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Silverstone Museum

A hands-on museum with over 60 exhibits, including Mansell’s Red 5, historic racing bikes, and immersive film

Free cancellation available
Up to 24 hours before the start time
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

The Silverstone Museum is an immersive visitor attraction that celebrates the past, present and future of Silverstone and British motor racing. Over 60 hands-on exhibits give you the opportunity to try a variety of activities, from operating a wind tunnel and taking part in a pit stop to climbing into a replica Grand Prix car. As you move through the displays, interactive elements bring technical and historic aspects of the sport to life.

Alongside the hands-on fun, the museum shows some of the most iconic cars and bikes from Silverstone’s 70-year history. You’ll see Mansell’s famous “Red 5”, an E.R.A from the first ever Grand Prix and Barry Sheene’s 1979 Suzuki motorbike among other important machines. A thrilling immersive film show, the ultimate lap of Silverstone, brings together many of the circuit’s most famous racing moments and provides a dramatic way to round off your visit.

Why Visit

  • Hands-on exhibits including wind tunnel operation, pit stop and replica Grand Prix car
  • Historic racing vehicles including Mansell’s Red 5, an E.R.A and 1979 Suzuki
  • Immersive film show presenting the ultimate lap of Silverstone and famous moments

What's included

  • Full admission to Silverstone Museum
  • Starting Grid pre-show
  • Access to Heritage Track Trail (weather dependent)
  • The Ultimate Lap end show

What's Not Included

    What's not included
    • Souvenirs
    • Simulator experience
    • Food and drinks

    Additional information

    Venue location:

    Silverstone Museum

    Silverstone Circuit, Silverstone, Towcester NN12 8TN

    Days of operation:

    Days of operation: Daily (February-November). Wednesday to Sunday (November to February).

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