Want to drive a race car? This is how it works:

There are four types of experience:

Single Drive:
1x 20 minute driving session.

Half Day:
3x 20 minute Sessions. Can be shared with friends.

Full Day:
Unlimited driving 9-5pm. 5 customers share a car.

Exclusive Hire:
Full day, but you don’t share the car with anyone.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Not at all. Our coaches will guide you at every step. We welcome both first-timers and seasoned drivers.

    You just need a drivers license, which you’ll need to present on the day.

  • We never book more than five drivers per car for the day. That means more time at the wheel, more stints on track, and a fuller experience for you.

    Our focus is on giving you the most, not the least.

    If you’re booking as a private group and want to bring more friends along, we can arrange more than five drivers per car on request.

  • You’ll have access to food and refreshments throughout the day, as well as a private paddock area to relax between stints. It’s premium, stripped back from our trademark ultra-luxury offering available at a higher price, but still contains everything you need for an unforgettable day.

  • In most cases, the event goes ahead as normal. Your pit crew will swap the car to wet tyres, adjust the suspension setup for the conditions, and get you back out on track. Driving in the wet is part of the authentic motorsport experience, and our instructors will coach you accordingly.

    However, in severe weather we reserve the right to pause driving, reschedule, or cancel the event: Some of the cars we operate - such as the Radical - cannot be safely operated in heavy rain.

    As long as it’s safe, we run in the wet.

  • Yes, spectators are welcome to join you at the circuit.

    Viewing access varies by venue, but most tracks allow guests to watch from pit lane or grandstands.

    Your guest are welcome to enjoy all of the perks of our hospitality, too.

    Under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult at all times, and are not permitted into the pit lane itself (but they are allowed in the pit lane garage and in the viewing areas).

  • You are liable for all costs associated with damage without limit, unless you purchase a damage waiver.

    Damage waivers are optional, and cap your liability for damages to the excess on the cars insurance policy (this varies by car, typically from £1,000 to £3,500).

    In some cases we may require you to provide a deposit equal to the excess, which will be refunded when the event concludes and the car is undamaged.

  • Yes. Use the enquiry form on this page, and we’ll arrange a private car for you and your friends.

    With Merrills Motorsport, you can hire the whole fleet privately for group bookings.

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