Grand Prix Centenary Special Event 2026
- 8th Aug 2026
- 10am - 5pm
- Adult (18+yrs) £39.95
- Child (4-17yrs) £19.95
- Children under 4 go free
- Member Adult £19.95
- Member Child £9.95
- Free parking
2026 marks the 100th anniversary of Britain's 1st Grand Prix, held at the Brooklands race circuit.
The original pioneering event, organised by the Royal Automobile Club in August 1926, laid the foundations for Grand Prix racing in Britain and began a legacy of innovation, competition, and sporting excellence that continues to define the sport today.
Join us on Saturday 8 August 2026 as we celebrate a century of Grand Prix history, to honour the speed, passion and heritage at the original home of British motorsport.
Highlights will include:
- Century-spanning Grand Prix car showcase, from historic to modern Formula 1
- Live demonstrations on the Mercedes-Benz World circuit
- Dynamic displays along Members' Banking and Finishing Straight
- Compere led commentary and large screen coverage of the action
- Interviews with drivers and motorsport experts
- Live music, entertainment and 1926 themed atmosphere
- Dedicated hospitality areas and curated food offerings
- Interactive motorsport experiences and family friendly activities
This Grand Prix Centenary event represents one of the most significant milestones in the Museum’s history and a rare opportunity to celebrate a century of racing excellence. It is a truly once in a generation occasion, bringing together the drama, innovation, and spectacle of Grand Prix racing past and present.
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Start Of The British First Grand Prix Brooklands 1926 -
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D3704 044 26 GP Henry Segrave, Talbot (9) Robert Benoist, Delage (2) -
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The First British Grand Prix, 1926. Brooklands Museum Original. D3704 26 -
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View Of The Finishing Straight. The British Grand Prix 1926 -
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Senechal In Delage Winning 1926 British GP D3704 20 Autocar -
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Benoist In The Delage 1926 Grand Prix (1) -
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Delage British Grand Prix
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