Driven by Motorsport Safety and Craftsmanship in Bridgwater
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Driven by Motorsport Safety and Craftsmanship in Bridgwater

Custom Race Helmets is owned and run by John Smith, who grew up in Bridgwater within a stock car racing family. John spent his first decade in motorsport designing safety equipment before operating custom helmet painting workshops in Spain for five years and across the UK for fifteen years. That deep background in driver protection forms the foundation of every helmet that leaves the Bridgwater workshop today.

Our team combines traditional hand-painting techniques with cutting-edge technology, using high-resolution 3D laser scanning to tackle complex sizing requirements. Having supplied custom helmets to top teams across elite racing, including Formula 1, we treat every customer with the same uncompromising standards whether they race powerboats, motocross bikes, or stock cars.

We take full responsibility for the quality of our work. Every laser fitment comes with a 30-day refitment guarantee to ensure total comfort on track, and all custom artwork is protected by a 2-year paintwork guarantee against UV fading, peeling, or premature wear.

FIA AccreditedBRISCA AssociationOval Sports UK MemberStilo Official StockistArai & Bell Fitter
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51 Bonita Drive
Bridgwater
TA6 7AU
Opening hours
Monday0800-1800
Tuesday0900-1700
Wednesday0900-1700
Thursday0900-1700
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed
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Frequently asked questions.

Custom Race Helmets is based at fixed premises in Bridgwater, Somerset. We ask all customers to book an appointment online in advance so we can prepare the 3D laser scanning equipment or workshop space for your arrival.

Our custom UV hand-painted race helmets are completed on a fast-track 2-day turnaround from design sign-off and shell preparation.

We use a precision 3D laser scanner to capture the exact contours of your head. This allows us to select and customize internal padding for drivers who struggle with standard off-the-shelf helmet sizing or require extra-large shells.

We provide a 30-day refitment guarantee on all custom-fitted helmets and a 2-year paint durability guarantee covering paint adhesion and UV stability.

Yes. John Smith is FIA accredited, a BRISCA association member, and an Oval Sports UK member. We supply, fit, and wire official Stilo, Arai, and Bell helmets compliant with national and international motorsport regulations.

Yes. Drivers travelling from nearby areas including Taunton, Yeovil, Weston-super-Mare, Bristol, and Exeter can book a same-day fitment or safety assessment online before visiting our Bridgwater workshop.