2026 BTCC Donington Park GP | Automotive Experience
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2026 BTCC Donington Park GP
Derby, Derbyshire, United Kingdom2026-08-22 to 2026-08-23
About This Event
The UK's premier motor racing series since 1958 — three touring car races on the full 4.02km Grand Prix layout at Donington Park. A clockwise circuit through twelve corners including the Craner Curves, with elevation changes and heavy braking zones between Redgate and the Old Hairpin.
What to Expect
Saturday qualifying race determines grid for first main race
National-level one-make support categories complement three BTCC races
Hollywood Grandstand views Redgate scrambles and Craner Curves action
Infield access through tunnels at paddock, Esses and Coppice
Free pit walk during lunch break on main race day
Best Way to Experience It
Hollywood Grandstand watches Redgate scrambles before Craner Curves, with views to Old Hairpin
TOCA LIVE radio on 94.3FM provides live commentary and interviews throughout
Good to Know
General public parking free of charge
Support package features national-level one-make racing
Children under 13 admitted free; those aged 13-15 receive discounted admission
Advance booking closes Thursday before event weekend
Is This Event Right For You?
Best fit if you enjoy championship racing — 69th season rounds 19-21 with three races per day across August Bank Holiday weekend, reversed-grid race three format creates varied competition, points implications throughout.
Best fit if you value historic venues — Donington Park's 4.02km Grand Prix layout featuring legendary Craner Curves sweepers, elevation changes through 12 corners, returned to BTCC calendar 2023 after 21-year absence.
Best fit if you like passionate fan atmosphere — Family-friendly touring car culture with free under-13s entry, 85% of spectators earn £30,000+ annually, 40% purchase team merchandise, trackside paddock access encouraged.
Not ideal if you prefer multi-class or open-wheel racing — Single-class touring car championship without prototype or formula car variety, focuses on production-based saloon competition rather than purpose-built race car hierarchy.
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