National Highways is advising road users to allow extra time for their journeys this weekend as Silverstone hosts the popular British MotoGP.

With 78,000 people expected at the Northamptonshire circuit over the weekend, National Highways traffic officers will be in the area to make sure visitors’ journeys are as safe and smooth as possible.

National Highways Operations Manager, Mark Munnoch, said:

“The British MotoGP is always a popular event so we would advise anybody heading to Silverstone this weekend, or travelling around the area, to make sure they leave plenty of time for the trip as we expect the roads to be busy.

“Visitors should check their ticketing information and follow the event signage rather than their sat navs when approaching the circuit to make sure they get to the parking areas smoothly.”

Racing takes place from Friday 23 May until Sunday 25 May.

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