New Skill That Could Save Lives
Valerie M,
01 Dec 2012
Castle Combe Skid Pan
A well run session letting you loose initially without any briefing (other than elf and safety!) to drive the course and make all the mistakes to experience loss of control. Then a briefing on the causes and how to control before a second session which proved the point and the difference in control was significant.
A Great Day Out And Great Fun
Marie W,
10 Nov 2012
Castle Combe Skid Pan
This was a birthday present to remember. I went on my own but there were others there with friends and family and everyone appeared to enjoy the experience and get chatting about it. I thought the afternoon would be lots of waiting about and a short drive in a car on the slippery pan. We had several sessions in the car: finding out how we reacted naturally to skids in both front and rear-wheel drive cars; practising handling skids (in both) after a very good brief; handling skidding when braking in a car with no ABS and a final "time trial" when we could put in to practise what we'd learnt. The instructors were very professional and the whole environment felt very safe. I'd recommend this experience to anyone and go again in a heartbeat!
A Fantastic Experience - Excellent Instruction
Linda F,
23 Jun 2012
Rockingham Race Circuit
I started off feeling quite nervous but our instructor quickly explained what we would be doing and put us at ease. My confidence grew as we progressed and I came away feeling proud of what I achieved. I will definitely be able to deal with a skid situation better in the future. A thoroughly enjoyable morning.
Brilliant Day
Clive V,
02 Jun 2012
Castle Combe Skid Pan
I had a great time learning how to stop skidding whilst also having a lot of fun. The only down side was the vehicles, they really do need to be replaced. The BMW understeers when it should oversteer. But sitting in the back of all of them my head was tucking the roof. And I'm not that tall. But still an experience I really enjoyed. Thanks to the instructors.
Good Value At The Real Price
Robin C,
02 Jun 2012
Castle Combe Skid Pan
Just realised how much cheaper it would have been to book direct! Around 25% - not to be sniffed at.
A Fun Day Out With A Serious Intent
Carol G,
18 Feb 2012
Castle Combe Skid Pan
Excellent skidding fun and I went expecting just that. However, this teaches you how to regain control of your car in a skid and hopefully avoid any fatal consequences. Well taught and could save your life.
So Much Fun An Useful Too!
Sarah M,
25 Sep 2011
National Car Control Centre
The experience was really good, the instructor was very fun and safe! Really enjoyed the day on the whole!
Fantastic Fantastic!!!!
Susan H,
28 Aug 2011
National Car Control Centre
REALLY ENJOYED THE DAY LEARNED A LOT. LOVED THROWING THE CAR AROUND. WELL WORTH THE MONEY
What A Day
Kevin E,
06 Aug 2011
Castle Combe Skid Pan
Great day, well managed by the two guys Paul & Jim. Would recommend for anyone wanting an adrenaline rush.
Absolutely Brilliant, From Start To Finish
Heidi B,
30 Jul 2011
Rockingham Race Circuit
From the first person I dealt with at the raceway through to the last, everyone was extremely pleasant and helpful. The instructor, Richard, was brilliant, friendly, calm, and encouraging, and allowed me to have a amazing time, whilst learning useful skills at the wheel. An exhilarating and liberating driving experience!
Educational, Exciting And Above All Fun
Norman H,
21 May 2011
Castle Combe Skid Pan
Instructors were friendly approachable and informative providing a relaxed and enjoyable experience.
Fun And Instructive
Dominic F,
07 May 2011
Castle Combe Skid Pan
Some initial floundering followed by some instruction then progessively less floundering as the morning went on. Learnt some useful gems which hopefully will make next winter's driving a bit safer. Came second in the time trial. Bah!
Great Fun
Maria G,
07 May 2011
Castle Combe Skid Pan
I started the day slightly nervous but by the end I was wishing I could experience it all over again.
Great Fun
Niki G,
11 Dec 2010
Castle Combe Skid Pan
Both informative and lots of fun, the two instructors were brilliant, gave informative demonstrations and ended the day with a time trial which I spectacularly lost!
Excellent Fun - Alongside Learning Important Skill
Marie P,
30 Oct 2010
Castle Combe Skid Pan
Was a brilliant day out. Lots of fun skidding about, before learning how to handle the skids. Think this should be compulsory for all teenagers after passing their driving tests!
Better Than A Theme Park Ride!
Celia D,
11 Sep 2010
Castle Combe Skid Pan
A great experience and also very informative. The staff were relaxed and friendly and not at all patronising. Bring on the snow and ice this Winter - I can handle it!
Excellent Fun And Educational
Gary H,
13 Feb 2010
Castle Combe Skid Pan
The skidpan was some of the best fun I've had in a car for years. I thought I was fairly competent in slippy conditions anyway but during the day learned real techniques that will definitely help on the road should I ever run out of talent! The new skills definitely shone through at the end of the day when I took home the cup for the quickest timed lap of the skidpan, which caused some elation!
Great Day, Learned Lots
Christopher T,
19 Dec 2009
Castle Combe Skid Pan
Got to learn control in both front and rear wheel drive cars, instructors were excellent and lots of fun and we got to do lots of driving. I now have more confidence in slippery conditions and know what to do and what not to do. A great choice of experience for any age, male or female!
An Extremely Easy Way To Arrange A Fantastic Day
Peter W,
05 Sep 2009
Castle Combe Skid Pan
My parents arranged a day out on the skidpan for myself and my brother and we thoroughly enjoyed our experience, we may even book it up for our father to do as he always 'knows best'!
What A Laugh
Doug S,
15 Aug 2009
Castle Combe Skid Pan
How not to do it and how to do it ... great day let loose on the skidpan track, first go all over the place, then a little instruction how to correct a skid, then the time trial. All good fun, well worth a go.