Motorcycle track days and open sessions at Circuit Silverstone Circuit
Silverstone, United Kingdom
102 dB ride-by · 105 dB static
Operator's Bike Track Days: 102 dB drive-by, continuous measurement; any motorcycle above this is black-flagged then given a static test at 105 dB; baffles compulsory in silencers (Bike Track Days terms and conditions). Measuring method not published.
Checked on 02/10/2026
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About this circuit
Silverstone Circuit, at Silverstone in Northamptonshire, England, runs 5.89 km (3.660 mi) on its GP configuration, the one used by F1 since 1950 and by MotoGP. It is the layout for the operator's motorcycle track days, with its fast sequences between Abbey, Becketts and Woodcote. Three shorter layouts exist: the 2.639 km National, where the Wellington straight ends at a tightening Brooklands, the 2.97 km International, fast and technical, and the 1.73 km Stowe, a set-up loop. An experienced rider laps in 2'35" to 2'49", an expert rider in 2'23" to 2'35". The three level groups are given shared garages. The permanent medical centre, in the middle of the circuit, has a resuscitation room, imaging and a helipad. Allow 60 min from Birmingham via the M1 and A43, 90 min from London via the M40; station at Wolverton, 16 km. The paddock opens at 7:00 and must be cleared by 19:00, no motorcycle stays overnight in a garage without the operator's written agreement; 20 L of fuel maximum per rider in the garage. The circuit's filling station sells fuel 24 hours a day, by card. The Pit Stop Café serves snacks and meals. The noise limit is 102 dB on drive-by, measured continuously: above that, black flag then a static test at 105 dB; baffles are compulsory in silencers. Motorcycle of 300 cc minimum (or a 125 race bike), front brake lever guard, headlights taped, tyres at 3 mm, titanium sliders and lap timers banned. One-piece or two-piece leathers zipped hip to hip, textile refused, leather gloves and boots, back protector, ACU or FIM helmet, full A licence. The price and the noise limit applied are shown on each track day's page.
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Practical info
Facilities & services
Pit Stop Café open on bike track days (snacks, meals, drinks). Box Box Pizza (Kart Silverstone) can be delivered to the paddock; The Gallery restaurant (Escapade), Hilton Garden Inn, Coffee Box, Refuel Cafe on site.
Access
Road: 60 min south of Birmingham via the M1 then the A43 (dual carriageway, 2×2 lanes); 90 min north of London via the M40 and the A43. Train: nearest station Wolverton (~10 miles / 16 km, direct trains from London Euston, Birmingham New Street, Northampton); Banbury, Milton Keynes and Northampton less than 13 miles / 20 km away. Air: Turweston Flight Centre 6.9 mi / 11 km, Birmingham 55 mi / 88 km, Luton 42 mi / 68 km, Heathrow 67 mi / 108 km, Stansted 89 mi / 143 km. Stagecoach buses during major events.
Parking
Bike track days: access to the site and paddock from 07:00; garages and paddock to be vacated by 19:00 (17:15 on certain days with evening track hire). Riders' cars to be parked at the back of the paddock, not on the garage side. No motorcycle left overnight in a garage without written agreement from SCL.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the noise limit at Silverstone Circuit?
Silverstone Circuit enforces a 102 dB noise limit, checked with a sound meter on arrival. Above it you may be turned away, so check your exhaust level (and your db-killer) before you come.
How do I get to Silverstone Circuit?
Road: 60 min south of Birmingham via the M1 then the A43 (dual carriageway, 2×2 lanes); 90 min north of London via the M40 and the A43. Train: nearest station Wolverton (~10 miles / 16 km, direct trains from London Euston, Birmingham New Street, Northampton); Banbury, Milton Keynes and Northampton less than 13 miles / 20 km away. Air: Turweston Flight Centre 6.9 mi / 11 km, Birmingham 55 mi / 88 km, Luton 42 mi / 68 km, Heathrow 67 mi / 108 km, Stansted 89 mi / 143 km. Stagecoach buses during major events.
What facilities are available at Silverstone Circuit?
Silverstone Circuit offers in particular: Catering. Exact services may vary depending on the day's organiser.
Where to stay near Silverstone Circuit?
Silverstone Circuit is located in Silverstone. Most riders book accommodation nearby the night before, to be fresh for the morning briefing and avoid riding in before track time.
Do I need a licence or insurance to ride at Silverstone Circuit?
It depends on each day at Silverstone Circuit: some organisers require a licence or supporting document, others only ask for a motorcycle driving licence and a waiver signed at the briefing. The exact condition is on each day's page. In all cases, your usual motorcycle insurance does not cover the track: a dedicated day (or annual) policy is strongly advised, and some organisers require it.
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