Got to do the pit walk on the Thursday and ran on the track on sunday and got some incredible pictures and a couple pieces of broken front wing We waited outside Lewis Hamiltons garage afterwards and got some brilliant pictures of Lewis on the fence and the highlight was seeing that redbull back on the podium! General Admission is a great way to experience the race at a lower cost than grandstand tickets. If I buy General Admission tickets is there a specific place I can sit or is it standing room only? do we get to sit in a grandstand? Hi Kev! More on this in the sections below, including some outfit examples at the bottom of the page. Youll get a brilliant view of cars flying down the Wellington Straight, the end of which is partial to a few braking zone crashes. I have also been told that the weekend ticket allows you to roam the circuit through FP1 Fp2 etc. I just bought General Admission ticket for Saturdays qualifying session. Answer 1 of 3: Hi! Hi. THURSDAY PIT WALK Thank you so much in advance, I am quite nervous! hi, I am trying to pick the prefect spot for my husband and his father (surprise 50th and Christmas) to attend silver f1 2015, I was looking at Stowe A and B. unsure which was really better as they are quite far away from track but I liked that it was an overtaking corner. https://www.formulanerds.com/news/alonso-and-aston-martin-keep-red-bull-at-bay-in-final-practice/, I have no grip, no grip - Verstappen on the hards just booked weekend tickets for husbands Christmas present Copse C. Never been to FI before so hoping I have made a good choice. I was looking at the tickets and found band 12 :national straight but not sure if theyre any good, they got cover, but does it matter. For example I reckon this years GP weekend will cost about 300. Answer 1 of 3: Hi! This area is absolutely buzzing since the circuit revamp, and tickets always sell out months before the race. all the tickets are same price. Marta. Bottas fan! Silverstone Official Hospitality Packages - Home Page Discover the best hospitality Discover more Experience incredible trackside action with our superb range of hospitality packages. I have been organising a surprise for my hubby 40th since sept was all researched and booked at donnington only for the change of venue to happen!!! I hope the sun shines for you all. Next up well combineThe View, Farm Curve and Villiage. Farm Curve Grandstand. My dad is taking me to Silverstone for the first time for my birthday weekend. Im booking tickets for my husband and his father. How should I send it to you? All Rights Reserved. Is this correct or is my memory failing!? Stowe is often a spot for overtaking after the DRS zone and Abbey is the first corner of the start finish line so great for the start of the race. Thanks Simon. Hi You wont have a reserved grandstand seat, instead it will be first-come first-served in the stands you have access to. Hi Catherine. Usually with GA tickets in Silverstone you would need to be at the track at 6am to get to the best locations, but with these more premium areas you probably don't need to rush in, as they should hopefully limit the numbers enough so that whereever you are in this area you get a good spot. Theres not enough tickets in farm curve, is Stowe a good place? I was at Silverstone a couple of weeks ago for a club event and set in the Club grandstand. A is at the front so looks like youre 14 rows back. Do all the stands have refreshments and food available? If you are thinking about camping, read the full guide to camping at Silverstone. However the main difference is that for the MotoGP general admission ticket holders also have roving grandstand access to a selection of stands. It also works out cheaper that way 109 for an adult (General Admission) and 52 for a children (General Admission). Follow Stowe is still quite good and gives you a wide field of view. I would really like a bit more help in selecting between the two. If youre not worried about covered seating take a look at Club A. Sunday only ticket is 199 and Saturday and Sunday ticket is 249. Thank you, Maggots, Vale or Inside of Brooklands bend. Off the top of my head I can remember seeing a dedicated area for disabled fans towards the front of one of the Luffield stands. Hi, I like many others on here are wanting to purchase tickets for the hubby for Xmas. It just says ticket holders only on the schedule, but what tickets? Ill see you all there next year at the home of British Motorsport!!! Thanks. Popular General Admission areas include Hamilton Straight, Brooklands, Copse, Becketts, Hangar Straight, and Vale. Thanks. We will also be bringing 2 young, but well behaved children with us. If you click the magnify glass next to each ticket/corner you get an idea of the view. I have general admission tickets for the 2015 race on Sunday. Hi Aidan! I can tell you first hand that this is an excellent area to sit. Read more Luffield or check prices and availability for Luffield Tickets. Its partially blind and has the new pit wall on the inside. Letters run from A (bottom / front row) up to about N/P/Q depending on the stand. Silverstone provides epic racing moments Just 90 minutes from London Wide array of hospitality packages available Drivers take on challenging track Book British Grand Prix 2023 tickets and hospitality I would estimate you being quite far round Club Corner and looking towards the podium. just realised all GA areas cost the same depending on day, ignore that part! Its my first time but not his . We want camping to be part of the experience so would rather pay a little more if it meant that there was a massive increase in the atmosphere/evening entertainment etc. Unfortunately the circuit has not released any maps of each individual grandstand so Im unable to provide this. Any assistance wold be greatly appreciated Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. I am on a tight budget and assume the only viable/realistic option is to purchase general admission tickets. My friend and I walked the whole circuit last year and sat at different points, we settled for farm curve and luckily enough all the action happened in front of us, I recommend it, fast into it and slow out, lots of room for error lol. Hi Rose, Ultimate London Sightseeing Walking Tour 44 Recommended City Tours from 15.00 per adult The 5 Women & Jack the Ripper - Group Booking 164 Recommended Walking Tours from 75.00 per group (up to 10) The area Full view Best nearby Restaurants 9 within 3 miles Silverstone Circuit Restaurant 31 0.4 mi - British Murrays 98 Check out our guide with video for more information. Hi simon.I was wondering if you can help me out,my wife and I are going to our first f1 this year at Silverstone and have reserved wkend grandstand with camping.. Do you know when we are able to arrive as Ive just been reading that the campsite opens on the Wednesday but we have weekend reservation. Where would not involve walking to far from where the buses drop off and would be a good view? MotoGP NewsFollowing high levels of demand, Silverstone has announced that general admission 'Fan' tickets for the Sunday of the 2010 AirAsia British Grand Prix (18-20 June) have now sold out . Dont rush to leave the circuit as soon as the race finishes. Have the flexibility to move around some of the best viewing areas of the circuit . By clicking submit you are accepting the terms of Silverstone's privacy policy The MAX I can pay is 250 PP for the Sunday ( and maybe Saturday) Is the seating allocated or do you just turn up and take any that are free? Hi Jo. Hi, Im looking at a grandstand seat <200 for Sunday of the British GP. If youre specifically looking for uncovered seating Id recommend Vale that looks on to Club Corner. Copse corner use to be the first turn on the Silverstone circuit, but is now turn 9 after the circuit was updated a couple of years ago and the pit complex was moved. I couldnt find an seating plans on the internet. Thanks. Silverstone has a very broad choice of general admission views with areas stretching all around the track. In the current circuit configuration, it is the last corner before the start/finish line. Not ideal for sausage rolls on the tartan blankets! Have a great time! Drinks You are allowed to bring your own alcohol in to Silverstone, just no glass bottles (applies to non-alcoholic as well). Lia, I have purchased tickets for Sunday for my husband and my elderly (84) father. You also said there are plenty of food available in the circuit. Me and 3 friends will be there to witness our first F1 race and we will be sat in the becketts grandstand which by all accounts isnt a bad place to be. Friday is a great day at Silverstone to mooch around and check out the F1 cars in action from multiple angles. Required fields are marked *. If youre a first timer, or want some more info for your next visit, this article has all the Silverstone general admission tips you need to help you plan your trip, including what the essential things you need to bring with you are, where to sit and what time to arrive. My advice is get there as early as you can and enjoy the day. You can see down the the straight, but its limited. Totally agree with your choice in stands you may have to pay a little more though. Also with general admission are there only standing places? Scroll down to the General Admission tab on the following page and watch the YouTuve video there. Luffield and Woodcote are often some of the most underestimated seats on the track. A place where collisions often occur, and youll also have front row seats for any pit-lane exit battles. Hi Tony, Theres a large general admission area at Vale which has had screens in the past. I have to say you did a great job on this piece, we are coming over for Sat and Sunday, it is our first GP, we have been to the Abu Dhabi Circuit and stayed in the Yas Viceroy but not when the GP was on so that was it decision made we had to attend a GP and living in Ireland and BIG Hamilton fans it had to be the British GP, we will be in the National Pit Straight stand as part of our package which doesnt seem to be the best option but we had no choice as it was a package, I will give you feedback and let you know how we get on, keep up the good work. I think at a push I could afford 400 per head, but if that will not secure seats at club corner, where would you suggest next being best? . Hi was wondering which has the best view of the TV screen woodcote A or B?? This is a fan favourite as youre always guaranteed to see some overtaking action at the tight left / right chicane of Vale. Hoping to come to Silverstone for next years Grand Prix, our 1st time. Grandstands come with the comfort of an allocated seat for race day and big screen viewing - plus around half are protected from the elements. INSURANCE, EDUCATIONAL ADMISSION, SCHOLARHSIPS, OR FELLOWSHIPS, HOUSING, TENANCY, BENEFITS, PRIVILEGES OR SERVICES PROVIDED BY ANY BUSINESS ESTABLISHMENT. Read more Village or check prices and availability for Village Tickets. Hi Simon Thanks. The GA Plus viewing areas are mainly concrete steps that are slightly raised up, usually in front of some grandstands. I cant wait for this years Grand Prix. Hi John, Just the Sunday race. Hi Ali, Sorry for the delay in replying. Hello, its my first time at silverstone and was just wondering a few things. Instead of constant curve after Vale, leading onto the straight, it became a double apex corner which proved an interesting challenge of the F1 drivers. Looking to buy tickets as a Christmas present but dont want to spend much money, are Saturday standing general admission tickets still a good view if you get there early? How about a hotel at the circuit! Many have chosen seats already, but some are still available. Fans are allowed to bring picnic rugs and small camping chairs into General Admission areas. I know you get roving Grandstand tickets Fri & Sat, but am thinking it would be good to have specific booked tickets for the Sunday race. Stand and band wise? If you dont want to do that, or have only got a ticket for Sunday, below are a few of my suggestions. Or, the next option for just 20 each more we could get the option of either Copse A, B or C, or Stowe A, B or C, with Silver tickets. Youll also have the pit lane entrance in front of you and be close to the podium celebrations which are situated at club corner. Will we have a good view from there. Youll get adea of your preferred spot from Saturday but id certainly recommend the areas you mentioned. The aerodynamics on the Formula 1 cars are working at full capacity as they turn from left to right and then again, left to right in the space of a few seconds at immense speed. There will be a few cash machines dotted around the circuit, Sun cream (even if its not sunny it helps stop wind burn), Waterproof everything jacket / trousers / cagoule, even a waterproof rucksack (or cover) can help keep your belongings dry. I am looking to buy tickets for my partner and I for 2015 at silverstone . Take an fm radio so you can tune into silverstone radio for the 5 Live coverage (helps you understand what's going on). Silverstone are only offering roving grandstand seats on Friday. If youre looking for some inspiration on where to sit at Silverstone, then youve come to the right place! If I'm interested in seeing some overtaking and a bit more of the cars, is there any grandstand you'd recommend? Have fun. There is no dress code for general admission, general admission plus or grandstand seat ticket holders at the British Grand Prix at Silverstone. Following this, the cars head down the hangar straight (which provides some excellent viewing for those with general admission tickets) towards Stowe. Hi, I am buying F1 ticket for my husband as a Christmas present. We cover F1, F2, W-Series and more. Review. (I wont hold you to it :). Are you still allowed to take seats in. Hi Jan, Have you checked out the maps on the tickets sites to see locations of stands and prices? Since 1950 the former aerodrome has served as the leading racing car track holding host to legendary drivers such as Guiseppe Farina and Lewis Hamilton. I would very much appreciate your opinion on this. Its about precision and definitely about bravery! The toilets are shared by general admission and grandstand customers. Simply awesome! It IS expensive at Silverstone for everything!! Its just very scary making choices when you have never been there before, so I really appreciate this page and all of your support. Many thanks Katrina, Hi Katrina, Spare batteries for the radio if its not rechargeable. Your info above is fantastic, and after many searches of the internet, is one of the most comprehensive, so congratulations on a great source of info! 2) FP3 is 10:00 and F1 Qualifying is 13:00 What is the best area? And what does the band mean, how far is it ? Is it still recommended to sit here: Hi Diana! Youre correct about roaming for Friday Practice and Saturday qualifying. Just to also this is a great site and very informative! Which is better, the Farm Curve, or Stowe? What do you recommend Beckett, Abbey, or Stowe? That will give you an idea of some of the best spots. Read somewhere that you are far away from track? Can anybody shed any light and are they likely to be any good? WOB/WDB1/P/0014 We are travelling from the south coast, and dont want to pay the 55 car park fee! Having looked at your great info on site I have decided to try to obtain tickets in the Woodcote stand. Drones are absolutely not allowed at Silverstone for the F1, and if you are caught attempting to fly one you will have the police to deal with. Harry. HelloThank you for such good information. Your tickets include covered Grandstand, numbered seating and entry to an exclusive catering area. But let me know if you need more help and an idea of your budget would be good. You can see the cars entering the complex from the end of the new arena section then back out via woodcote to the national straight. Arriving at enormous speed after two flat out corners, the drivers have to pick a braking point whilst coming from the right hand side to the left hand side of the circuit. Hi I have just purchased tickets for next year 2017 in club corner block 1. If you were just buying a Sunday general admission ticket where would you suggest you sit? Is there mercy shops ect aswell? Im only going for race day with a GA ticket. Ideally a foldable, comfortable camping chair is perfect. Best view block wise you can suggest for action, podium perhaps (but more important is action) Youll be given an allocated seat for Sunday and roving for Saturday. Thanks. These give you the same access to the general admission spectating areas, but in addition you get access to four different GA Plus viewing areas on Friday and Saturday, and then just your chosen GA Plus viewing area on the Sunday. See our article on Vale corner viewing for more info on the view, TV screens and spectating at this spot. WOB/WDB1/D/0011 General Admission tickets to the F1 British Grand Prix are the most cost effective way to get in to the circuit and watch the action. Do people tend to stay in one place or move around in the day? Some of the best General Admission viewing areas at Silverstone include the International Pits Straight (with a view of the start/finish line), Stowe, Luffield, Beckets, Vale and Copse Corner. She has given me the seat numbers but she is not sure where they are? You can to bring a rucksack to Silverstone as long as it not over 20 litres capacity. Thanks Simon! Reading posts above its advised to get there early. The series of turns at Becketts do not offer much in the way overtaking as the speeds are too high. 2 Adult 2 Children Woodcote Grandstand seats If you have a three day Grandstand ticket it included roving grandstand seat on Friday and Saturday in all grandstands* except Club Corner and Club Silverstone. Whilst a standard general admission ticket doesn't give you access to any grandstands or exclusive enclosures, it does mean you are free to walk around the outside of the whole circuit and find your favourite viewing spot. Have you considered Snoozebox? After having a good chat with the lady on the phone, I opted for becketts and have managed to get second row seats which Im quite chuffed about as I too wanted to be nearer the front. You can book Park and Ride tickets nearer the time (April 2016). Hi Heres a list of what to bring to Silverstone for general admission ticket holders: Silverstone have published a pretty comprehensive list of items which you are prohibited from bringing with you in to the circuit. More on that below. A seat in Stowe A, B or C gives you a perfect view of the end of a DRS zone, so crashes and overtaking are guaranteed. A 6-pack of beer, however, will be fine. The general admission area continues on from the Wellington Straight, curving around behind the concert zone giving you a view of one of the most exciting overtaking areas of the Silverstone formula one grand prix circuit. I have general admin tickets for Saturday and am going with my son (his first GP). my budget is max 275 where do you think would be best I was considering farm curve and club A but I am unsure if they are any good at all for overtaking never mind better. Call now. Buying a Grandstand ticket makes for a more relaxed day as most stands provide numbered seating but it all depends on your budget. My personal choice would be Farm Corner as it has a great view of the start. The camp site has its own paths to the circuit, but you need to make your way to Club Corner gates 15 and 16 for entry to the pit walk. Theres a link on the left navigation under Ticket Options to see Children prices. (Child Under 16) Hi I have received my tickets for the MotoGP 2015 race in August, I am sitting at Club Corner seat C 0251, could you tell if the letters run from top to bottom, or bottom to top as would like to know where about we will be siting, and is the stand just before the international pit straight or in front of it. James, Read more National Pit Straight or check prices and availability for National Pit Straight Tickets. What to expect Im the same, taking my son to his first GP and my first time at Silverstone. FULL VIDEO LINK BELOW: From a previous podcast with Indy Driver James Roe , my interest was sparked about the resurfacing of iconic International Racetrack Can anyone else offer some help on this one? Hi I want to take my hubby and maybe our children 5 & 3 to either F1 or MotoGP. Not all of the spectator entrances allow fast track tickets. 2, Toilets can be bad especially with bad weather, but Ive never found them that bad not to go! Would love to see some of your pictures if youre happy to share and maybe you could give us an insight to some of the best places infield! but with it being my first time at Silverstone im unsure how it all works. Food. I heard woodcote was good for rossi fans so I brought Weve been four years in a row now and this year was by far the best, We sat in woodcote last year which was brilliant but we decided to shell out a bit more and go for club corner this year. Read more Woodcote or check prices and availability for Woodcote Tickets. Agree and Continue. The park and ride says no tickets available. It is prohibited in any grandstands and enclosed areas. Stacy. Hi, I am planning to buy a tickects to 2015 F1 as a birthday present for my husband but not sure which one to buy. Cheers Mazo46. Hi, I like many others on here are wanting to purchase tickets for the hubby for Xmas. You literally just get to see the cars go past you at full speed and that is it. https://www.flickr.com/photos/125055822@N03/ More on the Sunday, but qualifying will be busy around the whole circuit. Hi all, me & my 9 year son are going the brittish gramprix this year but on general admission on the sunday. Criticised for the huge bump at the turn in point, the corner split the F1 drivers opinions with some believing it to ruin what would be a good corner, and others citing that it only added to the challenge. I would give Vale a try if you in early! You can see videos and images from all of these seats on the Silverstone website. Youll see the cars come down the Wellington Straight which is a DRS zone (designed for overtaking), as well as seeing the cars through Brooklands, Luffield, Woodcote and the National Pit Straight. Ideally wed be positioned somewhere with a screen too! Many of the designated GA viewing areas at Silverstone are located directly in front of the grandstands, closer to the action. I'm just wondering where's the best view ideally to watch the racing.. we're going to head to hangar straight and becketts.. but expecting it to be very busy. Prices for Sunday General Admission are 155 and the cheapest Grandstand tickets are 205. I would recommend Woodcote A Block 1. Is Club Silverstone worth the extra? your camping reservation (if at silverstone woodlands campsite) is valid from wednesday to following monday so you can turn up any time from wednesday onwards. Thanks! The National Pit Straight is the half way point of a lap of Silvestone, with the start and end being situated over on the International Pit Straight. Check out our Woodcote guide for pictures and more information. The nearest thing to VIP is Club Silverstone at Becketts. Id recommend taking a look at our Where to Sit section and then check out a couple of the resellers to compare F1 ticket prices. #F1 #bahrainGP, I hate watching FP3 in Bahrain knowing that it doesn't matter. I wouldnt rule out Vale either. I was wondering how the views compare to there this time though i have booked for luffield block A row G 72 and 73 are they any good also i am bring my little boy was wondering what activities other than racing are there to occupy the younger children hes just about to turn 7 we are staying at woodlands the family section thanks. The car will drift wide on the exit but youll notice the cars launching themselves to the opposite side of the circuit to set themselves up for The Loop corner which leads onto the essential Wellington Straight. Farm Curve will allow you to see the car coming through the first turn at great speed, sweeping past you and then braking for Village and The Loop. Have you seen our Where to Sit Guide for Silverstone? The atmosphere and all the fans is just brilliant. Weve managed to get hold of GA tickets (last night) for Friday & Saturday. All three options include the general admission perks. p.s I would highly highly highly recommend camping in woodlands!! Will definitely book again. Stowe A and Stowe B ticket holders get to see the cars drive the length of the Hanger straight, negotiate Stowe and then drop down the hill of Vale and onto club, Abbey has now earned the title of turn 1 thanks to the introduction of the new circuit layout and location of the pits and paddock for 2011. Formerly a tight chicane, Abbey is now an immensely fast right hand corner that is approached at 300km/h and leads onto the new circuit loop, first introduced for the 2010 British Grand Prix. Sorry again! First timer GP.. I'm just wondering where's the best view ideally to watch the racing.. we're going to head to hangar straight and becketts.. but expecting it to be very busy. I agree its something weve spoken to the ticket providers about before. So the perspective of F1 speed isnt great but you do get a huge viewing angle allowing you to see a lot of the circuit. Any, Hi Which block in your opinion is best from Abbey block 1 or 2. Its positioned between Stowe corner and Club. Hiya, I have purchased tickets for the British GP weekend G/A, ( my 1st ) camping at Woodlands and was wondering on the best vantage points for the Sunday in your opinion and any screen views available in said areas. If youre looking for Sunday only tickets you will be able to buy seats in Copse C and the National Pit Straight. WOB/WDB1/D/0010 Can you please offer some suggestion in terms of the tickets I should be looking at? Many have chosen seats already, but some are still available. I have a budget of about 400 for entrance fees, is this my best option for this budget? If you want to maximise your chances of seeing overtaking I'd suggest you try the area between Stowe and Vale (also good access to the track for the podium ceremony if you wanted to do that) - the cars look amazing going through Becketts but you won't see much, if any, close racing, and Hangar straight is.well, fairly self-explanatory. This is a huge open area of grass that gives you views of the exit of Stowe and the whole of Vale, Club and the run on to the Hamilton Straight. I want see turns. My personal blog about healthy vegan eating, growing my own food, and moving toward self sustainability. Hi my wife has booked us a weekend here this year for the f1 with camping.we have seats reserved in Beckets BKT/BKS4/B/0283+0284 (if that makes sense) .will we be able to wander to different areas during practice and qualifying? There will be numerous bars dotted around throughout the circuit which will be selling alcohol as well. Great info. Just a little further back round the track from Vale, the general admission viewing area at Stowe lets you see the cars as they come down the Hangar Straight towards you at close to 200mph. Finally, Club Corner are the seats on the final corner. Eric. Please help me choose? The map below courtesy of the Silverstone website shows the general admission spectating areas around the outside of the circuit. Please note: for the 2023 event, General Admission tickets do not include roving access to the public grandstands on Friday. Id recommend you take a wander to Club Corner, Farm and Becketts. What are the main differences of these areas & is it worth paying just that little bit extra for these areas, especially with the action on the Sun? Farm Curve is good for the start and with the changes planned for 2017 both should be good from an overtaking point of view. This is the information from Silverston I dont see a problem doing this with General Admission tickets as there not specific to a location or seat.

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