Here’s your full F1 Silverstone schedule for the 2023 British Grand Prix. The timetable below includes different time zones for the GP start time for people tuning in from other countries.
It also details the full schedule of all F1 and support series events across the weekend so you can keep up with the on-track activities if you’re attending in person. Plus gate opening times for spectators.
The 2023 British Grand Prix takes place from Friday 7th July to Sunday 9th July. The event doesn’t feature a sprint race, instead it’s the more traditional format with three practice sessions, one qualifying session and the race.
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British Grand Prix race weekend format
The British Grand Prix race weekend doesn’t feature a sprint race. Instead it’s the more traditional format which consists of the following:
Friday
- First practice session (60 mins)
- Second practice session (60 mins)
Saturday
- Third practice session (60 mins)
- Qualifying – Q1 / Q2 / Q3 (60 mins)
Sunday
- Race (52 laps or 120 mins)
2023 British GP start time
The 2023 British Grand Prix starts at 15:00 (3pm) UK time (British Summer Time). It will last for 52 laps or 120 minutes, whichever is the shorter of the two.
F1 Silverstone schedule 2023
Below is the F1 Silverstone schedule for the 2023 race. This is the full 3-day schedule, showing the local circuit timings for the five main Formula 1 sessions across the whole weekend including practice, qualifying and the race.
| 2023 Silverstone British Grand Prix Schedule | |
|---|---|
| Friday 7th July | |
| 12:30 - 13:30 | Formula 1 First Practice Session - FP1 |
| 16:00 - 17:00 | Formula 1 Second Practice Session - FP2 |
| Saturday 8th July | |
| 11:30 - 12:30 | Formula 1 Third Practice Session - FP3 |
| 15:00 - 16:00 | Formula 1 Qualifying - Q1 / Q2 / Q3 |
| Sunday 9th July | |
| 15:00 | Formula 1 Grand Prix Race |
What time is the Silverstone F1 race on TV?
The Silverstone F1 race will start at 15:00 local time and will last for either 52 laps or 2 hours.
Below are the times for all the British Grand Prix practice, qualifying and race sessions in a number of different time zones.
| Session | Start Time (UK) | PDT | CT | CEST | AEDT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practice 1 | 12:30 - Fri 07 Jul | 04:30 | 06:30 | 13:30 | 22:30 |
| Practice 2 | 16:00 - Fri 07 Jul | 08:00 | 10:00 | 17:00 | 02:00+1 |
| Practice 3 | 11:30 - Sat 08 Jul | 03:30 | 05:30 | 12:30 | 21:30 |
| Qualifying | 15:00 - Sat 08 Jul | 07:00 | 09:00 | 16:00 | 01:00+1 |
| Race | 15:00 - Sun 09 Jul | 07:00 | 09:00 | 16:00 | 01:00+1 |
What channel is the British GP on?
UK viewers will be able to view live coverage of the British Grand Prix practice sessions, qualifying and race for free on Channel 4 in 2023. It’s the only round of the season where the race will be available live and free to UK viewers on C4 thanks to a deal with Sky.
Live coverage of all sessions will also be available on Sky Sports F1 for viewers with a paid subscription to that channel.
Coverage and pre-race build up usually begins around 60 to 90 minutes before the British GP start time.
Gate opening times
If you’re lucky enough to be attending the British Grand Prix in person it’s important to know what time to arrive.
Silverstone usually confirms the exact spectator gate opening times a few days before the event via their social feeds and email. But for reference, below are the 2022 times.
2022 F1 Silverstone spectator gate opening times:
- Friday – 7:30am
- Saturday – 7:30am
- Sunday – 6:30am
Don’t forget that Fast Track ticket holders can enter through specific gates 30 minutes before regular general admission ticket holders.
Read our full article on Silverstone General Admission tips if you’re attending for the first time. It includes everything you need to know about what to bring, where to view from and how early to arrive to bag a good viewing spot.
Also check out our guides to Silverstone parking or Silverstone camping for more detailed information on those.
F1 Silverstone detailed motorsport schedule
Below is the full F1 Silverstone schedule for all on and off-track motorsport activity across the three day weekend. This includes all of the Formula 1 sessions, plus the timetable for all of the support race action.
| Friday 7th July 2023 | |
|---|---|
| 08:45 - 09:30 | FIA Formula 3 Practice Session |
| 10:05 - 10:50 | FIA Formula 2 Practice Session |
| 11:00 - 11:30 | Paddock Club Track Tour |
| 11:00 - 12:00 | Paddock Club Pit Lane Walk |
| 11:00 - 12:00 | FIA F1 Car Presentation |
| 11:30 - 12:00 | Formula 1 Pirelli Hot Laps |
| 12:30 - 13:30 | FORMULA 1 FIRST PRACTICE SESSION |
| 13:40 - 13:55 | Historic F1 Car Demonstration |
| 14:00 - 15:00 | Formula 1 Teams' Press Conference |
| 14:10 - 14:40 | FIA Formula 3 Qualifying Session |
| 15:05 - 15:35 | FIA Formula 2 Qualifying Session |
| 16:00 - 17:00 | FORMULA 1 SECOND PRACTICE SESSION |
| 17:05 - 17:35 | FIA Formula 3 Press Conference |
| 17:40 - 18:10 | FIA Formula 2 Press Conference |
| 17:40 - 18:25 | Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup Practice Session |
| 18:40 - 19:40 | Paddock Club Pit Lane Walk |
| 19:10 - 19:40 | Paddock Club Track Tour |
| Saturday 8th July 2023 | |
|---|---|
| 09:20 - 10:05 | FIA Formula 3 Sprint Race (18 Laps or 40 Mins +1 Lap) |
| 10:15 - 10:30 | Historic Cars Historic F1 Car Demonstration |
| 10:15 - 11:00 | Paddock Club Pit Lane Walk |
| 10:25 - 10:55 | FIA Formula 3 Press Conference |
| 10:30 - 10:50 | Formula 1 Team Pit Stop Practice |
| 10:35 - 10:55 | Formula 1 Formula 1 Pirelli Hot Laps |
| 11:30 - 12:30 | FORMULA 1 THIRD PRACTICE SESSION |
| 13:15 - 14:05 | FIA Formula 2 Sprint Race (21 Laps or 45 Mins +1 Lap) |
| 14:10 - 14:40 | Paddock Club Track Tour |
| 14:10 - 14:40 | Paddock Club Pit Lane Walk |
| 14:25 - 14:55 | FIA Formula 2 Press Conference |
| 15:00 - 16:00 | FORMULA 1 QUALIFYING SESSION |
| 16:00 - 17:00 | Formula 1 Press Conference |
| 16:45 - 17:15 | Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup Qualifying Session |
| 17:30 - 18:30 | Paddock Club Track Tour |
| 17:30 - 18:30 | Paddock Club Pit Lane Walk |
| 18:30 - 19:30 | F1 Experiences Champions Club Grid Walk |
| Sunday 9th July 2023 | |
|---|---|
| 08:20 - 09:10 | FIA Formula 3 Feature Race (22 Laps or 45 Mins +1 Lap) |
| 09:55 - 11:00 | FIA Formula 2 Feature Race (29 Laps or 60 Mins +1 Lap) |
| 11:10 - 11:25 | Historic Cars Historic F1 Car Demonstration |
| 11:20 - 11:50 | FIA Formula 2 Press Conference |
| 11:55 - 12:30 | Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup Race (14 Laps or 30 Mins) |
| 12:45 - 13:15 | Paddock Club Paddock Club Track Tour |
| 12:50 - 13:20 | Formula 1 Drivers' Parade |
| 12:50 - 13:50 | Paddock Club Paddock Club Pit Lane Walk |
| 13:25 - 13:45 | Formula 1 Formula 1 Pirelli Hot Laps |
| 14:38 - 14:48 | Formula 1 National Anthem |
| 15:00 - 17:00 | FORMULA 1 GRAND PRIX (52 LAPS OR 120 MINS) |
