Grand Prix of Great Britain
Silverstone Circuit
Circuit Highlights
The fastest track on the calendar
Silverstone is a converted WWII airfield — 5.9km and 17 corners, with long, flowing sections that let MotoGP bikes run at their highest sustained speeds all season.
First race after the summer break
The British GP kicks off the second half of the MotoGP season after the mid-year shutdown. Riders come back fresh, and the paddock arrives with a reset championship picture.
Sprint weekend format
Saturday sprint race + Sunday main event. Qualifying and the sprint run back-to-back on Saturday afternoon.
Open, exposed circuit
Silverstone sits on flat former airfield land with little natural shelter. Wind and weather move across the site quickly — pack for it regardless of the forecast.
The Vale
The final-corner run from Stowe toward Club Corner is repeatedly rated one of the best vantage points on the circuit — you see riders exit Stowe and accelerate flat out toward the last chicane.
Traffic is the real first-timer test
Getting in and out of Silverstone is the single biggest logistics challenge of the weekend — more so than anything that happens on track. Plan transport before anything else.
Race Weekend Schedule
Friday, Aug 7
- — Moto3 Free Practice
- — Moto2 Free Practice
- — MotoGP Free Practice 1 (FP1)
- — MotoGP Practice
Saturday, Aug 8
- — Moto3 Qualifying + Race
- — Moto2 Qualifying + Race
- — MotoGP Qualifying
- — MotoGP Sprint Race
Sunday, Aug 9
- — Moto3 Race
- — Moto2 Race
- — MotoGP Warm-Up
- — MotoGP Race
Quick FAQ
What time do gates open at Silverstone?
Gates open at 7:30 AM Friday and Saturday, and 6:30 AM on Sunday. Car parks open 30 minutes before the gates.
Should I drive to Silverstone?
You can, but do not follow your sat nav on arrival. Silverstone's own guidance is to follow the blue public parking route and the traffic marshals instead. Parking must be booked in advance — there is no on-site payment.
Can I camp at Silverstone?
Yes. There is no camping inside the circuit boundary, but several official and private sites sit just outside it — some a 5-10 minute walk from the gates.
Is Silverstone worth attending for all three days?
If you can manage it, yes. Friday has the smallest crowds and is the best day to scout viewing spots. Saturday adds the sprint race, podium proximity, and live music.