Big Toys - Drive a Bus, Digger or Fire Engine

Big Toys - Drive a Bus, Digger or Fire Engine
Big Toys - Drive a Bus, Digger or Fire Engine
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TMEBT
2 hrs
Louth, Lincolnshire
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£199
  • About

    Choose from one of three colossal vehicles: digger, double decker bus or fire engine. Pick the first option to drive a 16 ton 360 JCB Digger one-to-one - you and an instructor with friends watching. Or a fire engine, either a 13 tonne Dennis or a Scania 82 Fire Appliance. Alternatively try the 10-tonne Leyland Atlantean double decker bus, standing at a huge 14ft (with over 31ft of vehicle behind you). After a briefing to familiarise you with of your vehicle of choice, move onto testing challenges such as slaloms, roundabouts and reversing into coned areas (among other options). Taking control of any of these monsters requires skill and concentration, but with an experienced instructor by your side you can expect the drive of a lifetime!

    • Choose between a digger, a double decker bus and a fire engine
    • Start with a briefing and familiarisation with your big toy
    • Negotiate slaloms, roundabouts and try your hand at reversing
    • Ends with debrief and certificate presentation
  • Key Info

    Availability

    Wednesdays to Saturdays throughout the year.

    Participant Guidelines

    Minimum age is 17 and maximum weight is 18 stone. Minimum height 5'2'', maximum 6'4''. You must be able-bodied, a full driving licence is required and must be produced on the day.

    Weather

    Driving may be cancelled or curtailed in extreme weather conditions (e.g. severe flooding, snow or high winds) which would make driving dangerous. Please call the centre if in any doubt.

    Duration

    The experience lasts for around an hour and three quarters including a briefing, an hour in the vehicle, a debrief and certificate presentation.

    Numbers On Day

    The driving experience is exclusive to you and your instructor.

    Spectators

    Spectators are welcome and there is a clubhouse where tea, coffee and biscuits are provided. Well behaved supervised dogs are permitted and must be kept on a lead at all times.

    Dress Code

    Dress warmly and comfortably and wear flat-soled shoes.

  • Reviews

    An Unforgettable Experience

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    Andrew W, 15 Oct 2011

    Having taken to the wheel of a huge double-decker bus I now have a whole new appreciation for bus drivers on my local route! Fantastic instruction, very friendly team and a unique experience. I would heartily recommend this to anyone who fancies trying their hand at something a little bigger than their family saloon.

    Long Held Ambition Fulfilled.

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    Edmund B, 22 Jun 2011

    I had an excellent day driving the double decker bus at Manby. The instructor was first class and was helpful and courteous throughout. Wish it could have lasted longer!

    A Great Experience

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    David C, 06 Nov 2010

    A really good experience. Good clear instruction. Recommended

    Amazing Birthday Present

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    Lyndsay T, 27 Oct 2010

    I have always loved fire engines and to get to drive one was utterly amazing! I've got some smashing memories from the day! The team were all very professional and welcoming and i'll be returning to see them again! Very highly recommended.

    Real Fireman In A Real Fire Engine!!

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    Joolz F, 10 Oct 2009

    I spent a full hour driving and manoeuvring the fire engine and got to play with the hose as well. A thoroughly enjoyable day and Andy the fireman was excellent, I would highly recommend him!

    A Really Enjoyable And Satisfying Experience

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    Jennefer L, 18 Sep 2009

    This was much more than I expected. A great instructor who made things very easy and was very flexible about providing me with exactly what I wanted from the experience. He talked me through every manoeuvre and made it easy. Thanks for a great day out!

    Unbelievably Awesome Experience

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    Anna F, 27 Jul 2009

    The only thing that could have made this experience better is if I could have done it all day long!

    Absolutely Fantastic

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    Robert G, 18 Oct 2008

    What a great day in a fire engine! The instructor was excellent and gave us plenty of confidence. Great fun was had driving, reversing and getting the hose out, even when the end flew off the hose and we got wet. Would recommend this to any kid at heart.

    A Childhood Dream Fulfilled!

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    Gary K, 06 Sep 2008

    Ever since I was little I have had a crazy dream of wanting to drive a double decker bus - I never thought this dream would come true until I saw the 'big toys" on Red Letter Days! I couldn't believe there were other people like me out there wanting to do this but I was thrilled!! It was such an enjoyable day, well organised and I knew everything I needed to well in advance. All the instructors at the centre were friendly - and my partner was even able to come aboard as a passenger on my bus! All in all a fantastic day was had!

    Fantastic, I Can Now Drive A Juggernaut!

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    Michael S, 29 Jul 2008

    Now I know how to drive a Juggernaut I can appreciate how well lorry drivers drive and what they have to do to go round roundabouts etc. It certainly gave me a good insight. The instructor was great and gave me all little tips on the way. Also the weather was brilliant which made a great day.

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