Ariel Atom Track Day Experience

Drive the incredibly quick and unique Ariel Atom for 3 thrilling miles around a choice of fantastic racing circuits across the UK
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From £ 39 For 1 Person was £99

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Drive the incredibly quick and unique Ariel Atom for 3 thrilling miles around a choice of fantastic racing circuits across the UK

Supercar Experience Days: Get behind the wheel of the ultimate road legal race car during this Ariel Atom driving experience. Complete three miles of your chosen track in the car that famously rearranged Jeremy Clarkson’s face on Top Gear!

Drivers can choose from several great circuits, in locations across the country. On arrival, you’ll check-in and await your turn. When your name’s called, you’ll hop in the driving seat, where you’ll be briefed by a professional instructor alongside. Once you’re comfortable, it’s time to start up the engine! You’ll complete three miles of the carefully devised circuit, while your instructor offers tips for getting the most from the lightening-quick Atom. The car’s acceleration makes even supercars look sluggish, and you can really put your foot down, before reluctantly returning the keys.

The Ariel Atom Experience is an opportunity to drive one of the world’s most astonishing vehicles. An Experience Days voucher would delight any petrolhead, so don’t miss a chance to make their day!

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Availability

Please note that this is a full calendar of dates, including weekends. If your voucher is valid for weekdays only, please ensure you check the date you're booking for. A weekend upgrade is available for £25, payable directly to the provider upon booking. 

PREMIUM TRACKS & UPGRADES:

Brands Hatch requires an additional £50 upgrade fee which is to be paid directly to the track when making a reservation. This is also an adults only track.

Dunsfold Park requires an additional £35 upgrade fee which is to be paid directly to the track when making a reservation.

Castle Combe requires an additional £50 upgrade fee which is to be paid directly to the track when making a reservation. (Full licence only)

Snetterton Circuit requires an additional £50 upgrade fee which is to be paid directly to the track when making a reservation. (Full licence only)

Mallory Park requires an additional £50 upgrade fee which is to be paid directly to the track when making a reservation. 

Blyton Park requires an additional £25 upgrade fee for a weekend booking, or a £10 surcharge for a weekday booking, which is to be paid directly to the track when making a reservation.

The Eboladrome requires an additional £50 upgrade fee which is to be paid directly to the track when making a reservation. (Full licence only)

3 extra miles can be added to your experience for an additional fee.

This is payable directly to the provider upon making your booking. 


Scheduled Dates:


Abingdon, Oxfordshire.

16th & 17th March 2024

20th & 21st July 2024

3rd & 4th August 2024


Bicester Circuit, Heyford

23rd, 24th** & 25th** February 2024

12th**, 13th* & 14th** July 2024


Birmingham Race Track, Lichfield

25th & 26th March 2024

30th & 31st May 2024


Brands Hatch, Kent (Upgrade fees apply, adults only)

31st** July 2024

1st** August 2024

12th**& 13th** November 2024


Blyton Park, Lincolnshire.

19th, 20th, 21st & 22nd April 2024


Bovington, Dorset

2024 Dates Coming Soon!


Castle Combe (Full Licence Only)

9th & 10th February 2024

21st August 2024

21st & 22nd November 2024


Carver Barracks, Essex

11th & 12th May 2024

15th & 16th June 2024


Crawley, Sussex 2024

26th*, 27th*, 28th* & 29th* July 2024


Dunsfold, Surrey (Upgrade fees apply)

2024 Dates Coming Soon!


Elvington, York

2024 Dates Coming Soon!


Farnborough, Hampshire

9th**, 10th*, 11th** & 12th* February 2024

25th**, 26th**, 27th* & 28th** April 2024

21st**, 22nd* & 23rd** June 2024


Haverfordwest, Wales

26th & 27th May 2024


Kirkbride, Cumbria

31st May 2024 1st June 2024

1st & 2nd November 2024


Llanbedr, Wales  *Certain cars not available at this track*

13th & 14th July 2024

21st & 22nd September 2024


Mallory Park, Premium Track (Upgrade fees apply)

3rd** & 4th** February 2024

7th & 8th June 2024


Newark, Nottinghamshire

2024 Dates Coming Soon!


Northampton Circuit, Northamptonshire 

1st & 2nd March 2024

3rd & 4th May 2024


Perranporth, Cornwall

5th, 6th & 7th April 2024

16th, 17th, 18th & 19th August 2024


Sandtoft Airfield, Doncaster

2024 Dates Coming Soon!


Shenington Airfield, Oxfordshire

1st** & 2nd* April 2024


Snetterton, Norfolk (Upgrade fees apply and requires a full driving licence)

6th** November 2024


NAEC Stoneleigh, Warwickshire

8th, 9th** & 10th* March 2024


Warden Law, Sunderland

22nd, 23rd* & 24th** November 2024


The Eboladrome (Upgrade fees apply and requires a full driving licence)

5th  & 6th July 2024

More dates to be released for 2025


Three Sisters, Wigan

14th, 15th, 16th, 17th & 18th February 2024

12th, 13th, 14th & 15th April 2024

21st, 22nd, 23rd & 24th June 2024


Tibenham Airfield, Norfolk

22nd, 23rd, 24th & 25th March 2024


Tockwith, York.

15th, 16th, 17th & 18th February 2024

29th, 30th & 31st March 2024

1st April 2024

1st, 2nd, 4th, 5th & 6th May 2024

7th, 8th & 9th June 2024 


Ipswich, Suffolk

24th & 25th February 2024

25th, 26th & 27th May 2024


** Adults only.

* Juniors only.


Further dates are released once the earlier slots have been filled.

*Dates are not always updated regularly. Availability is subject to change - if you'd like to check a date prior to redemption, please contact our customer service team.

Please note, this is subject to availability at the time of booking. If you have a specific date in mind, please click the 'Enquire About This Experience' button to check with our customer service team prior to purchase.

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Requirements

Minimum Age: 17

Minimum Height: 135cm

Maximum Height: 198cm

Right Hand Drive Manual

Drivers are required to hold a full driving licence & must have a good understanding of spoken English.

*All driving instructors are ARDS qualified and DBS checked.

**An optional damage waiver will be available to purchase on the day for just £25. This will insure you against damage excess fees of up to £5,000 in the unlikely case of an accident.

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Duration

Experience Duration: 0:30

Time Spent at Venue: 1:00

You will get the chance to complete 3 miles of your chosen circuit (from the list of venues).

From signing in at your chosen track to completing the circuit, the experience itself can last up to 30 minutes.

You can expect to be at the venue for approximately 1 hour.

Three additional miles can be purchased for £49.00, payable directly to the track. Although these are generally available on the day of the experience, it is advised to pay in advance to avoid disappointment on arrival.

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Group Size & Spectators

Participants: The Ariel Atom Track Day Experience is for 1 participant.

Max Group Size: 1

Spectators Allowed on Site: Yes

This is a one-to-one experience between the participant and their instructor, however there will be other drivers on the track.

Spectators are welcome to come along and watch.

There will be hot and cold catering facilities on site.

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Where is it Located

Multiple Locations

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What to Wear

Please dress comfortably and suitably for the weather conditions. Participants will need to provide their own waterproofs in the event of showers, and should be aware that some of the tacks can become a little dusty in the drier summer months.

Please ensure that you wear flat, sturdy footwear.

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Weather

This Ariel Atom driving may be cancelled in extreme weather conditions - if this is the case, the centre will contact you in order to re-schedule your experience for an alternative date.

Reviews
kathy randle - REDDITCH
  • 26/02/2023
fairly well organised
Luke Bateman - Perranporth
  • 25/09/2020
My partner booked me the Ariel atom as she knew it was my dream to drive that vehicle. We showed up on the day, queued up for over an hour, And when we got to the front we were told that they weren’t running the Ariel atom that day due to n...
My partner booked me the Ariel atom as she knew it was my dream to drive that vehicle. We showed up on the day, queued up for over an hour, And when we got to the front we were told that they weren’t running the Ariel atom that day due to not being able wear the helmet (because of COVID). I completely accept that, however I don’t understand how that wasn’t something that had been considered ahead of time. I was offered a replacement vehicle which I obviously took seeing as we had planned this day for a while and it seemed silly not to go ahead. I specifically asked for a manual car and was given an automatic Porsche 911. The car was fun to drive, but not nearly as much fun as a manual would have been and not even close to as much fun as the Ariel would have been. I don’t like to complain and probably wouldn’t have said anything, but I got an email asking for feedback so thought I’d explain what happened. I was so excited to go out In the car and now I can’t really think of it as a fun experience which is such a shame. Luke
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Kate ball - Anonymous location
  • 21/01/2019
Brilliant experiance, everyone should try it!
Movie and Muscle Car Driving Experience

Movie and Muscle Car Driving 1

Driving American Muscle Cars has got to be any petrol head’s ultimate dream. And, when they have been featured in top block buster films like the cars we were to drive, it only adds to a super cool experience.

I knew we were in for a real treat when invited to drive these awesomely powerful cars at Abingdon airfield. I was excited, but I have to admit, a little nervous! I struggle to break 70mph on motorways, let alone take control of an incredibly powerful classic car and race around a track…

We were each testing two cars; I was taking on the classic Camaro SS as seen in Fast and Furious, and the Camaro ZL1, otherwise known as Bumblebee from Transformers! Evie was driving two very famous cars, Lightning McQueen himself and General Lee, the iconic Dodge Charger from The Dukes of Hazzard. Robb was to test the super fast Toyota Supra and probably the most iconic muscle car out there, the Ford Mustang.

We arrived early at Abingdon Airfield, the sun was shining and we could hear the roar of engines as the cars were warming up for a day of driving. After showing our driving licences and registering in the tent, we received a group introduction to each of the cars from a highly knowledgeable instructor, then it was time to go!

We waited our turn at the edge of the track, marvelling at the awesome cars lined up in front of us, perfectly happy to stand as watch as other drivers had their go. I could feel my nerves rising as the true power of the muscle car was demonstrated by the other drivers taking them for a spin.

Then it was our turn! Check out how we got on…

Camaro SS driving Experience

The Camaro SS

I was driving the classic SS first, and as I stepped into this beautiful car, my instructor immediately put me at ease. He explained how best to control the car and the differences I should expect in comparison to modern cars. My first impression was that this car is HEAVY, you have to press hard on that accelerator to get going and with no power steering, you really have to concentrate on driving this Camaro. It was an absolutely fantastic insight into classic race cars and although I didn’t go much more than 40mph (I know…) I really experienced what it is to drive a car of this calibre.


 

Ford Mustand Driving Experience

Ford Mustang

The Ford Mustang… probably the most iconic Muscle car of the lot and I was thrilled to have to the chance to test it out. This 30 year old classic car was quite tricky to drive, but that’s all just part of  the experience. After getting used to the gearbox and accelerator, I was driving the car perfectly fine and enjoying the ride! – Robb.


 

Toyota Supra Driving Experience

Toyota Supra

Next up was the Toyota Supra. After driving the Ford, this was a bit of a shock. This modern machine is so much lighter and so much easier to drive. Even a light touch on the accelerator and you can feel the pace pick up. The thrill of whizzing around the track in this modern race car was intense and an entirely different experience from the classic cars. – Robb.


 

Camaro Bumblebee Driving Experience 1

Camaro ZL1 aka Bumblebee

Bumblebee is a truly beautiful car. Big, bold and bright yellow, I was extremely excited at the prospect of taking this supercar out for a spin! Sitting in the drivers seat, I couldn’t wait to get out on the straights and push the limits. I’m not a overly confident driver, but I can honestly say this Camaro was a dream to drive and I was reaching speeds of 80 without even thinking about it.


 

Mazda Mx5 Lightning McQueen Driving

Mazda Mx5 aka Lightning McQueen

As we waited to drive the Mazda Mx5, or Lightning McQueen himself, we watched numerous kids taking him for a ride. The look of joy of their faces as they drove their Disney hero really was lovely and only helped build excitement for my own drive! Once I hit the accelerator, there was no looking back as I whizzed around in this super fun, easy to handle sports car. – Evie.


 

General Lee Dodge Charger Driving Experience

Dodge Charger aka General Lee

The instructor had explained how this Dodge was actually used in The Dukes of Hazzard television series and, just in case I didn’t believe him, he pointed out the cast and crew’s signatures on the boot. Knowing this was an actual car used in the show made this driving experience even better! The power of the Dodge was evident from the word go and this famous car was a delight to drive, if a little hard to handle! – Evie.


After an amazing morning driving these cars, it was time to head home. First though we took a quick peep of the in-car footage you can purchase as a video, just so I could prove I did get above 50mph!

 

FAQ
Can I pay for a longer experience?

You will be able to purchase additional laps either when booking in your experience, or at the track on the day!

Is there an age restriction for this Ariel Atom Experience?

Participants must be 17 or over and hold a full driving licence. International licences are accepted if you are eligible to drive in UK roads.

How long does the Ariel Atom Track Day Experience last?

The Ariel Atom Thrill will last around an hour, with a drive time of between 8-10 minutes.

Are there any height/weight restrictions for the Ariel Atom Track Day Experience?

Yes, the following restrictions apply:

Minimum Height: 4ft 10in (135cm)

Maximum Height: 6ft 6in (190cm)

Is there a way you can pay for more than 3 miles? 

Yes you can. This is payable the provider directly when booking.

Three additional miles can be purchased for £49.00, payable directly to the track. Although these are generally available on the day of the experience, it is advised to pay in advance to avoid disappointment on arrival.

Is this Ariel Atom track day experience available at Dunsfold?

Yes! The Ariel Atom driving experience can be booked at Dunsfold. Please note, this is a premium track and therefore requires an additional payment of £35 upon booking directly with the provider.

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