West Kingsdown, Kent, United Kingdom2026-10-10 to 2026-10-11
About This Event
Run since 1958 as the British Saloon Car Championship — the UK's most popular touring car series, with Brands Hatch hosting more championship rounds than any other circuit across 69 years. The season finale on the 3.9km Grand Prix layout, where the title is decided over three races on the full circuit's 11 corners and dramatic elevation changes through the natural amphitheatre.
What to Expect
Three races on Sunday following Saturday qualifying race
Reverse-grid race creates unpredictable outcomes and close battles
Support series include Porsche Carrera Cup, F4, MINI CHALLENGE and Legends Cars
Paddock Hill Bend features blind uphill approach to off-camber apex beyond crest
Free pit walk and autograph session Sunday morning from 9am for 30 minutes
Best Way to Experience It
Paddock Hill Grandstand top rows offer best circuit coverage with almost full-lap visibility
Bridge before Druids hairpin provides interior viewing from Graham Hill Bend to Druids
Grandstand upgrades available on-site including Paddock Hill and Pit Straight options
Good to Know
Main spectator parking free of charge at venue entrance
Shuttle bus operates from Swanley station on Sunday with return service
Children under 13 enter free when accompanied by adult
Circuit operates under curfew with racing engines permitted between 8:30am and 6:30pm
Is This Event Right For You?
Best fit if you enjoy championship finales — 69th BTCC season concludes with title-deciding triple-header Sunday at Brands Hatch GP, new-for-2026 Saturday qualifying race adds fourth competitive session to weekend.
Best fit if you value motorsport heritage — UK's oldest continuous touring car series since 1958, Brands Hatch hosted more BTCC rounds than any circuit, natural amphitheatre setting with Paddock Hill Bend 8% gradient, Pilgrim's Drop 7% drops.
Best fit if you enjoy multi-race formats — Four competitive sessions across two days, Saturday qualifying race determines Sunday grid, three 20-lap main races Sunday afternoon, consistent action throughout weekend rather than single feature race.
Not ideal if you prefer summer motorsport conditions — October finale brings 10-16°C temperatures, 14 rainy days typical for month in Kent, contrast to April-September rounds with warmer weather, more comfortable outdoor spectating.
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Permanent CircuitCar DisplayTwo-Day EventMulti-Day EventPublic Transit AccessConcertMerchandisePit Lane WalkBeginner FriendlyDriver Autograph SessionVIP HospitalityBarFood Villagelivestream availablePaddock AccessFestival AtmosphereFamily FriendlyMulti-Race Format
