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Skidpan Driving at Thruxton

Andover, South East
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£99.99
Andover, South East

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For 1 Person
12 Months Validity
Flexible Voucher
Instant Delivery E-voucher
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30 Days Return Policy

In a Nutshell

  • Experience the thrills and spills of skidpan driving at Thruxton Circuit
  • Learn essential skidpan driving techniques on a state-of-the-art course
  • Drive both the sleek Mini Cooper and powerful Toyota GT86
  • Control a front and rear-wheel-drive car

About the experience

Master the art of skidpan driving at Thruxton's purpose-built, low-grip polished skid area. Kick off with a safety briefing and a 10-minute demonstration before getting down to some serious skidpan driving! Receive professional tuition on essential front and rear-wheel driving techniques on Thruxton's state-of-the-art skidpan course. During the session, hop into both the mighty front-wheel-drive Mini Cooper and rear-wheel-drive Toyota GT86 with a pro instructor and one other skidpan enthusiast and put those newfound driving skills into practice. Take turns as passenger and driver. Once behind the wheel, try and master the essential skill of controlling a skid in a fun and safe environment.

Key Info

  • Availability Description

    This voucher is valid for one person. This experience is available to book on selected dates from January–November, please enquire upon booking for further details. Dates fill quickly, so please book at least six weeks in advance. All dates are subject to availability.

  • Participant Guidelines

    Minimum height: 5'1''. Maximum height: 6'5''. Maximum weight: 18 stone. All participants must sign a disclaimer confirming a full British or international manual driving licence, good health and no disability that could impair driving.

  • Weather

    Driving may be cancelled or curtailed in extreme weather conditions like ice, heavy rain or high winds, when driving at speed might become dangerous. Any unused laps are credited for another visit. Please call the venue if in any doubt.

  • Duration Detail

    Lasts for one hour in total, including around 25 minutes of driving time.

  • Numbers On The Day

    Each session runs with up to four participants. During driving, participants will share the car with one other, plus a professional instructor.

  • Dress Code

    Dress comfortably (preferably avoiding synthetic clothing) and wear narrow, flat-soled shoes. A helmet and any special clothing are provided.

  • Other Info

    All our vouchers are fully flexible and can be redeemed against our huge range of experiences. When booking, expect to be offered the choice of buying a collision damage waiver for an additional £20 to £40 charge. There is no obligation to purchase this optional waiver.

Product code: 10294252

Location

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Andover
How it works

Step 1: Buy a gift and receive your experience voucher.

Step 2: Log in using your voucher details.

Step 3: Book your memorable experience!

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David f · 05-05-2024

Great session - think I need to improve

Really well-run, fun activity. Colin was a great instructor and I’d almost got the hang of things by the end. Highly recommended!
Mac · 21-10-2023

Fab morning

Welcomed with a smile. Interesting and informative brief by Dave. Then onto the pan in 2 different cars. Great fun. Would defo recommend the experience. Thanks guys
Fifi d · 15-04-2023

Most fun in years

I had a brilliant time , the instructor was very patient and happy with the fact that I drove like an old granny ! I haven’t laughed so much in years !
Bailey bunch · 15-10-2022

Skid Pad Experience - Thruxton

Easy to book and within an hours drive of home. Instructor and the lady who greeted us were very welcoming. The experience was for my husband and 2 daughters. We were the only ones there for the session which was great. The instructions before starting were good but if you did not understand the manoeuvres of a car e.g. two daughters who just get in a car and go - the initial information was lost. The first 23 laps were trial and error . They couldn't understand what the instructor was saying over the in car radio. It would have been helpful had the instructor accompanied them and shown them actively how to control the car in a skid - even just one round. When my eldest got out after a round and said ' I don't know what I am doing' the instructor did get in and take her around a lap. In the final lap the girls did succeed. So, all was not completely lost. The girls are sensible and 27 years and 22 years - and were keen to learn. My husband enjoyed his laps and at aged 60 has more experience of the roads - so he was fine. So great experience for him - ok for the girls. Im a teacher and appreciate the need to make instruction clear . This can get lost however when you know what you are talking about and assume that everyone else has the same experience and knowledge. As mentioned the facilities were great and the two members of staff friendly and welcoming.
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