Silverstone Museum

Silverstone Interactive Museum is situated at the iconic Silverstone Circuit in Northamptonshire, offering visitors an immersive journey through the history of British motor racing. The museum features interactive exhibits, legendary cars and bikes, and hands-on activities that tell the story of Silverstone from its origins as a wartime RAF airbase to the present day race track. Visitors can experience the Sim Suite, powered by Fanatec, where they can take the wheel and navigate the Silverstone circuit in a 30-minute simulator session. The museum also hosts Kart Silverstone, offering world-class outdoor karting for racers of all abilities. Other highlights include Black Cats and Chequered Flags, an immersive mixed reality experience about Alberto Ascari, the first double World Champion. The museum is a non-profit charitable organisation with an online shop selling F1 merchandise, exclusive memorabilia and stationery. Facilities include free parking, a café, a well-stocked shop, and accessibility provisions including state-of-the-art disabled toilets with hoist and changing facilities. The museum offers membership programmes, venue hire, education groups and STEM outreach activities. Children aged 15 and under can visit for free during summer promotions, and the average visit lasts around three hours with no time limit imposed.