The Country
Capital:
London Population: 62
million Currency:
Pound sterling
The United Kingdom is an archipelago which includes the
territories of four countries: Great Britain, Scotland, Wales and
Northern Ireland. A constitutional monarchy, the UK also has
overseas territories which are not constitutionally part of the
kingdom but are remnants of the British Empire which in 1922
encompassed almost a quarter of the globe - the largest empire in
history. Although Great Britain was officially formed in 1606, the
country bears monuments to over 2,000 years of civilisation, giving
it one of the richest cultural and historical backgrounds in the
world. In modern times it has grown as an economic power after
becoming the first industrialised country, and it is now the
world's sixth largest economy with major influence in global
finance, politics, science and culture.
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Brands Hatch - Why Go?
Brands Hatch is one of the world's most famous motor racing
circuits, with a history that dates back to 1928 when the first
dirt bike races were held on the grounds of what later became the
permanent Indy Circuit. In 1960 the Grand Prix loop was added, and
in 1964 Brands Hatch held its first Formula One World Championship
race, which was won by Jim Clark. Although to date the last Grand
Prix to be held at Brands Hatch was in 1986, with Nigel Mansell the
winner, the circuit continues to hold some of the biggest races in
the UK and is also one of the busiest circuits in Europe. Recent
upgrades to the track, the venue and its facilities have been led
by MotorSport Vision and have helped re-establish Brands Hatch as
one of the UK's premier circuits.
Brands' appeal is also linked to its close proximity with
London, the capital city of England and one of the most
vibrant, bustling and metropolitan cities in the world. First
settled by the Romans, the city has been a major settlement for
millennia and is now one of the world's largest financial centres,
home to more than 100 of Europe's top 500 companies. London is also
a major tourist destination, with four World Heritage sites
and several world renowned buildings including the Houses of
Parliament and St Paul's Cathedral. London's influence in politics,
finance, education, entertainment, media, fashion, arts and culture
continue to ensure London's position as one of the world's foremost
cities.
Useful Information
Thanks in part to its proximity to London, Brands Hatch
benefits from excellent transport links, with the M25 motorway
passing to the north and the M20 providing road links from Dover in
the south. Access to the track via the M20 is especially useful for
those travelling from mainland Europe via the Euro Tunnel, whilst
the Eurostar rail stops at London St. Pancras and Ebbsfleet
International in Dartford. Brands Hatch also has excellent air
links, with London Gatwick, London Heathrow, London Stansted
and London City airports all close to the circuit.
For those with portable radios, Radio Brands will be available
throughout the weekend on 87.7 FM, offering full commentary from
every session.
Saturday 17 July - Race 1
UK - Eurosport 2 - DELAYED: 22:30 - 23:00
(UK)
International - Eurosport - LIVE: 12:30 - 13:30
(CET)
Asia Pacific - Eurosport - LIVE: 12:30 - 13:30
(CET)
Worldwide - www.formulatwo.com - F2TV LIVE: 12:30
(CET); 11:30 (UK)
Sunday 18 July - Race 2
UK - Eurosport 2 - DELAYED: 19:15 - 20:00
(UK)
International - Eurosport 2 - LIVE: 13:45 - 14:45
(CET)
Asia Pacific - Eurosport - DELAYED: 18:45 - 19:30
(CET)
Worldwide - www.formulatwo.com - F2TV LIVE: 13:45
(CET); 12:45 (UK time)
NB: All times subject to change - check
throughout the week for final listings.