Mission Motorsport Newsletter - December 2025
Welcome to our monthly newsletter. Keep up to date with all latest news, key events, and other information from The Forces’ Motorsport Charity!
LATEST NEWS
Race of Remembrance 2025
Race of Remembrance stands as a powerful moment in the Mission Motorsport calendar - a chance to come together in tribute to those we have lost in conflict, whether family, friends, or loved ones, and to show our support for those who remain, having sacrificed so much.
This year, Race of Remembrance consisted of three unique events, each honouring that spirit in its own way: the iconic 12-hour endurance race, the fast-paced 2-hour karting race, and the immersive 4-hour virtual sim race. Together, they showcased the very best of what motorsport can be: supportive, compassionate, unifying and enormous fun.
Read more here:
RAce of Remembrance - ANGLESEY
Karting Race of Remembrance
Virtual Race of Remembrance
National Transition Event 2026
We’re delighted to share the sign-up link for next year’s National Transition Event, taking place at the iconic Silverstone Circuit on Monday, 2 March 2026.
This landmark gathering brings together members of the Armed Forces community from across the country for a day of insight, innovation, inspiration and of course, the much-loved Troops’ Track Day, which will be delivering exhilarating passenger laps on the GP Circuit.
What to expect:
Supportive companies and organisations who all believe that veterans and their families are a national asset
Guest speakers sharing expertise on transition, growth, and future opportunities
Interactive workshops including LinkedIn, designed to help you shape your next chapter
Networking with friends from across the Armed Forces community - you always end up bumping into someone
Whether you’re new to our community or a long-standing member, this event promises to deliver.
Register for your FREE spot here
Becks Thorn Scoops Autocar Drivers of Change Awards
Earlier this month, former Mission Motorsport employee Rebecca Thorn, now Transition & Employment Manager at the Stellantis Performance Academy, was honoured at the Autocar Drivers of Change Awards, a vivid example that your service skills count in the civilian world.
Stellantis’ Armed Forces Programme, developed through our Mission Automotive initiative, offers free technical & commercial training, tailored placements and mentorship. Its success paved the way for the new Rising Stars initiative, a national technical traineeship that creates a direct route into the automotive industry outside of the traditional apprenticeship pathway.
Congratulations Becks!
For more information about the Stellantis Armed Forces Programme email training@missionmotorsport.org
UPCOMING EVENTS
Veterans@Heritage Festive Fuel-Up
16th December | Bicester Heritage
We’re rounding up the year with a festive get together at the Hagerty Clubhouse with the specialists at Bicester Heritage.
Sign up here.
Beneficiary Tickets for Bicester Scramble
11 January | Bicester Motion
The first Scramble at Bicester Motion for 2026, marking 50 years of Tom Walkinshaw Racing and 40 years since Group B rallying moved to Group A. A sold out event, thanks to the generosity of Bicester Motion, we have have tickets available.
Email: team@missionmotorsport.org to request tickets.
Season Opener
21 January | Three Sisters Circuit
The first meet up of 2026 at Three Sisters Circuit. Join us for the season opener - a free day of passenger laps, with skids on the skid pan and explore driving around the auto test area.
Sign up here.
LOOKING AHEAD
The team are hard at work behind the scenes building another action packed calendar of events for 2026. Stay tuned for the publication of the 2026 sporting calendar!
FUNDRAISING
Team Completes 24-Hour Silverstone Race in Support of Mission Motorsport
Last weekend, beneficiary Linda Noble and a team of five drivers, including two rookies, competed in the Motorsport UK iRacing Britcar 24-hour race at Silverstone. Among 52 cars on track across the GT3 and GT4 classes they drove the Aston Martin GT3, raising money for Mission Motorsport.
Linda says “In the lead-up to the race, my online community and I wanted to raise funds for Mission Motorsport because we’ve seen first-hand how much the charity does for veterans.”
The team finished P24 and raised an amazing £1,035. Thank you!
Frank’s Charity Track Day Club Raises £6,705 for Mission Motorsport
Frank Hall, a long-standing supporter and passionate advocate for Mission Motorsport, once again put the community in the driver’s seat with his latest Charity Track Day at Blyton Park on Friday, 14 November.
Despite challenging, rain-soaked conditions, spirits stayed high and the event delivered its signature mix of excitement, camaraderie, and generosity.
A heartfelt thank you to Frank and all who took part for making the day such a resounding success an incredible £6,705 was raised to support Mission Motorsport’s work!
LØT fundraising for Mission Motorsport for the month of December
LØT is an automotive group based in the East Midlands. Founded in 2020, the club hosts events for anyone to come along to, whether you own a bike, rare JDM, a supercar or a rusty bucket. They are doing a meet this Sunday 14th December with Great Northern Classics and Takona, meeting at 9am, DE24 8AE.
Find out more here
Got a fundraising idea Mission Motorsport but need a helping hand to make it happen?
Give as You Live has launched Grant for Good, a funding scheme designed to support ambitious fundraising challenges for UK charities! We know that fundraising often comes with a personal cost, you can get funding of up to £2,500 so this grant can help bring your bold ideas to life.
Apply here.
Every fundraiser, doing something big or small, makes a difference. We rely on our amazing Fundraising Force to help us continue providing life-changing recovery, rehabilitation, and transition support.
If you are fundraising for us or even thinking about it, let us know at
fundraising@missionmotorsport.org
VOLUNTEERING
Interested in Volunteering with Mission Motorsport?
If you'd like to get involved, please complete this MS form. We'll keep you updated with all upcoming volunteering opportunities.
We truly couldn’t do what we do without the incredible dedication and support of our volunteers, thank you for making a difference.
OTHER INFORMATION
Health boost for Britain's forces as new NHS programme launches
Health boost for Britain’s forces as the NHS launches a major new programme to improve care for veterans, serving personnel, reservists and their families. A £1.8 million training initiative will equip NHS staff to identify patients with armed forces backgrounds and deliver more personalised, targeted support. With every NHS trust in England now accredited as ‘Veteran Aware’, the programme marks a significant step in recognising the unique health needs of the armed forces community.
Read more here
Veterans support centres to be rolled out across the country as transformational strategy
Veterans support centres are set to roll out nationwide as the government unveils a transformational new Veterans Strategy, the first in seven years. Backed by £27 million for local bids and a further £12 million for veteran housing, the plan will turbocharge a new network of VALOUR-recognised centres offering coordinated support in health, housing, employment and more. With over 1.8 million veterans set to benefit, the strategy renews the nation’s commitment to those who have served by recognising their skills, strengthening communities and ensuring effective support where it is needed most.
Read more here.
First ever government female veterans’ forum to put ex-military voices at the heart of support
The government has launched its first-ever female veterans’ forum to ensure the voices of women who served are placed at the heart of national support. Backed by up to £350,000, the initiative includes a new oral history project that will properly recognise the experiences and contributions of the UK’s 270,000 female veterans. Part of the new transformational Veterans Strategy, the measures aim to improve support across housing, health and employment while giving women veterans the visibility and platform they have long deserved.
