Buxton Raceway
About
Buxton Raceway is a prominent short-oval motorsport venue located in Derbyshire, set within the Peak District. The circuit is widely recognised for its fast tarmac oval, open setting, and reputation for producing competitive, high-speed stock car racing. Buxton has a long association with BriSCA Formula One competition and regularly features on the BriSCA calendar for major championship meetings and qualifiers.
The venue’s layout and facilities make it well suited to both headline BriSCA events and mixed-formula race meetings, attracting drivers and spectators from across the UK.
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Racing Characteristics
Buxton Raceway’s tarmac oval is known for:
- High average speeds
- Long, flowing racing lines
- Strong opportunities for side-by-side racing
- Controlled full-contact competition in BriSCA formulas
The circuit’s size allows for sustained pace while still maintaining the close-quarters racing expected in short-oval stock car events.
Circuit Characteristics
Circuit Details
- Track Type: Oval
- Surface: Tarmac
- Track Length: 380 metres (approx. 0.24 miles)
- Location: Buxton, Derbyshire, England
Safety & Infrastructure
- Steel plate safety fencing surrounding the circuit
- Full protective barrier at the track edge
- Infrastructure suitable for championship-level stock car racing and large crowds
Formulas & Race Categories Hosted
Buxton Raceway regularly hosts a range of oval racing categories, including:
Banger Racing
Ministox and Stoxkarts (junior and tin-top support classes)
Drifting and special motorsport events
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- Major Annual Events
Buxton is a regular venue for significant BriSCA fixtures and special meetings, including:
BriSCA F1 World Semi-FinalsBriSCA F1 British Championship MeetingsSpecial weekend racing fixtures and feature events
BriSCA Racing at Buxton
Buxton Raceway has a strong history of hosting elite BriSCA Formula One racing, including championship qualifiers, semi-finals, and British Championship meetings. The venue remains a key circuit on the BriSCA calendar for top-level stock car competition.
- Confirmed BriSCA Events (2026)
October 31 @ 5:00 pm•
September 5 @ 5:00 pm•
April 18 @ 5:00 pm•
All event details remain subject to change and should be verified with the promoter.
Important Notice
This BriSCA website provides information only.
We do not sell tickets and do not represent the circuit’s commercial operations.
Event details are subject to change and should always be verified with the promoter.
