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Silverstone Circuit

Silverstone Circuit, Northamptonshire NN12 8TN
UK
Tel: +44 (0) 8704 588 200
Web: www.silverstone.co.uk/php/home.html

Silverstone is the host of the 2009 FORMULA 1 SANTANDER BRITISH GRAND PRIX and is recognised as the Home of British Motor Racing. Silverstone stages some of the largest international and domestic motorsport series in the world, including the Silverstone Classic and rounds of the British Touring Car Championship, FIA GT Championship, British Superbike Championship and Le Mans Endurance Series.
The circuit offers a variety of event and corporate facilities, including driving experiences, track days, hospitality opportunities and the Silverstone Motorsport Academy - the UK's leading race tuition and driver coaching centre.
It hosted its first Grand Prix in 1948, and was the venue for the first ever round of Formula One World Championship in 1950. Silverstone has been the only circuit to stage the F1 British Grand Prix since 1986.
 

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Time Zone : (GMT) Western Europe Time, London, Lisbon, Casablanca

Major Events : F1, MotoGP, World GT, World Superbikes, BTCC

Circuit Length : 3.194 miles

Turns : 17; 9 Right, 8 Left

Lap Record : 1 minute 18.739 seconds, Michael Schumacher, 2004

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LORENZO FLIES LONE FIAT YAMAHA FLAG AS MOTOGP COMES TO SILVERSTONE LORENZO FLIES LONE FIAT YAMAHA FLAG AS MOTOGP COMES TO SILVERSTONE
Posted on: 14/06/2010

A somewhat depleted Fiat Yamaha Team lands on British shores this week, with championship leader Jorge Lorenzo the team's sole representative following Valentino Rossi's injury at Mugello.

Silverstone plays host Grand Prix Motorcycle Racing for the first time since 1986 and the riders and teams are looking forward to getting th... Read More >>

WIN! THE CHANCE TO WAVE THE CHEQUERED FLAG AT SILVERSTONE WIN! THE CHANCE TO WAVE THE CHEQUERED FLAG AT SILVERSTONE
Posted on: 08/06/2010

The 2010 Le Mans Series champions will be crowned at the series finale at Silverstone on September 10-12 – and you could be there to wave the chequered flag.

The unique money-can’t buy opportunity is on offer to anyone buying tickets for the Autosport 1000Km of Silverstone between June 14 and July 31 2010.

Every ti... Read More >>

STOWE PITS OPENED; WORK UNDERWAY ON SILVERSTONE'S NEW PIT AND PADDOCK STOWE PITS OPENED; WORK UNDERWAY ON SILVERSTONE'S NEW PIT AND PADDOCK
Posted on: 08/06/2010

The Brand new Stowe Complex was officially opened on 3rd June

Work on Silverstone’s new Pit and Paddock Complex is well underway as development around the iconic Northamptonshire circuit continues at a pace. The circuit’s brand new Stowe Complex – a unique collection of customer focused test track facilities, hospitality un... Read More >>

Views Of The New Silverstone Arena Circuit Views Of The New Silverstone Arena Circuit
Posted on: 04/06/2010

The new Arena Grand Prix Circuit development has now been completed, and work to improve spectator facilities continues as part of a multi-million pound investment to modernise Silverstone.

The new circuit will host a number of world class events in 2010, including the FORMULA 1 SANTANDER... Read More >>

Learn For Two-Day At Silverstone The California Superbike Way Learn For Two-Day At Silverstone The California Superbike Way
Posted on: 04/06/2010

California Superbike School will be running a 2-day camp at Silverstone for the first time in the UK this August, offering riders a chance to enjoy extra track time while improving their skills in the art of cornering. Taking place on the all-new South circuit (1.9 miles long with 12 turns) students can ride their own bike or hire a fully prepared 2010 Yamaha R... Read More >>

Alfa Celebrates Winning The First Ever F1 European Championship Race At Silverstone Alfa Celebrates Winning The First Ever F1 European Championship Race At Silverstone
Posted on: 13/05/2010

Sixty years ago this week (13th May), Alfa Romeo completed an historic 1-2-3 finish at the first ever Formula One European Championship race, which was held at Silverstone motor racing circuit.

Italian driver, Giuseppe Farina, dominated proceedings to bring home his 300bhp 158 race car - also known as the Alfetta - ahead of fellow Alfa drive... Read More >>

RIZLA SUZUKI MOTOGP SUPPORTS SILVERSTONE LAUNCH RIZLA SUZUKI MOTOGP SUPPORTS SILVERSTONE LAUNCH
Posted on: 13/05/2010

Rizla Suzuki racers Loris Capirossi and Alvaro Bautista joined members from the media at Silverstone in England recently to launch the build-up for next month's MotoGP race.

Capirossi and Bautista rode Suzuki GSX-R1000 machines dressed in Rizla livery around the 5,902m circuit with the collective guests from the print, TV and internet world... Read More >>

Powell Becomes Series First Female Winner As Hale Stretches Title Lead Powell Becomes Series First Female Winner As Hale Stretches Title Lead
Posted on: 13/05/2010

• Alice Powell becomes first female winner of Formula Renault race in UK.
• Double podium for Mitchell Hale to extend title lead by 25 points.
• Maiden podiums for Josh Webster and James Theodore at action-packed weekend.

Hillspeed’s Alice Powell (Chipping Norton) made history at the weekend by becoming the... Read More >>

F3: SIMS AND CALADO VICTORIOUS AT SILVERSTONE F3: SIMS AND CALADO VICTORIOUS AT SILVERSTONE
Posted on: 06/05/2010

A brace of superbly exciting races - one wet, one dry - on the new Silverstone Arena Grand Prix circuit today (Sunday) brought Cooper Tires British Formula 3 International Series victories for impressive young British drivers Alexander Sims and James Calado.

It was Calado's second win of the weekend, coming on top of his Saturd... Read More >>

Who Won the Tourist Trophy? FIA GT1 World Championship At Silverstone Supercar Who Won the Tourist Trophy? FIA GT1 World Championship At Silverstone Supercar
Posted on: 03/05/2010

Circuits Magazine were at Silverstone over the May Bank Holiday weekend, for the Silverstone Supercar event.

With round 2 of the FIA GT1 World Championship, as well as the FIA GT3 and GT4 European Championships, there were supercars galore. Having risen well before the crack of dawn and driven up from Devon, I made it to the circuit nice and earl... Read More >>

FIA GT3 European Championship at the Silverstone Supercar FIA GT3 European Championship at the Silverstone Supercar
Posted on: 03/05/2010

Cunhill and Bergmeister take first race of 2010 with Trackspeed Porsche - Callaway Corvette Z06 GT3 of Daniel Keilwitz and Christian Hohenadel take hard fought win in race 2

Race One of the first GT3 race on the new Silverstone layout, and the first race of the 2010 FIA GT3 European Championship, proved to be an action-packed hour,... Read More >>

Hondas Ron Haslam Race School Moves To Silverstone Hondas Ron Haslam Race School Moves To Silverstone
Posted on: 23/04/2010

Honda’s acclaimed Ron Haslam Race School has moved venue for 2010 to the ‘Home of British Motorsport’ at Silverstone, which now hosts the world’s and Britain’s top-class two-wheel championships with MotoGP and both the British and World Superbike championships.

Now in its fourteenth year, the Ron Haslam School c... Read More >>

NAKAJIMA SETS TESTING PACE AT NEW SILVERSTONE ARENA CIRCUIT NAKAJIMA SETS TESTING PACE AT NEW SILVERSTONE ARENA CIRCUIT
Posted on: 23/04/2010

Japanese driver stars in F3 dress rehearsal for May Day circuit baptism

Japanese driver Daisuke Nakajima set the pace in testing today (Wednesday) on the new Silverstone Arena Grand Prix circuit, the Raikkonen Robertson racer lapping the Northamptonshire track - which is set to get its race christening from the Cooper Tires British Formula ... Read More >>

JORDAN TRESSON WINS PLAYSTATION AND NISSAN GRAN TURISMO ACADEMY 2010 JORDAN TRESSON WINS PLAYSTATION AND NISSAN GRAN TURISMO ACADEMY 2010
Posted on: 23/04/2010

26-year-old Frenchman will compete in the European GT Cup

Jordan Tresson has been announced as the winner of GT Academy 2010. The 21-year-old Frenchman completed a short head-to-head test yesterday on Silverstone’s new Grand Prix circuit against friend and rival Luca Lorenzini. The pair drove five flying laps each in the 420bhp Nissan ... Read More >>

GRID BOOST FOR BRITISH F3 AT SILVERSTONE GRID BOOST FOR BRITISH F3 AT SILVERSTONE
Posted on: 20/04/2010

The Cooper Tires British F3 grid is set to gain another talented young British driver next month when Alexander Sims joins the field for the championship's Silverstone rounds. The 22-year-old, currently riding high in the F3 Euro Series, will make his British F3 debut as part of a three-car squad entered by French-based team ART Grand Prix.

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Red Bull Pro Nationals, Red Bull X-Fighters Jams And Dougie Lampkin To Leap Into Action At Silverstone MotoGP Red Bull Pro Nationals, Red Bull X-Fighters Jams And Dougie Lampkin To Leap Into Action At Silverstone MotoGP
Posted on: 20/04/2010

- World-class off-track entertainment confirmed for Silverstone MotoGP: All included in MotoGP ticket price

Silverstone is delighted to announce it has secured the Red Bull Pro Nationals motocross championships, the Red Bull X-Fighters Jams and trials legend Dougie Lampkin as part of its world-class entertainment package for the MotoGP 2010 ... Read More >>

Silverstone Supercar - FIA GT1 World Championship Round 2 Silverstone Supercar - FIA GT1 World Championship Round 2
Posted on: 14/04/2010

The opening race in the new FIA GT1 World Championship take place this weekend at Yas Marina Circuit, in Abu Dhabi.

Aston Martin's DBR9 goes head to head with the Maserati MC12, Ford GT, Corvette C6R, Nissan GTR, and Lamborghini M... Read More >>

Win a chance to join an F1 team on the Silverstone Pit Wall on Grand Prix Race Day! Win a chance to join an F1 team on the Silverstone Pit Wall on Grand Prix Race Day!
Posted on: 04/04/2010

Book a Sunday or Three day general admission or grandstand ticket by midday on the 30th April 2010 for your chance to win this awesome prize!

British Grand Prix - Sunday 11th July

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Caterham R300 Championship - Rounds 1 & 2 Caterham R300 Championship - Rounds 1 & 2
Posted on: 04/04/2010

Jonathan Walker, reigning R300 champion, showed that he won’t be giving up his crown without a fight this year…

April showers brought out the weather forecaster within every R300 competitor and team at the opening round on Easter weekend.  On Saturday morning, the cars had an extended wait in the collecting area for qualify... Read More >>

British Formula 3 Championship Preview British Formula 3 Championship Preview
Posted on: 25/03/2010

FORMULA 3 ALL SET FOR A SUPERB SEASON

With a thrilling new event format, 30 races a year and a grid swollen with talent from both home and abroad, the 2010 Cooper Tires British Formula 3 International Series - which gets underway at Oulton Park over Easter (3-5 Apr) - promises to provide a spectacular feast of track action - and maybe a future Gran... Read More >>

OLI WEBB SETS THE PACE ON FINAL TEST DAY OF F3 TEST OLI WEBB SETS THE PACE ON FINAL TEST DAY OF F3 TEST
Posted on: 25/03/2010

Fortec driver Oli Webb gave his pre-season hopes for the forthcoming Cooper Tires British F3 season a major boost today in the final day of testing ahead of the championship's first race.

Knutsford-based Webb topped by the timesheets by a two-hundredth of a second margin, and went six-hundredths better than yesterday's best time, which was ... Read More >>

Avon Tyres British GT Championship - Everything You Need To Know Avon Tyres British GT Championship - Everything You Need To Know
Posted on: 25/03/2010

Reigning champion team Preci-Spark led the squads taking part in the two-day 'Balance of Performance' test at Silverstone yesterday, ahead of the opening rounds of the 2010 Avon Tyres British GT Championship.

The Preci-Spark team's Ascari KZR1, which in the hands of brothers David and Godfrey Jones last year claimed three race victories and... Read More >>

British GT Championship - On Board the Ferrari F430 Scuderia GT3 & Ginetta G50 GT4 British GT Championship - On Board the Ferrari F430 Scuderia GT3 & Ginetta G50 GT4
Posted on: 25/03/2010

On Wednesday 24th March the new look Silverstone hosted the official launch and media day of the 2010 Avon Tyres British GT and Formula 3 championships. I made the journey from Devon to Northamptonshire to see what’s new for 2010, and to get a feel for the state of play in Britain’s fastest car racing championships.

It was also a great... Read More >>

1000cc Superstock Will Be First To Race On New Silverstone Arena Circuit! 1000cc Superstock Will Be First To Race On New Silverstone Arena Circuit!
Posted on: 17/03/2010

Top class support race package for 2010 AirAsia British Grand Prix

MotoGP,  the  world’s  premier motorcycle race series, returns to Silverstone on 18-20 June and the Northamptonshire Circuit has announced details of a top class support race package for the 2010 AirAsia British Grand Prix.

In addition to the t... Read More >>

MOUNTUNE INCREASES POWER FOR FORMULA TWO IN 2010 MOUNTUNE INCREASES POWER FOR FORMULA TWO IN 2010
Posted on: 16/03/2010

Mountune Racing has increased the F2 engine performance to 425bhp for the 2010 season.

Mountune Racing, a part of the Performance Engineering division of Revolve Technologies, has announced an increase in engine power for the 2010 season of Formula Two from 400bhp to 425bhp, with overboost power increased to 480bhp.

The improv... Read More >>

Silverstone Track Works Nearing Completion Silverstone Track Works Nearing Completion
Posted on: 11/03/2010

Work on the new Grand Prix Circuit at Silverstone is nearing completion, as the Northamptonshire venue’s multi-million pound investment in a new track layout and improved spectator facilities remains on schedule to be finished by the end of March.

The new circuit will host a number of world class events in 2010, including the FORMULA... Read More >>

20% Off Ferrari Experiences Booked Before 5th April! 20% Off Ferrari Experiences Booked Before 5th April!
Posted on: 11/03/2010

Silverstone are offering a huge 20% discount on their Ferrari Experience this Easter!

Was £249 - now just £199


This Easter enjoy a different type of treat and hop into a Ferrari 360. This Driving Experience provides you with 10 glorious laps around one of Silverstone's famous circuits. You'll warm-up and learn the racing... Read More >>

Silverstone General Admission Race Day Tickets Sold Out for 2010 F1 British Grand Prix Silverstone General Admission Race Day Tickets Sold Out for 2010 F1 British Grand Prix
Posted on: 11/03/2010
  • Grandstand tickets available for all days
  • General Admission tickets still on sale for Practice and Qualifying
  • NEW Grandstand seats at Arena and Chapel

Following a high level of demand for tickets to the 2010 FORMULA 1 SANTANDER BRITISH GRAND PRIX (9-11 July), Silverstone has announced that ‘General Admiss... Read More >>

JORDAN, HERBERT AND SCHMITZ LINE UP TO JUDGE GT ACADEMY 2010 JORDAN, HERBERT AND SCHMITZ LINE UP TO JUDGE GT ACADEMY 2010
Posted on: 23/02/2010

Eddie Jordan, Johnny Herbert and Sabine Schmitz to sit on judging panel at Silverstone for the international final of Nissan and PlayStation®’s virtual-to-real racer quest

Former Formula One team boss Eddie Jordan will be reunited with one of his protégés, Le Mans 24 Hour and three-time-F1-winner Johnny Herbert, at Si... Read More >>

Silverstone Arena Circuit Gets Green Light For 2010 British Grand Prix Silverstone Arena Circuit Gets Green Light For 2010 British Grand Prix
Posted on: 12/02/2010

Silverstone Circuits Limited has confirmed that, following approval from Formula One Management (FOM), the 2010 FORMULA 1 SANTANDER BRITISH GRAND PRIX (9-11 July) will be staged on Silverstone’s new Arena Grand Prix Circuit*.

Silverstone has released this computer generated image of how Silverstone’s new Arena Grand Prix circuit... Read More >>

Silverstone - 2010 Race Events & Discounts on Driving Experiences Silverstone - 2010 Race Events & Discounts on Driving Experiences
Posted on: 12/02/2010

With the 2010 FORMULA 1 SANTANDER BRITISH GRAND PRIX and the 2010 AirAsia British Grand Prix (MotoGP) already confirmed, Silverstone has now released their full 2010 race calendar - and it is packed with the very best in both national and international motorsport.

Silverstone are welcoming back several established events, inclu... Read More >>

Bentleys Back at Silverstone Celebrating 30 Years of the Mighty Mulsanne on 7th August 2010 Bentleys Back at Silverstone Celebrating 30 Years of the Mighty Mulsanne on 7th August 2010
Posted on: 02/02/2010

Celebrating 30 Years of the Mighty Mulsanne

The Bentley Drivers Club will return to Silverstone for its 61st Annual Race Meeting on 7th August 2010, continuing its unbroken run of annual BDC events at the circuit, from 1949 right through to the present day. In 2010, however, the Bentley Drivers Club will be celebrating a very special anniver... Read More >>

Its all Go!Go!Go! on the development of Silverstone! Its all Go!Go!Go! on the development of Silverstone!
Posted on: 27/01/2010

Key work on the circuit and venue is underway

Work on the new Arena Grand Prix circuit and improved spectator viewing facilities is well underway at Silverstone. The Northamptonshire circuit has got off to a flying start in its efforts to complete dramatic updates to both the circuit and venue.

Richard Phillips, Managing Director of Silver... Read More >>

Silverstone to Host British Round of World Superbikes 30July-1Aug Silverstone to Host British Round of World Superbikes 30July-1Aug
Posted on: 22/01/2010

Silverstone Circuits Limited is pleased to announce that it has added Britain’s round of the FIM Superbike World Championship to its portfolio of world class events in 2010.

The Northamptonshire circuit has stepped in to agree a new, short term contract with Infront Motor Sports (the commercial rights holder for the FIM S... Read More >>

Silverstone - 2010 General Testing Dates and Booking Silverstone - 2010 General Testing Dates and Booking
Posted on: 20/01/2010

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Silverstone Announces All Star Line-Up Of Events In 2010 Silverstone Announces All Star Line-Up Of Events In 2010
Posted on: 12/01/2010

Having recently announced that it will host the FORMULA 1 SANTANDER BRITISH GRAND PRIX on 9-11 July, Silverstone Circuit has now released its event calendar for 2010. The Northamptonshire venue offers the very best in both national and international motor sport, including MotoGP on a newly configured circuit at The Home of British Motor Racing in June of this y... Read More >>

World debut of new 911 GT3 R leads Porsche display at Autosport International show World debut of new 911 GT3 R leads Porsche display at Autosport International show
Posted on: 08/01/2010
  • 480bhp 911 GT3 R race car unveiled
  • Racing Driver Development Programme from Porsche Human Performance Centre announced
  • Scholarship winners Euan Hankey and Michael Meadows prepare for their Porsche Carrera Cup GB Championship debut
  • GT3 Cup Challenge set for the new season
  • ... Read More >>
The New Silverstone Arena Grand Prix Circuit - More Details Emerge... The New Silverstone Arena Grand Prix Circuit - More Details Emerge...
Posted on: 06/01/2010

Following the successful signing of a new 17 year contract to hold the British Grand Prix, Silverstone are forging ahead with plans to redevelop the track.

It had already been revealed that the circuit would be altered after the announcement that MotoGP would visit the circuit in 2010, adding a new infield section and bypassing Bridge corner. Addi... Read More >>

Dates Announced For 848 Challenge Including Two BSB Rounds Dates Announced For 848 Challenge Including Two BSB Rounds
Posted on: 10/12/2009

The dates and venues have now been announced for the inaugural 848 Challenge race series. The 848 Challenge will be held over eight rounds including two televised BSB rounds and two overseas rounds at Misano and Assen.

New Era Motorcycle Club in association with Ducati UK and Chris Bushell (Ducati Desmo Due series organiser) have joined forc... Read More >>

Silverstone and BRDC win 17 year F1 British Grand Prix Deal - Tickets on Sale Now! Silverstone and BRDC win 17 year F1 British Grand Prix Deal - Tickets on Sale Now!
Posted on: 08/12/2009

Silverstone and the British Racing Drivers’ Club (BRDC) have announced that an agreement has been reached to secure the long term future of the FIA FORMULA 1 BRITISH GRAND PRIX.

The 17 year deal will see the UK’s most prestigious motor sport event remain at the Home of British Motor Racing in Northamptonshire.
 
Spe... Read More >>

Fans Rush for Silverstone F1 Tickets - Surely a British Driver Will Win in 2010! Fans Rush for Silverstone F1 Tickets - Surely a British Driver Will Win in 2010!
Posted on: 08/12/2009

Record ticket sales as F1 fans back British Grand Prix at Silverstone

£1 million worth of tickets sold within 24 hours of going on sale - Within 24 hours of announcing that the long term future of the FIA FORMULA 1 BRITISH GRAND PRIX had been secured at Silverstone, the Northamptonshire circuit has seen an unprecedented l... Read More >>

Tune in to Porsche Experience TV! Tune in to Porsche Experience TV!
Posted on: 03/12/2009

Porsche Experience TV is a new, unique concept developed by Porsche Cars GB that provides fans of the Stuttgart marque with high quality web-streamed films showcasing Porsche cars from past and present.

Visitors to www.porsche.co.uk/experience can view a selection of classic Porsche sports ca... Read More >>

MotoGP Tickets on sale - New Circuit Layout Unveiled! MotoGP Tickets on sale - New Circuit Layout Unveiled!
Posted on: 19/11/2009

MotoGP is the pinnacle of two-wheeled motorsport. In 2010 the World's fastest bikes and bravest riders including 9 times World Champion Valentino Rossi will return to Silverstone for the first time since 1986. With speeds approaching 200mph, it'll be worth the wait!

Dramatic alterations to the Silverstone Grand Prix circuit will present new ... Read More >>

Win a chance to be among the first to ride the new MotoGP circuit! Win a chance to be among the first to ride the new MotoGP circuit!
Posted on: 18/11/2009

Silverstone gearing up for NEC Bike Show Special - Exclusive Show offer on MotoGP tickets: up to 20% off ; Rossi, Stoner and Capirossi bikes on display, alongside new circuit layout

With Silverstone gearing up for the return of MotoGP in 2010, the iconic Northamptonshire circuit has lined up a series of exclus... Read More >>

Silverstone Circuit: Top Sporting Venue For Conferences And Meetings Silverstone Circuit: Top Sporting Venue For Conferences And Meetings
Posted on: 16/11/2009

Silverstone Circuit has again been ranked as the number one sporting venue in the Business Development Research Consultants (BDRC) VenueVerdict national benchmarking for conference and meeting venues, with an average visitor satisfaction score of 90.5 per cent.

The ‘Home of British Motor Racing’ headed a list of 25 sporting venue... Read More >>

Porsche 911 evolution competition challenges enthusiasts Porsche 911 evolution competition challenges enthusiasts
Posted on: 13/11/2009

Porsche is inviting enthusiasts to test their knowledge of the marque and identify specific Porsche 911 sports cars purely by their distinctive engine sounds.

To celebrate the launch of the new Evolution 911 course at the Porsche Experience Centre, Silverstone, enthusiasts can log on to www.pors... Read More >>

SILVERSTONE AND RENAULTSPORT TEAM UP FOR NEW TEEN DRIVE SILVERSTONE AND RENAULTSPORT TEAM UP FOR NEW TEEN DRIVE
Posted on: 13/11/2009

Silverstone has teamed up with Renaultsport to provide a new driving experience, Rookie Drive, to provide essential driver training for teenagers.

The Rookie Drive road skills initiative provides an ideal opportunity for teenagers aged 13 years and over to get their first experience behind the wheel of a car.  And not just any car, but today&rsq... Read More >>

Silverstone Unveils New Experiential Driving And Test Complex Silverstone Unveils New Experiential Driving And Test Complex
Posted on: 11/11/2009

Silverstone has unveiled details of its brand new Stowe Complex – a unique collection of customer focused test track facilities, hospitality units and pit garages.

Due for completion by March 2010, Stowe Complex will spearhead Silverstone’s growing reputation as a venue for product and experiential programmes for automotive manu... Read More >>

MISSION COMPLETE: NISSAN TOP GUN DRIVER NAMED MISSION COMPLETE: NISSAN TOP GUN DRIVER NAMED
Posted on: 09/11/2009

    * A thrilling conclusion to Nissan Race Academy 2009 crowns this year’s Top Gun driver
    * Craig Currie from Newark, Nottinghamshire had the driving skills to see off all challengers
    * Winning driver came out on top in gruelling series of contests and drives away with a full racing seaso... Read More >>

Silverstone Has The Perfect Xmas Gifts For Petrolheads! Silverstone Has The Perfect Xmas Gifts For Petrolheads!
Posted on: 07/11/2009

Check out these offers from Silverstone - some superb value driving days for parents and teenage kids are available in some of the most exciting supercars on sale today.

 

 

 

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ABARTH INTRODUCES TROFEO GB SERIES WITH OFFICIAL LAUNCH DAY ABARTH INTRODUCES TROFEO GB SERIES WITH OFFICIAL LAUNCH DAY
Posted on: 29/10/2009

Comedian Patrick Kielty and supermodel Jodie Kidd were among guests at Silverstone race circuit last week as Abarth launched the UK version of its hugely successful Trofeo 500 race series.

The one-make series, featuring Abarth’s potent new 500 Assetto Corse race cars, has proved a remarkable success on the International ra... Read More >>

Silverstone reveals 2008 Financial Results Silverstone reveals 2008 Financial Results
Posted on: 22/10/2009

Silverstone Holdings Limited has announced its results for the Financial Year to December 30th 2008.

These results include the income from Silverstone’s property interests and circuit activity, including the income and profits from the 2008 Formula 1 Santander British Grand Prix.

Turnover: £38,226,000... Read More >>

Driving enthusiasts polish their skills at launch of YouDrive@Porsche course Driving enthusiasts polish their skills at launch of YouDrive@Porsche course
Posted on: 20/10/2009

On Saturday 10 October, a group of 70 drivers and their partners arrived at Silverstone to put themselves and their own cars to the test at the bespoke Porsche Experience Centre facility for the launch of the first YouDrive@Porsche course offered by Porsche Cars GB.

YouDrive is a fun and action-packed half-day programme for drivers of all backgrounds. ... Read More >>

Fast and Fun Gifts for Christmas from Silverstone! Fast and Fun Gifts for Christmas from Silverstone!
Posted on: 19/10/2009

Launching the ALL NEW Lamborghini Thrill - £99 Silverstone Christmas Super Choice Voucher on sale NOW

Silverstone  –  The  Home  of  British  Motor  Racing  –  has  the  perfect  gift  for  loved  ones  this  Christmas, provid... Read More >>

Silverstone Launch New Website Silverstone Launch New Website
Posted on: 13/10/2009

The new Silverstone website has a simple but important purpose; to deliver the excitement and quality of the Silverstone experience, online.

In response to customer suggestions, Silverstone's new site combines high quality photography with engaging video to bring racing experiences to life. Along with the latest news and in-depth content it's now even easi... Read More >>

Camier wins British Superbike Championship; Supersport Class Still Wide Open Camier wins British Superbike Championship; Supersport Class Still Wide Open
Posted on: 30/09/2009

Round eleven – 27 September – Silverstone - MCE Insurance British Superbike Championship in association with Pirelli

Camier wins championship in opening race – Ellison race winner next time out
 
Leon Camier clinched the MCE Insurance British Superbike Championship in association with Pirelli as... Read More >>

Rossi’s Yamaha M1 To Feature In MotoGP Display At Silverstone Round Of BSB Rossi’s Yamaha M1 To Feature In MotoGP Display At Silverstone Round Of BSB
Posted on: 23/09/2009

Silverstone opens its gates for the penultimate round of the MCE Insurance British Superbike Championship (BSB) this weekend (26/27 September), when one of the most competitive two-wheeled race series in the world returns to the famous Northamptonshire circuit.

Leon Camier has carved out a significant lead in the championship and is likely to be cr... Read More >>

Camier eyes title glory in British Superbikes at Silverstone 25-27 September Camier eyes title glory in British Superbikes at Silverstone 25-27 September
Posted on: 21/09/2009

Round eleven – 25/26/27 September – Silverstone - MCE Insurance British Superbike Championship in association with Pirelli
 
Leon Camier has the opportunity to seal the MCE Insurance British Superbike Championship in association with Pirelli in the opening race of this Sunday’s penultimate round at Silverstone. The Airw... Read More >>

Camier on track to become BSB Champion at Silverstone - 26-27 September Camier on track to become BSB Champion at Silverstone - 26-27 September
Posted on: 17/09/2009

MotoGP Legends Mamola, Parrish, McWilliams, Mackenzie and McElnea are heading to Silverstone Round Of BSB for Q&A / autograph sessions with Silverstone fans, just part of the spectacular line-up of free off-track entertainment.

The MCE British Superbike Championship (BSB ) heads to Silverstone on 26/27 September, for the penultimate r... Read More >>

1996 F1 Champion Damon Hill Honoured by New Work Of Art Unveiled at RAC Club 1996 F1 Champion Damon Hill Honoured by New Work Of Art Unveiled at RAC Club
Posted on: 17/09/2009

The Royal Automobile Club’s long standing tradition of honouring Britain’s Formula One World Championship winning drivers in oils and canvas has been continued today with the unveiling of the latest painting that will adorn the wall of the Clubhouse in Pall Mall, London.

The painting, by noted artist Michael Turner, depicts 1996 World ... Read More >>

ASTON MARTIN RACING – 2009 LE MANS SERIES CHAMPIONS! ASTON MARTIN RACING – 2009 LE MANS SERIES CHAMPIONS!
Posted on: 14/09/2009

Aston Martin Racing is crowned the 2009 Le Mans Series champion claiming the Team and Driver titles 50 years on from Aston Martin winning the World Sportscar Championship in 1959 with the DBR1.

The 007 Gulf liveried LMP1 car of Jan Charouz (CZ), Tomáš Enge (CZ) and Stefan Mücke (DE) finished third in the final round of the Le Man... Read More >>

British Superbikes @ Silverstone, 26th & 27th September British Superbikes @ Silverstone, 26th & 27th September
Posted on: 10/09/2009

The MCE Insurance British Superbike Championship heads to Silverstone on the 26/27 September for its penultimate round. Be there to witness dramatic knee-down, fairing-banging racing from the best riders in the UK.

As the championship nears its end, don’t miss your chance to see some of Britain’s best riders, including Leon Camier, Jame... Read More >>

ASTON MARTIN AIMS FOR LE MANS SERIES GLORY AT SILVERSTONE ASTON MARTIN AIMS FOR LE MANS SERIES GLORY AT SILVERSTONE
Posted on: 09/09/2009

Fresh from its incredible podium clean sweep at the ADAC Nürburgring 1000km in August, Aston Martin Racing heads to the final round of the 2009 Le Mans Series (LMS); the Autosport 1000km of Silverstone on 13 September to compete for the LMS Driver and Team titles.

After claiming first, second and third in Germany, the team is looking forward ... Read More >>

LE MANS SERIES 2009 - FINAL ROUND - AUTOSPORT 1000KM OF SILVERSTONE, 11-13 SEPTEMBER LE MANS SERIES 2009 - FINAL ROUND - AUTOSPORT 1000KM OF SILVERSTONE, 11-13 SEPTEMBER
Posted on: 26/08/2009

LMP1 - ASTON MARTIN RACING SET FOR CHAMPIONSHIP BATTLE ON HOME TARMAC

Aston Martin Racing’s decision to run a third Lola-Aston Martin LMP1 car at the penultimate round of the 2009 Le Mans Series Championship paid dividends when the team secured a clean sweep of the podium at the Nürburgring, Germany on Sunday. The number 007 car, in the... Read More >>

BRDC Members Give Green Light to Board at EGM BRDC Members Give Green Light to Board at EGM
Posted on: 26/08/2009

At  an  EGM  convened  at  Silverstone  on  Tuesday  25  August,  the  Members  of  the British Racing Drivers’ Club (BRDC) voted overwhelmingly to grant powers to their Board, authorising them to entertain offers of investment in Silverstone and its core land.

It was reiterate... Read More >>

F1 Star And Vulcan Bomber Set For BTCC Debuts At Silverstone F1 Star And Vulcan Bomber Set For BTCC Debuts At Silverstone
Posted on: 26/08/2009

- Johnny Herbert gearing up for debut BTCC drive with Team Dynamics
- Vulcan bomber taking to the skies for Silverstone display
- Bumper Bank Holiday entertainment!

Johnny Herbert is gearing up for his highly anticipated race debut in the HiQ MSA British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) at Silverstone this weekend (29/30 August). The f... Read More >>

Former F1 Star Herbert Targeting Victory On Btcc Debut After Successful Final Test Former F1 Star Herbert Targeting Victory On Btcc Debut After Successful Final Test
Posted on: 26/08/2009

Three times Formula 1 Grand Prix winner Johnny Herbert says he hopes to achieve podium finishes and maybe even a race victory on his debut in the HiQ MSA British Touring Car Championship at the Silverstone circuit this Sunday (30 August).

Herbert spent yesterday (Monday) testing the Team Dynamics squad's Honda Civic that he will drive in Sunday's ... Read More >>

'Superstar' Reid Returns To BTCC - Plato to start his 300th race 'Superstar' Reid Returns To BTCC - Plato to start his 300th race
Posted on: 25/08/2009

Superstar Anthony Reid will join Team RAC for the final three rounds of the HiQ MSA British Touring Car Championship starting at the Silverstone circuit in Northamptonshire this Sunday (30 August).

Reid, who has not been in the BTCC since 2004, will race a third Team RAC-entered BMW 320si alongside Stephen Jelley and Colin Turkington. Northern Irishman Turk... Read More >>

Former F1 Star Herbert Prepares For BTCC Debut At Former F1 Star Herbert Prepares For BTCC Debut At "Special" Silverstone
Posted on: 21/08/2009

Former F1 star Johnny Herbert says there couldn't be a better circuit than Silverstone - scene of his memorable British Grand Prix victory in the mid-Nineties - at which to make his much anticipated race debut in the HiQ MSA British Touring Car Championship (Sunday 30 August).

Herbert has signed to race in the final three events of the UK's premie... Read More >>

VX RACING AIMS FOR LEAD AT SILVERSTONE VX RACING AIMS FOR LEAD AT SILVERSTONE
Posted on: 21/08/2009

VX Racing will race at the team’s home circuit next weekend, as the eighth round of the HiQ MSA British Touring Car Championship takes place at the Silverstone Circuit in Northamptonshire. VX Racing, based in Banbury, will be aiming to use the home advantage to the full as they battle to retain all three BTCC titles this season. The team’s drivers, ... Read More >>

Worlds Best Pilots Ready to Fight for World Aerobatic Title at Silverstone 20-29 August Worlds Best Pilots Ready to Fight for World Aerobatic Title at Silverstone 20-29 August
Posted on: 19/08/2009

The waiting is over; 23 years after the World Aerobatic Championships last came to Britain the World’s best pilots are poised to fight for the title of World Aerobatic Champion at Silverstone over the next 10 days.

Sixty pilots from 18 countries will compete for both the individual and the team title in the World Aerobatic Championships 2009 ... Read More >>

BTCC Drivers swap wheels for wings! BTCC Drivers swap wheels for wings!
Posted on: 19/08/2009

BTCC drivers living the highlife at Silverstone - BTCC heading for the Home of British Motor Racing, 29-30 August - Silverstone hosts the 2009 World Aerobatic Championships, 28-29 August

Marking a first for Silverstone, the Northamptonshire circuit will be hosting two major championships - one national and one international - at the same... Read More >>

Correa Secures double podium finishes in Silverstone F3 Correa Secures double podium finishes in Silverstone F3
Posted on: 18/08/2009

Litespeed F3’s Victor Corrêa secured his third place in the Cooper Tires British F3 International Series this weekend, with two third place podiums and only two race weekends left of the championship. Riding 62 points ahead of his nearest rival, Max Snegirev, the young Brazilian looks set for a podium finish in his first year in F3.

Whi... Read More >>

Two New Victors in The Super Trofeo at Silverstone Two New Victors in The Super Trofeo at Silverstone
Posted on: 18/08/2009

The Lamborghini Blancpain Super Trofeo series set the pace at Silverstone, UK, on 15-16 August 2009, with the Italian marque providing the fastest sportscar race action. The one-make series contested its 10th, 11th and 12th rounds on the British circuit, welcoming Reiter Engineering’s Peter Kox and Marc A. Hayek as well as Autovitesse’s Jonathan Coc... Read More >>

SILVERSTONE F3 SUCCESS FOR RICCIARDO & VAN DER ZANDE SILVERSTONE F3 SUCCESS FOR RICCIARDO & VAN DER ZANDE
Posted on: 17/08/2009

Daniel Ricciardo edged ever closer to the 2009 Cooper Tires British Formula 3 International Series championship title on Sunday at Silverstone, the Carlin Motorsport driver netting one race win and a third-place finish, ahead of his chief title rival Walter Grubmuller, to increase his points advantage to 45 with only four races remaining. Grubmüller's... Read More >>

BRITISH GT: MTECH TEAM VICTORIOUS AT SILVERSTONE BRITISH GT: MTECH TEAM VICTORIOUS AT SILVERSTONE
Posted on: 17/08/2009

Duncan Cameron and Matt Griffin took their, and MTECH's, first Avon Tyres British GT victory at Silverstone last weekend. The pair led for much of the two hours and ultimately won the race by half a minute, giving the 2009-spec Ferrari 430 its first success in the series.

Cameron started the Ferrari from pole and led the opening stages from the Inv... Read More >>

JOHNNY HERBERT TO RACE CIVIC TYPE R IN BTCC JOHNNY HERBERT TO RACE CIVIC TYPE R IN BTCC
Posted on: 14/08/2009

Former F1 racer Johnny Herbert has been signed to drive the Honda Civic Type R for the final three rounds of the British Touring Car Championship season. The Ex-F1 ace will race for Team Dynamics who have won the championship twice with Honda in the past five years.

Johnny, who won three races during his F1 career, will take over from James Thompson for the... Read More >>

Silverstone Serving Up Double Treat Over August Bank Holiday Silverstone Serving Up Double Treat Over August Bank Holiday
Posted on: 13/08/2009

BTCC heading for the Home of British Motor Racing, 29-30 August and The 2009 World Aerobatic Championships, 28-29 August

As one of the most competitive domestic racing series, the HiQ MSA British Touring Car Championship is always a highlight of Silverstone’s calendar, with the eighth round of the BTCC taking place at the Home of British... Read More >>

See Ronnie O'Sullivan make his motorsport debut at Silverstone 15-16 August! See Ronnie O'Sullivan make his motorsport debut at Silverstone 15-16 August!
Posted on: 11/08/2009

Three-time World Snooker Champion Ronnie O’Sullivan is swapping the green baize for tarmac at Silverstone this weekend (15/16 Aug) when he makes his motorsport debut at the wheel of a 130mph racing saloon in the Volkswagen Racing Cup in association with Hankook.

‘Rocket Ronnie’, who holds the world record for a 147 clearance ... Read More >>

Team Indonesia A1 GP driver Satrio to make F3 debut at Silverstone 15-16 August Team Indonesia A1 GP driver Satrio to make F3 debut at Silverstone 15-16 August
Posted on: 11/08/2009

25 year old Adil ‘Satrio’ Hermanto will make his British F3 debut this coming weekend at Silverstone, driving in National Class with Litespeed F3.

‘We are delighted that Satrio will be racing with us for the next couple of weekends,’ said Steve Kenchington, Director of Engineering, Litespeed F3. ‘He complements the in... Read More >>

Fastest One-Make Series Visits Silverstone Fastest One-Make Series Visits Silverstone
Posted on: 10/08/2009

Having supported the 24 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps in Belgium, the Lamborghini Blancpain Super Trofeo series makes its way across the English Channel to Silverstone, UK, on 15-16 August 2009.
The world’s only four-wheel drive one make series will support the British F3 and British GT Championships on one of the world’s most famous circuits. The h... Read More >>

Silverstone Showdown for British F3 - 15/16 August Silverstone Showdown for British F3 - 15/16 August
Posted on: 06/08/2009

Ricciardo bids to win again as his title rivals turn on the pressure

With just six races remaining in which to decide the outcome of the Cooper Tires British F3 International Series, next weekend's (15/16 Aug) double-header at Silverstone will be crucial to the hopes of the title aspirants. British Formula 3 has rarely been more competitive and exc... Read More >>

 An evening with Murray Walker An evening with Murray Walker
Posted on: 05/08/2009

Thursday 23 October 2009
Come and help Murray celebrate 60 years in motor sport, most of them as the voice of Formula 1 commentary, at this most special black tie evening of dinner and unique entertainment to be held at the Marriott Hotel Grosvenor Square, ... Read More >>

F3 & British GT head for Silverstone, 15-16 August F3 & British GT head for Silverstone, 15-16 August
Posted on: 03/08/2009

Get yourself to the home of British Motorsport to see Exotic Supercars battle for the British GT Championship and the latest hot talent in F3!

Silverstones GP Circuit hosts the next rounds of the British GT & F3 championships and as we approach the ends of their respective seasons, the battles are hotting up.

Cooper Tyres Britis... Read More >>

2010 Moto GP Dates Announced! 2010 Moto GP Dates Announced!
Posted on: 28/07/2009

Provisional date confirmed for Silverstone round of 2010 MotoGP as 4th-6th June 2010 - Tickets on sale now, from as little as £12

Silverstone is pleased to confirm that the provisional date for the 2010 British Motorcycle Grand Prix (MotoGP) is 4-6 June*. Circuit Managing Director Richard Phillips is pictured below pointing out circuit modifi... Read More >>

Lotus Silverstone appeals to the track health conscious Lotus Silverstone appeals to the track health conscious
Posted on: 22/07/2009

Lotus Silverstone, the new franchise owned and operated by the Northants circuit, is introducing a unique Track Health Check (THC) service.

To launch the service - which will cost £50 per vehicle - the dealership will be running a complementar... Read More >>

EXCLUSIVE: Richard Phillips, MD of Silverstone Circuits EXCLUSIVE: Richard Phillips, MD of Silverstone Circuits
Posted on: 21/07/2009

Chris Jenkins, Editor (CJ): Richard, first of all thank you for meeting with us, please can you tell us a little about your background and when you first took on the role as MD of Silverstone? 
 
Richard Phillips, MD Silverstone Circuits (RP): I’ve spent 25 years in the world of sport, having ... Read More >>

Ford Fair at Silverstone on 2nd August! Ford Fair at Silverstone on 2nd August!
Posted on: 21/07/2009

Special anniversary cavalcade at Ford Fair – Anglias and Capris unite!

Ford Fair, Europe’s biggest and best all-Ford event is coming to Silverstone on Sunday 2nd August, celebrating two major Ford milestones - the 50th anniversary of the Anglia 105E and the Capri's 40th.
The ultimate celebration one of Britain’s greatest automotive... Read More >>

Spot The Fast And Famous At The Silverstone Classic on 24th-26th July Spot The Fast And Famous At The Silverstone Classic on 24th-26th July
Posted on: 16/07/2009

Northamptonshire is gearing up to welcome famous names on both stage and track at the Silverstone Classic on the 24th to 26th July. Motor racing heroes get behind the wheel of automotive legends, whilst international music stars Santana, the Pussycat Dolls, and Blue tune up for evening concerts, included in the entry price!

Where else but at the S... Read More >>

IMechE Formula Student @Silverstone 16-19 July 2009 IMechE Formula Student @Silverstone 16-19 July 2009
Posted on: 16/07/2009

Do you want to see the world’s first single-seater fuel-cell racing car built from scratch? Or electric and hybrid cars that could pave the way for a greener future for us all? Meet the 3,000 students from 41 countries around the world that have made up this year’s Institution of Mechanical Engineers Formula Student competition – the biggest in Eu... Read More >>

Silverstone Classic - Friday 24th - Sunday 26th July Silverstone Classic - Friday 24th - Sunday 26th July
Posted on: 06/07/2009

The Silverstone Classic is a three day celebration of motoring excellence, which sees eight decades and arguably Europe's largest gathering of classic racing cars come together for a weekend of classic racing and en... Read More >>

Nigel Mansell Samples World Series Car Nigel Mansell Samples World Series Car
Posted on: 04/07/2009
1992 Formula One World Champion Nigel Mansell had his first taste of the Formula Renault 3.5 race car when he drove his son Greg’s Ultimate Motorsport Dallara at Silverstone after Friday testing in preparation for his demonstration laps on Sunday in front of the large crowd expected for the UK round of the 2009 World Series by Renault. 
This was... Read More >>
 Legends of British motor sport salute record Silverstone crowds Legends of British motor sport salute record Silverstone crowds
Posted on: 22/06/2009

A record breaking 310,000-strong crowd enjoys “phenomenal” British Grand Prix - 20,000 fans stay behind to see British legends at Grand Prix Party.
British drivers Jenson Button and Lewis Hamilton joined a host of British motor sport legends and current F1 drivers on Sunday evening at Silverstone’s post-race Grand Prix Party, the circu... Read More >>

 Silverstone’s Grand Prix Party supported by past and present F1 legends Silverstone’s Grand Prix Party supported by past and present F1 legends
Posted on: 04/06/2009

- Exclusive access to F1 driver signing session for fans 

- Limited number of tickets still available

Silverstone is anticipating that the 2009 FORMULA 1 SANTANDER BRITISH GRAND PRIX, taking place on 19-21 June, will be one of the biggest and best Grands Prix in the history of the circuit. With British driver Jenson Button currently leadin... Read More >>

 Open Weekend at new Lotus Silverstone dealership Open Weekend at new Lotus Silverstone dealership
Posted on: 03/06/2009
Silverstone Circuit, the home of British Motor Racing, is due to open the doors to its first franchised dealership on its 800-acre Northamptonshire site on Saturday 6 June. 
The brand new Lotus showroom becomes the venue’s maiden venture into the world of motor retailing as it continues to diversify from its core motor racing business. A ne... Read More >>
 Hilton Racing membership Hilton Racing membership
Posted on: 02/06/2009
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Faster, faster! Faster, faster!
Posted on: 26/02/2009

Track modifications at Silverstone Circuit look set to make it one of the fastest circuits on the MotoGP calendar when the FIM MotoGP World Championship heads to the iconic Northamptonshire venue from 2010 onwards.

The new circuit, which will feature a spectacular new section of track running from the approach at Abbey corner to a tightening 'Arrowhead' h... Read More >>
 
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