Plans to develop housing on the Top Gear track at Dunsfold Aerodrome have been put on hold, raising the possibility that the iconic car show may return to its former filming location. The proposed demolition of the track for a residential estate was previously seen as a sign that the long-running series was nearing its end. However, BBC Studios is now reportedly considering reviving Top Gear, with a potential relaunch planned for next year.

The aerodrome has been a central part of the show’s identity since it began in 1977, hosting many of the programme’s most memorable moments. It is famously known among fans for "Gambon Corner," named after the late actor Michael Gambon, whose on-screen attempt at the track in 2002 resulted in his car clipping a corner and tipping onto two wheels. The track also holds more recent significance, as it was the site of a serious accident involving former host Freddie Flintoff in 2022, when his car overturned and he sustained multiple injuries. That incident contributed to the show being put on hiatus.

While BBC Studios has yet to confirm any details about the return, including its hosts or filming location, insiders say the broadcaster is actively considering a new presenting lineup. Discussions have included the possibility of featuring female influencers, signaling a potential shift in the show’s traditional format.

The intended revival would mark a milestone, as it comes five years after the accident and nearly 50 years after the programme’s original launch, which was hosted by Angela Rippon and Tom Coyne. The future of Top Gear remains uncertain, but the pause in housing development at Dunsfold Aerodrome suggests that BBC Studios may be keen to preserve the site’s legacy and its connection to the programme’s heritage.