Round 11 of 24

British Grand Prix

London, United Kingdom 🇬🇧

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Race Weekend

Weekend Starts

Friday, 3 July 2026

Race Day

Sunday, 5 July 2026

Race Time

14:00:00 (UK)

Sprint

Yes - 4 July

Days Until Race

110 days

About

The British Grand Prix at Silverstone is the spiritual "home of British motorsport," famously hosting the first-ever F1 World Championship race in 1950. Originally a WWII RAF airfield, the runways were converted into a track that today represents one of the fastest and most technical challenges on the calendar. High-speed corner sequences like Maggotts, Becketts, and Chapel are legendary, requiring immense precision and physical endurance from drivers. The circuit is characterized by its "flat and windy" nature, where the unpredictable British weather often acts as a decisive "tenth team" on the grid.

Circuit Information

Silverstone Circuit
Circuit Type

Track

Circuit Length

5.891 km

Number of Turns

18 turns

Grandstands
Hamilton Straight A (Start/Finish), Abbey, Luffield (a fan favorite for multi-corner views), Copse, Stowe, and the newly expanded Landostand at Stowe.

Ticket Prices

Below are the lead-in prices for both General Admission and Grandstands for 1-day (Sunday) and 3-day (Weekend) passes for the 2026 season in GBP (£).

Ticket Type Price
General Admission - Sunday £229.00
General Admission - 3 Day £269.00
Grandstand Admission - Sunday £329.00
Grandstand Admission - 3 Day £459.00

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Sunday-only tickets are often 70-80% of the cost of the full 3-day weekend. Prices correct as of 5th February 2026.

Location

Silverstone is situated on the border of Northamptonshire and Buckinghamshire. The circuit is surrounded by quintessential English countryside and picturesque villages like Silverstone Village and Towcester. The nearest major town is Northampton, a historic market town known for its shoe-making heritage. The vibrant city of Milton Keynes is also close by, offering modern shopping and entertainment.
Location fact
The "Silverstone Museum," located at the track entrance, is an immersive experience that tells the story of the site from an abbey to an airfield to a world-class racing venue.
Address

Silverstone, Towcester, NN12 8TN, United Kingdom

GPS Coordinates

Latitude: 52.078600°

Longitude: -1.016900°

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Travel Information

Airlines: Fly into London Heathrow (LHR), London Luton (LTN), or Birmingham (BHX). All are roughly 60–90 minutes from the track.

Trains: The most popular connection is to Milton Keynes Central (direct from London Euston or Birmingham New Street). Other nearby stations include Northampton and Banbury.

Roads: The circuit is accessed via the A43, which connects directly to the M1 (Junction 15A) and the M40 (Junction 10).

Local Transport: Dedicated Silverstone Shuttle Buses run frequently from Milton Keynes, Northampton, and Banbury stations directly to the circuit gates.

Fan Culture, Viewing & Weather

Fan Culture: This is a pilgrimage for the "petrolhead." The atmosphere is akin to a summer music festival, with camping being a core part of the experience. Fans are extremely knowledgeable and fiercely loyal to British drivers like Lewis Hamilton, Lando Norris, and George Russell. The "Silverstone roar" when a Brit takes pole position is legendary.

Best Viewing: Luffield is a fantastic choice as it’s a slow, long corner where you can see the cars for an extended period. For sheer speed, the Becketts grandstand allows you to witness the staggering change of direction that defines modern F1 aerodynamics.

Weather: Famously fickle. Even in July, you can experience blistering heat and torrential rain on the same afternoon. Layers and waterproofs are essential—don't trust a clear blue sky in Northamptonshire!

Historical Results

Previous winners and podium finishers at this circuit (since 2017)

Season Winner 2nd Place 3rd Place
2025 Lando Norris Oscar Piastri Nico Hulkenberg
2024 Lewis Hamilton Max Verstappen Lando Norris
2023 Max Verstappen Lando Norris Lewis Hamilton
2022 Carlos Sainz Sergio Perez Lewis Hamilton
2021 Lewis Hamilton Charles Leclerc Valtteri Bottas
2020 Max Verstappen Lewis Hamilton Valtteri Bottas
2020 Lewis Hamilton Max Verstappen Charles Leclerc
2019 Lewis Hamilton Valtteri Bottas Charles Leclerc
2018 Sebastian Vettel Lewis Hamilton Kimi Raikkonen
2017 Lewis Hamilton Valtteri Bottas Kimi Raikkonen

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UK TV Times
Sky Sports F1
Session Date On Air Start
Practice 1 Fri 3 Jul 12:00 12:30
Sprint Qualifying Fri 3 Jul 15:30 16:30
Sprint Race Sat 4 Jul 11:00 12:00
Qualifying Sat 4 Jul 15:00 16:00
Grand Prix Sun 5 Jul 13:30 15:00

All times UK (GMT/BST). Sky Sports F1 is available via Sky, NOW TV, and Virgin Media.

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Quick Facts
  • Country:
    United Kingdom 🇬🇧
  • Nearest City:
    London
  • Track Type:
    Track Circuit
  • Round:
    11 of 24
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