Military Activities Experience
Ref: TZATR
Duration: 4 hrs
- Drive three classic military vehicles including an Abbott Gun tank
- Shoot classic weapons like mortars and muskets
- Best driver of the day crushes a car with a Chieftain tank
- Great for spectators - and you get to keep the camo suit!
You've got to hand it the army - they've definitely got the best wheels. For sheer power and huge amounts of fun, you can't beat driving around in military vehicles and shooting at stuff. You'll be kitted out in a camouflage suit and helmet and given a full safety briefing. During the course of the experience you'll drive a 17 ton Abbott gun tank, an FV 432 armored personnel carrier and an amphibious Hagglund tracked carrier round a tough terrain track. You'll also learn how to load and fire mortars and muskets (mind your eyebrows!) and watch weapons demonstrations. At the end of the session, the best driver will get to crush a car with a 56 ton Chieftain tank! And you even get to keep your camo suit.
Location: Brackley, Northamptonshire
More Information:
Participant Guidelines: Minimum height is 1.57 meters. You'll need to be reasonably fit to take part. You don't need a driving license.
Weather: The weather shouldn't stop this experience going ahead, but any cancellations are for your own safety. In the event of a cancellation, you can choose from the alternate experiences provided by red.
Duration: Your experience will last for about four hours, from 9am to 1pm or from 2pm to 6pm, including around 15 minutes driving time.
Spectators: Additional charges will be applied for spectators (payable on the day) includes a ride on some of the vehicles. Under 7s go free. You must let us know spectator numbers in advance. Facilities are basic but spectators will be able to watch most of the action.
Dress Code: A camo suit and helmet will be provided, so there's no need to wear anything special. Bring rubber boots and gloves (spectators too) - everyone usually gets pretty muddy!
Availability: At least one Saturday a month from March to October.