Junior Subaru Impreza Rally Driving Experience

Got a budding petrolhead in your life who's already memorised every rally car ever made? Forget the toy version. Give them the real thing.

This experience is designed specifically for junior drivers aged 8 to 17, so everything is pitched at the right level to build real confidence behind the wheel.

After a classroom briefing, it's out onto the dirt stage for 4 sighting laps in a Subaru Impreza "Hawkeye" rally car, getting a feel for the surface and the car before they take control themselves. Then comes the main event: 8 laps driving off-road around the rally stage in a 4WD Subaru Impreza, speeds up to 40mph, with a co-driver navigating every corner alongside them.

Expert instructors teach them how to power slide out of bends, the iconic "Scandinavian Flick," and how to use the handbrake to pitch the car into a corner like a true rally driver. The day wraps up with a full debrief, so they walk away not just buzzing, but with a genuine sense of how much they've improved.

Subaru's rally pedigree is the stuff of legend, holding the record for the most World Rally Championship event wins and manufacturer titles of any team, tied with Lancia Delta, and competing longer in the WRC than any other manufacturer. Names like Colin McRae and Petter Solberg built that legacy, and more recently Ken Block turned Subaru's 4WD power slides into an internet phenomenon. Now it's your junior driver's turn to get behind the wheel of the real deal.

What your experience includes:

• 30 Minute Introductory Classroom Briefing: Covering the basic elements of learning how to drive a supercar, incorporating the basics of steering input, pulling away safely, mirrors and vision, racing lines, throttle/braking techniques and track day safety etiquette.
• Ages 8-17.
• 4 x sighting laps in a Subaru Impreza ‘Hawkeye’ rally car on our dirt stage.
• 8 laps learning to drive off road around the rally stage in a 4WD Subaru Impreza with a co-driver navigating your route up to 40mph
• Expert tuition on how to power slide out of corners and the iconic ‘Scandinavian Flick’ and the use of the handbrake to pitch the rally car into the corner.
• Debrief from instructor to include development of driver training across the session.

Height, age and weight restrictions

All participants must be aged between 8-17.

Minimum height: 4ft 11"
Maximum height: 6’2″
Maximum weight: 18 stone

No refund will be offered for any booked experience should a participant not be able to fit into the booked vehicle.

If the instructors or front of house coordinators do not feel the participant is seated safely in their chosen event vehicle, the team will do their best to provide an alternative vehicle of the same value to your purchased package.

Can spectators come?

Yes. They have spectator areas inside and out.

Depending on availability, they may have the chance to sit beside one of the instructors for some thrilling hot-laps in a range of cars, or even get involved with some driving of their own!

Please be aware we are predominantly an outdoor venue, there are occasions when the indoor spaces are extremely busy or in use for functions. Please dress appropriately for the weather, warm clothes are often appreciated by spectators.

What happens if it rains?

All events will go ahead, with the exception of extreme weather conditions, i.e ice / snow.

They have a hospitality unit on site to keep spectators and guests dry and comfortable at all times, but would suggest that wet weather clothing and umbrellas are packed.

A limited number of Complementary Umbrellas can be loaned by visitors while on site, found in and returned to reception.

What facilities are on site?

Car parking is free and the hospitality building is accessible via ramp.

The bathroom facilities are nearby, but are only currently accessible via steps.

The nearest all access bathroom facilities are at the very near by service station.

They have an indoor refreshment café serving hot drinks, cold drinks, basic snacks and packaged sandwiches (subject to availability).

What do I wear?

Wear comfortable clothing. They suggest warm layers through spring and winter months and sunscreen and hats for summer.

It is essential you wear flat-soled, slim fitting shoes, particularly on Race Car experiences.

They unfortunately can no longer provide wet weather clothing, so we ask you to bring your own if you are in an open vehicle.

If you do wear one of our helmets for your experience, a Balaclava is required. If you do not have/bring a balaclava with you, one can be purchased from reception.

You can wear your own helmet as long as it has the relevant Kite Mark.

What happens if you damage the car?

As there is an inherent risk in any motorsport activity, we ask participants to be aware of these risks and take appropriate measures to maintain their own safety, by adhering to the conditions and following the instructors guidance.

Unless the optional damage waiver is purchased (details of which below), should any car be damaged as a result of a participants driving, our participants will bear full responsibility for the costs of repair, save that the participants liability for damage to any vehicle owned by Drift Limits will be limited to £10,000 + VAT per vehicle in each case.

Drift Limits have agreed that on the purchase of an optional damage liability reduction, should there be any accidental damage whatsoever to any of the Drift Limits vehicles driven today, applicable to the waiver purchased as set out below. Responsibility for the costs of
repair will be amended as listed below notwithstanding the Damage Liability section of these terms and conditions.

The damage waiver is void if a car is driven negligently or dangerously or if the instructions of Drift Limits staff are disregarded.

This damage waiver is non refundable.

Option 1: Reduce Liability from £10,000 +VAT to:
Drift/Stunt/Rally cars - £500 + VAT
Supercars - £1000 + VAT
Racecars - £2500 + VAT
Option 1 can be purchased for £27

Option 2: Reduce Liability from £10,000 +VAT to:
Drift/Stunt/Rally cars - £75 + VAT
Supercars - £450 + VAT
Racecars - £1200 + VAT
Option 2 can be purchased for £37

Option 3: Reduce Liability from £10,000 +VAT to:
Drift/Stunt/Rally cars - £0 + VAT
Supercars - £150 + VAT
Racecars - £275 + VAT
Option 3 can be purchased for £47

Purchase of the incorrect liability reduction may result in a lack of application to your experience.