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Motor Racing

Price: £185

Duration: 2½ hrs

Ref: ITAAI

Full briefing from qualified instructors
Warm up in a Mazda 3 MPS and a Porsche Cayman
Learn about racing lines and driving at speed
Drive an F1-style single-seater round the circuit

Driving an F1-style single-seater racing car is unlike anything else. You're strapped into the open cockpit with your legs stretched out into the nose of the car, the steering wheel in front of you and the gearstick between your legs. You're only a couple of inches off the ground and you'll know it; you can feel every bump and vibration and you'll have to fight not to oversteer, as your super-responsive car reacts to every tiny adjustment you make. This is driving at its limits, as done by the pros; just you and the car. Your experience starts with a 30 minute safety briefing about high-speed driving. Then your instructor will drive you for three laps in a Mazda 3 MPS to demonstrate the racing line and circuit driving techniques. Next you'll drive for three laps of the 2.4-mile circuit in a Porsche Cayman. Then you'll strap in to the Formula Renault single-seater, driving solo for five laps. Finish with a high-speed passenger ride driven by your instructor in a Mazda RX 8.

Locations:

Andover, Hampshire

Customer Reviews

Ian M

08 Aug 2008

Great And Memorable Day For True Petrol Heads!

Booked easily and efficiently. Red Letter Days staff were very informative and helpful. Day itself (at Thruxton) was well organised and thoroughly enjoyable.

Thomas B

30 Jul 2008

I Smiled All Day And Am Still Smiling!

The driving experience was at Thruxton Circuit and I have to say I cannot remember enjoying a day out as much. All the staff at Thruxton were extremely friendly and helpful, nothing was too much trouble. The thrill of being at a circuit with all the activity was more than matched by the experience of handling high performance sports cars and a single seater racing car. I would thoroughly recommend this to anyone who has even the slightest interest in driving at speed. The skill of the instructors help to build your confidence very quickly and ensure that you get a real "buzz" from the experience.

Anthony S

17 Jul 2008

A Superb High Octane Day

An opportunity to drive supercars around the fastest race track in the country with expert instructors informing participants on racing techniques. This is a thrilling experience, culminating in the opportunity to take a racing car through the famous Thruxton circuit. I came away not only thrilled by the day, but also having learnt a lot about racing driving and the capabilities of some very special cars.

Arthur B

27 May 2008

Very good

I found the whole experience very good.

Alan R

23 May 2008

First class

Excellent day out. The staff at Thruxton were first class.

More information

Participant Guidelines: Minimum height is 5'1'', maximum is 6'5''. Maximum weight is 18 stone. You must hold a full British or international manual driving licence and confirm on the day you are in good health with no disability that could impair your driving.

Weather: Motor racing may be cancelled or curtailed in extreme weather conditions (e.g. snow, ice or severe rain) which would make driving at speed dangerous. Please call the venue if in doubt. Any unused laps will be credited for another visit.

Duration: Your experience will last for around two and a half hours, including briefing, safety guidance, driving time and debrief.

Numbers On Day: All in-car tuition is on a one-to-one basis, your briefings will be shared with up to 16 people.

Spectators: Spectators are welcome, get them to bring a camera. Please note that pets are not allowed at the racing circuit.

Dress Code: Wear trousers, a long-sleeved top and slim, flat-soled shoes, as the pedals are close together. Bring wet weather clothing and driving gloves if you have them. A helmet will be provided, plus wet weather gear, gloves and racing shoes if required.

Availability: Weekday dates from February to December. We recommend booking at least six weeks in advance.

Other Info: Thruxton is one of the fastest circuits in the UK and a popular course in the British Touring Car championships. For safety reasons, revs are limited. You can buy extra laps in the Formula Renault on the day, subject to availability.

Got a question about this experience?

Our Customer Experience Centre is there to help Monday to Saturday 9am to 5.30pm on 0845 640 8000. Quote reference code ITAAI when you call.