Formula 1 fans have been left in disbelief after prices for 2026 Silverstone Grand Prix have emerged.
F1 has grown enormously in popularity in recent years, thanks in large part to the Netflix series Drive to Survive. The documentary series has opened up the sport to a wider audience, bringing in new fans.
That has translated directly into rising demand for tickets, with the British Grand Prix one of the most popular events on the calendar. With prices for the 2026 race now beginning to emerge, fans have been left in shock at just how the prices are for next year.
Although the basic general admission tickets have been frozen at last year's levels, the raceday packages range from £229 to £379. For those wanting a guaranteed seat in the Landostand, the price continues to rise.
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A three-day reserved seat costs £539, while adding Thursday's action brings the total to £569.
Those fans that choose to sit in the Landostand will receive a special t-shirt and wristband designed to contribute to the fandom.
The event at Silverstone is also about more than just the racing, with big concerts in the evening.
In 2025, the line-up included Sam Fender, Fatboy Slim and Becky Hill.
How have Formula 1 fans reacted to the prices?
Silverstone already had a reputation for being one of the most expensive races to attend and many fans were unimpressed with the ticket rises for 2026.
On Reddit, some drew comparisons with other motor racing events that offered much cheaper entry.
@froakingbarlow wrote: "Compare this to Le Mans which had general admission for the whole week for less than €100 this year I think, or London Formula E which was around €80 for the full day of practice, quali and race.
"I get that F1 is a massive name, but there’s so many other races that are cheaper and arguably provide better entertainment than what F1 currently does."
Another fan @TheFallenTitan added: "I saw the GT World Challenge at Brands Hatch in May for £23 for race day."
But not everyone sympathised for the British racing fans.
@Bullfrog_Paradox said: "If tickets were this cheap in the US I would actually be able to go see a race."
Although that may be true, ticket prices for major events in the United States are generally much higher, and their average earnings reflect that.
For British racing fans, the prices at Silverstone remain hugely restrictive.
Topics: Formula 1, Lando Norris, McLaren, Motorsport
James Taylor