THE CLASSIC SUPPORTS DEMENTIA ACTION WEEK

To mark Dementia Action Week (16-22 May), The Classic has launched two special initiatives raising much-needed funds and awareness for Alzheimer’s Research UK, the event’s Official Charity Partner.

The first of these is an unforgettable Fun Run around the famous Silverstone Grand Prix circuit and the second an amazing Prize Draw offering its lucky winners some incredible experiences and signed Formula 1 merchandise.

Entries for the Fun Run opened today (Friday), three months before the Run takes place at The Classic on the early evening of Friday 26 August around the UK’s most iconic motor racing circuit.

All those aged 10 and over are welcome to register online in advance for a suggested donation of £5 and help fund life-changing research while taking part in a run to remember.

Raising further funds for Alzheimer’s Research UK, a truly outstanding Prize Draw opened at the start of Dementia Action Week and will remain open until the end of June for all those seeking to win some truly remarkable give-aways.

Headline prizes include: Parc Fermé Hospitality tickets for two over the weekend of The Classic (26-28 August); a VIP behind-the-scenes tour of the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team Factory, a Ferrari Driving Experience at Silverstone, a Car Gods paintwork protection kit and merchandise signed by Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team drivers Lewis Hamilton and George Russell (photos below). For full terms and conditions and to enter, click here. [No purchase necessary. 18+. GB only. Ends 30/06/22].

All donations received from both the Fun Run and the Prize Draw will go directly to Alzheimer's Research UK, helping the charity to fund critical, life-changing research into dementia.

“We encourage everybody to get involved with these two very special initiatives, raising vital funds for our very worthy charity partner, Alzheimer’s Research UK,” urged Nick Wigley, CEO of The Classic promoter Goose Live Events.

“The effects of dementia are heart-breaking and the need to find a cure is urgent. Every penny counts and helps to make breakthroughs possible.”

Lucy Squance, Director at Alzheimer’s Research UK, added: “We are delighted to see The Classic support Alzheimer’s Research UK by hosting two fantastic fundraising opportunities at this year’s event. On top of the Prize Draw and Fun Run activity, we look forward to attending the event where we can raise awareness and further funds for life-changing dementia research. We would like to say an enormous thank you to The Classic, Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1, and everyone who is supportingAlzheimer’s Research UK to make breakthroughs possible.”

In addition to the fundraising initiatives launched this week, all those buying tickets for The Classic also have the opportunity to make a much-appreciated donation to Alzheimer’s Research UK. Full details on tickets available for The Classic 2022 at Silverstone can be found here