Virgin Experience Days

Have you ever dreamt of driving one of the most desirable supercars in the world? That dream is now a reality with this incredible experience, where you will drive one of five cars and blast around the track. The five cars you can choose from are Ferrari, Aston Martin, Lamborghini, Audi or Porsche, which will you choose.Your experience will be for up to 4 miles of driving and once you have completed your drive you will receive a certificate to impress your friends and family. On arrival at your chosen venue you will be given a briefing on driving techniques and track safety. Then it's your turn to climb aboard, take control of the wheel of your chosen supercar This experience is available on weekdays only. You may choose to book a weekend date for a £25 upgrade fee paid directly to the supplier, subject to availability. Locations: Leicestershire - Loughborough, Staffordshire - Seighford, Warwickshire - Kenilworth, Yorkshire - Elvington.

Enjoy a fun introduction to 4x4 off road driving and conquer the most demanding of terrain. There'll be wheel-churning, axle-grinding mayhem as you tackle steep muddy slopes, gullies and plenty of water and mud! Bounce your way out of trouble over hill climbs and descents as your instructor teaches you to drive off road like an expert. You'll start with a short briefing on safety procedures and driving techniques before off-roading. You will share your experience, as a passenger, with other drivers and take it in turns to drive the vehicle. Location: Staffordshire - Seighford Restriction: Minimum age: 17, Minimum height: 5ft, Maximum height: 6 ft 6 in, Maximum weight: 18 stone, You must hold a full, valid manual driving licence. Your voucher is valid for six months from the date of issue. It is essential that you book and take your experience before this date as vouchers may not be extended beyond the expiration date.

Are you ready for the wackiest day of your life? Come and be chauffeured through country lanes in the Worlds fastest street-legal bed. Thunder round a race track on an 87mph sofa. Tame the Double Decker car, as seen on BBC's Top Gear, and pull up a seat to the Worlds fastest office! This truly is the weirdest and wackiest way to travel!

Your 'Wacky' day will include:

• Introduction and safety briefing,
• 3 laps in the Worlds fastest desk (Jackets and ties will be provided as you head off for a chauffeured trip, in a fully equipped office)
• 3 laps in the Worlds fastest sofa (Take a trip to remember in this iconic leopard-skin print 87mph sofa the machine that started the madness. It has appeared on Top Gear, in a pop video, and now you will have place of honour around the racetrack with your driver),
• Half a mile in the double decker (Get behind the wheel in the Double Decker car. You will either be the driver in the top car controlling the steering, or the driver in the bottom car controlling the pedals (clutch, accelerator, brake),
• 5 miles around the countryside in the Worlds fastest bed (Head out onto public roads for a 5 mile adventure tour, safely tucked up under your duvet. Hot water bottles provided!).
• Finally see how some of the worlds wackiest cars are put through their paces in the movie theatre with time to relax,

Guidelines:

• Maximum weight 20 stone.
• Drivers must be over 16. Under 16's can participate but cannot take part in the Double Decker experience.)
• No experience required but the ability to drive a car is vital.
• You do not need a full driving licence.
• The experience will take place once every 2-3 months from March - December.
• Spectator admission is £10 per adult - £5 per child.

Location: Northamptonshire - Northampton.

Join in with the greatest show in town - the Incredible Auto Circus! Definitely not your run-of-the-mill driving experience, this unique experience will see you take part in six of the funniest and most exciting motor racing events. Your day starts with an introduction and safety briefing, before you're kitted out and head on to six amazing motor experiences: Castor Cars Drift Extreme: The latest craze! These purpose-built drifting cars have castors instead of tyres on the back - cue hysterical fun. The Double Decker Showdown: No, it's not a bus! Two cars are stacked one on top of the other - the top driver controls the steering whilst the bottom driver has the pedals. You may have seen this bonkers race on TV; it's fantastic fun on wheels. The Del Boy Rally: Can you guide the entertainingly wobble-tastic Reliant Robin through our crazy dirt/asphalt course? Reverse Steer Head Exploder: This car won't obey your wishes - but it will have your crying tears of laughter as you struggle to race this beast. The Clown Car of Doom: This is the wackiest car around - can you tame it? Ultimate Race-a-Wreck: The most fun you can have on four wheels? Take a dirt oval and a pro-built British Banger car for complete auto melt-down. Your crazy day will conclude with a presentation of certificates and prizes. Location: Northamptonshire - Brafield on the Green Your voucher is valid for nine months from the date of issue. It is essential that you book and take your experience before this date as vouchers may not be extended beyond the expiration date.This voucher cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.

The Lamborghini is all about stunning looks and the association with the uber rich, not forgetting its awesome power and super fast acceleration speeds! This is a rare opportunity to enjoy the amazing Lamorghini Gallardo. Stunning yet small and agile, this Lamborgini has all-wheel drive, aluminium chassi and a 5 litre 500bhp V10 engine. It epitomises everything that has made Lamboghini so desirable.

Key Features:

• A briefing on safety and driving techniques.
• 3-6 laps driving the Lamboghini Gallardo depending on location.
• A presentation of a certificate as a momento of your experience.

Guidelines:

• Restrictions vary from location but generally drivers shorter than 5'2", taller then 6'4", and/or weighing more then 16 stone may have difficulty be accomodated so please call venue before booking for advise.
• Participants must have a full UK or European driving licence and in some venure must have 1 been driving for more then 1 year. A Slivertone Northamptonshire you must be 21 and driving for 3 years.
• All participants must be in reasonable health.

Locations: Derbyshire, Lancashire, Leicestershire, Northamptonshire, Oxfordshire, Staffordshire, Yorkshire.

Live your racing dreams at Silverstone, home of the British Grand Prix.
Cant make up your mind up on which sensational car to go for? No problem, we offer the Silverstone Race Track Thrill Voucher that allows the lucky recipient to choose for themselves:

• Aston Martin Thrill : Blast the iconic Aston Martin VS Vantage around Silverstone for three sensational laps.
• Ferrari Thrill : Revel in the distinctive engine howl as you unleash the mighty Ferrari V8 around the world famous Silverstone Circuit. Ferrari Modena F1 Cars are fitted with a paddle shift gear box so you really will feel like an F1 Driver as you bang down the gears and throw the car in to corners.
• Lotus Exige S Thrill: A supercharged Lotus Exige S and a race track- what else want?
• Rally Thrill: Prepared by M Sport, the Ford Works Rally Team, the Fiesta ST is the same as the car used in the FST Championship
• Single-Seater Thrill: Hey, is that Lewis Hamilton? - No, its you. Our Formula Silverstone Single-Seaters are the real deal!

Located at Silverstone Circuit, Northampton

Guidelines:

• Minimum age: 18 (Ferrari Thrill — 21 with a full driving licence for at least 3 years)
• Maximum age: 70.
• Height: 5'2" - 6'4" (Except Rally Thrill- 6'7")
• Maximum weight: 16 - 18 stone (Except Rally Thrill- 18 Stone)
• A driving licence must be presented on the day
• Participants must be in good health
• Vouchers are valid for 10 months
• The experiences are available on weekdays only
• For the Aston Martin Thrill and Ferrari Thrill, participants need to be aged 18 and over and have held a full driving licence for at least 1 year.
• The experience content, equipment used and restrictions may vary according to venue.

Enjoy the ride of your life as a professional racing instructor takes you around one of the UK's top racing circuits at break-neck speed.

Experience the rush and exhilaration of circuit driving in a track-prepared performance car, while someone else does all the work!

Feel the power, torque and control of a thoroughbred performance car in the hands of an expert for a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

When you purchase an experience, a gift pack is sent to you or directly to the recipient. A voucher and booking information are included so you or they can check the info and book the experience.

Key features:

• At least two laps of a well known UK racing circuit.
• Seven locations to choose from across England and Wales
• Experience lasts approx one hour
• Available all year round
  

Guidelines:

• Minimum age 12 years — under-18s needs permission of a parent/guardian
  
• Height 4ft 10in — 6ft 4in
  
• Maximum weight 18st
  
• Participants must be in good health
  
• Vouchers are valid for 10 months
  

Location: Derbyshire - Donington, Lancashire - Wigan, Leicestershire - Prestwold Hall, Northamptonshire - Corby, Northamptonshire - Silverstone, Scotland - Duntermline, Wiltshire- Chippenham.

Go Karting is an exhilarating motor racing experience for the whole family. Sitting three inches from the ground, racing against fellow drivers and reaching speeds of up to 40mph, your driving skills and race craft will be tested around the challenging indoor race track. Whether you're a beginner, budding F1 star or a thrill seeker, this fast and furious Indoor Karting experience is the opportunity to see if you've got what it takes. You can leave the games console at home; no reset buttons, no enhanced driving options for your car, just you, the track and your competitors having the four-wheeled time of your life. Top the time sheet and win to prove you have what it takes to be an F1 Indoor Karting star.This voucher is valid for 9 month from the date of issue. It is essential that you book and take you experience before the expiry date as this voucher may not be extended. This voucher cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer and may not be exchanged for another voucher.The experience takes place on selected Sundays to Fridays from January to November. Exclusions include Saturdays, School holidays, Bank Holidays, December, other exclusions may apply. If you wish to make a booking during the exclusion periods it may be subject to a further charge payable to the supplier Locations: Colnbrook in Berkshire, Birmingham in West Midlands, Loughborough in Leicestershire and Gateshead in Tyne & Wear.

Discover the sense of power as you unleash those prancing horses in the quintessential marque of supercars: a Ferrari. To rein the horses in experience first hand Ferrari's undisputed engineering skills with its fluid-dynamic designed body shell and the race inspired adaptive suspension.

Then enjoy a rare opportunity to drive the Lamborghini Gallardo. Stunning yet small and agile, this Lamborghini has all-wheel drive aluminium chassis, 5 litre 500bhp, V10 and paddle-shift transmission. It epitomises everything that has made Lamborghini so desirable. The Lamborghini Gallorado is all about stunning looks and the association with the uber rich not forgetting its awesome power and super fast acceleration speeds.

Now you can experience both these beautiful marques in one exciting experience. Initially you will be taken onto the purpose built track and as a passenger you will be driven by an instructor in a performance training car to familiarise you with the layout. Then it's on to the main event you will drive 4 laps of both the Ferrari and the Lamborghini.

Guidelines:

• Minimum age: 17 - 18 depending on location.(under 18's need parental permission)
• Minimum height: 5'
• Maximum height: 6'4' (6'6" at Staffordshire
• Maximum weight- 16 -18 1/2 depending on location.
• All participants must hold a full valid UK or European driving licence. Licences must be presented on the day and photocopies will not be accepted.
• At Derbeyshire, Lancashire, Northamptonshire, and Oxfordshire licences must have been held for 1 year.

Locations: Derbeyshire - Donnington, Lancashire - Wigan, Leicestershire - Prestwold Hall; Northamptonshire - Corby, Oxfordshire - Chipping Norton, Straffordshire - Seighton.

The Drivers Choice Voucher can be used for any one of superb motor Experiences listed below.

Perfect if you know you want to buy someone an Experience but you can't quite decide which activity they'd prefer. The solution is simple – leave it up to them!

This Virgin Experience Days multi-choice voucher give the person you're buying for the opportunity to choose their own unforgettable day. The voucher will arrive with information detailing the experiences available. You can also include a personal message to go with your multi-choice voucher.

They can choose between:

• Single seater motor racing experience
• Introductory rally driving
• Skid control experience
• Tank driving
• Introductory off road driving

Height and weight restrictions vary, but approximately 5 - 6ft 4 inch. Max weight 16-18 stone. Give someone an experience they'll never forget!

An amazing experience for two people in which you'll each experience two of the most incredible vehicles in the world! You'll both get your turn behind the wheel of two supercars for three miles in each. Which two will you choose?! Get ready for the drive of a lifetime. Choice of two loactions. A briefing on driving techniques and safety is included and each driver will receive a certificate to commemorate the experience. You may each choose two of the following supercars: Ferrari 360 or 355 Lamborghini Gallardo Audi R8 Aston Martin V8 or DB9 Porsche 997 Nissan GTR Locations: Leicestershire - Prestwold Hall, Warwickshire - Kenilworth. Your voucher is valid until 30th August 2013. It is essential that you book and take your experience before this date as vouchers may not be extended beyond the expiration date. This voucher cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.

If you've ever dreamt of driving one of the world's most desirable supercars, now's your chance to make it a reality with this fantastic experience! Get behind the wheel of three different supercars - from a choice of six - and drive each for three miles. There's a choice of four locations and you'll also receive a certificate as a memento and two amazing high speed passenger rides either for yourself or to share with a friend. You may choose three from the following supercars: Ferrari 360 or 355, Lamborghini Gallardo, Audi R8, Aston Martin V8 or DB9, Porsche 997 or Nissan GTR. Locations: Leicestershire - Prestwold Hall, Warwickshire - Kenilworth, Warwickshire - Stratford upon Avon, Yorkshire - Elvington. Your voucher is valid until 31st August 2013. It is essential that you book and take your experience before this date as vouchers may not be extended beyond the expiration date. This voucher cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.

Have you ever wanted to get behind the wheel of a fire engine with the sirens blaring and the lights flashing? Well now you can as this experience is designed for those who don't fancy the exertion of being a fire fighter but still allows you to experience the adrenaline and thrill of driving on blue lights and sirens. The qualified fire service instructors will guide you through the operation of the vehicle, how to drive safely at speed and you'll receive a demonstration of what the vehicle is capable of before you get your hands on the full size fire appliance.On successful completion of training you will be given the keys to your very own fire engine for an individual driving challenge, followed by a team challenge. On arrival you will be asked to sign in before being met by the staff and instructors. It's then time to be issued with your fire kit for the day before being split into two crews and receiving a full briefing on safety and the activities that you will participate in. Next it's time for the action to begin with a full schedule of activities, challenges, games and demonstrations, but most importantly fun is guaranteed. At the end of your experience you will have an opportunity to take photos of you and your crew before being presented with a certificate. Example itinerary of the day: 10:00 - 10:15 Introduction to staff and instructors - 10:15 - 10:30 Kit issue and crew allocation - 10:30 - 11:00 - Safety brief and appliance familiarisation - 11:00 - 11:15 Break11:15 - 12:15 - Instructor drive through followed by training - 12:15 - 13:00 Individual driving challenge - 13:00 - 13:45 Team Challenge - 14:00 - Finish activities and return kit, an opportunity to take photos and certificate presentation. Minimum Age: 18. Location: Staffordshire.

The sideways style of Drifting is like no other form of modern motorsport and requires precise speed and control but the excitement of perfecting the technique is exhilarating. This driving skill has taken the UK by storm over the last few years, interest fuelled by the recent block buster movie. The Fast and Furious: Tokyo Drift and is also heavily featured in both the Top Gear and 5th Gear TV programmes, no supercar road test is complete without a tyre burning drift session on the test track, so why not learn how to do it too? On arrival at the venue you will be asked to sign in and your experience begins with a briefing. The briefing will be on safety and drifting techniques before your instructor will be on hand to familiarise you with the car. Throughout your driving session you will experience the exhilaration and satisfaction of being able to handle the car in a completely different style, with the help of instructor demonstrations throughout the session. By the end of your experience you will have mastered some of the correct techniques required to perform basic drifting moves. Your experience will conclude with a certificate of your experience. The activity will run on selected weekend dates throughout the year - Allow up to 1 hours for your visit with 20 minutes actual driving time - The experience content, equipment used and restrictions may vary. Please check with the venue when booking. Minimum age: 18. Location: Corby, Northamptonshire.

Donington Supercar Thrill Plus 2 Tickets to the Grand Prix Collection A fantastic day which combines the thrills of supercar driving with a visit to the Donington Grand Prix Collection - the largest showcase of Grand Prix racing cars in the world. Get your heart beating with a six mile driving thrill with a choice of one of six iconic cars - Ferrari, Aston Martin, Single Seater, Ariel Atom, Audi R8 or Porsche, then enjoy the Grand Prix Collection at your leisure and discover over 130 exhibits of motorsport history. Location: Derbyshire - Donington Park. Your vouchers are valid for six months from the date of issue. Kindly note that you must have booked and taken your experience before your expiry date as vouchers may not be extended beyond their expiry. This voucher cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.

Get behind the wheel of not one but two amazing supercars with this driving blast experience. With five cars to choose from including the Lamborghini, Ferrari, Aston Martin, Audi R8 and Porsche and a choice of one of six venues across the UK you are guaranteed to enjoy the drive of your life. On arrival you will be given a briefing on driving techniques and safety. Then it's your turn to take the wheel of your first chosen supercar. Enjoy 2 miles in each supercar before being presented with a certificate to impress your friends and family. Choose to drive two of the following supercars: Ferrari 360 or 355A , Lamborghini Gallardo, Audi R8, Aston Martin V8 or DB9A , Porsche (Please note - the model of car may vary depending on availability). This voucher entitles you to take your experience on a mid-week date (Monday - Thursday) at Loughborough, Kenilworth, York and Long Marston, but if you would like to take part at the weekend at any venue, then a weekend supplement of £25 is payable at the time of booking. Please allow approximately 2 hours for the whole experience depending on the numbers on the day. Please note - to drive at Lydden Hill and Llandow a £25 upgrade fee is payable at the time of booking as the venue only operates on a weekend. Locations: Elvington - North Yorkshire, Llandow Circuit - Wales, Loughborough - Leicestershire, Lydden Hill - Kent, Kenilworth - Warwickshire, Stratford Upon Avon - Warwickshire.