Trackguide – Everything you need to know about circuit Silverstone

Trackguide – Everything you need to know about circuit Silverstone

Silverstone is one of the most iconic circuits in the world of Formula One. The circuit is located in Northamptonshire, England, and has hosted the British Grand Prix since 1950. This circuit is known for its speed and challenging corners. Here we tell you everything you need to know about Circuit Silverstone: the corners, how to get there, what you can enjoy on site and what the weather is like!

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1) Circuit Silverstone
2) Silverstone circuit corner names
3) How to get to circuit Silverstone
4) Hotels near circuit Silverstone
5) What can you expect from circuit Silverstone?
6) The weather during the British Grand Prix
7) Visit circuit Silverstone

Circuit Silverstone

The Silverstone circuit has a special history. It originally began as an airfield for British bombers during World War II. The Royal Air Force Was operationally active here between 1943 and 1946. The airfield’s three runways, in classic WWII triangular formation, lie within the contours of the current track.

The first British Grand Prix took place at the Silverstone circuit in 1950. This was also the first race of the very first Formula One World Championship. Although the layout of the circuit has been modified several times since then, it remains an iconic track. With a length of 5.891 kilometers and 18 corners, it is not only a blazingly fast circuit, but also a very challenging one with technical sections.

Max Verstappen is a fan of the circuit:
“Silverstone is a great track, it is of course a very historic track but also great fun. It has a lot of fast corners, Becketts and Maggots being my favorite, and there are always loads of fans out in force.”

 

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Silverstone circuit corner names

The drivers first pass through the Hamilton Straight and then through the Abbey turn before accelerating full throttle towards Arena, a section formed by a combination of turns that leads to Brooklands. After Brooklands, the riders take a hairpin bend before arriving at the fast Copse corner.

After this fast section of the track, the cars race through the most iconic part of the circuit: Maggots and Becketts. This section, introduced in 1991, is taken at speeds between 235 and 310 kph. It is a challenging series of fast turns that requires a tremendous amount of concentration from the drivers. From Chapel to Stowe is a straight in which the drivers can run their cars at full speed.
From Stowe they turn right, then straight on to Vale, before turning right almost immediately and ending at Club, or the start/finish line.

How to get to circuit Silverstone

Silverstone’s famous race track is located in Northamptonshire and is easily accessible by car. If coming from London, it is best to follow the Ml until past Oxford. After this, follow the temporary signposts to the circuit’s car parks. If you are coming from Birmingham, you should take the M40 to Northampton. Again, you will come across signs here that will lead you to the circuit itself. Make sure you buy a ticket for the car park in advance.

Planning to come to the circuit by train? Then travel to Wolverton station, which is about 10 miles from the circuit. Trains run to this station from London Euston, Birmingham New Street and Northampton.

Hotels near circuit Silverstone

Several hotels can be found near circuit Silverstone. In addition, the race weekend can be well combined with a nice city trip to London!
Fun fact: circuit Silverstone is getting a brand new hotel! The Hilton Garden Inn is located next to ‘Hamilton Straight’ and will be the first and only hotel at the circuit. The hotel will offer stunning views of the circuit and will open in late summer 2023.

What can you expect from circuit Silverstone?

There is much more to the British Grand Prix than just the race. In fact, concerts are held on the circuit after each session! The stage can be found in the loop formed between Abbey and Luffield corners. You can enjoy different artists here every day. Besides the stage, you will also find the Entertainment Village and the F1 Fanzone. This is where you can enjoy various off-track activities such as concerts, a selection of catering options, merchandise and the F1 Legends Parade!

Fun fact! Did you know that Silverstone circuit has a capacity of 150,000 F1 fans? And yet the British Grand Prix sells out every year!

The weather during the British Grand Prix

Circuit Silverstone is located in England, where the weather is often very unpredictable and may turn suddenly. This makes the circuit even more challenging for the drivers, as they have to adapt to the changing conditions and grip on the track. So be prepared with ponchos and umbrellas and check the weather forecast beforehand!

Visit the British Grand Prix

Silverstone has everything to ensure an unforgettable race weekend! Are you ready for it? Check out the options and let the countdown begin!

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