Silverstone will be celebrating the first event to be held on its new Grand Prix Circuit by opening up the track to cyclists over the Silverstone Supercar race weekend (30 April/ 02 May).

Cycling the circuit will be free of charge to all holders of a Silverstone Supercar qualifying, race day or weekend ticket. Anyone without an event ticket can join the cycle ride at a cost of just £5, payable either in advance or on the day*.

Access to the Grand Prix Circuit for cyclists is available throughout the weekend at the following times: 18:30 - 20:00hrs on Friday 30 April; 18:30 - 20:00hrs on Saturday 01 May; and 18:30 - 20:00hrs on Sunday 02 May.

Advance tickets to the Silverstone Supercar event, featuring the FIA GT1 World Championship, start from as little as £10. All tickets include access to grandstand seating, free parking, a wealth of off-track entertainment, and free entry for children aged 15 years and under**.

For further information, or to book Silverstone Supercar or cycle ride tickets, visit silverstone.co.uk or call 0844 3728 260.

*Silverstone's cycle ride tickets can be purchased in advance, or on the day after 17:00hrs. Please visit www.silverstone.co.uk for the full terms and conditions of the cycle ride.

** Entry to the Silverstone Supercar event for children aged 15 years and under is free of charge. Children must be accompanied by a paying adult at all times. Each paying adult may accompany up to a maximum of four children.