Motor Racing At Silverstone
Get strapped into the open cockpit with your legs stretched out into the nose of the car, the steering wheel in front of you and the gearstick between your legs. You're only a couple of inches off the ground and you'll know it; feel every bump and vibration and fight not to oversteer, as your super-responsive car reacts to every adjustment. Start with a briefing and once the car's controls have been explained and you are strapped in, head out onto the track, behind a pace car, to get used to the Formula First's sensitive steering, the racing lines and acceleration. Your second driving session is back on track for a further 20 minutes to go for it, without the pace car. Conclude with a debrief, driver assessment and certificate presentation.
- Full briefing from qualified instructors
- Warm up with laps behind a pace car
- Learn about racing lines and driving at speed
- Drive an F1-style single-seater round the circuit
Availability
Weekend dates once or twice a month, plus occasional weekdays. Weekends are always busy; book at least six to eight weeks in advance. The circuit closes between mid December and mid January for the winter shut-down.
Participant Guidelines
Min height 5'2'', max 6'4''. Max age 70, max weight 18 stone. You must have held a manual driving licence for at least one year which you MUST PRESENT ON THE DAY. Photocopies or verbal confirmation from the DVLA are not acceptable alternatives.
Weather
Motor racing may be cancelled or curtailed in extreme weather conditions (e.g. snow, ice or severe rain) which would make driving at speed dangerous. Please call the venue if in any doubt.
Duration
As a guide, expect to be at the venue for approximately two hours including briefing, tuition, driving time and a debrief. Total driving time is up to 40 minutes. Please arrive around 20 minutes prior to your booking to ensure a prompt start time.
Numbers On Day
Briefings will be shared; there may be up to 12 people taking part at any one time.
Spectators
Spectators are welcome and can bring a camera to record your experience. Please note that pets are not permitted at any circuits.
Dress Code
Wear trousers, a long-sleeved shirt and slim, flat-soled shoes (the pedals in these cars can be close together). Please don't wear nylon clothing. A helmet will be provided.
Other Info
Formula First single seaters have open cockpits giving you a taste of real motor racing. For safety reasons, revs are limited. At this world-class venue on the day, you will drive the Stowe Circuit which is .8 of a mile long.
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