Mission Motorsport Newsletter - November 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
Mission Motorsport Launches Race of Remembrance 2025
On 3rd October 2025, Mission Motorsport launched the 11th Race of Remembrance at Thruxton Circuit, supported by Wera Tools and Davanti Tyres. Over 100 members of the Armed Forces community joined Race of Remembrance race teams, charity partners and volunteers to enjoy passenger rides and driving challenges including the split-control “Lightning McQueen” MX-5. The launch was a resounding success and set the tone for the Race of Remembrance weekend.
Chrissie, one of the attendees, said: “My face hurts from smiling on all the passenger rides I’ve experienced today. The rain did not dampen such an incredible day.”
Read more here
Race of Remembrance Weekend
8–9 November
This weekend, over 50 teams will take on Race of Remembrance, the charity’s Service of Remembrance with a 12-hour endurance race attached at Anglesey Circuit. On Saturday, members of the Armed Forces Community can enjoy Supercar Saturday passenger laps. Karting Race of Remembrance, held at Thruxton Kart Circuit, Hampshire on 9 November from 10am, will see 20 teams compete in a 2-hour endurance race.
Although a busy weekend of activity, everything will pause for a poignant Remembrance Service in the pit lane. We warmly welcome spectators and those wishing to attend the service at both venues.
Can’t attend in person? Watch the Service and Anglesey race using these links:
Watch Race of Remembrance at Anglesey & The Biathlon of Foolishness: Saturday 8th November here
Watch Race of Remembrance At Anglesey & The Pitlane Service of Remembrance: Sunday 9th November Here
Mission Motorsport Welcomes Davanti Tyres as a New Partner
Mission Motorsport is thrilled to announce Davanti Tyres as a new partner, supporting this year’s Race of Remembrance. The British brand will provide tyres from its Protoura range for the charity’s racing fleet, as well as a donation to help fund the charity’s vital work.
Read more here
Mission Motorsport Beneficiaries Take to the BTCC Grid with Speedworks Motorsport
This year, over 40 Mission Motorsport beneficiaries have had the incredible opportunity to step into the heart of the British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) as official “Grid Persons” for Speedworks Motorsport this season. Martin said, “I’ll be buzzing about this day longer than a pit crew on double espresso!” Ian described it as “an amazing experience that let me just enjoy the racing.”
Mission Motorsport thanks Speedworks Motorsport for hosting and all beneficiaries who took part. The ballot for 2026 will open early next year.
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Veterans Karting Championship 2025 – A Thrilling Season Concludes
In partnership with TeamSport Karting, over 150 beneficiaries at 7 venues across the country, enjoyed sessions of recovery sport in state-of-the-art karts, including e-karts, for the Veterans’ Karting Championship. The championship culminated in a sensational final on 7th October in Birmingham. After thrilling qualifying rounds, Gareth finished third, Rory second, and Chris was crowned Veterans Karting Champion 2025.
Mission Motorsport extends its thanks to TeamSport Karting for hosting and supporting the championship. The Veterans Karting Championship will return in 2026; details will be released in early 2026.
Mission Motorsport Supports the Sunday Scramble
On Sunday 5th October 2025, Mission Motorsport was proud to support the Sunday Scramble at Bicester Heritage. Beneficiary volunteers played a key role throughout the day, assisting with marshalling, VIP car parking, and staffing the Mission Motorsport stand. The stand was a real crowd-puller, featuring the Jaguar Poppy Car, the Vampire Jet Car, and a Unimog from a local supporter of the charity. The next Sunday Scramble is Sunday 11th January 2026.
Veterans @ Heritage: Scale & Speed
On Friday, 24th October, Mission Motorsport hosted its Veterans @ Heritage: Scale & Speed at the Hagerty Clubhouse. The day brought together the Armed Forces community for exclusive use of race simulators, including ones on hand controls, an array of speedy RC cars, and model building and painting with Models for Heroes all in a welcoming space to connect throughout the day. An unexpected highlight was the site tours of Bicester Heritage given by veteran Andy. Joining us for the day was Veterans UK, Forrest Motorsport, Team Brit, Models for Heroes, and UK Veterans Gaming.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Banter, Brews & Cars
19 November | Three Sisters Circuit
Come along to Banter, Brews & Cars Race & Rally at Three Sisters Circuit for a free day of passenger laps with a side of banter.
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Sunday Skids & Walk the Track
7 December | Thruxton Circuit
We're thrilled to be joining the Pistonheads crowd for the last Sunday Service of the year and opening up the skidpan, giving you the chance to put your driving skills in your own car to the test!
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We’re also offering you the chance to step onto the legendary track where speed records are shattered, and motorsport history is made as we walk the track.
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Banter, Brews & Cars
10 December | Three Sisters Circuit
The last Banter, Brews & Cars of 2025 at Three Sisters Circuit. Join us for some festive fun, free day of passenger laps and some brews and banter.
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LOOKING AHEAD
Don’t forget to check What's On — MISSION MOTORSPORT find out what we have planned throughout the year. It’s constantly updated so well worth checking regularly to see what else has been added.
FUNDRAISING
Simon Griffiths and PCGB Region 5 Raise £510 for Mission Motorsport
Earlier this year, fundraiser Simon Griffiths took on an incredible challenge, cycling from RAF Gibraltar to RAF Benson in support of Mission Motorsport. Continuing his fantastic efforts, Simon and the Porsche Club Great Britain – North West Region (R5) recently held their “Weekend of the Year” event in Scotland.
Through their raffle, the club raised an amazing £510 for Mission Motorsport. A huge thank you to Simon and everyone at PCGB R5 for their continued support and generosity!
Skid Pan Sessions Raise Funds for Mission Motorsport
At the Race of Remembrance Launch, the Thruxton skid pan was put to great use raising £670 for Mission Motorsport while giving drivers an unforgettable experience. With small group sizes, participants enjoyed plenty of time behind the wheel learning how to handle understeer, oversteer, all while having a lot of fun. The use of the skid pan was generously gifted by Thruxton Circuit, meaning every booking fee went directly to Mission Motorsport.
Got a fundraising idea for the #YourRoR25 campaign 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, so this grant can help bring your bold ideas to life. With Grant for Good, you can get funding of up to £2,500 to support your challenge and launch inspiring fundraising ideas for your chosen UK charity.
Apply here.
Remember your #YourRoR25 challenge can go beyond Remembrance Weekend!
Nominate Mission Motorsport for the charity to receive £1000 award
The Movement for Good Awards run by Benefact Group, is their annual programme of giving that anyone can get involved in. Follow the link to nominate us by 15 December.
Movement for Good - Nominate a charity for an award.
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?
We truly couldn’t do what we do without the incredible dedication and support of our volunteers, thank you for making a difference. If you’d like to get involved and stay informed about upcoming volunteering opportunities, sign up today!
Sign up as a volunteer here
OTHER INFORMATION
Digital Version of Veteran Card Launched
Nearly 2 million veterans can now get and benefit from a digital version of the Veteran Card, which will make it easier and quicker to access key services and discounts via their smartphones.
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Veterans and families get safe homes as £4.5 million awarded to housing providers
Veterans who bravely served our country will get the homes they deserve, as £4.5 million is awarded to 19 housing providers across the UK, to build 45 new homes and make critical common area improvements.
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Families’ Activity Breaks (FAB)
Supporting Bereaved Military Families
Families’ Activity Breaks (FAB) is a tri-service charity providing fun and challenging activity camps for bereaved military families across the UK. These fully funded camps offer a much-needed opportunity for families to relax, take part in exciting activities, and connect with others who have experienced a similar loss. The charity’s goal is to create lasting memories while fostering support and resilience.
If your child is 19 or under and has lost a serving loved one, your family may be eligible to attend a FAB Camp. The charity welcomes all applications and considers individual circumstances with care.
Find out More Here
The Bunny Ennis Fund
A chance to receive career enhancing support and funding, the newly established Bunny Ennis Fund will provide an annual training bursary for an individual already working in automotive or who hopes to join the industry. The award is a single grant of up to £2,500 to fund a defined professional development programme, be that training or education, to further the winner’s career in the automotive and mobility industry.