• Simulator Race Experience
  • Simulator Race Experience
  • Simulator Race Experience
  • Simulator Race Experience
  • Simulator Race Experience
  • Simulator Race Experience
  • Simulator Race Experience
  • Simulator Race Experience
  • Simulator Race Experience
  • Simulator Race Experience
  • Simulator Race Experience
  • Simulator Race Experience
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Simulator Race Experience

13 reviews

£49

In a nutshell

  • Virtual race against others
  • Medal awarded to top 3 drivers
  • Practice session included
Product code: LGRP

Overview

Prepare to experience what it’s like to be a professional racing driver in this Simulator Race Experience. At Chandler’s Ford or Halifax, you’ll compete against other drivers in an adrenaline-fuelled race to the finish line.

Starting off in a lower-powered race car, you’ll get to grips with the controls as you qualify for your place on the grid.
Then the fun really begins as you speed round the circuit, wheel to wheel with the other competitors. Once you’ve mastered the race car, you’ll begin moving up the power tiers, battling it out for the all-important podium places. Medals will be awarded to the top three drivers of what will be an exciting and memorable race event

On arrival at the centre, you will need to register before receiving a driver’s briefing, which includes an introduction to the controls on the simulator, and details on how the event will be run. You will then be unleashed onto the circuit for a 20-minute practice/qualifying session. You’ll use this time to learn how to handle the car and get to grips with the best lines in and out of the corners, before getting in that all-important fast lap to determine your position on the grid.

You'll then take part in a series of race heats against your fellow competitors. With all drivers ready, you will find yourself on the starting grid waiting for the start light procedure to commence. With the engine revs rising all around you, you will need to time your start to perfection as the lights turn green. Points will be awarded and preparations made for the next race.

Key features

  • When can I go?

    This experience place on selected dates, throughout the year.

  • How long will my experience last?

    You will spend approximately three hours at the venue.

  • How many people is this experience for?

    There will be a maximum of 9 other drivers booked in to the experience.

  • Can I bring family and friends?

    All spectators are very welcome, optional upgrade to 4K VR are available at some venues - Please enquire when booking.

  • What else do I need to know?

    • Under 16s need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

    • There are no weight or age limits, but under 16s need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

    • You do not require any qualifications to take part in this experience.

    • This is for a voucher entitling the holder to any of the activities supplied by Activity Superstore up to the value stated.

  • How will I receive my gift experience voucher?

    On the basket page, you can select from the following delivery options:

    • eVoucher: within 15 minutes ( Free ) 
    • eVoucher: direct to recipient on a specific date ( Free ) 
    • Royal Mail 1st class: 3-5 working days ( £2.99 ) 
    • Special Delivery: Next Day when ordered before 2pm Monday to Friday ( £7.99 ) 

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Reviews

  • Overall
    4.6
  • Enjoyment
    4.7
  • Quality of Venue
    4.5
  • Service
    4.6

1 - 10 of 13 Reviews

  • Great gift, fab fun

    Tasha2607 - verified purchaser

    Yes I recommend this product

    11/22/2019

    Gift for my husband who loved it and cant wait to go again

    When did your experience take place? September

    What was the name of the venue where your experience took place? Southampton

  • Lomie - verified purchaser

    Yes I recommend this product

    12/15/2018

    When did your experience take place? 25/11/18

    What was the name of the venue where your experience took place? Halifax

  • Amazing experience

    D1bigman - verified purchaser

    Yes I recommend this product

    6/17/2018

    I had this as a present. From the start to the end, it was amazing day. Would definitely go again.

    When did your experience take place? Nurburgring

    What was the name of the venue where your experience took place? Southampton

  • Excellent racing experience.....but not easy!

    Topcat33 - verified purchaser

    Yes I recommend this product

    6/17/2018

    Used an Experience voucher for a 3 hour "Open Racing event" on the Monza circuit. Good fun and needs a lot of concentration! There were 16 people booked in (and 10 screens and race-'pods'/cockpits) so we were split into 2 groups of 8 for practise and qualifying. This was a 20 minute session, where we found out that Formula Ford cars are decidedly "skittish" - think Bambi on ice at times! After everyone had had a qualifying session, it was then into the races themselves. We had 4 roughly 12-minute races, so 2 races each, which didn't finish when the winner crossed the line, but when the last or penultimate driver did - so if you're good enough to win, you can continue racing looking to improve your line/times! Then it was a step up to the "big beasts", a 2007 F1 Sauber with 7 gears and 740-odd horsepower! Felt more under control with these - unless you got on the power too early and then it was insta-spin! Again there were 4 races - 2 each - of similar duration to the above, before the final standings were announced and the top 3 received their trophies atop the podium - but without the traditional Champagne-spraying!! All told, in a 3 hour session I was probably in the race-seat for about 70-80 minutes, and driving/racing for about 60 minutes in total. So although there's some waiting around if you're not racing, it never seems to be for too long and it's fascinating watching other players show how to do it - or not! The staff were knowledgeable and enthusiastic - especially when I asked for help getting around the 2 Lesmo corners - at which I seemed to spend more time in the gravel traps than on tarmac!!! And as far as I can tell, after qualifying the racers are generally split up into the better drivers and the less able, so people are competing against those of a similar standard. I had a very enjoyable 3 hours and when you look at it, it equates to £12 per hour which I think is pretty reasonable in this day and age. Even more so when I consider that the voucher (a gift) was originally for a "Helicopter Blast" experience which would have lasted a whole 5 minutes - and that's not a typo! If you're competitive, or just want to have a go.... go for it, you'll enjoy it!

    When did your experience take place? May 2018

    What was the name of the venue where your experience took place? The Race Centre, Eastleigh.

  • Brilliant!

    holly24 - verified purchaser

    Yes I recommend this product

    3/28/2018

    Bought this as a gift for my F1 mad husband and he absolutely loved it. He came first in the race and won a trophy too which was unexpected and a nice acknowledgement - would definitely recommend!

    When did your experience take place? February 18

    What was the name of the venue where your experience took place? Halifax

  • Great day out

    Cheed123 - verified purchaser

    Yes I recommend this product

    12/10/2017

    I was baught this for a present and i am so glad i was.I really enjoyed the day.The staff at the venue were of the highest quality the service was exceptional.

    When did your experience take place? November

    What was the name of the venue where your experience took place? The race centre Halifax

  • F1 GRAND PRIX

    jeff VYSE - verified purchaser

    Yes I recommend this product

    11/13/2017

    4 of us went and can not stop talking about it. Looking to do it again

    When did your experience take place? 3 WEEKS AGO

    What was the name of the venue where your experience took place? HALIFAX WEST YORKS

  • great gift

    woodward5207 - verified purchaser

    Yes I recommend this product

    11/13/2017

    I bought this for my partner last Christmas and he finally got round to using it last month, and I must admit what a great gift it was. The whole experience lasted for around 3 hours, well worth the money. all racers young and old seemed to have fun. would definitely buy again.

    When did your experience take place? October 29th 2017

    What was the name of the venue where your experience took place? halifax race centre

  • Great day

    Ash1 - verified purchaser

    Yes I recommend this product

    7/6/2017

    I went to the F1 experience with my brother as a Christmas present and had an ace time. For a simulator, I was surprised at how realistic things were. The whole day was well organised and the guys who ran it were super helpful and approachable. Highly recommended!!

    When did your experience take place? 4th June 2017

    What was the name of the venue where your experience took place? The Race Centre, Southampton

  • Superb afternoon!

    LadyP737 - verified purchaser

    Yes I recommend this product

    7/5/2017

    Bought this for Christmas for my husband and F1 mad 14 year old. They both absolutely loved it, competing with others for a place in the top 3 was great. They enjoyed the cars/screens and they had alot of good driving time, well worth the money. As a spectator i also enjoyed it, time flew by. a great afternoon out, and a great present - will definitely be booking again!

    When did your experience take place? May 21st 2017

    What was the name of the venue where your experience took place? Activity Superstore

Simulator Race Experience

£49
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