Whether you're a competitor, marshal, official or motorsport enthusiast, BARC membership offers a range of exclusive benefits designed to help you get more from the sport.
Become part of one of the UK's leading motorsport organisations by joining the British Automobile Racing Club (BARC). Whether you're a racing driver, marshal, official, volunteer or motorsport enthusiast, BARC membership gives you access to a passionate community, exclusive member benefits and opportunities to get involved in every level of British motorsport.
With a choice of membership options to suit competitors, supporters and families, joining the BARC is the first step towards racing, volunteering or enjoying exclusive member events, discounts and Club benefits.
Members enjoy exclusive benefits including:
The quarterly British Automobile Racing Club magazine, which is sent to all members, is filled with the atest news from the Club as well as a host of interviews, bespoke features and reports
The British Automobile Racing Club Season Review, documenting the highlights of every year
Racing Members have the opportunity to compete in over 30 Motorsport UK registered championships and series, as well as a host of sprint and hillclimb events too
BARC’s enhanced Marshals Stamp Scheme allows volunteer marshals the opportunity to collect points for their volunteering days which can be used against the purchase of membership, gifts and regalia, or a ticket for the annual BARC Awards dinner
Discounted admission prices to select Thruxton Circuit, Pembrey Circuit and Croft Circuit race meetings such as the British Touring Car Championship and British Superbike Championship, among others, with Paddock Access also included for free
A chance to buy tickets for the Members’ Grandstand at Thruxton which overlooks the final chicane, a notorious spot for action down the years
Discounts on Driving Experiences at Thruxton, including skid pan and 4×4 activity
An exciting range of Club and circuit-branded clothing and accessories can be purchased via the online BARC Shop
Preferential rates for special events such as the annual BARC Awards Evening, staged each year to honour and celebrate all champions, officials and marshals
Preferential rates on your race livery design and graphics delivered by award-winning motorsport graphics specialist Joyce Design and opportunities for further discounts via their fleet branding referral scheme.
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Club Membership is the perfect way to become part of the British Automobile Racing Club and enjoy a range of exclusive member benefits, including the quarterly BARC magazine, discounted admission to selected circuit events and much more. Members can also get closer to the action by training to become a motorsport official or volunteer marshal.
Racing Membership is designed specifically for competitors taking part in championships and race meetings organised by BARC headquarters. Racing Members enjoy all the benefits of Club Membership, along with the ability to enter eligible BARC-organised events and access the relevant championship and race meeting regulations.
Centre Membership is available to hillclimb and sprint competitors wishing to take part in championships organised by BARC regional centres. It must be purchased alongside the basic £40 Club Membership. A Centre Member's spouse or partner can also join the same Centre as a Joint Member for an additional £10.
Joint Membership allows the spouse or partner of an existing Club Member to join the BARC at a reduced membership rate and enjoy the benefits of Club membership.
Junior Membership is available to young motorsport enthusiasts aged 10 to 17. Junior Members can proudly carry the BARC badge, receive the quarterly BARC magazine and enjoy special spectator concessions at Thruxton, the UK's fastest race circuit. An up-to-date passport-style photograph must be provided each year, and members can transfer to Club Membership when they turn 18.
Limited Racing Membership is designed for competitors taking part in a one-off BARC-organised event who do not require a full Racing Membership. Simply add the membership to your basket and proceed to checkout to complete your purchase.
Membership of the BARC is subject to election by the Council of the British Automobile Racing Club and to you abiding by the rules of the Company. Membership fees are annual and run for the calendar year, irrespective of when it is first taken out, so that renewals are due on the 1st January each year.
Any badges issued remain the property of the Club and are to be returned on termination of membership. The BARC reserves the right to require the return of its badges at any time, with badges not transferable to any other person.
The BARC will not pass any personal information on to any third party.
Anyone with an interest in motorsport can become a member, whether you're a competitor, marshal, official, volunteer or spectator.
Junior Memberships start from 10 years old. There is no upper age limit to become a member.
No. We offer a range of memberships. Our Club Membership is a great option for anyone who wants to be part of the British Automobile Racing Club and enjoy its member benefits.
Competitors entering championships organised by the BARC require Racing Membership. Regional hillclimb and sprint competitors may also need the relevant Centre Membership.
No. Racing Membership makes you eligible to compete, but you must still register separately with your chosen championship.
Membership can be purchased online through Alpha or by contacting the Membership Department directly.
Email: membership@barc.net