Brooklands was the birthplace of British motorsport and aviation. The world's first motor racing circuit was built here, in Weybridge, S-Urrey, in 1907. The circuit, which has now been closed for decades, serves as a museum for disused aeroplanes, buses, racing cars and, above all, the legendary Concorde.

 

Brooklands Museum displays a variety of motor vehicles and aircraft, from antique racing cars, motorbikes and bicycles to a unique collection of Hawkers and Vickers aircraft, including the World War II Wellington Bomber and the only Concorde open to the public in the south of England.

Real racing fun for motorsport enthusiasts: In addition to the exhibition of original racing cars, there is a racing car simulator that allows you to complete two laps of the original race track to get a feel for real racing.

The Bushangar exhibits old carriages alongside a number of old London buses from throughout the 20th century. You can enter some of the old vehicles and sit in them just like in the old days.

In addition to the famous Wellington Bomber, the Wellington Hangar exhibits a number of old aeroplanes, mainly from the war. You get an insight into the construction of the aeroplanes and can even sit in one.

During the lunch break, the adults can relax with English specialities, while the children can play to their heart's content without any danger.

Brooklands is the home of Concorde. More than a third of the aircraft, both British and French, were built here. The interested visitor is taken on a guided tour of the Concorde G-BBDG. The G-BBDG was the third Concorde built in England. Affectionately known as the 'Delta Golf', Concorde made its first flight in February 1974 and was part of the commercial Concorde fleet that flew between 1976 and 2003. In 1974, it became the first Concorde to transport one hundred passengers at twice the speed of sound (2170 km/h).
The thirty-minute tour allows visitors to take a seat in one of the world's most famous aeroplanes and experience the age of supersonic speed in a virtual flight.

Opening hours: In summer from 10 am to 5 pm, in winter from 10 am to 4 pm. The museum is open daily, with the exception of the Christmas holidays (2012 from 22 to 26 Dec.)

Admission prices: Adults £10, seniors and students £9, children from 5 to 16 £5.50, children under 5 free. Family ticket (2 adults and up to three children) £27.

Admission to the Concorde Experience: adults £4, children 5 to 16 £2