Work on the new Grand Prix Circuit at Silverstone is nearing completion.

The Northamptonshire venue’s multi-million pound investment in a new track layout and improved spectator facilities should be finished by the end of March.

The new circuit's set to host a number of events this year - including the MotoGP in June and the British Grand Prix and World Superbike motorcycle racing in July.

Richard Phillips, Managing Director of Silverstone, told Banbury Sound, 'the team's been working around the clock, through some pretty terrible weather conditions, to make sure the circuit's ready on time.

'The track works at Brooklands and Woodcote are now complete, including the new run-off area for the fast entry into Pits Straight, while the major new development – the new section of circuit from Abbey, up to the Arena Complex and round to the National Straight – is also coming along nicely.

'There is still a considerable amount of work going on at Silverstone, including the new elevated banks and spectator viewing areas, which will continue beyond March. Conference and hospitality buildings are also being built on the new Stowe Complex.'

Posted: Tuesday 9 Mar 2010 13:57