Half Day 4x4 Driving Introduction - Kent

Test your driving skills on this varied and demanding course - do things in a vehicle that you never thought possible! Learn new skills and abilities and gain the confidence you need to drive a 4x4!
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From £ 104 For 1 Person

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Test your driving skills on this varied and demanding course - do things in a vehicle that you never thought possible! Learn new skills and abilities and gain the confidence you need to drive a 4x4!

Off Road Experience Days: Get ready to rumble... This incredible half day 4x4 driving introduction is your chance to go off road and have a challenging - and very muddy, driving experience.

You'll be getting behind the wheel of a 4x4 on a purpose-built off road driving course, to find out what these fantastic four wheel drive monsters are really capable of!

After an introductory briefing, you'll be taking control of the 4x4 and manoeuvring your way off the beaten path, with an instructor by your side throughout to make sure you are progressing at the pace that suits you. The challenging and varied course will put your skills to the test - you'll tackle hills, ruts, gullies and side slopes, all set in 200 acres of stunning natural woodland, orchards and open fields.

This type of driving is like nothing you've ever experienced before, so be prepared to get rough and ready out there, and enjoy!

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Availability

This 4x4 experience is available most Saturdays throughout the year and occasional weekdays on special request.

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Requirements

Minimum Age: 16

Maximum Weight: 20 stone

Under 18s must be accompanied on site by an adult.

If you are extraordinarily tall or short, or feel your physique may impair your enjoyment of this activity in any way, please check with the centre when booking.

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Duration

Experience Duration: 3:30

Time Spent at Venue: 3:45

Please allow 3 to 3.5 hours for this experience and arrive 15minutes before your start time.

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Group Size & Spectators

Participants: The Half Day 4x4 Driving Introduction - Kent is for 1 participant.

Max Group Size: 3

Spectators Allowed on Site: Yes

You will be sharing this experience with up to 2 otherparticipants.

Spectators are welcome, but visibility of the whole experience is not possible.

There is a pleasant indoor meeting space where refreshments areavailable and a drinks vending machine.

No dogs allowed.

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Where is it Located

West Malling (Kent)

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What to Wear

The centre will provide all safety equipment needed, but please wear comfortable casual clothing and footwear that you don’t mind getting dirty. In wet weather a change of clothes is advisable.

Waterproofs are provided.

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Weather

The 4x4 Driving Introduction in Kent is not usually affected by extreme weather conditions.

Reviews
Lucy - Kent
  • 29/05/2018
As someone who doesn't have a lot of confidence in 4x4 driving, I wasn't really sure how it would go. However, our instructor, Guy, was fantastic and before I knew it, I was thoroughly enjoying it. The course was brilliant with lots of hill...
As someone who doesn't have a lot of confidence in 4x4 driving, I wasn't really sure how it would go. However, our instructor, Guy, was fantastic and before I knew it, I was thoroughly enjoying it. The course was brilliant with lots of hills and descents to get to grips with! Would definitely recommend.
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Molly - Horsham
  • 25/05/2018
This 4x4 driving experience was definitely the best I've ever done. Guy was the ideal instructor, as he made sure the drive was fun throughout and clearly tailored it to my ability. I really loved the course, as there was such a range of ch...
This 4x4 driving experience was definitely the best I've ever done. Guy was the ideal instructor, as he made sure the drive was fun throughout and clearly tailored it to my ability. I really loved the course, as there was such a range of challenging obstacles and the views along the way were just breathtaking. It was also a nice touch that Guy offered to take some pictures of me, with the amazing view and 4x4 vehicle which I could then show my friends and family back home. I will definitely be buying this experience again!
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Linda - Anonymous location
  • 07/10/2016
My son took part for the first time and he really enjoyed it. He hasn't stopped talking about it. He wants to go back.
Natalie - Anonymous location
  • 20/07/2016
Excellent instruction and good fun.
Jason Wykes - Anonymous location
  • 02/03/2013
Great experience, lots of fun, definitely recommend
Office Off-Road Adventures!

ian wright blog collageWe decided to kick-start our new year, with an office off-roading day out!

We crawled out of bed and set off eagerly for a day of off-roading adventures with The Wright Event, in Kent.

Pulling into the private drive-way, we could see that there would be no shortage of mud! We were greeted and welcomed to the centre, via a cosy reception area – with a wood burning stove, perfect for the chilly, wet weather – before the instructors outlined the day ahead. We would be taking part in 3 activities: Quad-biking, 4×4 driving, and Sporting Trials.

Picture16bOnce kitted out from head to toe in some much-needed waterproofs, we headed out to the Quads for an instructional briefing and introduction to the vehicles. Climbing aboard, we set off – some with a little more trepidation than others – for a quick practice around the obstacle field, before heading into the orchard, and then into the 4×4 off-road driving area. Lead by an instructor, we covered a wide range of terrain, climbing and descending mud covered slopes, and splashing our way through some demanding ruts and ditches. Needless to say, the sheer amount of mud made the experience very eventful and there was no lack of entertainment when one of our team members decided to take a few detours into trees and ditches! We all learnt a lot, and soon got to grips with our vehicles, enjoying ourselves immensely.

Picture12Then we moved on to the 4×4 driving. The fact that there were only 2 qualified drivers in our number was not a problem at all, as the session was modified throughout to cater for all of our abilities – from first time drivers, to those who had some previous off-roading experience. The qualified and highly experienced instructors were very patient, and encouraged all of us to have a go, taking us outside of our usual comfort zones. I personally was surprised at the extreme capabilities of the all-terrain vehicles.

 

Picture9The day came to a close with the Sporting Trials. The idea was to get the Trials car up some very steep slopes, and negotiate the tight, hairpin corners of the marked route, without stopping or knocking down the markers. With the amount of rain, the task seemed impossible, but the natural ability of the car soon had us all grinning from ear to ear, as we slid and skidded our way around the course.
Throughout the day, all of the instructors were not only knowledgeable and experienced, but also very patient and friendly. The centre welcomes bookings of groups and individuals across a wide range of ages and as most of the equipment is dual-control, those with no experience, including juniors (over 11 years or a minimum of 1.4m tall) are welcomed… we would highly recommend this for a thrilling day out!

 

FAQ
I don't have a drivers licence, does this matter for the 4x4 Driving Introduction - Kent?

Due to the minimum age being 16 for the 4x4 Driving Introduction - Kent, a drivers licence is not required.

Do participants share a car and take turns driving or get one each?

The 4x4 Driving Introduction experience in Kent is shared between up to three people, plus an instructor. Participants will take turns driving the 4x4 vehicle.

If one participant is not as able as the others, will that limit what the others can do and how fast they can go?

This shouldnÂ’t affect the actual driving, but may extend the time taken to change participant roles.

How long is the actual driving time for each participant?

Each participant for the 4x4 Driving Introduction experience in Kent will receive approximately one hour of driving time each.

What 4x4 vehicle will I be driving?

This 4x4 Driving Introduction in Kent uses the Land Rover Discovery.

I'm thinking of buying one of the 4x4 experience for my son's 40th. Am I able to buy a voucher so that he can choose his own date?

Experience Days specialises in experience gift vouchers. Simply add the chosen off-road driving experience to your cart and check out. This will provide you with an open gift voucher to use at your convenience.

Do you have to hold a full UK driving license to take part in this 4x4 experience?

No,you do not need a full UK Driving license to take part in the 4x4 Driving Introduction.

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