• Tank Driving Taster
  • Tank Driving Taster
  • Tank Driving Taster
  • Tank Driving Taster
  • Tank Driving Taster
  • Tank Driving Taster
  • Tank Driving Taster
  • Tank Driving Taster
  • Tank Driving Taster
  • Tank Driving Taster
  • Tank Driving Taster
  • Tank Driving Taster
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Tank Driving Taster

16 reviews

£149

In a nutshell

  • Drive a tank + be a passenger
  • Free entry to on-site museum
  • Available April to October
Product code: XTDT

Overview

Take a step back to the days of wartime Britain with this tank driving gift experience, where you’ll take the controls of this 15 tonne military vehicle for 2 thrilling laps around a former WWII bombing range. It’s a perfect introduction to the world of tank driving, as well as experiencing a spot of history.

You’ll be in a tank with 2 others, taking it in turns to drive around the track. When it’s time for you to put your pedal to the metal, you’ll start driving with the hatch open, but not long after the hatch will be closed. You’ll only have the periscope to look through, giving you an insight into what life is really like on the battle field.

Whilst you’re not driving, sit back in the turret seat of the tank and enjoy the thrill of being passenger on this exciting ride, as well as the surrounding views of the stunning Leicestershire countryside.

You’re also welcome to explore the on-site museum for free, home to an array of fascinating military vehicles, from the likes of a 1947 Bell 47G helicopter to a 1940s M4 105 Sherman, along with tanks featured in famous films such as Saving Private Ryan.

A brief on the vehicle will be provided to prepare you for the tank-filled fun that you’re sure to have. Then it’s time to hop on the tank and tackle the tough terrain for 2 laps. A uniform and helmet will be provided so you’ll be fully kitted out for your experience.

Key features

  • When can I go?

    This experience is available on Wednesdays, from April to October. Sundays are available for a supplement fee.

  • How long will my experience last?

    Your experience will last approximately 1 hour.

  • How many people is this experience for?

    This experience is for one person, there will be three people per tank.

  • Can I bring family and friends?

    You are welcome to bring spectators to watch for a fee.

  • What else do I need to know?

    • The minimum age is 16 years old.

    • The maximum height for participants is 1.93m (6ft 4"). The maximum weight is 139kg (22st). Please note that accessing the vehicles involves climbing into tight spaces.

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

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

  • We can’t control the weather!

    This activity is dependent on appropriate weather conditions.

  • 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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Jacki from Contracting

Armourgeddon Ltd, Nr Lutterworth, Leicestershire

Jacki from Contracting, September 2023

What did your experience entail?
The location was very easy to find and well signposted on route, there was also a tank strategically located at the top of the drive which led to the venue. I parked close to the archery range and changed into old trainers before heading over to the reception. I was slightly early so had a wander around the museum and grabbed a coffee while waiting for my experience to start at 12.00.
Mick our instructor introduced himself and the other two people in the group, before fitting me with a safety helmet and briefing us on how the experience would run and how to safely move around the tank. Mick was great, his humour mixed with his knowledge and enthusiasm was perfect.
I drove the tank for two consecutive laps, for the first lap my head was out of the top providing good visibility, familiarising myself with the leavers and manoeuvring the machine, for the second lap with the hatch lid down, which is where it gets fun! My view was now restricted to only being able to see via a letterbox size window whilst receiving instructions from Mick via a head-set.
After being in the driving seat for two laps which was great fun, we all moved one seat, anticlockwise this provided each of us with new position / role within the tank for a total of six laps. I can honestly say being a passenger was almost as much fun as driving.
What did you enjoy the most?
There had been a couple of days of rain prior to my experience so the course was muddy with some large, water filled potholes. It was great fun driving through these knowing that the machine would just breeze through.

What did your experience entail?
The location was very easy to find and well signposted on route, there was also a tank strategically located at the top of the drive which led to the venue. read more
I parked close to the archery range and changed into old trainers before heading over to the reception. I was slightly early so had a wander around the museum and grabbed a coffee while waiting for my experience to start at 12.00.
Mick our instructor introduced himself and the other two people in the group, before fitting me with a safety helmet and briefing us on how the experience would run and how to safely move around the tank. Mick was great, his humour mixed with his knowledge and enthusiasm was perfect.
I drove the tank for two consecutive laps, for the first lap my head was out of the top providing good visibility, familiarising myself with the leavers and manoeuvring the machine, for the second lap with the hatch lid down, which is where it gets fun! My view was now restricted to only being able to see via a letterbox size window whilst receiving instructions from Mick via a head-set.
After being in the driving seat for two laps which was great fun, we all moved one seat, anticlockwise this provided each of us with new position / role within the tank for a total of six laps. I can honestly say being a passenger was almost as much fun as driving.
What did you enjoy the most?
There had been a couple of days of rain prior to my experience so the course was muddy with some large, water filled potholes. It was great fun driving through these knowing that the machine would just breeze through.
Top Tip

1. Be the third person in the driving seat if you want to reverse park a tank!

1. Be the third person in the driving seat if you want to reverse park a tank!

Reviews

  • Overall
    4.9
  • Enjoyment
    4.9
  • Quality of Venue
    4.7
  • Service
    4.8

1 - 10 of 16 Reviews

  • Tank taster

    Deano70 - verified purchaser

    Yes I recommend this product

    10/2/2020

    My wife brought me this as a 50th birthday present and only driving experience I could do without a licence. Great experience with great instructor and easy to get hang of. 2 laps in driving seat on with hatch open and other with hatch closed then 2 laps as gunner, great photos of the laps but did cost £25 but that's optional and great museum at end with tanks and other military vehicles.

    When did your experience take place? September

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

  • A really fun day

    DanH - verified purchaser

    Yes I recommend this product

    11/27/2019

    A really fun day out. I had a great instructor and more importantly there wasn't anything to crash the tank into for miles.

    When did your experience take place? 20/10/19

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

  • Fantastic day

    Richardp - verified purchaser

    Yes I recommend this product

    11/22/2019

    Was brought the tank driving experiance as a gift, and what a wonderful gift it was. The day was the best ever and the staff were so friendly. I would highly recommend this experiance to anyone.

    When did your experience take place? 6th october

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

  • A great day out!

    AOK007 - verified purchaser

    Yes I recommend this product

    8/24/2017

    It was a gift for my birthday and choosing the tank driving taster was a great choice. It was the opportunity to drive something that didn't require a steering wheel. My dad was able to come along for the ride and we were able to look around their museum afterwards. There was an extra cost for him to do so but it was reasonable and well worth it.

    When did your experience take place? 16th of July

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

  • my own world of tanks

    whydoineedthis - verified purchaser

    Yes I recommend this product

    7/15/2017

    this was bought for me by my two adult children as a christmas present and while i have not looked up how much it was i believe it was well worth it. I would go back for the full day. the only down side was although i was told i could bring people to watch i was told on arrival each person would be charged £5 and although i was told it was in the email i have looked over all them all and can not find it . this could have added a £20 or more cost but it was waved as i never recieved one from the company itself. All in all it was a great time spend driving / being passenger in the tank. get there early as the place gets very busy and looks to be a great day if there all day

    When did your experience take place? june

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

  • Den 007 - verified purchaser

    Yes I recommend this product

    7/10/2017

    My wife bought me it for Christmas last year 2016.

    When did your experience take place? June 2017

    What was the name of the venue where your experience took place? Tank driving taster

  • Great Experience

    RovingMike - verified purchaser

    Yes I recommend this product

    6/25/2017

    Just what we hoped for. It was excellent. Sadly they ran out of decent uniforms and I got a really manky one, which detracted a bit from the photos, but the tanks and driving were great.

    When did your experience take place? May 2017

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

  • Tank experience AMAZING

    Mrs f - verified purchaser

    Yes I recommend this product

    6/8/2017

    This was a christmas gift from my husband, and i must say its the best present i have ever had, driving the tank was AMAZING, the instructor was incredable, i would recommend to anyone, cant wait to go back

    When did your experience take place? May 7th 2017

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

  • Why?

    Why? - verified purchaser

    Yes I recommend this product

    4/5/2022

    Very good.

    When did your experience take place? 24 Oct 2021

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

  • What a thrill!

    alison - verified purchaser

    Yes I recommend this product

    8/31/2022

    This was a brilliant experience. It was good value for money as it took an hour to do the circuits and swap around with other participants. Mike, our guide, was lovely. I have recommended this to loads of people and will probably do it again.

    When did your experience take place? 14 Aug 2022

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

Tank Driving Taster

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