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Brooklands

Brooklands circuit, built in 1907, is the world's first purpose built motor racing circuit. Brooklands is no longer used as a race track, but the club house, and sections of the track remain. A motor and aviation museum has been created within the old infield, an area used during the Second World War for military aircraft manufacture. There are many interesting exhibits at Brooklands, including famous racing cars and aircraft. The club house has a lovely period charm, an interesting shop and a nice restaurant. But the star of the show must be the track. It's present rather dilapidated state only lends poignancy to the way it continues to sweep through the trees.

Opening Times: Brooklands is open daily from 10am to 5pm but during the winter months closes at 4pm. Last admission is one hour before closing.

Directions: Brooklands is just off the B374, a few minutes from junction 10 of the M25. The nearest railway station is at Weybridge, Surrey, about a mile away from the track. Click here for an interactive map of the area around Brooklands. Use the satellite function see Brooklands from the air

Access: wheelchair access is good to all exhibits at Brooklands. There are adapted toilet facilities

Contact:

phone: 01932 855465.

e-mail: info@brooklands museum.com

web site: www.brooklandsmuseum.com