Northampton (Brafield Stadium)
About
Northampton, commonly known as Brafield Stadium, is one of the UK’s most significant shale short-oval racing venues and a major fixture on the BriSCA stock car calendar. Located near Northampton in Brafield-on-the-Green, the circuit is widely recognised for hosting high-profile championship meetings and delivering demanding, high-intensity racing on its long shale oval.
The venue regularly attracts elite drivers from across the UK and Europe and is regarded as one of the premier circuits for BriSCA F1 and F2 competition.
Image Credit : spedeworth
Image Credit : spedeworth
Racing Characteristics
Northampton’s shale oval is known for:
- High-speed racing on a wide circuit
- Multiple racing lines developing as conditions evolve
- Strong emphasis on car setup and tyre management
- Tactical, endurance-style racing during longer championship finals
The length and width of the track allow for sustained high-speed competition while maintaining the close-quarters racing typical of BriSCA events.
Circuit Characteristics
Circuit Details
- Track Type: Oval
- Surface: Shale
- Track Length: 396 metres
- Location: Brafield-on-the-Green, Northamptonshire, England
Safety & Infrastructure
- Steel-plated and Armco safety fencing around the circuit perimeter
- Large infield and pit facilities suitable for championship-level meetings
- Infrastructure designed to accommodate major stock car events and large crowds
Formulas & Race Categories Hosted
Northampton regularly hosts a broad range of oval racing categories, including:
Banger Racing
Hot Rods
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- Major Annual Events
Northampton is a key venue for major BriSCA championships and qualifiers, including:
BriSCA F1 World Championship Qualifiers & Semi-Finals BriSCA F1 British ChampionshipBriSCA F1 European ChampionshipBriSCA F2 World & European QualifiersNPC / Shootout RoundsSpecial Feature and Championship Meetings
BriSCA Racing at Northampton
Northampton is one of the most important venues in the BriSCA calendar and has a long association with World Finals, European Championships, and high-profile qualifier events, making it a cornerstone circuit for top-level stock car racing.
Official Circuit Website
For official announcements and event confirmations:
www.spedeworth.co.uk/incarace/venue.php?name=Northampton
www.spedeworth.co.uk/incarace/venue.php?name=Northampton
- Confirmed BriSCA Events (2026)
March 26 @ 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.
