Silverstone F1 Grand Prix 8th July 2012

Intro

Silverstone plays host to the nation's most anticipated event, the 2011 FORMULA 1 SANTANDER BRITISH GRAND PRIX. As one of the sporting highlights of the British Summer, few sporting occasions match the intensity, glamour and drama of the BRITISH GRAND PRIX and whether a wide eyed first timer or seasoned veteran, the experience is breathtaking.

We have two hotels and choice of tickets for everyone.

The Peacock Inn F1 weekend package is a great British affair. We have reserved an Oxfordshire country inn for our Grand Prix weekend. The Peacock Inn will be transformed into a special F1 venue with team flags adorning the bar and restaurant walls. Think of your stay as a big F1 house party.  Throughout the weekend guests will be treated to superb traditional English food and can enjoy real ales and fine wines. In addition to half board accommodation your event package includes circuit transfers and your choice of 3 day race tickets.

The Bell Hotel is situated in the picturesque market town of Winslow, just 12 miles south of the circuit. Being so close to the circuit allows you to take advantage of any parties that may be taking place during the evenings. The hotel has a great buzz to it as we share the hotel with the Pirelli F1 team.

Our Silverstone packages sell out fast, so be sure to book now and secure your places.

Bell Hotel - Winslow, Buckinghamshire

Just 12 miles south of the circuit

Hotel Overview

You are sure to enjoy your stay at the Bell Hotel in the picturesque market town of Winslow. The Bell Hotel is centrally situated between Aylesbury and Milton Keynes and is just 12 miles south of the Silverstone circuit. Being so close to the circuit allows you to take advantage of any parties that may be taking place during the evenings.

Making your reservation. You can stay for three or more nights. Full English breakfast is included for each night of your stay. On Friday evening we host a welcome party. Circuit transfers are provided on Saturday and Sunday only. The hotel will have a great buzz to it as we share the hotel with the Pirelli F1 team.

In days gone by Stage Coaches used to call regularly at this hostelry which dominates the Market Square of this homely town, and an inn has graced the site since Tudor times. A visit today by more conventional means reveals a variety of pleasures in keeping with more sophisticated requirements, not least of which are attractive beamed bars where it is a delight to relax with a drink and consider the excellent bill of fare.

Guest Rooms
All our bedrooms are ensuite, well appointed and comfortable with tastefully colour coordinated fabrics and furnishings.

Dining
Dine in the comfortable surrounding of the Carvery Restaurant, sampling the traditional roast joints accompanied by a selection of fresh vegetables.

Vegetarian dishes are always available as an alternative main course. If you do not fancy a Carvery meal there is an extensive bar meal menu

History
An early sign of The Bell Hotel, found and restored in 1976, hangs in the coffee lounge. It is alleged that The Bell Hotel was once the venue for the Magistrates Court with Petty Sessions being held on alternate Wednesdays. Stage Coaches to and from London would call every day except Sunday - "The Regulators" via Tring and "The Union" via Wendover starting and finishing at The Bell Hotel. Until 1914 The Bell brewed its own beer on the premises, refusing to be tied to any commercial brewery. Today it retains its independence by remaining a free house, selling the beer it chooses.

Race tickets Overview

CLUB SILVERSTONE
The Club Silverstone Grandstand allows you to view one of the most famous and historic corner complexes in the world. With private food marquee and bar behind the grandstand, Club Silverstone bridges the gap between full hospitality and standard grandstand tickets.
Spectators see the action twice per lap - as the cars come through Becketts and then again as they come up through the Arena Complex.

PLATINUM SELECTION
Platinum tickets include a roving seat on Friday and Saturday in any "open to the public" roving grandstand and a reserved seat in your allocated grandstand on Sunday. All Platinum Grandstands are covered.

International Pit Straight Grandstand
New for 2011 is the International Pits Straight, spectators will see drivers exit Club Corner and speed down the new pits straight into the fast right turn at Abbey and into Farm Curve. With the combined roar from the cars as they try to get the best getaway, International Pits Straight can be a spectacular place to watch. It provides a great view of the start/finish line and across the track to the pitlane and podium area.

Club
Watch on as the cars roar into life from the new start/finish line and speed round the new Farm Curve. The cars will then reappear blasting out of Club Corner to race along the new International Pits Straight, into Abbey and on to Farm Curve. Best for high speed action.

Luffield B
One of the best seats in the house. Watch the cars as they appear under the bridge on Wellington Straight and enter the Luffield Complex, it's then hard on the power as the drivers accelerate out of Luffield and through Woodcote. The cars are in view for a prolonged period of time, allowing you to soak up all the breathtaking noise and atmosphere.

GOLD SELECTION
Gold tickets include a roving* seat on Friday and Saturday in any "open to the public" roving grandstand and a reserved seat in your allocated grandstand on Sunday.

Farm Curve - Uncovered Grandstand
Farm Curve has great views of Abbey, the first turn after the Start/Finish straight. Watch the cars scream around this first corner into Farm Curve. Farm Curve also has great views of the Pit Lane exit, where the cars battle to come out in front.

Club A - Uncovered Grandstand
It's hard on the brakes for the drivers as the left, right chicane provides a great opportunity to gain an advantage before the run up the International Pits Straight. Club A offers views of the drivers speeding down Vale and entering the slow left, right chicane before taking off up International Pits Straight.

SILVER SELECTION
Silver 3 day tickets include a roving seat on Friday and Saturday in any open grandstand and a reserved seat in your allocated grandstand on Sunday.

Copse - Covered Grandstands
A fast entry requires full commitment from the drivers and plenty of noise for the spectators! Copse provides a great view of one of the fastest corners in F1™. From Copse you will see the cars speeding down the National Straight into this fast paced corner.

GENERAL ADMISSION 'FAN' TICKETS
The General Admission 'Fan' tickets give you access to the outside of the circuit and allow you to choose your own vantage point in one of the designated General Admission areas (under the guidance of the spectator marshals of course!).
General Admission areas include, Hangar Straight, Becketts, Stowe, new Vale and Luffield viewing and more.
Please note that General Admission does NOT include access to Grandstands.

VIP STOWE LAKESIDE HOSPITALITY...
is a stones throw away from the action on the inside of the breakneck Stowe Corner. The views have to be seen to be believed. There will be plenty of entertainment off track too, with a band and DJ keeping the tempo up and plenty of sumptuous food and drink on offer to fuel the party atmosphere.
The Stowe Lakeside Terrace allows you to move freely between Vale and Stowe Corner to find your perfect view. Refreshments will also be provided during the race so that you can sip on Champagne while the action unfolds on the track. Inside the VIP area, guests will enjoy fabulous cuisine from the chef's table, all-day champagne and a complimentary bar service.
 

Highlights !

The new Silverstone circuit

Silverstone is now one of the best circuits in the world. It's facilities are fantastic and it's grandstands provide some of the best viewing imaginable.
Gone are the days of long queues into the circuit. Today dedicated coach lanes usher us into giant car parks just minutes from the circuit entrance.

The futuristic pit complex and exhibition centre is an amazing sight behold. The revised circuit layout is just as fast and challenging for the drivers, but it is the fans who are the real winners as the improved viewing make the British Grand Prix the one to watch.

Food & Drink

From Gourmet Burgers to tasty Thai Green Curries, Silverstone is unique amongst F1 circuits in offering a huge range food styles. You can be assured that you will find something to excite your palate and satisfy your appetite.
New this year is the Revolution Bistro This bistro offers traditional, locally sourced produce for the general public. Located adjacent to Club Silverstone enclosure on the corner of Becketts, the facility was designed to offer people an alternative to mobile catering with a relaxed seated dining experience and a high quality menu.

When it comes to quenching your thirst your choices are equally tempting. Traditional Teas and Luxury Coffees aplenty. Beers, Pimms and Champagne paddocks help you celebrate your F1 weekend in style.

Air Displays

Air displays are another firm favourite amongst Silverstone fans. In 2010 guests saw the famous Red Arrows, Typhoon display and Red Devils Parachute display teams grace the skies above Silverstone, stunning the crowds. These remarkable feats of skill and courage had spectators in awe of our nation's top airborne daredevils.

Marching Bands & Drivers Parade

OK its not hip and trendy but us Silverstone fans love the tradition and the spectacle. Be British, be proud. Get behind our drivers and cheer and wave as they pass by on the drivers parade.

Superb Grand Prix Party Atmosphere

The British Grand Prix is the biggest and best grand prix of season. The British fans are the most knowledgeable of all F1 fans and the support they give all the drivers just has to be experienced to be believed.

Travel Information

The Bell Hotel Winslow is situated on the A413, 13 miles north of Aylesbury and 14 miles west of Milton Keynes. Arriving by rail – Mainline stations at Aylesbury or Milton Keynes, then taxi or bus to Winslow. Arriving by air – Closest airport is Luton at 27 miles. Next closest is Heathrow at 50 miles. Transfer time, hotel to circuit - 20 minutes

Previous year's photos

Here is small selection of photos I took at previous Silverstone events.

During the race weekend we capture the spirit of the event in photos which we publish on our Photo Album for your lasting enjoyment.

You can access all our event photos by clicking the following link. Motoexpress Photo Album

What you've said

Hello Linda,
Firstly, many thanks for a fantastic time at the British Grand Prix.
It was our first Grand Prix and we both thoroughly enjoyed it, especially as the Pirelli guys staying at The Bell also gave us a fantastic insight into the technicalities of the tyres! The racing was really awesome, so much so that I am writing with a request! Could you please put us on your list for next years’ British Grand Prix, staying at The Bell again with tickets in Luffield. Obviously I will confirm my request with you when you have final costs, but I have started saving already!
Many thanks once again, and have fun at all your other races this year.
Yours sincerely,
Nickie and Ian Hough

Hi John
I would just like to thank you for a very enjoyable weekend at the Grand Prix.
We enjoyed it so much my son can't wait 'til next year. Would you be kind enough to contact me when your tickets become available for next years event?
Thank you again
Regards
Linda Oakes

Hi John
My dad, Mike and myself want to thank you for doing a great job organising the tour. It was a very special way to celebrate my dad's 80th!
All the best Bruce Tocher

Hello John
Sorry we didn’t get to see you at breakfast on our last day to say goodbye.
We just wanted to say a big thank you for a fantastic weekend at Silverstone. We have been a few times ourselves, but this weekend was most definitely the best. What with the beautiful sunshine and the fantastic seats we had which we can only describe as ‘Pole Position’! It was a great race and the British lads did very well considering all their setbacks with the car.
I found myself winding down and having a relaxing weekend for it to be over far too quickly! The hotel was in a beautiful location and the hospitality of the staff and the food was excellent. It was so nice not having to eat ‘Pub Food’, and we thought the chef made some excellent choices with the menu and as a result I have half a stone to lose!
We would like to do another Grand Prix abroad, maybe not next year but the year after in 2012. It looks like it will be Silverstone again for next year but we would really like to do Abu Dhabi which you have recommended so we are going to start working towards that as from now! Please drop me a line when bookings for Silverstone next year are available.
We look forward to speaking with you again in the future.
Kindest regards
Tina & Kevin Lewis

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