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driver or car lover

A great gift for any driver or car lover

4x4 Experience & Training Course

Master the trickiest of terrains in a 4×4 with this amazing 90 minute motoring experience. Purchase our 4×4 Experience e-voucher today.

£99 - voucher valid for 12 months.

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Unleash your inner adventurer with RED’s thrilling 4×4 off-road experience

Ready to leave the tarmac behind? With RED’s professional 4×4 experience, you’ll climb, crawl and conquer terrain you never thought possible. Whether you’re a complete beginner or a seasoned off-roader, this is your chance to get behind the wheel and discover what a true 4×4 can really do.

With a qualified instructor right beside you, you’ll learn how the vehicle works, how to handle challenging terrain, and how to tackle obstacles with confidence. Then it’s time to put theory into action. Expect steep climbs, dramatic descents, deep ruts, side slopes, gullies and mud-splattered tracks designed to test your nerves and sharpen your skills. It’s rough. It’s tough. And it’s seriously good fun.

By the end of your session, you won’t just have driven off-road – you’ll have mastered it. If you’re ready for mud, adrenaline and a challenge that will push your driving skills further than ever before, RED’s 4×4 experience is waiting.

 

Where do I need to go?

All experiences are hosted at Donington Park, Castle Donington, Derby DE74 2RP

 

What do I need to know?

  • Minimum age is 16 years
  • Minimum height is 1.4 metres
  • Please wear comfortable clothing and a pair of trainers that you will not mind getting dirty
  • In wet weather a change of clothes is advisable
  • There will be a maximum of 2 other participants in the vehicle with you
  • This experience will last approximately 1 ½ hours
  • All dates are subject to availability

 

What’s included?

  • Introduction and safety briefing with a fully trained instructor
  • Approximately 1 ½ hours off road driving experience in a 4×4, this will include approx. 20 minutes where you will be driving the vehicle yourself

Participant Guidelines

Age

There is a minimum age of 16 years old.

Height, Weight and Health

Minimum Height: 147.00 cm

Maximum Height: 198.00 cm

Maximum Weight: 114.00 kg

Participants should be in reasonable health

Licence Requirements

The 4×4 driving course is suitable for all types of drivers, and because it’s RED-owned, we’re also able to run the course for those who have yet to pass their driving test. But, if that’s the case, we insist that the driver is currently trained to a level where competent with car control. We will need evidence of this from a driving instructor.

Guests

Guests will be unable to spectate this activity. However, they will be able to wait at the reception area or use the ‘public’ café on-site when open.

Create a bundle and save

Add an extra driving experience to your day for 10% off - then add a friend and get a further 10% off your total driving package!

Book 2 driving experiences and save 10%

Take your drive up a gear

Looking to make the most of your driving experience day? Book a 4x4 driving experience and add on either Skidpan, Advanced Driving skills or Caterham auto-test with a 10% discount on your total booking cost.

Book a bundled driving experience package

Bring a friend and save an additional 10%

Level up your driving experience day with friends and family

Looking to upskill your driving and have fun along the way? Take advantage of our special offer of an additional 10% off your total experience day price when you bring friends or family along with you!

Book with family and friends

Our booking process

Buy a 4×4 experience voucher by calling the RED team or by clicking the ‘Book Now’ button to buy online. We’ll then send an e-voucher and booking information to you or directly to the recipient. Please note, buying an e-voucher online does not secure the 4×4 experience – yourself or the participant can call the team to book the day and time.

The voucher is valid for 12 months from the date of issue, and the experience must be booked before the expiry date.

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FAQs for 4×4 Experience

What is the 4×4 Experience?

The 4×4 Experience lets you tackle a purpose-built off-road course with an instructor, driving over hills, gullies and challenging terrain to explore what a 4×4 vehicle can do.

Do I need a driving licence to take part?

The experience is suitable for all drivers, including those who haven’t yet passed their driving test. But, if that’s the case, we insist that the driver is currently trained to a level where competent with car control. We will need evidence of this from a driving instructor.

Is there an age or height requirement?

Participants must be at least 16 years old, and there is a minimum height requirement of 1.4 m.

How long does the experience last?

The 4×4 experience typically lasts around 90 minutes, including an introduction and safety briefing.

Can I bring guests to watch?

Guests are welcome, but due to health and safety and onsite activity, viewing may not always be possible; they may need to remain in reception or use the onsite café.

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