The Donington Grand Prix Collection
Take a trip around the World's largest collection of Grand Prix cars at the Donington Grand Prix Collection, and start an incredible journey through motor sport history.
You'll be able to get closer to these fantastic machines than ever before, as the five halls reveal their secrets including Senna's car which won the 1993 European Grand Prix at Donington Park.
Imagine the biggest Grand Prix grid in the world: Ascari's 1952 Ferrari, the most successful Grand Prix car ever. Nigel Mansell's famous Red 5 Williams. The biggest McLaren collection in the World, including cars driven by Nikki Lauda, Alain Prost and Ayrton Senna. Stirling Moss's Lotus Climax. Jackie Stewart's BRM and Tyrrell. Graham Hill's Gold Leaf Lotus.
Most of the exhibits are in full working order, and regularly appear at motor sport events including the Goodwood Festival of Speed.
Complete your visit to the Collection with a visit to the gift shop, which has a great range of motorsport videos, books, models, and merchandise.
Tom Wheatcroft, the founder of the Grand Prix Collection and the man who brought Donington Park back to its former glory, initiated a special fund to commemorate two of motor racing's great names, Juan Manuel Fangio and Ayrton Senna. The memorial proudly stands near the entrance to The Donington Collection.
Cars within the collection may vary without prior notice and it is advisable to check beforehand if you wish to view a specific exhibit.
You'll be able to get closer to these fantastic machines than ever before, as the five halls reveal their secrets including Senna's car which won the 1993 European Grand Prix at Donington Park.
Imagine the biggest Grand Prix grid in the world: Ascari's 1952 Ferrari, the most successful Grand Prix car ever. Nigel Mansell's famous Red 5 Williams. The biggest McLaren collection in the World, including cars driven by Nikki Lauda, Alain Prost and Ayrton Senna. Stirling Moss's Lotus Climax. Jackie Stewart's BRM and Tyrrell. Graham Hill's Gold Leaf Lotus.
Plus
The World's only complete collection of Vanwalls, Henry Seagrave's 1922 3-litre GP Sunbeam, and the amazing twin engined 200mph, 500bhp Alfa Romeo Bimotore.Plus
Veteran and vintage vehicles, The World's largest Helmet Collection and four-wheel-drive racing cars are all here.Most of the exhibits are in full working order, and regularly appear at motor sport events including the Goodwood Festival of Speed.
Complete your visit to the Collection with a visit to the gift shop, which has a great range of motorsport videos, books, models, and merchandise.
Tom Wheatcroft, the founder of the Grand Prix Collection and the man who brought Donington Park back to its former glory, initiated a special fund to commemorate two of motor racing's great names, Juan Manuel Fangio and Ayrton Senna. The memorial proudly stands near the entrance to The Donington Collection.
Cars within the collection may vary without prior notice and it is advisable to check beforehand if you wish to view a specific exhibit.
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This unique collection of racing cars is situated at the world famous Donington Park Grand Prix Racing Circuit, just two miles from M1 junction 23a/24 and M42/A42, close to Nottingham, Derby and Leicester.
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The Donington Grand Prix Collection Postcode for SatNav: DE74 2RP
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Days Out near The Donington Grand Prix Collection
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