England is often called the birthplace of Formula 1 because the very first Formula 1 Grand Prix was held there, over half a century ago. Silverstone remains one of the most anticipated race weekends on the calendar, as it offers a challenging track that demands a lot from the drivers.

The circuit guarantees fast straights, technical sections, and, above all, a lot of speed. Even though the track has undergone significant renovations in recent years, it still retains the high-speed nature of the original layout. The first sector of the track might slow things down a bit, but the current cars offer so much grip that the overall average speed has only increased. Additionally, the hairpin provides excellent overtaking opportunities.

The first press conferences in Imola are scheduled for Thursday July 3rd, drivers will take it to the track for the first time this year on July 4th during FP1 and FP2. Saturday July 5th will feature one final practice session before Grand Prix qualifying, finally, on Sunday July 6th it is time for the race.

The British GP can be followed live on GPblog an hour before each session. As with all other Grands Prix, the race will be broadcast live on Sky Sports and F1TV Pro, as well as qualifying and free practice sessions.

Track time

Free Practice 1: Friday, July 4 12:30 - 13:30 

Free Practice 2: Friday, July 4 16:00-17:00

Free Practice 2: Saturday, July 5 11:30-12:30

Qualifying: Saturday, July 5 15:00-16:00

Race: Sunday, July 6 15:00-17:00

CEST

Free Practice 1: Friday, July 4 13:30 - 14:30 

Free Practice 2: Friday, July 4 17:00-18:00

Free Practice 2: Saturday, July 5 12:30-13:30

Qualifying: Saturday, July 5 16:00-17:00

Race: Sunday, July 6 16:00-18:00

The British Grand Prix is the twelfth race on the 2025 F1 calendar – after the Austrian GP and before the Belgium GP. View the full 2025 F1 calendar here.

Watching the British GP on F1TV and Sky Sports

In 2025, Formula 1 will once again be broadcast in the UK by Sky Sports. All F1 sessions across the weekend will be available on their broadcasting channel, with live commentary by David Croft and ex-F1 driver Martin Brundle. Sky Sports will also provide pre- and post-race coverage of qualifying and the Grand Prix.

Another option to watch Formula 1 live is through F1TV Pro, the official streaming service of Formula 1. F1TV Pro broadcasts all the sessions from the British GP live, and viewers have the ability to choose their preferred commentators as well.

2024 brought along an action-packed British Grand Prix. It would be an all British lock-out for the top three on the grid, with Russell lining up in front of Mercedes teammate Lewis Hamilton and McLaren driver Lando Norris. With a rain cloud passing over the Silverstone track midway through the race, teams had to act quickly and pit for Intermediates. Norris was leading ahead of Hamilton and McLaren teammate Piastri. Russell’s luck was up as he retired on Lap 39 of the race. As the track dried once more it would be Hamilton’s Mercedes that came alive after a slow stop for Norris. The seven-time world champion claimed victory on home soil after a difficult opening part of the season. Verstappen finished in second place with Norris ultimately dropping to third place.

The British racing legend Lewis Hamilton is the most successful driver around the Silverstone Circuit in F1 history, with nine victories and fifteen podium finishes. In fact, these stats make the 40-year-old F1’s most successful driver at their home Grand Prix as well. It could be said Lewis truly holds a special bond with his home circuit. By now, the pitstraight has even been named after the Ferrari driver.

One of the Brit’s most memorable races in the UK was the 2008 edition, in qualifying for the British Grand Prix Hamilton only managed fourth place. On Sunday, however, rain bucketed down onto the racetrack and a young and eager Lewis went flying around the circuit. He lapped the entire field apart from the podium finishers, his closest rival, Felipe Massa, finished 1 minute and 8 seconds behind the Brit, who would become world champion for the first time later that year.