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Buckle up for an exciting, immersive family-friendly journey through the past, present and future of British motor sport and the history of Silverstone's world-famous racing circuit at the Silverstone Museum!

Packed with hands-on activities that children and adults alike will love. Try commentating on a race, get up close to winning Formula 1 cars or practice your RAF pilot skills. Climb into a replica grand prix car, find out about the science behind the sport and walk parts of the old track on the Heritage Track Trail. With iconic vehicles on display, a 360-degree cinema experience and special exhibitions, there's something for everyone at Silverstone!

The excitement begins at Join the Grid as you walk into the tunnel to take your place on the virtual grid. Hear the roar of the engines as you rub shoulders with drivers as they prepare to race around you. At History at Every Turn you'll learn how every corner and straight at Silverstone earned its name whilst winding through the grounds of an 18th century country estate to arrive at a WWII airfield.

Earn your airman's stripes at RAF Silverstone and discover Silverstone's past as a Bomber Command Training base during WWII. Learn how to shoot barrage balloons and practice on the Link Trainer - a replica of the RAF machine used to train pilots.

At the Village & Farm find out more about the village that gave the UK's most famous racing circuit its name. Pull up a stool in the replica pub to hear fascinating stories from villagers, and keep your eyes peeled for the Silverstone elephant! Climb into a replica 1940s race car at Wings to Wheels, which tells the story of how RAF Silverstone became one of the most famous race tracks in the world.

Experience the sights, sounds and smells of race day at the track, get up close to iconic racing cars, and learn more about the history and future of motor racing at Heart of Silverstone. Move on to Race Day Explained for an insight into everything that goes on behind the scenes. Try a wheel gun at the replica pit wall, test your racing strategy skills, and more.

At the Tech Lab, engineers bring the science behind motor racing to life. Take on interactive challenges, build your own racing bike and learn about the incredible technology that goes into racing from McLaren and Suzuki experts. At Racing Eras you get to see some of your favourite cars and bikes up close, compare race suits from the 1950's to those worn today, see Lewis Hamilton's suit, boots and lid, and more!

Watch as some of the circuit's most famous and dramatic moments happen around you at The Ultimate Lap special-effects cinema - an exhilarating finale to an unforgettable day at Silverstone!

Please Note:

• Confirmation sent by email within minutes of booking

• You will need to print your eTicket

Your ticket includes:

A day ticket includes:

• Take a family-friendly journey through the past, present and future of British motor sport and the history of Silverstone's world-famous racing circuit
• Packed with hands-on activities that children and adults alike will love!
• Experience the sights, sounds and smells of race day at the track, get up close to iconic racing cars, and learn more about the history and future of motor racing

Important Information

General Information:

• Children 4 and under enter free.
• Visitors 16 years and over require an adult ticket.
• All children must be accompanied by an adult (aged 18 and over).
• Savings based on walk up rates.
• Allow at least 2-3 hours to enjoy the Silverstone Museum.
• There is plenty of free on-site parking.
• This ticket is for a one time visit not an annual pass

 

Accessibility:

• A ticket-holding disabled guest can be issued a free carer ticket upon presentation of relevant documentation.
• The Silverstone Museum is accessible to wheelchair users.
• Wheelchairs are available for loan on a first come, first served basis.
• Wheelchair accessible restrooms are available throughout the site.

 

Facilities:

• The on-site café serves a selection of hot and cold food and drinks, including fresh and healthy main meals and snacks.
• The Silverstone  Museum shop offers a range of Silverstone Circuit branded products along with pocket-money treats and gifts inspired by the archive.

 

Booking and Ticket Information:

• When you buy online you will receive an email containing your ticket. You can show this on arrival on your smartphone or you can print your ticket and present it at The Silverstone Museum on the day of your visit.
• Picniq sell Day tickets and are only valid on the date selected.
• Tickets are available to purchase online up to 11.45pm the day before the intended visit.
• Picniq accept all debit cards, Maestro, Visa and Mastercard as methods of payment. There is no credit card charge or booking fee.
• Online bookings are limited to a maximum of 12 visitors.
• Tickets delivered by email.
• Tickets purchased through Picniq are not refundable. The date of the visit can be amended for a fee of £10 per booking. Terms and conditions apply.
• Picniq Ltd acts as agent for all tickets/bookings on behalf of the supplier/principle ('the attraction'). For Picniq booking termsclick here

Map & Directions

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Directions

Address - The Silverstone Museum, Silverstone Circuit, Towcester, NN12 8TN.

 

By Car

• The Silverstone Museum is located just 20 minutes from the M1 (J15a) and the M40 (J10).
• Follow signs to the Silverstone circuit, where you will find The Silverstone Museum located immediately to the left of the main entrance.
• There is plenty of free on-site parking.

Opening Times

Open 7 days a week

Until 23rd July open 10-4pm Mon -Fri and 10 -5 Sat & Sun.

from 23rd July until Sunday 4 Sep 2022

Opening hours are 10am to 5pm with last admission at 3pm and café closes 4pm

 

From September - open Thurs - Sunday during term time (from 10am - 4pm), 7 days a week during school hols (check website for details.).

Booking Terms