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The BP 24 Hour Grand Prix is the jewel in our calendar crown and the 2025 race is set to be another exciting event. This ultimate test of endurance will take place at Buckmore Park on the 26th April, running continuously through the night before the final dash to the flag on the 27th.
The 24 Hour Endurance event is designed as a team event. Teams will compete in one of two classes, Pro or Rookie. For this race, four to ten drivers would be ideal. The maximum number of drivers per team is 10, and there is a minimum number of three drivers per team.
A practice session precedes the race and this will be 90 minutes duration. All drivers in the team MUST complete a minimum of three laps during the practice period. Practice laps will not be timed and will not count as any qualifying. A 10-minute Timed Qualifying session will follow directly after the practice session, the start of this session will be signalled by a green light or flag from the start/finish line. All lap times in this session will be recorded with the fastest team taking pole position for the race. The race will begin from a Le-Mans style running start.
Team entry is £2500 (inc VAT) with a deposit of £850 required to secure your team’s space.
To help manage the cost, we spread the amount over three scheduled payments. An £850 (non-refundable) deposit is required to confirm your team entry, the second payment of £850 is due by 24th February 2025, the final payment of £800 is due before 1st April 2025.
All competing teams will race together at the same time, however, awards for the top 3 teams at the end of the race will be awarded by class. If during the race the Race Director feels that a team is incorrectly classified then they may change the class of any team.
To ensure the racing amongst all teams & drivers stays as competitive as possible you can choose from two classes. It’s important to read the descriptions below to best gauge the suitability of the class for your team. Please note - the Race Director will review the classification of all teams throughout the event and may move teams into alternative classes based on their performance. The minimum driver weight of 70kg applies to drivers in both classes.
Pro Suitable for teams of drivers with experience, looking to compete in the top tier for this event.
Rookie This class is reserved for less experienced teams/drivers and drivers that are new to endurance racing. It is suitable for teams with little experience, or teams with a largely mixed ability.
If you’re unsure about which class suits your team, please contact the Race Director at clint.bell@buckmore.co.uk and he can help guide you.
The minimum age to take part is 16 (16 & 17 year-olds must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 plus). The minimum height to safely operate our karts is 5ft (152cm) and the maximum height is 6’4” (195cm). Drivers aged 14+ with a current MSUK licence are eligible to take part.
All drivers are required to weigh in at a minimum of 70 kilograms, inclusive of all racewear and any seat inserts etc. Drivers will be randomly weighed throughout the event, any driver that is found underweight will be penalised by a 10 lap team penalty upon the first offence, followed by team exclusion from the race on the second offence.
Drivers weighing less than 70 kilograms will need to add weight in the form of a seat insert up to a maximum of 25 kilograms of extra weight. Please see the Achieving Minimum Weight.
Saturday 26th April
Optional 1-hour Extra Practice (Teams) - TBA
Saturday 26th April
Main Event (All Drivers)
10:30 Arrival & Sign-On
11.30 Drivers Briefing – (All drivers must attend)
12.15 Practice 90 minutes (straight into) 10 minutes Timed Qualifying
14.30 Start of Race
Sunday 27th April
Main Event (All Drivers)
14:30 - End of Race
14.45 - Presentation
390cc RT10 Sodi Karts will be supplied by Buckmore Park. The karts are prepared and maintained by Buckmore Park and have adjustable seat and pedal positions.
All drivers will be able to stay overnight on the Friday and Saturday nights. It is the responsibility of those staying to provide all the necessary equipment to make a pleasant and enjoyable experience.
Campers / Cars
If you are staying in a camper, motorhome, or equivalent then please be aware that there will not be any hookups for electricity or water.
Tents
We are sorry to say that due to the hard standing in all areas of the site, NO CAMPING IN TENTS is permitted.
Race Regulations & Site Rules
A full copy of the rules is to be added closer to the event, once finalised.
If you have any questions about this event then please get in contact with us at the circuit.
Sorry, this event is fully booked.