Highlights and advice from the 2025 British Grand Prix

Food, food, and more food

If cars are what fills the race track all weekend, then food is the equivalent off-track. There were endless food options throughout the circuit grounds, ranging from staples like hot dogs and hamburgers to more elevated options like fresh-cut BBQ brisket and seafood paella.

The portions were a good size and prices were what you would expect from a large sporting event. Definitely find the gyro; the pita was soft, fries were crispy, and the chicken shawarma was juicy. Mmmm!

Pack for rain (even if it’s sunny)

All of our British friends agree: Silverstone’s weather has a mind of its own. Sunny one day and pouring down the next, you need to pack for all occasions even if it’s July. As one fan, Charlie, put it, “Even if the forecast says 40% chance of rain it’s 100% chance of rain.” Nick, who was visiting from Portland, Oregon, immediately agreed. “Bring an umbrella, a poncho, or both!”

Rain gear is essential. And if you’re bringing a camera - which are allowed at this track - or simply want to protect your phone, invest in waterproof cases or tiny ‘camera raincoats’ as I call them.

You’ll also want to account for your shoes. Wing Man, who traveled to the race by bus from London, had a very particular recommendation for footwear. “Bring flip flops if it rains,” she insisted. “If you're indoors, with flip flops you can wipe your feet clean while you can’t with shoes.”

Explore the fan areas…

F1 races are increasingly about the holistic entertainment package, and Silverstone’s main stage was in use from Thursday through Sunday evening after all the on-track action had concluded.

On the main stage were performances with the likes of Fatboy Slim, Becky Hill, and Mia Kirkland, just to name a few. And there were driver and team principal appearances, across Formula 1, Formula 2, and Formula 3. Protip: don’t skip on these driver appearances. They’re a great way to find rising stars to cheer for!

Just next door to the main stage was the ferris wheel. Be sure to hop on if you aren’t afraid of heights (it’s not that high up!). Maybe you’ll time it right and watch the flyover from the top.

And last but not least, if you’re looking for merch then Nick had a great recommendation: head to the store at the base of the Hilton Garden Inn hotel located along the start / finish straight. He was saying they carried track, driver, and team options which saves you the trouble of going to different stalls around the circuit. Be sure to go early in the weekend before things sell out.

… and the grandstand views

It wouldn’t be a race weekend without cars on track. Silverstone has so many options, including roaming grandstand tickets, which can make a difficult and expensive decision easier. To alleviate the burden even further, here are tips for ‘where to watch’ from fans we trust:

Linda: If you have a roaming grandstand, Vale is excellent for qualifying. You get to see a 180-degree view of Club, Vale, and Stowe. It’s great because the cars are just booking it before they get to the finish.

Wing Man: Try out the Loop grandstand. It’s new this year and I saw at least one spinout and all the sliding.

Charlie: I like Woodcote for the practice sessions, getting views of Maggotts and Becketts for qualifying, and Abbey to see lap 1, turn 1 chaos during the race.