2023 British Grand Prix will move Formula 1 fans closer to Silverstone track

Formula 1 fans are set to be brought closer to the action in next year's British Grand Prix at Silverstone with new debris fences installed on the Wellington Straight.

The 250m of FIA Grade 1 debris fences, produced by Geobrugg, will offer improved safety and give spectators a better view along the high-speed section of the track over the race weekend from 7 July.

The works, which are expected to be completed by Christmas, will move the fencing at the Silverstone Fan Zone around 15m closer to the circuit, leading down to the inside of Brooklands corner before stopping just ahead of the turn into Luffield.

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The mobile debris fence system meets the high FIA standards and is quick to install while also allowing it to be moved for future adaptions.

Part of the rigorous testing process included catching a 780kg sphere fired from a cannon at 60km/h and a full-size car impacting at 120km/h from an angle of 20-degrees.

Silverstone's circuit manager Lee Howkins said: "It is a fully homologated system with the FIA and FIM.

"With the speed of the straight and the new safety aspects of F1, it was the right time to move to the Geobrugg system.

"We want to make sure we are giving the fans the best experience and the best views."

Geobrugg's director of motorsport solutions, Jochen Braunwarth, added: "We are excited to be part of the redevelopment plans at Silverstone.

"By bringing in our mobile debris fences, we can safely give spectators at the Wellington Straight a fantastic view of the track."