Silverstone in 2025 had everything: sun, showers, and heart-in-mouth drama right in front of The Pop-Up Hotel, trackside. Over 52 slippery laps, the fickle British weather kept everyone guessing, and the home crowd got the fairy-tale finish they craved. If you stayed with us inside the circuit, you didn’t just watch it, you felt it.
But the best part? 2026 is shaping up to be even bigger, with a Sprint weekend and a major F1 regulations overhaul by mid-season, there will undoubtedly be more sensational stories to follow. More moments you’ll talk about for years. More reasons not to miss out. More reasons you need to book for 2026, today!
Silverstone 2025: The Need-to-Know Numbers
- Home hero: Lando Norris became the 13th British driver to win the British Grand Prix and gave McLaren their first Silverstone win since 2008.
- Brits at home: It was the 25th British victory at Silverstone in the 75 years of the World Championship.
- Papaya dominated: McLaren sealed their fifth 1–2 of 2025 — the most they’ve managed in any season this century.
- A podium for the ages: Nico Hülkenberg (Sauber) finally cracked the rostrum. It was the longest wait for a first podium in F1 history. An incredible 238 Grands Prix over 15 years.
- Sauber milestone: With Hulkenberg in P3, it was the Sauber team’s first podium since Japan 2012 (Kamui Kobayashi).
- Records on records: Age is but a number, and with Hülkenberg, 37, he became the oldest first-time podium finisher since George Follmer (39) at the 1973 Spanish Grand Prix.
- From the depths: Despite starting in P19, Hulkenberg found a way to P3, which was the lowest-ever grid spot to yield a podium in Sauber’s 32-year history. Iconic in their final year before Audi takes over as a full works team in 2026.
- Hamilton’s rise: Lewis Hamilton took P4 for Ferrari, tying his best finish of the season (in a full race) for the second Grand Prix running. However…
- Streak burst: It ended Hamilton’s incredible run of 12 consecutive Silverstone podiums, the longest streak in F1 history at any circuit.
- The flashpoint: In a rain-soaked scramble with two Safety Cars in quick succession, Oscar Piastri initially led after passing polesitter Max Verstappen, but a 10-second penalty for erratic braking behind the Safety Car swung the race. Piastri served it during a pit stop; Norris inherited the lead and won by nearly seven seconds.
- Right in front of our eyes: That “erratic braking” incident? It unfolded directly opposite our Trackside Hotel viewing area; guests had a front-row seat to the moment that changed the course of the race.
Don’t Miss the Stories 2026 Will Write
If 2025 proved anything, it’s that the British Grand Prix, at Silverstone, rewards the fans who show up, and our guests were closer than anyone. With championship narratives tightening, title rivals maturing, and homegrown heroes entering their prime, 2026 has “instant classic” written all over it. The only question is: will you be there to see it?
New for 2026: A Sprint Weekend (More Action, Less Waiting)
The 2026 British Grand Prix has been confirmed as a Sprint weekend, which means there will be meaningful sessions on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. More racing, more jeopardy, more chances for the weather (and bravery) to flip the championship battles.
- Friday: You’ll witness FP1 from the comfort of our terrace, then straight into Sprint Qualifying.
- Saturday: We’ll watch as the Sprint race fireworks unfold, with a few hours before the Grand Prix qualifying takes place.
- Sunday: Wake up under canvas or from a luxurious motor home, eat, drink and settle in for what we’ve all come to see, the race itself.
→ Read our quick explainer: How F1 Sprint Weekends Work (and how to watch them trackside)
Also in 2026: A Major F1 Regulations Overhaul
The sport is rolling out a significant technical rules reset in 2026, aimed at closer racing and new engine and aero changes. Translatio? A potentially new pecking order, new winners, and plenty of surprises, especially at a high-speed track like Silverstone.
→ Dive deeper: F1 2026 Regulations Explained: What’s Changing & Why It Matters
What’s on Offer with The Pop-Up Hotel? Trackside in 2026.
Experience the 2026 British Grand Prix like never before. As an official Silverstone accommodation partner, we’re proud to offer inner trackside accommodation, a luxury retreat inside the iconic circuit with trackside views of the Hangar Straight.
Exclusive Trackside Living
- Unrivalled Location: The only hotel on the inside track, with a trackside view, with a booking system that allows for staged payments right up till race weekend, placing you at the centre of it all.
- Trackside Dining & Lounge: Between sessions and after the action of a day has died down, experience exceptional cuisine and cocktails with a view over the track.
- Seamless Access: Moments from paddock hospitality, concerts, and exclusive events.
- Luxury Service: 24-hour reception, concierge, and private security for total peace of mind.
- Relax & Recharge: Hot tubs, spa treatments, premium wellness facilities and in 2026, a swimming pool!
- VIP Arrival: Hospitality parking plus chauffeur service from the heliport or car park.
- First-Class Amenities: Hot showers, premium toilets, and hand-picked luxury accommodations throughout.
NEW Hotel Features for 2026
- Swimming Pool: Yes, you read that right! We’re introducing a stunning pool courtyard that brings a touch of South Beach, Ibiza to Silverstone, complete with palm trees and hot tubs that overlook the track. This unique blend of Formula 1 glamour and laid-back luxury is set to elevate your race weekend to a whole new level!
- Enhanced Paddock: Building on 2025, the enhanced paddock will serve as a dynamic hub, blending a sim racing lounge, deli, and coffee shop, as well as retail, fashion, and art outlets. Designed to emulate the feel of a constructor’s paddock, it will feature slick, high-production finishes and a premium atmosphere.
- Skybar/Viewing Tower: Watched in 2025, but wanted to see the entire Hangar Straight? In addition to our elevated viewing stand, covered by a stretch tent, we will offer a unique vantage point of the track. The skybar on the top level will offer enhanced views reaching as far as Stow, with the possibility of two levels for an even more immersive experience.
- Deli: More food offerings in 2026 with a deli offering top-quality barista coffee from a leading partner such as Illy or Lavazza. With artisan bread, sandwiches, fresh bakery items, and a grab-and-go format, it will provide a more casual option for guests, opening early and catering to both dine-in and take-to-room preferences.
This is the closest you can get from bed to track without a team pass. Wake up, open your door, and watch the cars fly by on the Hangar Straight.
→ Dive deeper: A brand-new experience at the 2026 British Grand Prix with our exclusive trackside facility
Booking for 2026: Early Bird Is Live (Limited)
For a strictly limited number of rooms, we are guaranteeing 2025 prices for the 2026 British Grand Prix at Silverstone.
- Up to 30% saving vs. final 2026 rates
- Secure your room with just a 25% deposit
- Dynamic pricing: rates will rise over time, so book early to lock in the best price.
Pro tip: Sprint weekends sell out fast! If you want the inside track, an unrivalled vantage point, plus three days of must-watch sessions, grab your spot now.
→ Ready to lock it in? Reserve Your 2026 British Grand Prix Trackside Stay
