Northampton Shaleway

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Northampton International Shaleway is the UK’s longest serving short oval with over 50 years of history behind it, and all the greats of the sport’s history have seen action here at one of the spiritual homes of British oval racing. Located in the Northamptonshire countryside near the village of Brafield-on-the-Green, the stadium's 396 metre shale oval creates an all-action arena for breathtaking Stock Car and Banger action.

The venue - seen on BBC One's Top Gear - hosts events throughout the year. With a wide variety of oval motorsport descending on the Northamptonshire venue, events which provide entertainment for the whole family.

You will find all the facilities to make your day complete including the 2024-built seated grandstand, a licensed bar, freshly-cooked food, track shop, ample free parking and great views of the entire circuit.

Northampton International Shaleway - affectionately known as Brafield - is located off the A428 between the villages of Brafield-on-the-Green and Horton, and is easily accessed from junction 15 of the M1. The raceway offers excellent viewing and catering facilities and other trade stands are available.

Whether it’s a Saturday night, Sunday afternoon or Bank Holiday, there is always first class action guaranteed at this venue.

Tickets for our events can be purchased in advance for a discounted price via this website or at the turnstiles on the day of the event using either cash or card methods of payment. Gates open around two hours before start time.

To purchase E-Ticket(s) please select the date of an event from the date list below when available. E-Ticket(s) generally go on sale five days prior to the event date detailed within the fixtures.

For 2026 Race Dates at Northampton, click here!