Grandstand guide
Stowe A - Silverstone Circuit Grandstand Guide
- Video wall
- Numbered seat
Stowe A highlighted; other sections in grey.
Stowe A is a numbered grandstand at Silverstone positioned at the end of Hangar Straight, where you watch cars at peak velocity after the long acceleration through Chapel and Hangar Straight. The speed trap sits just before the stand, so you'll see top speeds around 300 km/h. A big screen provides additional coverage of the action elsewhere on the circuit.
What is the view like from Stowe A grandstand at Silverstone?
Stowe A offers a vantage point at the end of Hangar Straight where arriving cars are at their fastest. Because Hangar Straight and the preceding Chapel corner form a long acceleration zone, drivers arrive at Stowe carrying extreme speed, with the official speed trap registering around 300 km/h just before the grandstand. This makes Stowe a prime location to witness high-speed braking and racing action at one of the circuit's most intense sections.
All seats in Stowe A are individually numbered, so you know your exact location when you book. The grandstand is equipped with a big screen, allowing you to follow action on other parts of the track and catch replays of key moments without missing what unfolds in front of you.
Stowe A vs other Silverstone Circuit grandstands
How Stowe A compares to the other main MotoGP grandstands at Silverstone Circuit, so you can decide where to sit before you book.
| Grandstand | Covered | Numbered seat | Big screen | Seats together |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stowe AYou're viewing | No | Yes | Yes | Up to 10 |
| Abbey | Yes | Yes | Yes | Up to 10 |
| Abbey A | No | Yes | Yes | Up to 10 |
| Club Corner Gold | Yes | Yes | Yes | Up to 10 |
| Club Corner Platinum Plus | Yes | Yes | Yes | Up to 10 |
| Fusion Lounge | Yes | Yes | Yes | Up to 10 |
| Heritage Club | Yes | Yes | Yes | Up to 10 |
| Ignition Club | Yes | Yes | Yes | Up to 10 |
| Luffield | Yes | Yes | Yes | Up to 10 |
| Stowe B | No | Yes | Yes | Up to 10 |
| T1 Enclosure | Yes | Yes | Yes | Up to 10 |
| Village A | No | Yes | Yes | Up to 10 |
| Village B | Yes | Yes | Yes | Up to 10 |
Frequently asked questions
What speed do cars reach at Stowe A?+
Cars approaching Stowe A are travelling at around 300 km/h after accelerating down Hangar Straight, making it one of the fastest sections of the Silverstone lap.
Are seats at Stowe A numbered?+
Yes, all seats in Stowe A are numbered, so you can select and confirm your exact location when purchasing your ticket.
Is there a screen at Stowe A?+
Stowe A has a big screen that shows action from other parts of the circuit and replays, so you can follow the full race alongside the live action in front of you.
Which corners and straights can I see from Stowe A?+
Stowe A is positioned at the end of Hangar Straight, giving you a view of cars arriving at extreme speed after Chapel and Hangar Straight, and the braking zone into Stowe itself.
