At Brooklands Museum we aim to recreate the excitement of race days from a bygone era. Cars may not be able to whizz around the Brooklands circuit anymore, but we can still thrill visitors with our programme of special events, and this summer we have some of our most spectacular events coming up. This season at Brooklands there will be something for everyone to enjoy, whether you love to admire sleek Italian design blasting up Test Hill, prefer a journey back to the 1940s, or want to see some magnificent vintage sports cars competing in speed trails.
4th May 10am-5pm
Auto Italia
One of the biggest events of the year at Brooklands celebrating the UK's obsession with all things Italian. Expect the site to be bursting with all types of Italian cars (and motorbikes) with action on the Mercedes-Benz World circuit and the Test Hill. This year there will be just as much to see and do, including many trade and club stands so come early, bring your camera and plan the whole day at Brooklands!
On the day: £15 Adult, £14 Senior/Student, Children (5-16years) £6, Family £37
Advanced tickets: £12 Adult, £11 Senior/Student, Children (5-16years) £5, Family £32
6th May 10am-5pm
Emergency services Day
Every conceivable vehicle and pieces of apparatus used in the emergency services will grace the Museum site in an impressive line-up of display vehicles. Get up close to the forces and chat to experts about their particular field - we are looking forward to welcoming many local service representing the Police, Fire and Rescue Services, St John Ambulance and countless other vital heroic organisations from our community.
18th May 10am-Midnight
1940s Relived
Discover period civilian and military vehicles on parade and various groups of re-enactors, representing from the Home to the Eastern fronts. We hope that you will come in vintage or period style clothing, but if you need to add to your vintage wardrobe, visit our trade stalls to stock up. You can also pay a visit to Natasha's "Pretty Me Vintage" Hair and Beauty Parlour to have your hair and make-up done in authentic period style. If all this activity gets a bit much, sit back and relax in "Jackson Street", refresh yourself with some food and drink and take part in our street party. By popular demand, we will be continuing into the night with an evening dance and vintage cinema in the Clubhouse.
Admissions: £10 Adult, £9 Senior/Student, Children (5-16years) £5.50, Family £27
Evening tickets: £7
Day and Evening ticket: £15 (when booked in advance)
28th- 31st May 10am-5pm
School Half term Family activities
Car rides will be operating from 11am-1pm and from 2-3:30pm (subject to weather). Look out for Bertie the Brooklands Bear, who will be making guest appearances or try out our Art Workshop 'The Ascot of Motorsport' - join us as we look back at the glamour of the Brooklands Racing Circuit and dress to impress! Taking inspiration from pictures hidden in our archives, design your own outfit to wear to the races or try out different looks at our dressing up station.
15th - 16th June 10am-5pm
Brooklands Double 12 Motorsport Festival
In organisation with the Vintage Sports-Car Club we present the biggest motoring competition held at Brooklands since 1939, held on the weekend closest to the Anniversary of its original opening date of 17th June 1907.
In addition to the main competitions, taking place throughout the weekend, the Test Hill Challenge will also take place on Saturday. With family entertainment once again planned throughout the site and lots more attractions to be announced, this is a weekend for everyone!
Advanced tickets: £12 Adult, Children (5-16years) £5, Family £30
On the day: £15 Adult, Children (5-16years) £6, Family £37
5th - 30th August 10am-5pm
School Holiday Family Activities
(Weekdays only and excluding Bank Holiday Monday)
Car rides will be operating from 11am-1pm and from 2-3:30pm (subject to weather). Look out for Bertie the Brooklands Bear, who will be making guest appearances. There will be trails for children up to 12 years old and all our usual displays will be open.
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