Another Memory To Treasure
Driving the Ferrari was an experience that I will treasure, something well out of the ordinary for me. Organisation was fantastic, mixing the creation of expectation with the subtle realisation that there is an element of danger in driving fast cars round a demanding circuit. Craner curves fantastic experience - much steeper than it looks on the telly.
A Long Held Ambition Fulfilled At Last!!!!
I knew this would be a great day when driving over to Rockingham - the sun was shining and not a cloud in the sky. It was further helped by the excellent signposting to direct you to the circuit. Coming out of the tunnel, I could not contain my excitement when I saw the row of Ferraris ready and waiting. I just wanted to jump in one and go go go! But I had to be patient and follow the very useful induction and the trial run in a Mini Cooper S to see the circuit. This was a bonus. After that all I can say is that when it was my turn to go, it was sheer heaven all the way. I am a classical music enthusiast: the noise of this engine was mechanical Verdi. Can't say any more.
Jean Pierre V
26 Apr 2009
A thoroughly enjoyable experience, which was not only enjoyed by myself but also my wife and daughters. The day ran very smoothly and was explained very well at every stage. The instructor was friendly and put me at ease. I absolutely loved driving the car and can't wait to return in the near future to drive a Formula 1 car.
Most Amazing Experience In My Life
Yesterday I had the utmost pleasure of driving a Ferrari around the track. It was the most enjoyable day of my life and I will never forget it. Everything about the day was unforgettable.
Excellent Day, This Was The Best Birthday Gift....
Just to say that this experience was on my 'list of things to do before I die' or my 'bucket list', and this has been well and truly ticked. Thank you for a fantastic time, I would recommend this to anyone, and hopefully, as they say in all good films ... I'll be back!
The Adrenaline Rush Was Amazing
If you are ever lucky enough to be given the opportunity to drive the wonderful Ferrari you will not be disappointed. This was a gift from my Wife and Sons, and I can't thank them enough.The staff at Donington were so helpful, from the time you arrive to the time you leave. As for the instructors, well, what can I say they just enhance the experience. The adrenaline rush was amazing!
It was an excellent day out, well worth the money to drive such a great car. Would definitely recommend it to anyone who wants to learn how to drive a race car and loves driving at high speeds. Hope to return soon and test out all the other cars.
It was fantastic from the word GO. Everyone at the circuit (I went to the one near Wigan) was very professional and only interested in making it an experience to remember.The staff weren't bothered if like me you weren't a petrol head, they just wanted to make sure you enjoyed yourself, and I certainly did. There were people there from all walks of life and across the whole age gap. I'm 62 and wasn't the oldest! I loved every minute of the experience and would recommend anyone to have a go - IT WAS GREAT!!!!
Even Better Than I Imagined - Still Buzzing
This gift was from my best friend for my fortieth birthday - promised to me several years ago after a court appearance for driving far too fast! Surrounded by men, I initially felt a little nervous and self-conscious, however, there was no need to worry - I was made to feel confident and at ease. There was certainly no patronising. From instruction and demonstration, which was fun, clear and concise, to the actual Ferrari drive, the experience was exactly how it is described - a thrill. My drive was interrupted by bad weather, but again no worry - the situation was well managed and well communicated - I felt in safe hands 100% and I felt Red Letter Days truly wanted me to have the very best experience - which I did - I will treasure my experience forever - thank you!!
Driving Will Never Be The Same Again!
Easily found the venue thanks to the excellent signposts and was warmly welcomed by friendly enthusiastic staff. Tearing around the track in a Ferrari is something I'll remember for a long time. The instruction was just right, enough to give you the knowledge but not so overbearing as to leave you apprehensive. The picture is on my office wall already. Loved it!
Nice introduction to driving a supercar. I was expecting scary but got smooth and VERY fast! Enormous amounts of power and grip, must do it again..
From the word go you are made to feel wlecome. The instructor's knowledge of the day and the course and the cars is second to none. In the Ferrari, the in-car video captured the whole epxerience, including my serious face driving this amazing car. Definitely going back to drive the Porsche Turbo.
60Th Birthday To Remember
Iwas amazed when my children got this experence for my 60th but very excited. All of the staff at Rockingham were excellent and I opted to have my experience filmed. I had to have this to remind me of the day and to remember driving a Ferrari 360. I can honestly say that you're never too old to drive one of these cars, as I certainly couldn't afford one. If you get the chance to go on one of these driving experiences, take it and enjoy it!
Am still buzzing with excitement 24 hours later. The F360 was everything and more I'd dreamed of. A special 'thank you' is due for the Red Letter Days staff and everyone at Rockingham - from receptionists to the driving instructors - who without exception went out of their way to make this a fantastic experience. Eldest son has now asked 'Father Christmas' for a similar treat...!
Oh, Red Letter Days You've Made Me A Happy Man!
From the moment I arrived you made me feel special - the briefing, the first lap in the classic Mini Cooper S (a joy in itself), the heart-pounding, adrenaline-pumping laps with me at the wheel of a stunning red Ferrari, the photo opportunities - all in all a wow morning at Donington Park. Thank you, thank you!!
I didn't know I was capable of driving so fast! I felt comfortable about it, though, thanks to the great tuition.
I Had A Fantastic Experience!!!
Driving the Ferrari was as exciting as I had anticipated. I would do it again without a doubt!!
I have always loved Formula 1 so to get the chance to drive a real, red Ferrari 360 was amazing. Where else can you drive high performance supercars at speed being watched by your loved ones? Instructors were great and like you to push the cars on the track (not literally!). Overall a fantastic day out.
I am over the moon with my experience, it was the best feeling ever! I drive a Punto and the buzz of reaching my normal top speed in a few seconds compared to a few minutes was amazing! Thank you so much.
Absolutely awesome. Especially when you scream past the paddock in 3rd gear and shift up to 4th! That was the best feeling ever!
Great day, great ride and a brilliant instructor who pushed me to the limit.
The car was first class and the staff went out of their way to ensure everything went perfectly.
Worth Far More Than Any Money Paid
The thrill, excitement and pleasure (and that was just from the family spectators) of this superb drive will be a memory for old age. Now my friends and I can't wait to book the full day experience.
Absolutely Brilliant Day At Donington Park!
I had a brilliant time at Donington Park doing laps in a Ferrari 360! All the staff from the moment I entered Donington were brilliant and couldn't help me enough. After a helpful briefing, I went out for a practice lap with an instructor in the Mini, followed by my laps in the mean machine!! The instructor was excellent and just kept telling me to go faster. I had a fantastic time and didn't want to leave! Thanks Red Letter Days!
Fantastic Birthday Present!
Very enjoyable indeed. The Ferrari was a real buzz and the instructor was clear and precise. Even the rain didn't put a dampener on my day! Thank you.
I Felt Like A Racing Driver!
The Ferrari experience was a great present from my wife and one which will be remembered for years to come. After a debrief, and then a lap round the circuit in a hot hatch to see the racing lines, I was finally sitting in the driver's seat of a Ferrari 360. After a cautious first lap, a smile soon appeared on my face as I took the 360 to faster speeds and hit the apex of corners. With the guidance of an encouraging instructor, my day was complete as I overtook a Porsche on my last lap - what a day!!
Great experience, everyone involved was extremely helpful and friendly. The Ferrari was awesome!!!
Life's Ambition Fulfilled
WHAT A DAY!!!! At 43 I have now fulfilled a long awaited ambition of mine to drive a Ferrari. Thanks to all the staff at for a fantastic day out, they all made it a day to remember. Next ambition to own a Ferrari. I better start saving :)
First Class, Amazing To Drive The Ferrari 360
The venue and people were first class, the driving of the Ferrari 360 was an amazing experience.
A Great Way To Spend A Morning
Everything went smoothly and the staff were really helpful.
Ferrari 360 - What A Car!!!!
Great day, brilliant car. I was a little bit nervous as I let the clutch out to move out of the pits at Donnington. I took the first lap really steady, as I had never driven on a track before. On the second lap I went a bit faster and on the final lap I was encouraged by my brave instructor to open up the taps a bit on that glorious engine. The howl from the engine when I floored the throttle will stay with me for the rest of my life, wow what a noise. On the final straight I hit 110mph, then my poor instuctor yelled BRAKE!!!!! for the chicane. And then into the pits. This was better than any roller coaster that I have ever been on. What a car!
The whole experience was good and although the circuit was very busy, the instructors were very helpful and encouraging. All in all, a great day.
We had a really good day!!!
Really enjoyed the day, and booking it was easy.
Everything was really good
Everything was really good - the staff on site were excellent - just one slight thing - felt that premises should have been bigger to accommodate so many people arriving there and more under cover areas to sit and wait for relatives etc.
My husband really enjoyed his Ferrari drive. He now complains that his own car is too slow!
Lynda and Graham S
17 May 2008
Overall a very good experience.
It went well and I thoroughly enjoyed it.