What Can I Expect

Looking for an authentic rally driving experience in Scotland? You’ve come to the right place. These half-day rallying sessions in MkII Escorts and/or Imprezas are on genuine loose gravel trails in the pine forests of Dumfries & Galloway.

All the rally instructors are current motorsport competitors who are passionate about their rallying, so you learn from the very best, in (what are now rare) race-spec Subaru and Ford cars maintained by a renowned motor sport outfit.

These half-day rally courses all start with a short driver briefing and end with the chance to race against the clock on a timed lap. What happens in between entirely depends on which voucher you choose!

No previous experience is necessary. You'll be taught how to execute pendulums and handbrake turns, the essential moves to get you round the loose gravel faster. Training is done in-car, so you get maximum driving time and instructors will take their lead from what you want to do.  Experience driving an authentic stage at a breath-taking venue.

This impressive Dumfries circuit is truly typical of a competition forest rally stage. It boasts trees, hills, hairpins and even great views of the Scottish countryside.

A little insider tip for you. Take careful note of the group sizes here. You will either be in a pair on the Gold experience, or going full VIP on a one-to-one exclusive Platinum experience. Much better stats than many other rally schools out there.

Buy your voucher now for the most authentic half-day rally driving experiences in Scotland - you will not be disappointed.

When Is It Available

• Selected Saturdays and Sundays between March and October
• Experiences generally run from 09:00-12:00 or 12:30-15:30
• Specific timing details are provided close to your course date (working around the forest and the lighting during different times of the year)
• Drivers must arrive at least fifteen minutes prior to the course

Suitable For

• There is no minimum age but participants must have basic driving skills such as clutch control, be able to change gear without looking down and be physically able
• Height restrictions: minumum 4ft 10ins, maximum 6ft 4ins
• Recommended  maximum waist size 42ins (please enquire if outside of these restrictions)
• Flat/narrow fitting thin soled shoes are ideal such as a sports trainer, to allow for a good 'pedal feel'
• High heels, platforms or large fashion trainers etc are not suitable and should not be worn
• Suitable outdoor clothing should be worn, especially in winter months as the forest is exposed and conditions can change during the day
• Due to the remote location and outdoor forest setting, there are no specific disabled facilities
• Limited mobility is accommodated where possible but please enquire if you have specific requirements

Spectators

• A maximum of 2 spectators are permitted
• Due to the nature of this activity viewing is limited but there are a few places you can see the experience
• Please dress appropriate to the weather conditions on the day
• The venue is not designed to accommodate children, please enquire for further information on suitability and limitations

Anything Else

• There is an authentic service area to keep dry and toilet facilities
• Pets are not permitted on site