The former wartime airfield at Silverstone is Britain's most important motor racing circuit & is best known as the home of the British Grand Prix which was first staged there in 1948. This magnificent book tells Silverstone's entire history covering the great races influential characters & unforgettable events as well as the evolution of the circuit itself. The book is profusely illustrated including plenty of rare photographs that have not been published before. Produced with the full assistance of the British Racing Drivers' Club (BRDC) & Silverstone Circuits this is the last word on the history of the much-loved 'home of British motor racing'.