subject: Silverstone Circuit A Historic Haven For Speed And Adrenaline [print this page] London, the biggest City in England is a global hub of vibrant activity. Known for its iconic influences in many fields it plays host to some great sporting events such as Wimbledon Tennis and Grand Prix. Just 90 minutes North of London, between the A43 between the M1 and the M40 motorways, is the Silverstone Circuit, which annually is visited by millions of people.
Silverstone Circuit is one of the world famous motorsport venues. Like everything formidable in London, it too has an illustrious history. Originally a wartime airfield, the World Drivers' Championship was inaugurated in1950 and the first ever World Championship event was held at Silverstone on May 13. Since then, many iconic race drivers have driven the track here, from legends like Hill, Brabham, Clark and Stewart in the 1960s, to David Coultard in the 90s, it has been the platform for some memorable performances through history.
The Silverstone Visitor and Tourist Information Centre is located at the main entrance to Silverstone. The Centre is a great place to stop and inquire what events are being held at the Silverstone and even in the region. Visitors can book tickets, find out about travel preparations or just linger and sip some coffee. At Silverstone you will find the British Racecar Drivers Club, which is one of the most exclusive motor racing clubs and has some of the best drivers from Great Britain and the Commonwealth. The venue further has a business park where businesses such as Porche, 3C Test, Costa Coffee, and Northampton Tourist Board make their corporate residence. Visitors to the business park can take part in the on-site Porche Driving Experience Facility.
While many accommodations are available to cater to the visitors to the area, few offer as comfortable and convenient an experience as The Langham London. One of the finest London hotels, The Langham is an epitome of luxurious comfort and modern convenience with comprehensive service to make your stay memorable. ThisLondon hotel also has a wide choice of excellent dining options as well as recreational opportunities for rest and relaxation.
