If you have a 3 day ticket, it makes sense to spend the first day or two walking around the circuit to sample the different viewing areas and find your favourite before race day on Sunday. Hiya, hope you can help. Hi, like many others Im looking to get tickets as a Christmas present for my husband and have no idea where to begin! 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. Youll get adea of your preferred spot from Saturday but id certainly recommend the areas you mentioned. Portable radio with headphones so you can tune in to the 5 Live or Radio Silverstone (87.7FM) coverage of the race (PA system at the track isnt always loud or clear enough). INSURANCE, EDUCATIONAL ADMISSION, SCHOLARHSIPS, OR FELLOWSHIPS, HOUSING, TENANCY, BENEFITS, PRIVILEGES OR SERVICES PROVIDED BY ANY BUSINESS ESTABLISHMENT. I am booking for a weekend for hubbys 40th as a surprise. Cheaper grandstands worth considering include Vale and Village A. If you looking to attend a single day, FRIDAY . Just use common sense. 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 is an offer on band 5:Luffield A, is this better then band 11 vale and band 11 Stowe, I was thinking about the cover too. Please help! 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! Can you please offer some suggestion in terms of the tickets I should be looking at? This is of course the old first corner, so has the potential to see a high-speed crash under braking, and also is an area where cars can benefit from the slipstream so expect a lot of overtaking. I have booked Becketts, block2 O121,122 are these places any good. Ideally wed be positioned somewhere with a screen too! Is it a decent position ? Totally agree with your choice in stands you may have to pay a little more though. Sorry still waiting to hear whats happening with opening times on parking. The weather can have an enormous impact on moving around Silverstone. Please consider this when deciding what to bring with . Looking at the uncovered grandstand seats. 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. Home silverstone general admission tips. There are lots of good food vendors, these are often a little pricey, so bringing your own can be cheaper. Thank you, my son is 18 and can not wait. So you may be far or further away from the circuit than the 14 rows in front of you, but this means you are higher (think fences!) Many thanks John. Follow looking forward to a great weekend!!!! 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. Also is it possible to stand on General admin ticket at Club? Thank you for the response. Can anybody shed any light and are they likely to be any good? Many thanks Katrina, Hi Katrina, I hope the sun shines for you all. I am on a tight budget and assume the only viable/realistic option is to purchase general admission tickets. I seem to remember that on practice and Qualy days there were some limited grandstands open to GA ticket holders? I have read that you need to get there early to get the best spot, and this may not be easy as most of the hotels are already booked up but I have managed to find one about 20 miles away, so are we best doing the park and ride and booking it when I buy tickets? We cover F1, F2, W-Series and more. We bring you the latest news & our own high quality content. Copse, Abbey and Woodcote also great spots and you cant forget the International Pit Straight! Also what ticket would I need to buy? Having looked at your great info on site I have decided to try to obtain tickets in the Woodcote stand. We have seats Woodcote A 0147 & 0148. Sorry again! You will need to take your own seating with you and its not possible to reserve a particular area. Hi James, I wasnt sure what pass I would get this yearbut they just arrived, it says I can access the SUPPORT EVENT PADDOCK, I think i had these two years ago and I was at Becketts, I remember being able to see a few corners from that spot! 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. https://www.enterf1.com/where-to-buy-f1-tickets. Normal size backpacks are fine, and very much recommended to help carry around the rest of the gear you need to bring. Hi Catherine. I couldnt find an seating plans on the internet. I would enter via Becketts and walk clockwise round the circuit to Club. And what does the band mean, how far is it ? 9,296, The fastest growing F1 community for fans! I personally think the Farm Curve tickets are better than Copse C and National Pit Straight. Not ideal for sausage rolls on the tartan blankets! A is at the front so looks like youre 14 rows back. Write by: . Phone signal can be patchy so dont rely on being able to get on the 5 Live stream through your phones internet. My husband has a bad knee and can not stand for lobg, Club Silverstone for 14 years! Great to hear youve booked last minute, proof its never too late! Are you thinking of going for the day or for the whole weekend? Where should I sit at Silverstone general admission? More on the Sunday, but qualifying will be busy around the whole circuit. First GP in July,thinking of viewing from Stowe with the family, but how far is Stowe from the Main Entrance ? Hello, if I want to sit on the grass instead of sitting in the seats where would you say is the best place to watch the gp. Weve taken into account the best place for overtaking, likely place for spins and crashes, the best atmosphere and proximity to the facilities. do we get to sit in a grandstand? The benefit of your stand is the view of the straight, the pits and of course the podium. GENERAL ADMISSION. By clicking submit you are accepting the terms of Silverstone's privacy policy I think Vale and Copse have a lot to offer but its also worth considering Becketts. Many thanks Prices for Sunday General Admission are 155 and the cheapest Grandstand tickets are 205. Hi Sarah, Farm curve is a great spot especially at the start of the race as its just after the start/finish straight. Is Club section 1 the nearest part of Club to the start straight? This compromises their lap times significantly. CCN/CC3/E/0404 Is row O really far back? I heard woodcote was good for rossi fans so I brought The International Pit Straight is opposite the pits. I watched the 2010 GP from Luffield. General Admission areas stretch all the way around the track. 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. Im booking tickets for my husband and his father. Silverstone are only offering roving grandstand seats on Friday. . Its the first time of going & I want to get it right without completely breaking the bank, so am thinking of booking Bronze tickets. 2, Toilets can be bad especially with bad weather, but Ive never found them that bad not to go! Thanks for commenting so quickly! Sorry to say it looks like youre in for a fair walk. thank you:). Is there mercy shops ect aswell? 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. All three options include the general admission perks. Just need two tickets and I re read your info on Stowe so will go for that. Food you are allowed to bring your own food in to Silverstone. These are fine and there are some great views. They all provide secure online payments, multi currency and a choice of general admission, grandstand seating and hospitality packages. General Admission ticket holders offer roving facilities of all Grandstands on Fridays (except T1 and Village B Enclosures and Club Silverstone). My wife has booked us some tickets to go to this years race. Please help me choose? During the race you will see the cars screaming past you at incredible speeds before they sweep into Copse corner. As ever it largely depends on your budget. just realised all GA areas cost the same depending on day, ignore that part! We are in grandstand at farm curve Or stick to club corner. The ultimate in hospitality at the Silverstone Circuit. Where would not involve walking to far from where the buses drop off and would be a good view? Hi Nick, Its all down to personal preference, I enjoy the section in front of the Vale grandstand and Maggots section. My advice is get there as early as you can and enjoy the day. Sat here youll have a fabulous view of the first corner, so be on the lookout for some first corner chaos. As for seating, if you have a 3 day grandstand ticket, its roving in available grandstands on Friday and Saturday and a reserved seat in the selected grandstand on Sunday accept Club Silverstone. what is abbey like for views? Booking tickets to take my 91 year old Mother to the grand prix. Would like to do Pit walk on Thursday, what is the best route from campsite? Hello, its my first time at silverstone and was just wondering a few things. Id recommend taking a look at Farm and Stowe to start with. Hi Simon. What a great way to clear the parents out for a house party ;-). Friday is a great day at Silverstone to mooch around and check out the F1 cars in action from multiple angles. THURSDAY PIT WALK Camp at Whittlebury, so easy walk to Becketts. (Child Under 16) The only thing I think Ive worked out is that well camp for the weekend. Hi Viewing takes place from a wide range of flat and banked areas surrounding the entire circuit, so you can choose your preferred spot or mix things up by changing your position throughout the weekend. Theres an area in front of Vale (next to CLub) for General Admission tickets. 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. Im intending to book 4 tickets for the 2018 race, mainly as an 18th birthday surprise for my son. Its my first time but not his . Have you checked out the maps on the tickets sites to see locations of stands and prices? Woodcote is great choice! Without one youll be stood up or uncomfortably sat on the grass all day, with a poor view. Im looking at availability and at the moment I can book copse c or farm curve 3. I would recommend Woodcote A Block 1. NEED HELP!!! 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. Hi Lia, It also works out cheaper that way 109 for an adult (General Admission) and 52 for a children (General Admission). Agree and Continue. Without traction control, drivers have to play with the throttle and not be too eager otherwise the back of the car will start to slide out. Youre brilliant. Silverstone web had July 10 and Formula 2016 schedule has it June 26. The Podium is in view from Club, but Club A is the furthest of the stands from the podium. Stowe is on the opposite side of the track to the main entrance so quite a walk with little ones. Youre correct about roaming for Friday Practice and Saturday qualifying. Club Corner continues to be the fans favourite because you get to see the international straight, Club Corner, Vale the pity entry and the podium. Becketts gives you a great view of the high speed section. As close as we'll ever get to a real-life Fast and Furious scene, the Formula One British Grand Prix racing car event takes place in the legendary Silverstone stadium. No more questions, just a quick thanks for the reply, great help. Hi Paul, You can see down the the straight, but its limited. I am looking to buy tickets for my partner and I for 2015 at silverstone . Grandstands have been installed along the majority of the length of the pit straight, in a place where previously only a few general admission fans may watch the race from. This is for the race on Sunday or would it be better to buy seats in the stand. Id recommend contacting the re-seller you purchased them through to check your options. Hi Liz, General Admission tickets dont include reserve seats, is that what youve purchased? Hi Simon, I just hope the boyfriend likes the big surprise.. Im looking to buy tickets for my hubby & 4 year old son for xmas for the 3 days as the price is much the same for just the 1 day. Lia. (Adult) Are you still allowed to take seats in. Its a tricky corner to get right with the potential to lose lots of time rather high. Hi Simon, I am looking to book the package available for the 4 nights staying at the Snooze hotel with breakfast and evening meal. 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. Thanks, Bruce. I plan on using the park and ride service-is this reliable, and much waiting/any tips? Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Wife, son and myself making our first trip to Silverstone in 2016 from US. In some ways its a frustrating corner for F1 drivers as it is low speed and is all about a clean exit onto the >National Pit Straight. 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. This is rather expensive as we are also looking at tickets for the 3 days at the international straight Pits, that comes to 2,450. 1, You can book a mega bus to and from Silverstone. Also check-out Beckets and Village. Fans are allowed to bring picnic rugs and small camping chairs into General Admission areas. The park and ride says no tickets available. You can book Park and Ride tickets nearer the time (April 2016). The Silverstone general admission tips on this page are also applicable to MotoGP general admission ticket holders. Silverstone held a pit walks last year on the Thursday. Where would the best spot be to sit as we dont have grand stand tickets. Click here for more information on Club and tickets. Thanks. Check out prices here and you can also get discount on Children tickets. Thanks. Ahead of their livery launch, what do we know about Red Bulls rumoured deal with Ford? My personal favourite is watching the cars sweep through Maggots. Maggotts and Becketts are probably the most famous section of corners on the F1 calendar. Rossi fan, Pedrosa fan, Crutchlow fan Woodcote is great! not sure what is happening at the circuit on thursday apart from the madness concert in the evening and the pit walk for certain ticket holders but there will also be entertainment in the camp site. Farm and Village A and B is one of my favourite areas this high speed section is a great place for overtaking and also has a great view of the first corner at the start of the race. If you were just buying a Sunday general admission ticket where would you suggest you sit? International will give them a better view of the start/finish and looks over the pits. since you have been at Stowe I thought Id ask your opinion. We will be coming up from Cornwall , CCN/CC3 is Club Corner (Block 3). There are some hard-standing and tarmac areas. 2 quick questions: 1. Any advice on this would be greatly received, many thanks. 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. I just cant confirm which end itll be. I have the option of Vale or Farm Corner (both priced at 155 the same as general admission). Im thinking of booking for the 2016 F1 gp and I was wondering if you can see down the international pits straight from Club Block 2? My personal blog about healthy vegan eating, growing my own food, and moving toward self sustainability. In your opinion which grandstand would you think is better. Thank you. You should get to Silverstone by 7am if you want to get a good viewing spot for the F1 race. Come on Hamilton! Youll see the drivers right at the maximum of their potential and the cars pushed to their limits. Great to hear youre ditching the TV for qualifying and are going to catch some live action at Silverstone. Lia, I have purchased tickets for Sunday for my husband and my elderly (84) father. 2) FP3 is 10:00 and F1 Qualifying is 13:00 Im personally really not keen on those Band 12 National Pit Straight tickets. Silverstone. Please check out our ticket page here and compare prices with the online re-sellers. Going for the weekend to get the full experience. You get a view all the way down the pit straight and get a podium view. I hope the site has helped with your planning and hope you enjoy the race. Also what location? To get the best views Id recommend going on a Saturday too and check out some of the viewing spots. The atmosphere and all the fans is just brilliant. And stop by and let us know how the weekend went in July . Marta. Hi Jon, I agree with their recommendations. Not all of the spectator entrances allow fast track tickets. Any answers will be much appreciated, thank you in advance . Dont expect to be able to chat to your friends without shouting if sitting here! Do people tend to stay in one place or move around in the day? 2 Adult 2 Children Woodcote Grandstand seats I hope you enjoy your weekend and please come back to tell us about your experiences. Silverstone. 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. For safety reasons there is no luggage storage at Silverstone, at the F1 or any other events for general admission ticket holders. Presumably not the standard general admission tickets! I do not feel the general admission will be appropriate as I will not be able to travel at the crack of dawn (we live approx. No dogs, animals or other pets are allowed in to the circuit on in the car park at Silverstone. Just experience it away from the telly.. Please let us know if youd like more information. WOB/WDB1/D/0011 Youll also have the pit lane entrance in front of you and be close to the podium celebrations which are situated at club corner. Hi. and will we have any big screen view from there? 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 am looking to take my elderly dad to his first ever (and prob his last as getting on) F1 at Silverstone. Our article on spectating at Stowe corner has a lot more info. If I'm interested in seeing some overtaking and a bit more of the cars, is there any grandstand you'd recommend? Can you go around the stadium if you are booked into a specific seat? We were thinking of doing park and ride and want to go for a covered grandstand. Not sure if there are better places though. You can add a comment when making a booking requesting a particular area but unfortunately theres no guarantee you will get your requested seats. santa monica helicopter circling now, is leonard from american restoration autistic,