BRANDS HATCH is on the shortlist of locations in the UK bidding to hold a pre-Olympics training camp for international teams as they prepare for London 2012.

The circuit is looking to host athletes from overseas as they undertake last minute training for their events.

Brands Hatch chief executive, Jonathan Palmer said: “This is a big deal for Brands Hatch, our facilities are world-class and we are used to looking after teams from all over the globe.

"We could attract top track and field teams to train at the circuit, or with our green-field site we would also be able to accommodate training for sports such as archery.

"We would be proud to be a part of this historic event for the country and we hope to experience the flavour of the Olympics in the weeks leading up to the London Games.

"Hosting an Olympic team would also be great news for local businesses to the circuit with the teams requiring hotels and other services.”

The biggest contract still up for grabs is that of the China team, although their Olympic football squad have already agreed to be based at Chelsea’s training ground in Cobham, Surrey.

Some 750 towns and cities nationwide have applied for training-camp status. Brands Hatch will find out later this year whether they have been successful.