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.

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):
- Brave Old Oak Gastropub in Towcester | Great food and Sunny beer garden Watling St, Towcester NN12 6BT
- Monk & Tipster Monk & Tipster – Towcester 36 Watling Street, Towcester, NN12 6AF
- The Peacock Peacock – Unity Social Pub Co 97 Watling St, Towcester NN12 6AG
- The Plough Welcome to The Plough,Towcester, 96 Watling St, Towcester NN12 6BT
- The Saracens Head The Saracens Head Hotel | Hotel in Towcester | Greene King Inns 219 Watling St, Towcester NN12 6BX
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.
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.
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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):
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The Bell Inn The Bell Brackley | Facebook 103 High Street, Brackley NN13 7BN
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The Plough The Plough | Your Charming Local Pub in Brackley 9 High Street, Brackley, NN13 7DW
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Rumours Sports Bar Rumours - Pubs & Bars - Brackley 12 Banbury Rd, Brackley NN13 6AU
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!
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.
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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 |












