I was wondering if any of you guys would be interested in doing one of the night drives that LRE are running at Eastnor.

One is planned for Jan 23 and another on Feb 20.

In D4's though, not Rangies (well, you can't have everything...)

just confirm where it is thanks

and any exras 02 Range Rover HSE Zambezie silver 4.4

Errr,

It is at Land Rover Experience (LRE) Eastnor, I can emails the details etc.

Any extras??

You'll need suitable clothing and footwear, torches .....

Sounds good - How much?

Feb sounds better for me as my Mrs is due to give birth on 22nd Jan  '09 Freelander 2 TD4 HSE Auto for the Mrs

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Searching for a nice E63 AMG or S8 V10 to replace my "wonky" TDV8

Hey Doc, not meaning to 'threadjack' but congratulations! All the finest people are born around that time...

Cool

You coming off roading or what? '09 Freelander 2 TD4 HSE Auto for the Mrs

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I'd love to but stuck in Dublin both dates. Have to console myself with several pints of iron suplement

Price is £225, arrival at Eastnor for 3:30pm, due to finish around 9:30pm, food provided.

I'm well up for it - who else?

Shall we have a poll? '09 Freelander 2 TD4 HSE Auto for the Mrs

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Searching for a nice E63 AMG or S8 V10 to replace my "wonky" TDV8

Yeah,

I did think about doing this as a poll but I was expecting that people would want more info first..

I can't see a way of attaching the word doc. to the post in the forum...?? Martin??

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Last edited by The doc on 17th Jan 2010 10:15pm. Edited 1 time in total

Pretty much, I have a four page word document.....

Event details: Night Drive
You’re handed the keys to the latest high-spec Discovery 4. It’s your turn to take the wheel. Now, usually you wouldn’t mind, but there’s one slight problem. It’s pitch black. Ahead of you is 5,000 acres of undulating countryside with 25 miles of track designed to challenge even the most competitive of drivers. The world is silent except for the drumming of your heartbeat. You’re nervous. Until you switch on the high-powered Hella roof lights. Suddenly, nature’s under a spotlight as you wade through water. Crawl through mud. And clamber up hills. Cutting through the night with ease.

Then it’s back to base to warm the cockles with some tasty expedition food and a steaming brew.

PROGRAMME

15.30 Arrival at The Bothy for refreshments and registration
15.45 Guests will receive a short safety briefing and will be asked to complete a liability form.
16.00 Guests are shown to vehicles and commence off road drive. A coffee hamper will be taken out with the convoy to have en route
18.30 A hearty dinner is served at the Bothy
19.00 Head back out on the tracks
21.30 We aim to bring the convoy back to the Bothy for guest to have a cup of something hot before departure

General information:

• Hot dinner and beverages available when at the centre
• Vehicles: Discovery 4, subject to availability.
• Convoy Style drive event, driver changes every 20-30 minutes
OFF-ROAD EXPERIENCE DAY FAQ
Conditions
• You are 19 years & over
• You have held a full driving license for a minimum of 2 years
• You have not been convicted of any offence involving dangerous driving
• You do not know of any circumstances which would disqualify you from driving
• You are not currently suffering from any physical and, or, mental condition which would restrict or impair your alertness or driving ability.

What time should I arrive?
Please arrive at the centre at 15.30 for refreshments and an introductory briefing.

What time will I leave?
We will get back to the Land Rover Experience building at approximately 21.30 No-one will encourage you to leave; you may depart at your leisure.

How much driving time do I get?
The driving elements of the evening are run in convoy style with three drivers in each vehicle. Every 20/25 minutes the drivers will be rotated from driver to passenger. Total time on the track will be approximately 5 hours and hands-on driving time should be approximately 1hr 30mins per person.

Are novices catered for?
The off-road Experience suits all skill levels. Even the most apprehensive will soon master the techniques but the more experience will still be challenged to show their mastery and to get it right first time. A land Rover Experience Instructor is in the vehicle at all times for safety and tuition if required.

What about my medication?
Please bring any medication you require with you and keep it on your person all evening, at any one time you may be as far away as 30/45 minutes from the LRE centre and your personal vehicle. All Instructors are trained to an Appointed Persons First Aid level. You will be asked to sign a disclaimer prior to leaving the centre where you are asked to confirm that you are not currently suffering from any physical and, or, mental condition which would restrict or impair your alertness or driving ability.

What about my personal belongings?
Please take any personal belongings with you, and as you will be changing vehicles through out the evening we request you keep these with you at all times. We do not recommend you leave valuables in your vehicles back to the centre. Reception may hold small items for you left at your own risk.

Is food provided?
Refreshment drinks will be provided at all times when at the Experience building. We will provide tea, coffee on arrival, a hot dinner and tea and coffee refreshments on your return. If you have any dietary requirements please call us prior to the event.

What should I wear?
The off-road tracks can be muddy and slippery so please bring suitable outdoor footwear (comfortable to drive in) and outdoor clothing. You will have to exit the vehicle at certain points during the evening to change drivers, but you will be in the vehicles mostly. Torches will be provided in each vehicle for driver changes and the vehicles are fitted with high powered Hella Lamps for better visibility.

Can I bring spectators and children?
Unfortunately, due to the nature of the tracks, the vast area covered and limited space in the vehicles, spectator facilities are not available. Adult spectators and children aged over 12 and 1.5m tall paying the full participation fee will be welcomed as passengers.

Do you cater for disabled persons?
For a copy of our policy on The Carriage of disabled persons whilst conducting LRE demonstration activities, please contact the centre.

How do I get there?
Directions are below and you can look on the Land Rover Experience Web site for more information. www.landrover.com/experience
Post code for Satellite Navigation is: HR8 1RL

DIRECTIONS FROM M5 JUNCTION 8:

• Leave M5 at Junction 8 and join M50.
• Leave M50 at Junction 2 and take A417 toward LEDBURY.
• At Ledbury ring road roundabout take second exit, i.e. straight ahead.
• At town centre traffic signals, turn RIGHT on A449 toward MALVERN.
• Stay on A449 for approximately 1½ miles before turning RIGHT onto A438 toward EASTNOR and TEWKESBURY.
• At Eastnor Village there is a sharp left bend and the Castle gates are ahead.
• DO NOT ENTER GATES. Turn RIGHT in to Clenchers Mill Lane.
• Follow this road, keeping to the left, and enter the first set of gates on the LEFT.
• The Land Rover Experience building is situated in the far right corner of the car park.

Anyone else up for this? '09 Freelander 2 TD4 HSE Auto for the Mrs

Using the works Fiesta 1.6 TDCI Sport Van - CHROME FREE THOUGH

Searching for a nice E63 AMG or S8 V10 to replace my "wonky" TDV8

Bump.

I'm booking the 20th on Monday '09 Freelander 2 TD4 HSE Auto for the Mrs

Using the works Fiesta 1.6 TDCI Sport Van - CHROME FREE THOUGH

Searching for a nice E63 AMG or S8 V10 to replace my "wonky" TDV8