MCE INSURANCE BRITISH SUPERBIKE CHAMPIONSHIP

The MCE Insurance British Superbike Championship reaches the penultimate round of the Showdown at Silverstone on 4/5/6 October and with the six Title Fighters needing every critical point available the racing is expected to be explosive as they battle for the two race wins

Shane 'Shakey' Byrne and the Rapid Solicitors Kawasaki team are back on track to defend their title this year but in his quest to become the most successful rider in the championship history he must first defeat triple champion Ryuichi Kiyonari who is back with Samsung Honda.

Samsung Honda’s young gun Alex Lowes was a double winner at the Northamptonshire circuit last year and he will be seeking a maiden title but Tyco Suzuki’s Josh Brookes won’t be happy to settle for the runner-up spot again.

2011 champions Milwaukee Yamaha have a new line up to match their new livery and former title contender James Ellison returns alongside double Australian Superbike champion Josh Waters as they bid to recapture the title for the team.

You also can’t discount the challenges from Splitlath Redmond Aprilia’s Jakub Smrz and Mark Aitchison who joined the championship from the world stage and also the Buildbase BMW team of Jon Kirkham and James Westmoreland.

The event will also feature the penultimate round of the fiercely-contested Motorpoint British Supersport Championship, the Pirelli National Superstock 1000 and 600 Championships, the Monster Energy British Motostar, the Ducati 848 Challenge, the Triumph Triple Challenge and the Eastern Airways British Sidecar Championship.

Helmet & Leather Park - Car Park 49 (Next to the Bike Parking zones):

• Helmet - £2
• Full set of leathers - £2
• Jacket - £1
• Small bag - £2
• Large Bag - £4

All proceeds go to Riders for Health.

We will also have two shuttle buses in operation at this event around the perimeter road operating from 09.00 – 18.00. Please leave at least 10 minutes before the end of service to catch the last shuttle.

Bike Club Bookings

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All tickets purchased are subject to the following Terms & Conditions.

The Grand Prix Circuit

One of the fastest MotoGP circuits on the calendar and host to the F1™ British Grand Prix.

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Event Information

• Can I get in to the Pit and or Paddock area?

  Yes, there is free paddock access at this event. There will also be a free pit lane walk on Sunday, please refer to the timetable for more information.

• Can I take photos?

  Photographic equipment, mobile telephones and other communications devices are permitted within the Venue provided that they are used for personal and private non-commercial purposes. Further Terms and Conditions apply, click here to view.

• What time do the gates open? (Changes per event)

  Gates and Grandstands Opening Times: Friday 08:00 - 18:30 Saturday 08:00 - 18:30 Sunday 07:30 - 18:00

Travel and Directions

• Where can I park overnight?

  There is no overnight parking at the circuit. Car parks close at 10pm.

• How much does it cost to park?

  Parking is free at all events excluding Formula One™ in car parks surrounding the site.

• What time do car parks open?

  Car parks open half an hour before gates open and are open until 10pm.

• Where is the nearest train station?

  Silverstone is situated between 3 stations: Northampton, Milton Keynes and Banbury. They are all roughly 30 minutes from the circuit.

• Where can I park?

  You can park in any of the free general public parking areas surrounding the venue (Once here you will be directed by our marshals). Please click here for directions.

• How do I get to Silverstone?

  Please click here for directions.

Ticket Information

• What is a Roving Grandstand ticket?

  A Roving Grandstand ticket gives you access to a selection of grandstands at the circuit and allows you to choose your seat in any of these grandstands on a first come, first served basis. Friday - National Pits Straight Saturday - National Pits Straight, Luffield A, Silverstone 6 Sunday - National Pits Straight, Luffield A & B, Copse B, Becketts, Abbey, Silverstone 6

• When do tickets for this event go off sale?

  Timings will vary for each event, please see the individual event Overview tab for more details. Tickets can be purchased on the gate on the day.

• How much are tickets on the gate?

  Saturday- from £20 Sunday- from £35

• What age do you have to be to be classed as a child?

  Aged 15 years and under.

• Do children need a ticket?

  All children 15 years and under need to be with a parent or guardian and need a ticket, even if their ticket is free. Please go to one of the ticket booths to collect your child ticket. One adult can accompany up to 4 children.

• When will my tickets be despatched?

  Ticket despatch starts 2-4 weeks before the given event. The last ticket despatch will be 21st September at 5pm. Any tickets booked after this date will be held for collection.

Accommodation

• Do I need to purchase a Parking Pass if I have a Camping ticket?

  No. Parking in close proximity to the campsite is covered within the cost of the ticket.

• Can I camp at Silverstone Circuit?

  There is camping available at select events, please see individual event page for details.

• Where can I find information on places to stay?

  There are a number of hotels, campsites, B&B's and self catering accomodation on the accommodation section of the website.

Event Accessibility

• Where can I find out more about disabled accessibility?

  Please look at the Accessibility section of our website and the DisabledGo website or alternatively please call the contact centre 0844 3728 232.

• Where can Blue Badge holders park?

  Blue badge holders park in car park 50 to the left of the main entrance, please display blue badge on arrival.

• Can Mobility Scooters and Wheelchairs be hired at the circuit?

  Mobility scooters and wheelchairs can be hired from Event Mobility. For more information on the dates that Event Mobility will be at Silverstone Circuit and to book please click here.

Booking and Purchase

• Why has my online booking failed?

  This could be for a number of reasons, please check that the address you have entered is the same as your card’s billing address. If this does not resolve it please call the booking office on 0844 3750 740.

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