AN EXOTIC gathering of Ferraris and Maseratis will take place at Kent's Brands Hatch circuit on August 3-4.

The weekend will feature racing, with rounds of the European Ferrari 360 Challenge, Shell Historic Ferrari Maserati Challenge and Pirelli Maranello Ferrari Challenge. The event will not be limited to famous Italian sports cars - there will be displays by the Red Arrows aerobatic display team on the Sunday and the Red Devils parachute display team on both Saturday and Sunday.

In addition to this incredible motoring weekend, a unique musical performance will take place at Brands Hatch to coincide with the Festival.

Special Ferrari aficionado Eric Clapton will be on stage for the evening concert, which will take place on the Saturday evening along with a show by Jools Holland and his Rhythm and Blues Orchestra.

Further details on the event and information on tickets are available by contacting the following:

•Race meeting only (£20 for a weekend pass): Octagon Motorsports on 01327 850235.

•Race meeting and concert (£45): Wembley Ticket Office on 0870 730 0360.