24 Festive Hours at Silverstone: Plan Your Ultimate Christmas Getaway
17 November 2025Looking for something to do this festive season that doesn't quite fit in the traditional festive box? Silverstone's world-famous circuit transforms into a winter wonderland for 2025, offering families an unforgettable Christmas experience that combines motorsport heritage with festive magic.
The category-redefining 2-mile light trail, Lap of Lights, takes you on a journey through light and sound while driving on the iconic circuit, with the chance to also don ice skates in the Formula 1 garages. Combine this with visits to Santa's Garage (his motorsport grotto) and more. Wrap up the experience with a 24-hour escape at Escapade Silverstone, creating magical memories for all ages.
Lap of Lights: Northamptonshire's Best Christmas Light Trail
The star attraction returns for 2025, bigger and brighter than ever. Lap of Lights transforms the historic Silverstone Circuit into one of the UK's most spectacular Christmas light trails, featuring 7,000 LED panels, 10 specially designed activations and mesmerising laser shows.
This isn't your typical Christmas lights experience. The two-mile immersive light trail runs every evening from 12 December until 3 January (excluding Christmas Day), creating wonder for the whole family while driving on the famous asphalt. Perfect for families seeking memorable festive things to do.
Santa's Garage: Christmas Magic Meets Motorsport
For families with young children, Santa's Garage elevates your Christmas experience with a visit to Santa's motorsport grotto. Set in his garage, families gather for heartwarming story time with Santa himself. Children then design their own sleighs and, thanks to our LEGO® Group partnership, take home their very own LEGO masterpiece. Plus, a display of F1 cars makes this a great chance for adults and motorsport-obsessed kids to enjoy too!
Santa's Garage offers something truly special: a completely new way to visit Santa. The perfect addition to your festive day out in Northamptonshire.
Ice Trak: Skating Inside F1 Garages
Here's a Christmas experience you won't find anywhere else: ice skating inside the very garages that house Formula 1 teams during the British Grand Prix. Suitable for ages three and above, Ice Trak welcomes all abilities and slots perfectly into your Silverstone schedule alongside Lap of Lights.
Festive Food & Drink
The Festive Food Market delivers Christmas and international flavours near Ice Trak and Santa's Garage. Explore Lebanese street food, loaded festive burgers, market classics like German sausages, freshly made doughnuts and a festive bar. The perfect pit stop between activities.
The Silverstone Museum
Before the Christmas adventure begins, explore 75 years of Formula 1 history and British motorsport at Silverstone Museum. The 75 Years of F1 exhibition is open until the end of 2025, offering a deep dive into the world's most famous motorsport. Interactive exhibits bring Silverstone's racing heritage to life, adding depth to your festive visit and making it so much more than just a Christmas day out.
Escapade Silverstone: The Ultimate Overnight Christmas Experience
Transform your visit into a cosy overnight Christmas getaway at Escapade Silverstone. Private residences overlooking the winter wonderland, creative twists on festive classics served in the Gallery Restaurant & Bar with floor-to-ceiling views of the illuminated circuit and access to the on-site pool, gym, and sauna make this the best way to extend your festive experience overnight.
Book your Escapade stay alongside Lap of Lights and enjoy 10% off this unique Christmas experience
Planning Your Perfect 24 Hours
For Families: The Complete Christmas Experience
Start at the museum before heading to Lap of Lights as evening falls. After your lap, meet Santa at Santa's Garage where children receive LEGO® gifts, explore activities and check out the F1 car display, creating unforgettable festive memories. Warm up at the Festive Food Market before donning skates at Ice Trak. Complete the evening by retreating to Escapade Silverstone for a cosy night in your private residence. Morning brings breakfast and swimming before checkout – 24 hours of Christmas magic the family will never forget.
For Couples: Romantic Festive Escape
Enjoy a late afternoon museum visit, then experience Lap of Lights as it illuminates the circuit. Head over to Ice Trak for playful fun on ice and plenty of photo opportunities. Sample a festive drink at the Food Market before heading to Escapade for a romantic evening meal in The Gallery.
After staying overnight overlooking the illuminated circuit, start the day with a breakfast, swim and sauna before checkout. A peaceful Christmas experience away from the usual festive chaos.
For Friends: Action-Packed Christmas Adventure
Dive into Lap of Lights at dusk, before heading over to Ice Trak for group photos, laughs and friendly competition on the ice. Share plates at the Festive Food Market and gather at the festive bar. Extend the fun at Escapade and split the cost on a multi-bed private residence to create unforgettable memories.
Your Christmas Experience Awaits
Silverstone offers something genuinely special this Christmas – a chance to escape the ordinary and create extraordinary memories. Whether you're planning a family activity, a romantic getaway or something for you and your friends to enjoy in the build-up to Christmas, Silverstone delivers unforgettable festive experiences.
The circuit operates throughout December, with Christmas Day stays available at Escapade.
Book your Lap of Lights and Escapade stay today and discover why Silverstone offers one of the most memorable Christmas experiences in Northamptonshire this festive season.
