The Donington Classic Motorcycle Festival is a three-day bonanza of Classic Bike racing re-creating the sounds, sights and atmosphere of the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s on both two wheels and three. There will be over forty races over the three day including the fourth rounds of the FIM Europe Classic Championship, rounds of both ACU Classic Championships as well as rounds of the Lansdowne Cup Series for pure single cylinder 500cc Classics and CRMC Club Championship races.
This is an event for any motorcycle enthusiast. There will be 500-600 machines in the paddock taking to the track in races and parades making it the biggest Classic Bike Racing Event in the country and attracting riders from all over Europe.
As well as the fierce competition between hundreds of racing machines, there will be Grand Prix bike displays and demonstrations on circuit, and the Vintage Japanese Motorcycle Club will also be out in force. Star guests will also be available for autographs and selfies, including fan’s favourite - Steve Parrish.
Further event highlights include:
For a list of all the confirmed special guests, please CLICK HERE.
To view the event map, please CLICK HERE.
All tickets will be sent in a presentation gift wallet. Alternatively, choose our print-at-home option for admission tickets.
VIEW EVENT TIMETABLE GATE OPENING TIMES
| Friday (03/08/18) | 07:30 |
| Saturday (04/08/18) | 07:30 |
| Sunday (05/08/18) | 07:30 |
PLEASE NOTE: Advance booking closed at 12:00 Wednesday 01 August. If you haven’t received your ticket(s) please contact us. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an Adult.
Parking is free of charge for all public car parks and disabled car parks.
Star guests will be available for autographs and selfies, including fan’s favourite - Steve Parrish.
The Vintage Japanese Motorcycle Club will be out in force with displays on the GP loop.
The 297cc Honda 6 will be on display in the paddock.
The 1951 Moto Guzzi will be on display in the paddock
The 750cc Honda RC45 will be on display in the paddock.
The Suzuki TR750 will be on display in the paddock.
The 1953 Matchless G45 will be on display in the paddock.
Steve Wheatman’s Suzuki RG500 will be on display on the GP loop and ridden by ex-Moto 3 rider, Danny Webb in the Grand Prix bike parades.
The Norton ‘SG7’ race bike is derived from the V4 RR road bike and hand built at Norton’s Donington Hall factory. The bike was ridden at this year’s Isle of Man by Josh Brooks lapping at over 131mph in the Senior TT. Senior Motorcycle News Road tester Adam Child will be parading the bike on-track on Friday. (Photo credit: Motor Cycle News)
As well as the fierce competition between hundreds of racing machines, there will be Grand Prix bike displays in the paddock and demonstrations on circuit
Located in Upper Redgates. Includes privileged parking, entrance tickets into circuit and suite, morning coffee and breakfast rolls, two course hot buffet lunch, afternoon tea with sandwiches and cakes, complimentary bar serving wines, beers and soft drinks. There will be circuit TV coverage, free Wi-Fi available and you can enjoy access to a viewing terrace or balcony. Call 01332 819514 for bookings. Please note all bookings are subject to a postal fee.
Located in Upper Redgates. Includes privileged parking, entrance tickets into circuit and suite, morning coffee and breakfast rolls, two course hot buffet lunch, afternoon tea with sandwiches and cakes, complimentary bar serving wines, beers and soft drinks. There will be circuit TV coverage, free Wi-Fi available and you can enjoy access to a viewing terrace or balcony. Call 01332 819514 for bookings. Please note all bookings are subject to a postal fee.
Located in Upper Redgates. Includes privileged parking and entrance to the circuit and a suite in Upper Redgates). Each guest will receive a race programme and morning coffee with Danish Pastries on arrival, followed by a two course cold buffet lunch and a traditional afternoon tea with sandwiches and cakes. A pay bar is in operation within the suite and there will be circuit TV coverage, free Wi-Fi available and you can enjoy access to a viewing terrace or balcony. Call 01332 819514 for bookings. Please note all bookings are subject to a postal fee.
Located in Upper Redgates. Includes privileged parking and entrance to the circuit and a suite in Upper Redgates). Each guest will receive a race programme and morning coffee with Danish Pastries on arrival, followed by a two course cold buffet lunch and a traditional afternoon tea with sandwiches and cakes. A pay bar is in operation within the suite and there will be circuit TV coverage, free Wi-Fi available and you can enjoy access to a viewing terrace or balcony. Call 01332 819514 for bookings. Please note all bookings are subject to a postal fee.
Watch all the action in style from a weather-proof shared suite that overlooks the start/finish straight! Live timing screens and tea, coffee and biscuits all day are included. Does not include circuit admission. Children under 16 are £39.
Does not include circuit admission.
Donington Park Farmhouse is located conveniently next to Donington Park Race Track and has direct pedestrian access to the pits and paddock entrance. Please note the farmhouse is not operated by Donington Park, so please visit their website for booking details https://parkfarmhouse.co.uk/caravan-site/
There is a designated disabled parking area available in the paddock, with no viewing. Please head towards the Paddock Entrance, where you will be directed to the dedicated spaces.
For our larger events, there is a dedicated wheelchair viewing area overlooking Coppice Corner. This can be accessed through the Coppice Entrance.
Both areas are provided free of charge for all blue badge holders, plus one carer. Any additional carers, friends or family must be in possession of a valid ticket.
Please contact our ticket office on 0843 453 9000 for more information.
Parking is free of charge for all public car parks, except for Starkeys at larger events.
Carers of our disabled guests may be entitled to free admission at MSV's race events. Please contact our call centre on 0343 453 9000 or [email protected] to make arrangements, no later than one week before the event you wish to attend.
For further details, please read our Important Information section.
Yes – baby changing facilities are located at a number of locations, listed below.
Yes, there is a cash machine in the Megastore in the paddock opposite the Garage 39 bar and restaurant.
Please head to the Donington Park security office at the paddock entrance. If you are no longer at the venue, please call 01332 810048
Yes, you can buy tickets on the gate at all our race meetings, by cash or card payment.
All tickets are sent by Royal Mail Recorded or Special Delivery, meaning a signature is required. In the rare instance that your tickets have not arrived in time you will need to purchase them at the gate price and obtain a refund after the event by returning the gate ticket stubs and your original tickets to the ticket office at the address below:
Ticket Office
MotorSport Vision Centre
Brands Hatch Circuit
Fawkham
Longfield
Kent
DA3 8NG
The ticketholder shall only be entitled to a refund or exchange (at MSV's election) if an event is cancelled in its entirety prior to its commencement for reasons that are within our reasonable control. Event tickets may not be sold, resold, donated, transferred or in any way disposed of without prior written permission from MSV.
You can find a list of eligible Grade D events by clicking here. Unfortunately these cannot be exchanged or used as part payment towards any other higher grade meeting.
No animals are permitted anywhere on site, with the exception of guide/assistance dogs. Please contact our call centre on 0343 453 9000 or email [email protected] to advise if you will be bringing a guide/assistance dog.
Drones / UAVs are not permitted for use at the venue on any event day.
Please visit our dedicated media site to apply for accreditation at media.msv.com
