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British GT Championship
25 - 26 April 2026
Silverstone 500

The main event

Join us as we hold the opening round of The British GT Championship for the first time since 2001, the UK's biggest sportscar race in terms of entry and prestige.

Headlined by an epic three-hour endurance race, British GT also features a stunning array of GT3 and GT4 supercars battling around the circuit.

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SUPPORT RACING

The event features a full support race package, which is to be confirmed over the off-season.

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Back for 2026

SUPERCAR SUNDAY

Get up close and personal with the most luxurious and stylish supercars in this annual showcase.

More information coming soon.

KIDS GO FREE

Bring your junior team, kids under 16 go free all weekend!

NON-STOP ENTERTAINMENT

There's plenty to keep you and the little ones busy across the weekend in-between all of the track action, more information on all of our entertainment zones coming soon.

BRITISH GT FAQS

Do children need a ticket?

Yes, children under 16 go free, but will need a ticket for entry into the venue. Please ensure that you select the number of child tickets you require at the time of purchasing. One adult can accompany a maximum of four children.

Which grandstands will be open?

The event is centred around the National side of the track, with the races hosted on the National layout. This means the following stands will be open:

  • BRDC
  • National Pit Straight
  • Copse A
How can I get to the circuit?

You can drive and park in our car parks at the circuit (please check the locations on the event map, released closer to the time!)

You can use Public Transport to get to us, but please check local routes via Stagecoach

The other option is to book a taxi to get to us, as they can drop you off at the track with no issue

Is there a list of prohibited items?

The following items are prohibited at the venue:

  • Bags over 20 litre capacity
  • Alcohol
  • Glass bottles and glass containers
  • BBQs
  • Restricted and illegal substances
  • Walkie-Talkies
  • Offensive weapons
  • Items that are deemed dangerous, offensive, or unsuitable
  • Drones or remote-controlled aircraft
  • Step ladders or any similar item that may obstruct another attendee's view
  • Lasers
  • Fireworks / pyrotechnics / flares
  • Any items that might be used to undertake ambush marketing
  • Smoke canisters
  • Tents and shelters
  • Four-wheeled carry carts (excluding those used to carry children, but they must be empty at the gate)
  • Powered scooters (excluding disability scooters) / hover boards

You are not permitted to use a privately owned e-scooter or e-bike anywhere on the Silverstone Circuit premises. It is illegal to use a privately owned scooter in public areas, and during public events, the Silverstone venue is deemed a public area.

  • Manual scooters
  • Sun parasols

Any item which, in the opinion of SCL, may be used for protest within the Venue, including, but not limited to, flags, clothing, or any other item for the purpose of locking on.

Ticket Holders shall not be permitted to enter the Venue in fancy dress or clothing that, in the opinion of SCL, is not appropriate for the Event or to be worn or taken into the venue.