Used as a military vehicle storage depot during the Second World War, it fell into disrepair until bought by local construction entrepreneur Tom Wheatcroft. Originally part of the Donington Hall estate, it was created as a racing circuit during the period between the First and Second World Wars when the German Silver Arrows were battling for the European Championship. It has a capacity of 120,000, and is also the venue of the Download Festival.

The circuit business is now owned by Jonathan Palmer's MotorSport Vision organisation, and the surrounding Donington Park Estate, still owned by the Wheatcroft family, is currently under lease by MotorSport Vision until 2038. National Circuit with realigned Goddards Chicane (2010–present)Ġ:57.221 (Marijn van Kalmthout, Benetton B197, 2011, F1)Ġ:57.521 ( Klaas Zwart, Benetton B197, 2004, F1)Ģ:11.4 ( Bernd Rosemeyer/ Manfred von Brauchitsch, Auto Union Type C/ Mercedes-Benz W125, 1937, GP)Ģ:08.4 ( Giuseppe Farina, Maserati V8RI, 1935, GP)Ģ:06.0 ( Earl Howe, Bugatti Type 51, 1933, GP)ĭonington Park is a motorsport circuit located near Castle Donington in Leicestershire, England. The latest version of the 2016 F1 calendar was revealed by the FIA on December 2nd, 2015 and features 21 races: RoundĪre you going to any F1 races in 2016? Use the ‘forum’ links above to find other fans who are and share tips about your grand prix visit.

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