A COUPLE ensured that Mini cars took over a racecourse for a charity event in memory of a dead relative.

Jake Costin wanted to raise funds for St Barnabas House in Worthing in memory of his grandmother Margaret Holder who received care at home from Barnabas nurses.

He was helped by his girlfriend Hannah Pheasant and with the help of family, friends and Littlehampton-based company SRR Motorsport, they raised £2,673 at their “Minis Take Over Goodwood” event.

Jake said: “My grandma had cancer and dementia and the nurses from St Barnabas were so hands on, they always turned up with a warm smile no matter what the time, day or night.

“They helped us so much, particularly my grandad, who could get some rest.”

Minis Take Over Goodwood was created in 2016 by enthusiast Jake.

Entry is free with a suggested donation of £5 per car encouraged.

He said: “Goodwood is the modern Mini’s adoptive home.

“Being only a stone’s throw from the old John Cooper Works garage in East Preston, they had used the track to develop and hone their performance package before closing in 2006.

“The historic circuit has played host to countless famous names throughout the years so it’s hard to think of a more fitting location to celebrate all things Mini.”

The day was action-packed, both on and off the track, with owners showing off their pride and joys, visitors wandering the paddocks or watching the action on track.

The paddocks were reserved for track day drivers, club stands and trade stands.

Passenger wristbands were available for £10 from the Jackie Stewart Pavilion which gave a ride shotgun around the track with all proceeds going to the charity.

SRR Motorsport raised more than £1000 from the MINI race car passenger rides.

Hannah said: “Jake did this for the first time last year and it was such a success he decided to do it again.”