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11/06/2026

Last Thursday, a group from Mission Motorsport community enjoyed a unique behind-the-scenes tour of the Millington Engines engineering facility.

After viewing Merlin, Griffon and other German engines in various states of restoration, recovered weaponry, and an incredible collection of artefacts that have been donated and loaned to the museum over the years, we were shown around the various machine shops with a detailed explanation of each stage of the engine-building process and what each machine did. It was fascinating to see the craftsmanship and precision involved, and extremely interesting to any petrolhead.

After a coffee break, we were taken to one of the hangars. The door slowly lifted to reveal something truly special – a fully working and taxiable Harrier Jump Jet!

As one attendee summed it up:
"A huge thank you to Mission Motorsport for organising such a memorable visit and to Roy for sharing his knowledge and enthusiasm throughout the day. It was a fascinating tour led by someone who is clearly passionate about anything and everything engine-based. The museum is a hidden treasure"

A fantastic day of engineering, aviation history and motorsport heritage.

08/06/2026

📢 Our June Newsletter is now live! If you're a Mission Motorsport member, it should be in your inbox!

This month's newsletter includes:
🏁 Sign-up details for upcoming events including how to book on the tour of Prodrive HQ
💙 Highlights of some incredible donations and fundraising efforts supporting the charity
🙌 Opportunities to get involved and support our work
Take a look at the newsletter and see what's coming up! https://www.missionmotorsport.org/news/june26news

Mission Motorsport membership is open to the Armed Forces community, including serving personnel, veterans, reservists, and family members. Members receive access to exclusive sporting opportunities and offers that aren't always advertised through our newsletters or social media channels. If you're eligible and haven't joined yet, we'd love to welcome you to the community.

06/06/2026

We have six places available on a VIP driving day this August, and it's a good one. 🏁

On Tuesday 18th August, CAT Driver Training are hosting a performance driver group day at UTAC Millbrook in Bedfordshire. It's a closed test facility not normally open to the public, and you'll be on track with Colin Hoad and Steve Tanner working through advanced braking, cornering and high-speed techniques, with an instructor in the car with you throughout.

Around 100 minutes of drive time across five circuits, kept to small groups so the coaching is actually useful. Lunch is included.

£840 per person. Six places only.

Every penny raised supports Mission Motorsport, the Forces' Motorsport Charity.

To register your interest, drop us a message or email [email protected]

https://www.missionmotorsport.org/vip-driving-experience

Fundraiser | supporting Mission Motorsport

05/06/2026

National Volunteers' Week: Make a Difference with Mission Motorsport 🌟

Volunteers support everything we do, helping us continue our work with the Armed Forces community through recovery, rehabilitation, and opportunities in motorsport. Alongside the many other volunteering opportunities available with Mission Motorsport, here are two great ways you can get involved and make a difference.

🏁 Join the Mission Motorsport Slot Car Team
Help run our popular Goodwood Slot Car Track at fundraising events throughout 2026. Roles include marshalling cars, engaging with visitors, and assisting with setup and pack-down. You'll receive free event entry, refreshments, and the chance to be part of a fantastic team raising vital funds for the Armed Forces Motorsport Charity. Accompanied children are welcome too.
Upcoming events:
📍 16 July – Infinium Event, Wantage
📍 25 July – Festival of the Unexceptional, Grimsthorpe Castle
📍 15–16 August – Hornby Open Weekend, Margate
📍 4 October – Bicester Scramble
📧 Interested? Contact [email protected]

🌿 Volunteers Needed at MMHQ – 17 June
Can you spare a few hours to help improve Mission Motorsport HQ in Wantage, Oxfordshire? We're looking for volunteers to help with gardening and grounds maintenance, including weeding, hedge trimming, raking, clearing rubbish, and general tidying. Bring along any gardening tools if you can.
📧 To get involved, email [email protected]

Thank you to all our volunteers - past, present, and future - for making a real difference.

04/06/2026

During National Volunteering Week, we want to say a huge thank you to all our volunteer drivers providing unforgettable passenger experiences, to the marshals trackside ensuring every session runs safely and smoothly, their contribution is absolutely vital.

With that in mind, we’re excited to share a fantastic opportunity for members of the Armed Forces community:
🏁 Motorsport Marshalling Taster Day – Saturday 8 August 2026

Ever wondered what happens on the other side of the safety barrier at a race meeting? In partnership with the British Motorsport Marshals Club (BMMC), this hands-on taster day - taking place alongside the Armed Forces Championship - offers a unique insight into the vital role marshals play in keeping motorsport safe, exciting, and well-organised.

It’s perfect for anyone interested in volunteering in motorsport, learning new skills, or simply seeing racing from a completely different perspective. Places are limited to just 10 participants, so early sign-up is essential.

🎥 Find out more about motorsport marshalling here: https://youtu.be/TIznZol57yk

📩 To sign up or find out more, contact: [email protected]

03/06/2026

June is shaping up to be an exciting month, with a fantastic variety of events taking place across the Mission Motorsport calendar.

All events are completely free for members of the Armed Forces community and provide a wonderful opportunity to explore the world of motorsport, connect with like-minded people, and enjoy new experiences. Whether you're interested in karting, remote-control cars, sim racing, exhilarating passenger laps, or exclusive engineering workshop tours, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

If you would like to attend any of the events, please follow the sign-up links below. Full details for each activity can be found on the individual registration pages.

If you have any questions or would like further information, please don't hesitate to contact us at [email protected]. Already signed-up? Let us know in the comments!

4 June - TeamSport Karting Cardiff https://veterans-karting-cardiff.eventbrite.co.uk
4 June - Millington Engines Tour https://MM-millington-engines.eventbrite.co.uk
12 June - Meyrick Cox Day https://meyrick-cox2026.eventbrite.co.uk
16 June - Veterans@Heritage: E-sports https://vets-heritage-esports.eventbrite.co.uk
23 June - TeamSport Karting Leeds https://veterans-karting-leeds.eventbrite.co.uk
24 June - Banter, Brews & Cars with Stunt School https://bbc-pickmix-stuntschool.eventbrite.co.uk

01/06/2026

Volunteers’ Week is a national campaign dedicated to celebrating the invaluable contribution of volunteers across the UK.

At Mission Motorsport, we simply couldn’t do what we do without our incredible volunteers. Going above and beyond they’re first in and last out, in the rain and shine, supporting our small staff team in delivering a huge programme of recovery motorsport events for the Armed Forces community and we are hugely grateful for everything you do.

Thank you!

We are always looking for new volunteers who can bring their experience to support the Mission. If you would like to volunteer with us, you can find out more here: https://www.missionmotorsport.org/volunteer

29/05/2026

Time for a refresher, who are we?

Mission Motorsport launched at Thruxton Motor Circuit back in 2012 with a clear purpose: use motorsport to support the mental health and wellbeing of veterans, their families, and service leavers, to help them build a life beyond the military.

What makes Mission Motorsport events special is that everyone competes on a level playing field. We adapt the vehicle, not the sport, so whatever someone has been through, they line up alongside everyone else. For those who can be hard to reach, that matters enormously.

Through our Race | Retrain | Recover model, we offer career support, work experience and real routes into the motorsport and automotive industries. We create a community where people can reconnect, rebuild, and thrive.

We believe every veteran deserves the opportunity to move forward with confidence, dignity, and a sense of belonging.

Learn more about our mission here:

https://www.missionmotorsport.org/ourmission

With thanks to our photographers: Steve, Rob, Lisa and James.

28/05/2026

🎮🏁 NEW Veterans@Heritage Event 🏁🎮

Join Mission Motorsport at Bicester Heritage for a fantastic FREE day exploring the world of E-sports and racing simulators!
Whether you’re a seasoned gamer or just fancy giving it a go, there’ll be a selection of incredible sim-rigs available throughout the day - jump in as many times as you like.

Enjoy a friendly coffee chat with the Mission Motorsport community, exclusive access to the iconic Bicester Heritage site, and a full day of E-sports fun at the Hagerty UK Clubhouse from 10am–3pm on Tuesday 16 June.

Open to serving personnel, veterans, and Armed Forces families, this is a relaxed and welcoming opportunity to connect with others, enjoy great coffee, and experience some seriously good sim racing action.

Sign on here: https://vets-heritage-esports.eventbrite.co.uk

Bicester Motion

27/05/2026

From Crawley last week to Cardiff next week, the Veterans’ Karting Championship continues, this time it’s 200cc karts taking on the epic swooping bends, hairpin turns and white-knuckle straights of the multi-level track.

TeamSport Karting continue to support Mission Motorsport to deliver free motorsport events for the whole Armed Forces community. Veterans, serving personnel and family members are all welcome to join the action - no experience needed.

Join us for a day of speed, thrills and like-minded people on Thursday 4 June - TeamSport Karting Cardiff.

Sign up here: https://veterans-karting-cardiff.eventbrite.co.uk

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