Your Guide to British Grand Prix Celebrations in Brackley & Towcester!

Your Guide to British Grand Prix Celebrations in Brackley & Towcester!

Every summer, the world's eyes turn to Northamptonshire as the Formula 1 British Grand Prix arrives at Silverstone! But the excitement doesn't stop at the circuit. Just minutes away, Brackley and Towcester come alive with plenty of opportunities to celebrate the race weekend while supporting fantastic independent businesses.


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Whether you're lucky enough to have a ticket for the British Grand Prix or simply want to experience the electric atmosphere that takes over Northamptonshire every July, Brackley and Towcester offer the perfect way to celebrate. Here's what they are up too ...


TOWCESTER



Did you know that Towcester is the gateway to the home of the Formula 1 British Grand Prix? Just a stone's throw from the track, the historic market town welcomes fans from around the world. Whether you're heading to the circuit or want to enjoy the town, Towcester is the perfect place to experience the excitement of Britain's biggest motorsport event.


PLACES TO WATCH THE BRITISH GP IN TOWCESTER (SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY): 


Get away from the 'BUZZ' in Towcester ...

Take some time to explore Towcester, Northamptonshire's oldest market town. Steeped in history and full of character, it's home to a fantastic mix of independent businesses and well-known retailers. Browse everything from fashion, children's wear, homeware and gifts to arts, crafts, beauty salons and the fascinating Towcester Museum – perfect for taking a break from the excitement of race weekend.

When it comes to food and drink, you'll be spoilt for choice. Whether you're looking for an early breakfast before heading to Silverstone, a quick lunch, or somewhere to relax with a meal and a drink after a day at the circuit, many cafés, pubs and restaurants will be ready to welcome racegoers. If there's a particular shop or venue you'd like to visit, be sure to check its opening times in advance, as these may vary during the British Grand Prix weekend.

Even away from the circuit, Towcester gets into the racing spirit, with many shopfronts decorated for the occasion. Plus take a stroll through the beautiful Water Meadows – a peaceful countryside escape just moments from the town centre.


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Travel Information

For those attending the race, we are delighted that Silverstone are in partnership with Stagecoach and will be providing a service again this year from Towcester. This bus service will be placed at the Racecourse this year.

Seats must be pre booked. Buses will arrive 30 mins prior and tickets will be scanned before boarding. 

Thu       1030 - 2330

Fri         0630 - 1400      1700 - 2330

Sat        0630 - 1400      1700 - 2330

Sun       0530 - 1400      1430 - 2330

Click to find out more about bus transfers to Silverstone from Towcester.


Business Name

Business Type

Address

How are they taking part?

Momo Vape

Vape Shop

1 Park Street

Dressing

Clark Jewellers

Jewellery Shop

10 Sponne Arcade

Dressing

RSPCA

Charity

2 Sponne Arcade  

Dressing

J&A

Dress Shop

94 Watling Street

Dressing

Specsavers

Opticians

110 Watling Street

Dressing

Willen Hospice Charity Shop

Charity

189 Watling Street

Dressing

The Old Bakery

Bakery

Whittons Lane

Dressing

BRACKLEY



Did you know that the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team is based at a state-of-the-art factory in Brackley? It's here that drivers George Russell and Kimi Antonelli spend their time preparing for the Formula 1 season, alongside the engineers, designers and mechanics working behind the scenes to keep one of the sport's most successful teams at the front of the grid.


PLACES TO WATCH THE BRITISH GP IN BRACKLEY (SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY): 


Get away from the 'BUZZ' in Brackley ...

Brackley has an array of independent and national shops, wellbeing and beauty business to unwind and escape the madness of the race weekend, including many open on the day of the race too. If you are heading off to the race many of the food & beverage places will be open in time to get breakfast , or to grab a bite to eat when you get back. Make sure to check opening times if there is somewhere specific you want to shop.

Plus it will be worth just a walk into the town as it will be dressed for the occasion with plenty of Mercedes AMG Petronas flags and shop fronts dressed in true race style!


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Travel Information

For those attending the race, we are delighted that Silverstone are in partnership with Stagecoach and will be providing a service again this year from Brackley. This bus service will use the bus stop opposite the public toilets. 

Seats must be pre booked. Buses will arrive 30 mins prior and tickets will be scanned before boarding. 

Thu       1030 - 2330

Fri         0630 - 1400      1700 - 2330

Sat       0630 - 1400      1700 - 2330

Sun       0530 - 1400      1430 - 2330

Click to find out more about bus transfers to Silverstone from Brackley.


Business Name

Business Type

Brackley Location

How are they taking part?

20 Arches

Bar

Mid High Street

Dress, Screen

Age UK

Charity

Market Place

Dressing shop

Alexander & Co

Estate Agents

Market Place

Dressing shop

Beautifully Different

Clothes Shop

Market Place

Dressing shop

Boughtons

Estate Agents

Market Place

Dressing shop

Brackley Cobblers

Cobblers

Lower High Street

Dressing shop

Brackley Kitchen Deli

Delicatessen

Market Place

Dressing shop

D&A Steak

Restaurant & Bar

Banbury Rd/Bridge Street

Dressing shop

Defern

Beauticians

Lower High Street

Dressing shop

EK Clinic

Beauticians

Upper High Street

Dressing shop

Gareth's Barking Mad

Dog Groomers

Market Place

Dressing shop

The Vape Shop

Gift Shop

Courtyard Shops

Dressing shop

Hot Headed

Barbers

Drayman's Walk

Dressing shop

Jems Stationers

Stationers

Market Place

Dressing shop

Kitchen Disco

Retail Gift Shop

Market Place

Dressing shop

Mortgage Smart

Financial Consultants

Drayman's Walk

Dressing shop

Orchid Clinic

Dentist

Banbury Rd/Bridge Street

Dressing shop

Pizza Rolla

Takeaway

Mid High Street

Dressing shop

Rock My Dress

Clothes Shop

Burgess Square

Dressing shop

Smith & Clay

Butchers

Market Place

Dressing shop

Taylors Vets

Vets

Market Place

Dressing shop

The Baguette Shop

Sandwich Shop

Lower High Street

Dressing shop

The Old Bakery

Coffee Shop & Café

Market Place

Dressing shop

The Old Fire Station

Coffee Shop & Café

Mid High Street

Dressing shop

Topsy Turvey

Gift Shop

Upper High Street

Dressing Shop

Floors & More

Flooring

Courtyard Shops Market Place

Dressing Shop

The Flower Pot

Florist

Courtyard Shops Market Place

Dressing Shop

Munson Opticians

Opticians

Market Place

Dressing Shop

The Greyhound Inn

Pub

High Street, Brackley 

Dressing Shop

The Red Lion

Pub

Market Place, Brackley

Escapism (no dressing but are a sport free haven if you aren’t interested)

Zeugma Kitchen

Restaurant & Bar

Market Place

Dressing Shop