.
Truck parade and display
Sunday
The venue will be lined with special show trucks all weekend, including some of the best presented road models currently in UK fleet operation. 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.
Mini Movie Trucks and Mini Movie Trucks
Saturday and Sunday
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.
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 £15 for ten
minutes, payable at the karting circuit.
Programmes
Official event programmes are on sale from programme booths and the Megastore for just £5 per copy. Each programme contains exclusive features, details about this weekend's event, plus entry lists and other useful information.
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.
Radio Brands 87.7FM
Radio Brands will be broadcasting live commentary, interviews and spectator information throughout the weekend. Earpiece radios will be on sale from the Megastore.
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.
Mobiloo
A Mobiloo 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. See www.mobiloo.org.uk for further information.
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] 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