Where to Stay for the 2026 British Grand Prix

Where to stay near Silverstone for the 2026 British Grand Prix. From trackside camping to the best hotels in Milton Keynes and Northampton

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• The 2026 British Grand Prix takes place from July 2-5
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With one of the few truly rural locations on the F1 calendar, accommodation close to Silverstone gets booked up extremely quickly in advance of the British Grand Prix. Accommodation in the nearest towns of Towcester and Buckingham fills up quickly, though there is more on offer in the larger nearby centers of Northampton and Milton Keynes. The latter is our recommended place to stay for the weekend. Some fans even stay in London, Oxford or Birmingham, where you’ll find more options and better value, but with the drawback of a much longer commute to and from the circuit.

If money is no object, the best places to stay next to the track are at the Silverstone Hilton Garden Inn on Hamilton Straight or the new trackside Escapade apartments, some of which have exceptional views of the track but will not come cheap on race weekend. Nearby and also popular with both teams and VIP guests is Whittlebury Hall and Spa.

British Grand Prix Camping

Camping with your fellow fans next to the track is one of the most immersive and fun ways to enjoy a weekend at the British Grand Prix. The camping options at Silverstone are excellent these days, resembling more of a music festival with late-night discos and food trucks aplenty. Camping options include everything from pitches where you bring your own tent and equipment to pre-erected tents, motorhome pitches and high-end glamping.

Silverstone offers five official options for camping and glamping at the British Grand Prix, with options to stay for between 3-5 nights. All campsites offer toilet facilities and hot showers, and power is available (either included or at an extra cost). Cartmel Fields is closest to the main gates (2025 prices: £166-180 per adult for 3-5 nights), while Arden Paddocks offers large pitches for up to four people with electricity hookup included (2025 price per pitch from £900). Silverstone Golf Club has a range of pitches with and without power (including the option to camp alongside your vehicle) and glamping tents, with prices for the weekend (2025 prices starting from £340 for two adults). Higher end glamping facilities are offered at The Ridings (very close to the track) and The Pop-Up Hotel, which is actually located inside the circuit grounds. Official campsites are now on sale for the 2026 British Grand Prix. More information here.

Silverstone Woodlands is the closest campground to the track and was previously the official campsite for the race. You can choose from “family” or “lively”zones, both of which have very good toilet and bathroom facilities  plus places to buy food and drink. Full weekend access (from Wednesday!) to the Woodlands campsite for the 2026 British Grand Prix is priced at £149 for adults (16+) and £72 for children (aged 2-15) at the 2026 British Grand Prix. Pre-erected and glamping tents are also available. You’ll pay extra if you want to bring your vehicle or a motorhome.

Whittlebury Park is another recommended campground near Silverstone, close to the Copse and Becketts zones. Occupying the middle ground between hotel and camping, Suitehuts @ Silverstone offers standard or deluxe huts with ensuite bathroom, and is located a few minutes’ walk from the circuit gates. Learn More: European F1 Camping Guide

Milton Keynes

The largest town in Buckinghamshire is a great base for the British Grand Prix. Only about 15 miles (24km) from Silverstone, Milton Keynes is also well connected by direct trains from London. There are also regular shuttle buses from the train station in Milton Keynes to Silverstone on race weekend. The city centre is the best place to stay in Milton Keynes, as you’ll be close to both the train station and also plenty of shopping, nightlife and restaurants.

Recommended hotels in Milton Keynes include the Leonardo Hotel Milton Keynes, Moxy Milton Keynes and Holiday Inn Milton Keynes, all of which are located in a lively area called “The Hub” with restaurants and bars. These hotels are also within walking distance of Milton Keynes Central train station and the centre:mk shopping centre. Hotel La Tour is another recommended modern hotel close to centre:mk.

Northampton

Closer to the circuit than Milton Keynes but less lively, Northampton is another popular base for the British Grand Prix. The city is also served by trains from London, and has shuttle buses to the circuit on race weekend. Recommended hotels in Northampton include the Holiday Inn Northampton, Mercure Northampton and Hilton Northampton Hotel.

London

Bus and train services are available from central London to Silverstone on Grand Prix weekend, so it is worth considering staying in the capital, which has a much better selection of accommodation. Note that the transfer time from London to Silverstone is at least 2 hours each way. If you decide to stay in London, it’s a good idea to be close to Euston Station, which has fast connections to the closest large stations to the circuit, Milton Keynes and Northampton. More details in Getting There & Around.