THREE times World motor racing champion Jackie Stewart has unveiled a new corporate hospitality centre at Oulton Park.

Stewart was joined by Nicola Foulston, chief executive of owners Brands Hatch Leisure, at the launch ceremony.

The former Grand Prix team owner's involvement with the Jackie Stewart Business Centre renews a link with the Cheshire circuit - his first-ever race took place at Oulton Park in 1960.

"After my first race, which was in a Porsche Super 90, I returned to Oulton Park many times," said Stewart.

"I won the Gold Cup when it was a Formula One race, and I have had many happy days at what is a very special race track."

The centre can accommodate 440 guests, and be sub-divided into eight separate luxury suites.

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