GT Race Car Driving Experience - 8 or 12 laps

Explore the world of GT Race Cars and prepare yourself for an exhilarating driving experience. 

These race cars were built for the track so expect power, grip and sensational handling without any compromises. 

The Radical SR5: One of 24 cars ever produced by Radical and faster than any supercar.

The Lamborghini Huracán Super Trofeo: A combination of functionality and style makes this the cream poster car for any motorsport enthusiast.

The Ferrari 458: Built to contest in Ferrari's single-series racing championship - Ferrari Challenge, this one is world's apart from its road-going cousin.

The F1000 Single Seater: A favourite in the fleet, it offers a first-hand experience of an expertly engineered single-seater race car.

The Mustang "Late Model NASCAR": A no-compromising V8-powered race car with over 500bhp relying on old-fashioned mechanical grip with huge fat slick tyres, no doors, no glass windows, just a hole to climb through to start the rumbling V8!

Choose your number of laps and GT race car of choice - driving experiences just got serious!

8 lap experience for Radical SR5/Lamborghini/Ferrari:

• 30 minute introductory briefing: Covering racing lines, throttle/braking technique and track day safety etiquette.
• 4 x Sighting Laps including 1 high-speed passenger lap in a track-prepared sports car.
  
• 4 x Driving laps with an instructor co-driver*.

*The first 2 laps will be driven slowly and strictly as ‘warm-up laps’ to get a feel for the car and an opportunity to heat the brakes & racing slick tyres. 

12 lap experience for Radical SR5/Lamborghini/Ferrari:

• 30 minute introductory briefing: Covering racing lines, throttle/braking technique and track day safety etiquette.
• 4 x Sighting Laps including 1 high-speed passenger lap in a track-prepared sports car.
  
• 8 x Driving laps with an instructor co-driver*.

12 lap experience for the F1000:

• 30 minute introductory briefing: Covering racing lines, throttle/braking technique and track day safety etiquette.
• 4 x Sighting Laps including 1 high-speed passenger lap in a track-prepared sports car.
  
• 4 x Driving laps in the F1000 Single Seater under yellow flap conditions.
• 4 x Driving laps in the F1000 single seater with 1:1 tuition from the motorsport instruction team.

12 lap experience for the Mustang "Late Model NASCAR":

• 30 minute introductory briefing: Covering racing lines, throttle/braking technique and track day safety etiquette.
  
• Full safety and vehicle briefing out of and inside the car, specific to this specialist car’s unique requirements.
  
• 4 x Sighting Laps including 1 high-speed passenger lap in a track-prepared sports car, teaching racing lines and driving technique for the Stock Car.
  
• 4 x Driving laps in the “Nascar” Mustang under yellow flag conditions.
  
• 4 x Driving laps in the “Nascar” Mustang with 1:1 tuition from our motorsport instruction team.

All upgrades are arranged on the date of the experience and are subject to availability.

Age, height & weight restrictions

Ages 17-80 years old.

Ferrari 458: Maximum 18 stone/115kg. Maximum 6'2"/ 1.88m
Lamborghini Huracan Super Trofeo: Maximum 18 stone/115kg. Maximum 6'1"/ 1.85m
Radical SR5: Maximum 16 stone/102kg. Maximum 6'1"/ 1.85m
Mustang "Late Model NASCAR": Maximum 18 stone/115kg. Maximum 6'3"/1.9m
F1000: Maximum 16 stone/102kg. Maximum 6'2"/ 1.88m

Restrictions for the F1000 and NASCAR are strict.

NASCAR: There are no doors on this car. Participants must be able to enter the car through a small window space, climbing in and out with ease. The "entrance and exit" is 2.5" by 14.5" (65cm by 37cm). If you are unable to safely enter and exit the car, you will not be able to participate. 

Participant must be able to wear a helmet, supplied by them or welcome to bring your own.

They accommodate those with limited mobility in the passenger experiences wherever possible.

Some cars may be difficult for those with limited mobility to enter and exit.

We are not medical professionals and cannot give acute medical advice as to the suitability of the experience for you. If you have any concerns, please contact your GP for advice.

If you may require assistance, please let them know beforehand so they can arrange a pit-lane escort.

Glasses must be worn if needed.

Flat soled shoes must be worn.

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 a ramp.

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

The nearest all access bathroom facilities are at the very rear 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.

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.