This is the ultimate junior rally driving full day experience - exclusively at Silverstone Rally School. Aspiring rally drivers will get to learn left and right-hand handbrake turns and powerslides - then take their new skills to the authentic gravel rally stage with their own pace notes and a navigator calling the shots. The climax of this exciting experience is 3 full driving laps to put all their new knowledge into practice.
Buying as a gift? Frequently Asked Questions
Most customers buy a flexible voucher and book later. Here are the key things to know:
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What is a junior driving experience?
A junior driving experience allows children and teenagers (typically aged 10–17) to drive a car in a controlled environment under professional supervision.
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Do children need a driving licence?
No, a driving licence is not required for junior driving experiences.
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What cars can juniors drive?
Depending on the experience, juniors can drive a range of vehicles including supercars, sports cars and dual-controlled learner vehicles.
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Is it safe for children to take part?
Yes, all junior driving experiences are run by qualified instructors with safety measures in place, including dual controls where required.
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Are there age or height restrictions?
Yes, each experience has specific age, height and sometimes weight requirements for safety reasons.
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Can parents or guardians attend?
Yes, most venues allow spectators and have designated viewing areas.
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Itinerary
Informal briefing on the basic principles of rally driving techniques and car control delivered by our qualified instructors in our purpose built training room - approximately 20 minutes.
Session 1
Powersliding - each participant will in turn take the driving seat and practice the basic “sideways” control using manoeuvres that co-ordinate power and steering balance.
Starting with left hand only, followed by right hand only - a true test of your cognitive skills.
Session 2
Handbrake turns - each participant will practice handbrake turns, hard cornering and car positioning techniques through a sequence of tight corners on our special stage. Again, starting with left hand only, then switching it up to right hand - you won't believe the difference!
Session 3
Combine your new found skills with surprising results over 3 full laps of our authentic gravel rally stage.
Session 4
Learn the foundational concepts and theory. Your own pace notes can be written and used on our real gravel rally stage. After that, practice them on runs of the full stage. Can you manage using your new knowledge while paying attention to a navigator in true rally fashion, not knowing where he will lead you next?
And finally – why not let your instructor show you how it's really done! Hold on tight, feel your adrenaline rise as your instructor demonstrates the true potential of the car on one of our hot laps. Available to purchase on the day for you and / or your guests for just £25 per hot lap.
Duration
You can expect to spend approximately 5 - 6 hours at the venue.
Order Information
You can order a 10 month open Gift Voucher or select any available date. You can upgrade the validity when you order.
General
- Restrictions apply. Maximum age 17 years with NO full UK driving licence.
- Please allow approximately 5-6 hours at the rally school for your experience, based on 6 people maximum per car / instructor including mandatory safety briefing. Please note sessions are driving back to back and the order of each session will be dependent on your group.
- Driving dual-controlled, rally prepared front wheel drive Suzuki Swifts. We reserve the right to change cars in the event of technical / availability issues.
- Drivers and guests can add a high speed passenger ride for £25, available on the day of your experience - just speak to our team.
- Once booked, changes can be made up to 28 days prior to your event.
Restrictions
Minimum Age: 12 years
Maximum Age: 17 years
Minimum Height: 147.00 cm
Availability
The Rally School operates six days a week. This experience is available on selected days during school holidays added throughout the year.
Extras On The Day
You can add a high speed passenger ride for drivers or guests on the day of the experience for £25.
Weather Conditions
Severe weather such as extreme high wind, heavy snow or ground frost may cause the course to be unsuitable to drive and the experience to be delayed or postponed. Please refer to our Terms and Conditions for more details.
How the Voucher Works
- Purchase the voucher online
- Receive your e-voucher or gift pack
- Redeem online to select location and date
- Enjoy your experience
