54TH BRSCC FORMULA FORD FESTIVAL

The 54th BRSCC Formula Ford Festival returns to the iconic Brands Hatch Indy Circuit, cementing its reputation as the BRSCC’s blue-riband event and one of the most prestigious single-seater festivals in global motorsport. For over half a century, the Festival has been the proving ground for countless racing stars, with legendary names like Ayrton Senna, Johnny Herbert, and Jenson Button among those who have graced its grids. Each year, the Festival attracts the best Formula Ford drivers from the UK and beyond, creating a melting pot of talent, ambition, and fierce competition.

This year’s event promises another chapter of high-octane action – the Festival format, with its knockout-style heats, semifinals, and the all-important Grand Final, ensures drama at every turn. Wheel-to-wheel battles, daring overtakes, and nail-biting finishes are the hallmark of the Formula Ford Festival, making it a must-see event for any motorsport fan. As the sun sets on Sunday evening, one driver will join the ranks of racing legends by claiming the coveted Festival crown.

Beyond the racing, the Formula Ford Festival offers an electric atmosphere both on and off the track. From the camaraderie in the paddock to the roar of the crowd at Paddock Hill Bend, it’s an unmissable celebration of motorsport heritage and future talent.

There’s a strong support timetable competing over the weekend, too. The BRSCC Fiesta Junior Championship concludes its 2025 season alongside the Formula Ford Festival, bringing young drivers aged 14-17 to the spotlight. These rising stars will showcase their talent as precision and racecraft are key. Every corner and straight will matter as these future motorsport heroes aim to finish their season on a high.

The turbocharged powerhouses of the AIRTEC Motorsport Fiesta ST240 Championship also return to Brands Hatch for their season finale. With 240bhp under the bonnet, these hot hatches will thrive on this speed bowl style circuit. Expect aggressive racing and bold overtakes as the championship contenders leave nothing on the table in their pursuit of glory.

The ST240s’ naturally aspirated hot hatch counterparts of the Vinyl Detail Fiesta ST150 Challenge are another to take to Brands Hatch for their final round of the season. Renowned for their evenly matched performance, the ST150s deliver close-quarters racing that keeps fans on the edge of their seats. There will be plenty of hotspots for action as drivers battle for the final points of the year.

The combined grid of the Fix A Wheel Production Cup, featuring the Silverlake DS3 Cup,  closes its 2025 campaign at Brands Hatch with a spectacular display of multi-class racing. From the compact DS3s to other hot hatches and production saloons, the grid offers variety and excitement at every corner. There’s sure to be competition aplenty across every class on this grid in their final outing of the year.

The CMMC Super Saloons and Tin Tops bring their thrilling mix of high-powered saloons and nimble hatchbacks to Brands Hatch for their 2025 finale. Known for its diverse grid, this series showcases everything from classic touring cars to modern hot hatches, creating an unmissable spectacle. With drivers battling for final honors, expect bold overtakes, fierce duels, and plenty of door-to-door action.