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February
5-7 5th Meeting Land Algarve
Silves, Portugal. Camping, workshops, exhibition, driving. Xeibiand.com 00351 962583514
6 LRO Adventure Club Winch and Recovery Course
Corby area, Northamptonshire. 10am-4pm. Learn the skills required to enable you to recover and use your winch off-road safely and proficiently. One-day course, using your own Land Rover. £55 per vehicle. Pre-booking required. Vehicles/equipment on hand to try out.lroac.com, 01858 535552
6/7 The LRO Go Beyond Winch Challenge
A 2 day winch challenge event around the Corby and Stamford area. Suitable for both novices and experts, with varied terrain, special tasks and lots of mud. Teams consist of one vehicle and two people. £150 per team. Trophies awarded
7 Piccadilly Wood Pay and Play Day
Colwood Lane, Bolney, West Sussex RH17 5QQ (just off A23). 40 acres of challenging terrain. £25 per vehicle.10am-4pm. Free tractor rescue, tea bar. piccadillywood4x4.co.uk, 01444 461690>/p>
7 Muddy Bottom 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Blackwater Lane, Minstead, New Forest. The site comprises all aspects of off-roading, set in woodland. Toilet, catering van. To join Muddy Bottom costs £15 per year, plus £25 per vehicle per day. muddybottom4x4.com, 07925 225065, OS grid ref SU 285115
7 Buildwas Leisure 4x4 Pay ’n’ Play Fun Day
Buildwas Leisure 4x4 Off Road Centre, Marnwood, Buildwas Road, Ironbridge, Shropshire TF8 7BJ. buildwasleisure.co.uk, 07831 398763 OS grid ref SJ 017647
7 Minety 4x4 Club
Minety, Malmesbury, Wiltshire SN16 9RP. Off B4040. 10am-4pm. £25 per vehicle, £5 annual membership, £5 additional drivers. Catering, toilets and road-legal wash on site. minety4x4.co.uk, 01666 860938, OS grid ref SU 013893
7 Bala Off Road Driving Day
Bala, north Wales. £30 per day, £20 afternoon only. Entrance on B4401. balaoffroad.co.uk, 07850 800709, OS grid ref SH 964364
7 Devil’s Pit Experience Open Day
Barton-Le-Clay, Nr Luton, Bedfordshire. 60 acres with three courses from gentle slopes to sheer drops. devilspit.co.uk, 01582 883349, OS grid ref TL 078297
13/14 LRO Adventure Club Wiltshire Safari
Green lane adventure weekend around Wiltshire, starting near Marlborough and ending on Salisbury Plain. £100 per vehicle. Maximum of five vehicles.lroac.com, 01858 535552
14 Hill ’n’ Ditch 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Mouldsworth quarry, Mouldsworth, Cheshire (B5393)13 acres sandstone quarry - water, steep ascents and descents, rocks. Snack bar, toilets. £30. 10am-4pm. hillnditch4x4.co.uk, 0797 1326502, OS grid ref SJ 514709
14 Landcraft 4x4 Adventure Drive
Through stunning scenery with spectacular views along forest tracks and hillsides, all on private land, available only to Landcraft near Bala, north Wales. £45 per vehicle. landcraft4x4.co.uk, 01678 520820
14 Core Chichester Off Roading Experience
Nr Chichester, just off the A27. All vehicles welcome. Catering and toilets on site. £20. 10-4pm. core4x4.co.uk, 07973 482990 OS Grid ref SU 786081
14 Boxgrove 4x4 Morgan
Tinwood Lane, Boxgrove, Near Chichester, West Sussex. 80 acres of mud, gravel tracks, woodland. Catering and toilets. £26 per vehicle. 4x4driving.co.uk, 01903 812195 evenings, OS grid ref SU 926077
14 Compton Bassett 4x4 Pay ’n' Play Day
Freeth Farm, Compton Bassett, Nr Calne, Wiltshire SN11 8RD. 280 acres of woodland, mud runs, water runs, play areas and rough terrain. Catering and toilets. £20 per vehicle per day. comptonbassett4x4.webs.com, 07790 742562 OS grid ref SU 023725
14 Harbour Hill Off-Road Driving Day Berkshire. £30 (non-members), £20 (members). Marshalling, toilets, wheel wash and catering on site. 4x4-withoutaclub.co.uk, 07887 533168, OS grid ref SU 592639
14 LRO Adventure Club Yarwell Quarry Driving Day
Drive the site used for the Peterborough LRO show, Yarwell quarry has something for everyone. This huge site is fantastic fun for novice to expert and for all types of vehicles. £25 per vehicle. (No subscriber discount).lroac.com, 01858 535552
20 LRO Adventure Club Driver Training day
Rockingham, near Corby, Northamptonshire. Learn the skills required to drive off-road safely in your own vehicle. £50 per vehicle (£65 for 2 drivers) pre-booking required. 10am – 4pm.The driver training days are designed to provide a low-cost introductory course to off-road driving techniques. Using your own vehicle, throughout the day you will be shown how to deal with failed hill climbs, learn about momentum and wading techniques, try steep descents and tackle hazards like ditch crossings and ramp breakovers. You’ll also go home with newly found ground reading skills that will stand you in good stead for your next off-road foray. lroac.com, 01858 535552
20/21 Tracks Overland Wales Adventure
Two day driving experience on beautiful little known track with experienced instructors. £100. tracksoverland.com 07884472884
21 LRO Adventure Club Greenlane Navigational Fun Day
One day Navigational Event. Start at Rockingham Castle, Northamptonshire and following trails through the Welland Valley and onto one of the UK’s most adventurous 4x4 sites near Stamford, Lincolnshire. A road book based event, you and your team can drive at your leisure along some terrific greenlanes. You will require OS Landranger map 141.The routes vary from scenic lanes through to challenging off-road sites. The event is ideal for beginners. Prizes to be won. £40 per vehicle. lroac.com, 01858 535552
21 Explore Off-Road, Silverdale Pay & Play Day
Silverdale. Just off A525 near Keele university, Newcastle-under-Lyme. 53 acres of woodland, steep hills and mud. £25 per vehicle. exploreoffroad.com, 07970 286881, OS grid ref SJ 807464
21 Foxham 4x4 Driving Day
The terrain consists of very steep woodland and rough open terrain combined with man-made obstacles. Spectators are not allowed on the track but there is a spectating area. Onsite jetwash is available. All drivers must be members (annual membership £5 per driver). Off A3102 between Foxham and Crabacre. £20 per vehicle. foxham4x4.co.uk, 07834 603355, OS grid ref ST 975775
21 Muddy Bottom 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Blackwater Lane, Minstead, New Forest. The site comprises all aspects of off-roading, set in woodland. Toilet, catering van. To join Muddy Bottom costs £15 per year, plus £25 per vehicle per day. muddybottom4x4.com, 07925 225065, OS grid ref SU 285115
21 LRO Adventure Club driving day. Tixover Quarry
Near Stamford, Lincolnshire. Open to all levels of ability and all Land Rovers. Bring your own vehicle and drive around the exciting features of this large site. Appreciate the capabilities of your four-wheel drive vehicle, learn valuable driving skills, and generally have fun. The site is accessed from the A47 near Duddington, three miles from Stamford. A burger van is on site. £25 per vehicle (£20 subscribers). OS Grid ref SK 975026.lroac.com, 01858 535552
21 Bourne Valley Off Road Salisbury Plain green lane day tag along tour
approximately 50 miles of mixed terrain suitable for most 4x4s on mud tyres, start at 10am at North Tidworth. £30 per vehicle. bournevalleyoffroad.co.uk, 01264850294. OS grid ref 234501
21 Wessex Hillrunners Off Road Enthusiasts play day
Hogmoor Inclosure, Bordon, Hampshire, GU35 9HX. Charity event in aid of the Headway Charity for people with brain injuries. £25. Non-Wessex members additional drivers £5 each. wessex-hillrunners.co.uk, 023 80890293
27 Kielder 4x4 Safari
A family orientated event run by the Northumberland National Park Mountain Rescue Team in partnership with the Forestry Commission. Drive the challenging and rough trails though the Kielder and Wark Forests plus a disused quarry. £50 per vehicle including a cooked breakfast for the driver. Gton.co.uk
27 LRO Adventure Club NOVICE MUD HOLE CHALLENGE
A novice challenge event, aimed at individuals with limited or no experience of competing in a challenge event. A road book punch challenge you will require Landranger map 141. The event starts from the Castle Inn at Caldecote, Northants, on the A6003 between Corby and Uppingham. £75 entry fee
28 LRO Adventure Club EXPERT MUD HOLE CHALLENGE
As above but aimed directly at the experienced challenge competitor. If you think you’re tough enough??? £75 entry fee
27/28 LRO Adventure Club Weekend Wild Wales Safari
A two day, non-damaging off road adventure, suitable for most vehicles and all skill levels. Start at Llangollen on Wednesday morning, spend that night at the seaside town of Aberdovey and end near Rhayader. £110 per vehicle. Maximum of five vehicles. See the video on LRO.com (LROTV) or read the story in the March 2007 issue.lroac.com, 01858 535552
28 Hill ’n’ Ditch 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Mouldsworth quarry, Mouldsworth, Cheshire (B5393)13 acres sandstone quarry - water, steep ascents and descents, rocks. Snack bar, toilets. £30. 10am-4pm. hillnditch4x4.co.uk, 0797 1326502, OS grid ref SJ 514709
28 Cowm Leisure 4x4 Play Day
Cowm Quarry nr Whitworth, Rochdale, Lancashire OL12 8XG. On the A671 between Rochdale and Bacup. Snack bar and toilets. £25. cowmleisure.com, 07970 717764
28 Kirton Off Road Centre Pay and Play day
Gainsthorpe Road, Kirton Lindsey, Gainsborough DN21 4JH. 500 acres with terrain suitable for novices and experts. £40. Catering and toilets. korc.co.uk, 07821 333947, OS grid ref SD 945016
28 Compton Bassett 4x4 Pay ’n' Play Day
Freeth Farm, Compton Bassett, Nr Calne, Wiltshire SN11 8RD. 280 acres of woodland, mud runs, water runs, play areas and rough terrain. Catering and toilets. £20 per vehicle per day. comptonbassett4x4.webs.com, 07790 742562 OS grid ref SU 023725
28 Muddy Mates 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Childrey Quarry, on B4507 near Wantage, Oxon. Old Chalk quarry, suitable for novices and experts. Burger van, toilets. £15 per car plus £2 per extra driver. muddymates4x4.com, 07518 739988 OS Grid ref SU 372869
28 Devil’s Pit Experience Open Day
Barton-Le-Clay, Nr Luton, Bedfordshire. 60 acres with three courses from gentle slopes to sheer drops. devilspit.co.uk, 01582 883349, OS grid ref TL 078297
28 Ultimate Fun Day
Hardwick Quarry, A520 Leek Road, Weston Coyney ST11 9EX. 40 acre site with mud, water and steep hills. Toilets and catering. 07966 412028 SJ 955 442
March 2010
3/4 LRO Adventure Club Wiltshire Safari
Green lane adventure mid week trip around Wiltshire, starting near Marlborough and ending on Salisbury Plain. £100 per vehicle. Maximum of five vehicles.lroac.com, 01858 535552
5-7 Run in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support
This event aims to test navigational, orienteering and observation skills, with on- and off-road sections; a minimum sponsorship of £600 for Macmillan Cancer Support is required. mac4x4.co.uk, 01981 252954
6 LRO Adventure Club Driver Training day
Rockingham, near Corby, Northamptonshire. Learn the skills required to drive off-road safely in your own vehicle. £50 per vehicle (£65 for 2 drivers) pre-booking required. 10am – 4pm.The driver training days are designed to provide a low-cost introductory course to off-road driving techniques. Using your own vehicle, throughout the day you will be shown how to deal with failed hill climbs, learn about momentum and wading techniques, try steep descents and tackle hazards like ditch crossings and ramp breakovers. You’ll also go home with newly found ground reading skills that will stand you in good stead for your next off-road foray. lroac.com, 01858 535552
7 Sibbertoft Sunday Pay and Play Day
Lots of mud, ruts, deep water, bomb holes and a woodland winching area. Freshly cooked food plus toilets and showers. Camping available (£5 per vehicle, must be pre-booked). 9am – 4.40pm, £22 per vehicle,£5 per extra driver. From M1J20, follow A4304 towards Husbands Bosworth and head to gliding school off A50. Look out for Avalanche Adventure. o-g-x.co.uk, 07973 720696, OS grid ref TL 874330
7 Piccadilly Wood Pay and Play Day
Colwood Lane, Bolney, West Sussex RH17 5QQ (just off A23). 40 acres of challenging terrain. £25 per vehicle.10am-4pm. Free tractor rescue, tea bar. piccadillywood4x4.co.uk, 01444 461690
7 Muddy Bottom 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Blackwater Lane, Minstead, New Forest. The site comprises all aspects of off-roading, set in woodland. Toilet, catering van. To join Muddy Bottom costs £15 per year, plus £25 per vehicle per day. muddybottom4x4.com, 07925 225065, OS grid ref SU 285115
7 Buildwas Leisure 4x4 Pay ’n’ Play Fun Day
Buildwas Leisure 4x4 Off Road Centre, Marnwood, Buildwas Road, Ironbridge, Shropshire TF8 7BJ. buildwasleisure.co.uk, 07831 398763 OS grid ref SJ 017647
7 Minety 4x4 Club
Minety, Malmesbury, Wiltshire SN16 9RP. Off B4040. 10am-4pm. £25 per vehicle, £5 annual membership, £5 additional drivers. Catering, toilets and road-legal wash on site. minety4x4.co.uk, 01666 860938, OS grid ref SU 013893
7 Bala Off Road Driving Day
Bala, north Wales. £30 per day, £20 afternoon only. Entrance on B4401. balaoffroad.co.uk, 07850 800709, OS grid ref SH 964364
7 LRO Adventure Club driving day
Tixover Quarry Near Stamford, Lincolnshire. Open to all levels of ability and all Land Rovers. Bring your own vehicle and drive around the exciting features of this large site. Appreciate the capabilities of your four-wheel drive vehicle, learn valuable driving skills, and generally have fun. The site is accessed from the A47 near Duddington, three miles from Stamford. A burger van is on site. £25 per vehicle (£20 subscribers). OS Grid ref SK 975026.lroac.com, 01858 535552
10 Landcraft 4x4 Adventure Drive
Through stunning scenery with spectacular views along forest tracks and hillsides, all on private land, available only to Landcraft near Bala, north Wales. £45 per vehicle. landcraft4x4.co.uk, 01678 520820
13/14 LRO Adventure Club Wiltshire Safari
Green lane adventure weekend around Wiltshire, starting near Marlborough and ending on Salisbury Plain. £100 per vehicle. Maximum of five vehicles.lroac.com, 01858 535552
14 Hill ’n’ Ditch 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Mouldsworth quarry, Mouldsworth, Cheshire (B5393)13 acres sandstone quarry - water, steep ascents and descents, rocks. Snack bar, toilets. £30. 10am-4pm. hillnditch4x4.co.uk, 0797 1326502, OS grid ref SJ 514709
14 Boxgrove 4x4 Morgan
Tinwood Lane, Boxgrove, Near Chichester, West Sussex. 80 acres of mud, gravel tracks, woodland. Catering and toilets. £26 per vehicle. 4x4driving.co.uk, 01903 812195 evenings, OS grid ref SU 926077
14 Landcraft 4x4 Adventure Drive
Through stunning scenery with spectacular views along forest tracks and hillsides, all on private land, available only to Landcraft near Bala, north Wales. £45 per vehicle. landcraft4x4.co.uk, 01678 520820
14 Explore Off-Road, Silverdale Pay & Play Day
Silverdale. Just off A525 near Keele university, Newcastle-under-Lyme. 53 acres of woodland, steep hills and mud. £25 per vehicle. exploreoffroad.com, 07970 286881, OS grid ref SJ 807464
14 Core Chichester Off Roading Experience
Nr Chichester, just off the A27. All vehicles welcome. Catering and toilets on site. £20. 10-4pm. core4x4.co.uk, 07973 482990 OS Grid ref SU 786081
14 Compton Bassett 4x4 Pay ’n' Play Day
Freeth Farm, Compton Bassett, Nr Calne, Wiltshire SN11 8RD. 280 acres of woodland, mud runs, water runs, play areas and rough terrain. Catering and toilets. £20 per vehicle per day. comptonbassett4x4.webs.com, 07790 742562 OS grid ref SU 023725
14 Harbour Hill Off-Road Driving Day Berkshire. £30 (non-members), £20 (members). Marshalling, toilets, wheel wash and catering on site. 4x4-withoutaclub.co.uk, 07887 533168, OS grid ref SU 592639
14 Devil’s Pit Experience Open Day
Barton-Le-Clay, Nr Luton, Bedfordshire. 60 acres with three courses from gentle slopes to sheer drops. devilspit.co.uk, 01582 883349, OS grid ref TL 078297
14 Bourne Valley Off Road Wiltshire by-way day guided tour
start at 9.30 am at North Tidworth. £30 per vehicle. bournevalleyoffroad.co.uk, 01264850294. OS grid ref 234501
14-28 The Trans Sahara Rally Tunisia-Algeria-Niger-Benin
Meet in Tunis, Tunisia, and take the long way through Algeria and Niger down to our coastal destination of Grand Popo in Benin. An adventure of a lifetime. transsahararally.com.
19-21 13th Exmoor 4x4 Jaunt and Challenge
Organised by the Wooden Spoon Society for the benefit of physically, mentally and socially disadvantaged children (woodenspoon.com).The event is set in the glorious Exmoor countryside and uses special off-road driving sections. The Jaunt has a variety of off-road sections of varying difficulty and is suitable for families and all skill ranges. The Challenge is more demanding and requires reasonable skill and a suitable vehicle; three vehicles will make a team. You can either register as a team or individually. Registration £50 per person, £30 for under-12s. Meals are provided. 4x4onexmoor.co.uk, 07831572504 or 01889 582889.
20/21 LRO Adventure Club Weekend Wild Wales Safari
A two day, non-damaging off road adventure, suitable for most vehicles and all skill levels. Start at Llangollen on Wednesday morning, spend that night at the seaside town of Aberdovey and end near Rhayader. £110 per vehicle. Maximum of five vehicles. See the video on LRO.com (LROTV) or read the story in the March 2007 issue.lroac.com, 01858 535552
20/21 Tracks Overland Wales Adventure
Two day driving experience on beautiful little known track with experienced instructors. £100. tracksoverland.com 07884472884
21 British Indoor 4x4 Show
Bingley Hall, Staffordshire County Showground 10am - 4.30pm
21 Foxham 4x4 Driving Day
The terrain consists of very steep woodland and rough open terrain combined with man-made obstacles. Spectators are not allowed on the track but there is a spectating area. Onsite jetwash is available. All drivers must be members (annual membership £5 per driver). Off A3102 between Foxham and Crabacre. £20 per vehicle. foxham4x4.co.uk, 07834 603355, OS grid ref ST 975775
21 Muddy Bottom 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Blackwater Lane, Minstead, New Forest. The site comprises all aspects of off-roading, set in woodland. Toilet, catering van. To join Muddy Bottom costs £15 per year, plus £25 per vehicle per day. muddybottom4x4.com, 07925 225065, OS grid ref SU 285115
21 Shire LRC Play Day
Mannington, nr Verwood, Dorset. 10am start. £20. Members only, membership £15. Membership unavailable on the day – application form is available on shirelrc.com. events@shirelrc.com
21 2010 LRS Challenge Championship
Duck End, Kettering, Northants. NN14 4AD, first of six events organised by the Viking Four Wheel Drive Club and Midland Offroad Club, around the Midlands. The Punch card events are split into three classes, Limited Modifications. Modified. Unlimited Modifications. £40 per event. lrschallenge.co.uk 07714 154857 OS grid ref SP 927 773
24/25 LRO Adventure Club Mid-week Wild Wales Safari
A two day, non-damaging off road adventure, suitable for most vehicles and all skill levels. Start at Llangollen on Wednesday morning, spend that night at the seaside town of Aberdovey and end near Rhayader. £110 per vehicle. Maximum of five vehicles. See the video on LRO.com (LROTV) or read the story in the March 2007 issue.lroac.com, 01858 535552
26-28 Ordnance Survey Outdoor Show
NEC Birmingham. Every outdoor pursuit is featured in this great have-a-go show. Advance tickets. Adult (16+) £13. Child (11-17) £8 Senior (60+) £8. Child under 11 free but need ticket. Outdoorsextra.co.uk,
27 Kielder 4x4 Safari
A family orientated event run by the Northumberland National Park Mountain Rescue Team in partnership with the Forestry Commission. Drive the challenging and rough trails though the Kielder and Wark Forests plus a disused quarry. £50 per vehicle including a cooked breakfast for the driver. Gton.co.uk
27 LRO Adventure Club Driver Training day
Rockingham, near Corby, Northamptonshire. Learn the skills required to drive off-road safely in your own vehicle. £50 per vehicle (£65 for 2 drivers) pre-booking required. 10am – 4pm.The driver training days are designed to provide a low-cost introductory course to off-road driving techniques. Using your own vehicle, throughout the day you will be shown how to deal with failed hill climbs, learn about momentum and wading techniques, try steep descents and tackle hazards like ditch crossings and ramp breakovers. You’ll also go home with newly found ground reading skills that will stand you in good stead for your next off-road foray. lroac.com, 01858 535552
28 Landcraft 4x4 Adventure Plus Drive
You’ll need a vehicle equipped for serious off-roading – aggressive off-road tyres and substantial recovery points etc. £45 per vehicle. landcraft4x4.co.uk, 01678 520820
28 Cowm Leisure 4x4 Play Day
Cowm Quarry nr Whitworth, Rochdale, Lancashire OL12 8XG. On the A671 between Rochdale and Bacup. Snack bar and toilets. £25. cowmleisure.com, 07970 717764
28 Skipton 4x4 And Vintage Spares Day
Skipton Auction Mart, Gargrave Rd, Skipton, N Yorks, BD23 1UD new and used land rover parts plus vintage spares section, onsite café. Adults £4. 10am. newbury4x4andvintagesparesday.com 01253 407779
28 Hill ’n’ Ditch 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Mouldsworth quarry, Mouldsworth, Cheshire (B5393)13 acres sandstone quarry - water, steep ascents and descents, rocks. Snack bar, toilets. £30. 10am-4pm. hillnditch4x4.co.uk, 0797 1326502, OS grid ref SJ 514709
28 Kirton Off Road Centre Pay and Play day
Gainsthorpe Road, Kirton Lindsey, Gainsborough DN21 4JH. 500 acres with terrain suitable for novices and experts. £40. Catering and toilets. korc.co.uk, 07821 333947, OS grid ref SD 945016
28 Compton Bassett 4x4 Pay ’n' Play Day
Freeth Farm, Compton Bassett, Nr Calne, Wiltshire SN11 8RD. 280 acres of woodland, mud runs, water runs, play areas and rough terrain. Catering and toilets. £20 per vehicle per day. comptonbassett4x4.webs.com, 07790 742562 OS grid ref SU 023725
28 Muddy Mates 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Childrey Quarry, on B4507 near Wantage, Oxon. Old Chalk quarry, suitable for novices and experts. Burger van, toilets. £15 per car plus £2 per extra driver. muddymates4x4.com, 07518 739988 OS Grid ref SU 372869
28 Devil’s Pit Experience Open Day
Barton-Le-Clay, Nr Luton, Bedfordshire. 60 acres with three courses from gentle slopes to sheer drops. devilspit.co.uk, 01582 883349, OS grid ref TL 078297
28 LRO Adventure Club driving day
Tixover Quarry Near Stamford, Lincolnshire. Open to all levels of ability and all Land Rovers. Bring your own vehicle and drive around the exciting features of this large site. Appreciate the capabilities of your four-wheel drive vehicle, learn valuable driving skills, and generally have fun. The site is accessed from the A47 near Duddington, three miles from Stamford. A burger van is on site. £25 per vehicle (£20 subscribers). OS Grid ref SK 975026.lroac.com, 01858 535552
28 LRO Adventure Club Greenlane Navigational Fun Day
One day Navigational Event. Start at Rockingham Castle, Northamptonshire and following trails through the Welland Valley and onto one of the UK’s most adventurous 4x4 sites near Stamford, Lincolnshire. A road book based event, you and your team can drive at your leisure along some terrific greenlanes. You will require OS Landranger map 141.The routes vary from scenic lanes through to challenging off-road sites. The event is ideal for beginners. Prizes to be won. £40 per vehicle. lroac.com, 01858 535552
28 Ultimate Fun Day
Hardwick Quarry, A520 Leek Road, Weston Coyney ST11 9EX. 40 acre site with mud, water and steep hills. Toilets and catering. 07966 412028 SJ 955 442
28 The Challenger 4x4 Championship
A series of six one day challenge events aimed at the newcomer and teams who do not wish to compete at a national level. A handicap system will operate allowing teams with all levels of experience to compete. Trophies will be awarded to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place in each class. £60 per car per event. £320 to pre-enter complete series. Venue to be confirmed. sales@challenger4x4.com 01252 325930/07836 713677
April
2-5 Tracks Overland Wales Adventure
Four day driving experience on beautiful little known track with experienced instructors. £200. tracksoverland.com 07884472884
2 Bourne Valley Off Road Salisbury Plain Night Drive
Suitable for most 4x4s on mud tyres. £30 per vehicle. bournevalleyoffroad.co.uk, 01264850294.
4 Bourne Valley Off Road Easter Bunny run
Salisbury Plain by way drive suitable for most 4x4s on mud tyres, start at 9.30 am at North Tidworth. £30 per vehicle. bournevalleyoffroad.co.uk, 01264850294. OS grid ref 234501
4 Piccadilly Wood Pay and Play Day
Colwood Lane, Bolney, West Sussex RH17 5QQ (just off A23). 40 acres of challenging terrain. £25 per vehicle.10am-4pm. Free tractor rescue, tea bar. piccadillywood4x4.co.uk, 01444 461690
4 Muddy Bottom 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Blackwater Lane, Minstead, New Forest. The site comprises all aspects of off-roading, set in woodland. Toilet, catering van. To join Muddy Bottom costs £15 per year, plus £25 per vehicle per day. muddybottom4x4.com, 07925 225065, OS grid ref SU 285115
4 Buildwas Leisure 4x4 Pay ’n’ Play Fun Day
Buildwas Leisure 4x4 Off Road Centre, Marnwood, Buildwas Road, Ironbridge, Shropshire TF8 7BJ. buildwasleisure.co.uk, 07831 398763 OS grid ref SJ 017647
4 Minety 4x4 Club
Minety, Malmesbury, Wiltshire SN16 9RP. Off B4040. 10am-4pm. £25 per vehicle, £5 annual membership, £5 additional drivers. Catering, toilets and road-legal wash on site. minety4x4.co.uk, 01666 860938, OS grid ref SU 013893
4 Bala Off Road Driving Day
Bala, north Wales. £30 per day, £20 afternoon only. Entrance on B4401. balaoffroad.co.uk, 07850 800709, OS grid ref SH 964364
4 Sibbertoft Sunday Pay and Play Day
Lots of mud, ruts, deep water, bomb holes and a woodland winching area. Freshly cooked food plus toilets and showers. Camping available (£5 per vehicle, must be pre-booked). 9am – 4.40pm, £22 per vehicle,£5 per extra driver. From M1J20, follow A4304 towards Husbands Bosworth and head to gliding school off A50. Look out for Avalanche Adventure. o-g-x.co.uk, 07973 720696, OS grid ref TL 874330
4 LRO Adventure Club Yarwell Quarry Driving Day
Drive the site used for the Peterborough LRO show, Yarwell quarry has something for everyone. This huge site is fantastic fun for novice to expert and for all types of vehicles. £25 per vehicle. (No subscriber discount).lroac.com, 01858 535552
9-26 LRO Adventure Club Morocco safari
Amazing 17-day trip, 10 days spent exploring the stunning Moroccan scenery in your own Land Rover. Across the Atlas Mountains and into the Erg Chebbii dunes before heading off to explore the ancient city of Fes. With professional ProTrax guides and support vehicles throughout the trip, this is an unforgettable LROAC experience. £1085 per vehicle based on two people per vehicle, includes entry fee, support vehicles and guides, ferry from Algeciras-Ceuta and return and all camp site fees in Morocco. Children under 9 years go free, additional passengers £150 per person. If the Portsmouth to Bilbao ferry option is preferred the approximate cost is £525. (August trip incurs an extra £325 to cover higher ferry and camp fees).lroac.com, 01858 535552
10/11 LRO Adventure Club Wiltshire Safari
Green lane adventure weekend around Wiltshire, starting near Marlborough and ending on Salisbury Plain. £100 per vehicle. Maximum of five vehicles.lroac.com, 01858 535552
11 Landcraft 4x4 Adventure Drive
Through stunning scenery with spectacular views along forest tracks and hillsides, all on private land, available only to Landcraft near Bala, north Wales. £45 per vehicle. landcraft4x4.co.uk, 01678 520820
11 Newbury 4x4 and Vintage Spares Day
Newbury Showground, 1/4 mile from junction 13 M4/A34, Chieveley, Berkshire RG18 9QZ Biggest land Rover jumble in Europe, with new and used Land Rover parts and accessories from Series I to present day plus vintage spares section. Aadmission adults £6, under-14s free. 10am. newbury4x4andvintagesparesday.com, 01253 407779.
11 Core Chichester Off Roading Experience
Nr Chichester, just off the A27. All vehicles welcome. Catering and toilets on site. £20. 10-4pm. core4x4.co.uk, 07973 482990 OS Grid ref SU 786081
11 Hill ’n’ Ditch 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Mouldsworth quarry, Mouldsworth, Cheshire (B5393)13 acres sandstone quarry - water, steep ascents and descents, rocks. Snack bar, toilets. £30. 10am-4pm. hillnditch4x4.co.uk, 0797 1326502, OS grid ref SJ 514709
11 Boxgrove 4x4 Morgan
Tinwood Lane, Boxgrove, Near Chichester, West Sussex. 80 acres of mud, gravel tracks, woodland. Catering and toilets. £26 per vehicle. 4x4driving.co.uk, 01903 812195 evenings, OS grid ref SU 926077
11 Compton Bassett 4x4 Pay ’n' Play Day
Freeth Farm, Compton Bassett, Nr Calne, Wiltshire SN11 8RD. 280 acres of woodland, mud runs, water runs, play areas and rough terrain. Catering and toilets. £20 per vehicle per day. comptonbassett4x4.webs.com, 07790 742562 OS grid ref SU 023725
11 Harbour Hill Off-Road Driving Day Berkshire
£30 (non-members), £20 (members). Marshalling, toilets, wheel wash and catering on site. 4x4-withoutaclub.co.uk, 07887 533168, OS grid ref SU 592639
11 2010 LRS Challenge Championship
Harbury, Warwickshire, second of six events organised by the Viking Four Wheel Drive Club and Midland Offroad Club, around the Midlands. The Punch card events are split into three classes, Limited Modifications. Modified. Unlimited Modifications. £40 per event. lrschallenge.co.uk 07714 154857
16-18 4WD Force
The Met Police Motor Club are holding their annual two day Off Road Navigational Event, at MoD Police Training Centre, Wethersfield, Essex. All profits to `Help the Heroes. Open to all members of the Armed Forces, Emergency Services and Civilian MSA Affiliated Clubs. £45 per crew member Application forms downloadable from the website, metpolicemotorclub.co.uk, John.amos@met.police.uk,
17 LRO Adventure Club Driver Training day
Rockingham, near Corby, Northamptonshire. Learn the skills required to drive off-road safely in your own vehicle. £50 per vehicle (£65 for 2 drivers) pre-booking required. 10am – 4pm.The driver training days are designed to provide a low-cost introductory course to off-road driving techniques. Using your own vehicle, throughout the day you will be shown how to deal with failed hill climbs, learn about momentum and wading techniques, try steep descents and tackle hazards like ditch crossings and ramp breakovers. You’ll also go home with newly found ground reading skills that will stand you in good stead for your next off-road foray. lroac.com, 01858 535552
18 Garstang Autojumble and 4x4 spares Day
Hamilton House, on A586, on A6, Garstang, Preston, Lancs, PR3 0TB.Car & bike jumble with added 4x4 spares section, admission adults £3. 9am. markwoodwardclassicevents.com. 01253 407779
18 Explore Off-Road, Silverdale Pay & Play Day
Silverdale. Just off A525 near Keele university, Newcastle-under-Lyme. 53 acres of woodland, steep hills and mud. £25 per vehicle. exploreoffroad.com, 07970 286881, OS grid ref SJ 807464
18 Foxham 4x4 Driving Day
The terrain consists of very steep woodland and rough open terrain combined with man-made obstacles. Spectators are not allowed on the track but there is a spectating area. Onsite jetwash is available. All drivers must be members (annual membership £5 per driver). Off A3102 between Foxham and Crabacre. £20 per vehicle. foxham4x4.co.uk, 07834 603355, OS grid ref ST 975775
18 Muddy Bottom 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Blackwater Lane, Minstead, New Forest. The site comprises all aspects of off-roading, set in woodland. Toilet, catering van. To join Muddy Bottom costs £15 per year, plus £25 per vehicle per day. muddybottom4x4.com, 07925 225065, OS grid ref SU 285115
18 LRO Adventure Club driving day Tixover Quarry
Near Stamford, Lincolnshire. Open to all levels of ability and all Land Rovers. Bring your own vehicle and drive around the exciting features of this large site. Appreciate the capabilities of your four-wheel drive vehicle, learn valuable driving skills, and generally have fun. The site is accessed from the A47 near Duddington, three miles from Stamford. A burger van is on site. £25 per vehicle (£20 subscribers). OS Grid ref SK 975026.lroac.com, 01858 535552
18 LRO Adventure Club Greenlane Navigational Fun Day
One day Navigational Event. Start at Rockingham Castle, Northamptonshire and following trails through the Welland Valley and onto one of the UK’s most adventurous 4x4 sites near Stamford, Lincolnshire. A road book based event, you and your team can drive at your leisure along some terrific greenlanes. You will require OS Landranger map 141.The routes vary from scenic lanes through to challenging off-road sites. The event is ideal for beginners. Prizes to be won. £40 per vehicle. lroac.com, 01858 535552
18 Bourne Valley Off Road Wiltshire by-way day guided tour
start at 9.30 am at North Tidworth. £30 per vehicle. bournevalleyoffroad.co.uk, 01264850294. OS grid ref 234501
20-May 7 LRO Adventure Club Morocco Coast and Desert Safari
Introducing our new safari route across the Atlas mountains – Starting at Meknes down to Todra Gorge, across to Zagora, down to Mahmid and across the Dakar route to Foum Zaguid, down towards Tan Tan and run alongside the coast and beach up towards Agadir before crossing the Tazi ne Tiznet pass and into Marrakech before heading north back to the ferry. Amazing mountain roads, driving on the Atlantic shoreline, camping by the sea and much more to tempt both newcomers and previous adventurers alike. This is primarily a camping trip but there will be occasions where you can opt for a hotel or similar if you wish. lroac.com, 01858 535552
24-25 OneLife Adventure Wales
Camping. £140 per vehicle including camping fees, guiding and support. .onelifeadventure.co.uk, 01612 655799
24-25 The East Anglian Game & Country Fair
Norfolk Showground, Norwich action packed weekend offering something for the whole family with lots of ‘have a go’ activities from Clay Shooting to Mountainboarding. ukgamefair.co.uk
24/25 LRO Adventure Club Weekend Wild Wales Safari
A two day, non-damaging off road adventure, suitable for most vehicles and all skill levels. Start at Llangollen on Wednesday morning, spend that night at the seaside town of Aberdovey and end near Rhayader. £110 per vehicle. Maximum of five vehicles. See the video on LRO.com (LROTV) or read the story in the March 2007 issue.lroac.com, 01858 535552
25 Landcraft 4x4 Adventure Plus Drive
You’ll need a vehicle equipped for serious off-roading – aggressive off-road tyres and substantial recovery points etc. £45 per vehicle. landcraft4x4.co.uk, 01678 520820
25 Cowm Leisure 4x4 Play Day
Cowm Quarry nr Whitworth, Rochdale, Lancashire OL12 8XG. On the A671 between Rochdale and Bacup. Snack bar and toilets. £25. cowmleisure.com, 07970 717764
25 Hill ’n’ Ditch 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Mouldsworth quarry, Mouldsworth, Cheshire (B5393)13 acres sandstone quarry - water, steep ascents and descents, rocks. Snack bar, toilets. £30. 10am-4pm. hillnditch4x4.co.uk, 0797 1326502, OS grid ref SJ 514709
25 Kirton Off Road Centre Pay and Play day
Gainsthorpe Road, Kirton Lindsey, Gainsborough DN21 4JH. 500 acres with terrain suitable for novices and experts. £40. Catering and toilets. korc.co.uk, 07821 333947, OS grid ref SD 945016
25 Compton Bassett 4x4 Pay ’n' Play Day
Freeth Farm, Compton Bassett, Nr Calne, Wiltshire SN11 8RD. 280 acres of woodland, mud runs, water runs, play areas and rough terrain. Catering and toilets. £20 per vehicle per day. comptonbassett4x4.webs.com, 07790 742562 OS grid ref SU 023725
25 Muddy Mates 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Childrey Quarry, on B4507 near Wantage, Oxon. Old Chalk quarry, suitable for novices and experts. Burger van, toilets. £15 per car plus £2 per extra driver. muddymates4x4.com, 07518 739988 OS Grid ref SU 372869
25 Devil’s Pit Experience Open Day
Barton-Le-Clay, Nr Luton, Bedfordshire. 60 acres with three courses from gentle slopes to sheer drops. devilspit.co.uk, 01582 883349, OS grid ref TL 078297
25 Ultimate Fun Day
Hardwick Quarry, A520 Leek Road, Weston Coyney ST11 9EX. 40 acre site with mud, water and steep hills. Toilets and catering. 07966 412028 SJ 955 442
25 Midland Land Rover Run
Series 3 & 90-110 Owners Club the run will cover approximately 40 mile
starting in the Cathedral City of Lichfield and finishing at the Coventry Motor museum, where a display of the vehicles out side the museums front doors on Millennium Place. open to any Land Rover owner, with any model of Land Rover, every vehicle will receive a rally plaque and a tee shirt, other shirts can be purchased for £5. £15.00 per vehicle and includes all passengers, booking essential. thelandroverclub.co.uk, 01543 424821
27/28 LRO Adventure Club Weekend Wild Wales Safari
A two day, non-damaging off road adventure, suitable for most vehicles and all skill levels. Start at Llangollen on Wednesday morning, spend that night at the seaside town of Aberdovey and end near Rhayader. £110 per vehicle. Maximum of five vehicles. See the video on LRO.com (LROTV) or read the story in the March 2007 issue.lroac.com, 01858 535552
May
1 LRO Adventure Club Winch and Recovery Course
Corby area, Northamptonshire. 10am-4pm. Learn the skills required to enable you to recover and use your winch off-road safely and proficiently. One-day course, using your own Land Rover. £55 per vehicle. Pre-booking required. Vehicles/equipment on hand to try out.lroac.com, 01858 535552
1-2 The Heritage Land Rover Show - Range Rover 40th Anniversary
Heritage Motor Centre, Banbury Road, Gaydon, Warwickshire. CV35 0BJ hlrw.co.uk 01926 641188
1-3 Tracks Overland Wales Adventure
Three day driving experience on beautiful little known track with experienced instructors. £150. tracksoverland.com 07884472884
2 Piccadilly Wood Pay and Play Day
Colwood Lane, Bolney, West Sussex RH17 5QQ (just off A23). 40 acres of challenging terrain. £25 per vehicle.10am-4pm. Free tractor rescue, tea bar. piccadillywood4x4.co.uk, 01444 461690
2 Muddy Bottom 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Blackwater Lane, Minstead, New Forest. The site comprises all aspects of off-roading, set in woodland. Toilet, catering van. To join Muddy Bottom costs £15 per year, plus £25 per vehicle per day. muddybottom4x4.com, 07925 225065, OS grid ref SU 285115
2 Buildwas Leisure 4x4 Pay ’n’ Play Fun Day
Buildwas Leisure 4x4 Off Road Centre, Marnwood, Buildwas Road, Ironbridge, Shropshire TF8 7BJ. buildwasleisure.co.uk, 07831 398763 OS grid ref SJ 017647
2 Minety 4x4 Club
Minety, Malmesbury, Wiltshire SN16 9RP. Off B4040. 10am-4pm. £25 per vehicle, £5 annual membership, £5 additional drivers. Catering, toilets and road-legal wash on site. minety4x4.co.uk, 01666 860938, OS grid ref SU 013893
2 Bala Off Road Driving Day
Bala, north Wales. £30 per day, £20 afternoon only. Entrance on B4401. balaoffroad.co.uk, 07850 800709, OS grid ref SH 964364
2 Sibbertoft Sunday Pay and Play Day
Lots of mud, ruts, deep water, bomb holes and a woodland winching area. Freshly cooked food plus toilets and showers. Camping available (£5 per vehicle, must be pre-booked). 9am – 4.40pm, £22 per vehicle,£5 per extra driver. From M1J20, follow A4304 towards Husbands Bosworth and head to gliding school off A50. Look out for Avalanche Adventure. o-g-x.co.uk, 07973 720696, OS grid ref TL 874330
2 Bourne Valley Off Road Marlborough Downs Drive
Start at Devizes, on to Avebury and the Ridgeway then up onto the Lambourne downs and finish at Marlborough suitable for most 4x4’s on mud tyres. Start time 9.30 am at Folly Road, Devizes. £30 per vehicle. bournevalleyoffroad.co.uk, 01264850294. OS grid ref 016624
2 LRO Adventure Club Greenlane Navigational Fun Day
One day Navigational Event. Start at Rockingham Castle, Northamptonshire and following trails through the Welland Valley and onto one of the UK’s most adventurous 4x4 sites near Stamford, Lincolnshire. A road book based event, you and your team can drive at your leisure along some terrific greenlanes. You will require OS Landranger map 141.The routes vary from scenic lanes through to challenging off-road sites. The event is ideal for beginners. Prizes to be won. £40 per vehicle. lroac.com, 01858 535552
2 LRO Adventure Club Yarwell Quarry Driving Day
Drive the site used for the Peterborough LRO show, Yarwell quarry has something for everyone. This huge site is fantastic fun for novice to expert and for all types of vehicles. £25 per vehicle. (No subscriber discount).lroac.com, 01858 535552
8-9 The LRO Spring Adventure
Driffield Showground, Kelleythorpe, East Yorkshire, featuring a huge Land Rover exhibition with vehicles, parts and services as well as general trade stands, main arena entertainment, a funfair and one of the best off-road courses at any show. lroshow.com, 0871 230 7152 (24hr ticketline), 01775 768661, OS grid reference TA 014565
9 Core Chichester Off Roading Experience
Nr Chichester, just off the A27. All vehicles welcome. Catering and toilets on site. £20. 10-4pm. core4x4.co.uk, 07973 482990 OS Grid ref SU 786081
9 Boxgrove 4x4 Morgan
Tinwood Lane, Boxgrove, Near Chichester, West Sussex. 80 acres of mud, gravel tracks, woodland. Catering and toilets. £26 per vehicle. 4x4driving.co.uk, 01903 812195 evenings, OS grid ref SU 926077
9 Compton Bassett 4x4 Pay ’n' Play Day
Freeth Farm, Compton Bassett, Nr Calne, Wiltshire SN11 8RD. 280 acres of woodland, mud runs, water runs, play areas and rough terrain. Catering and toilets. £20 per vehicle per day. comptonbassett4x4.webs.com, 07790 742562 OS grid ref SU 023725
9 Harbour Hill Off-Road Driving Day Berkshire £30 (non-members), £20 (members). Marshalling, toilets, wheel wash and catering on site. 4x4-withoutaclub.co.uk, 07887 533168, OS grid ref SU 592639
9 Devil’s Pit Experience Open Day
Barton-Le-Clay, Nr Luton, Bedfordshire. 60 acres with three courses from gentle slopes to sheer drops. devilspit.co.uk, 01582 883349, OS grid ref TL 078297
14–26 LRO Adventure Club Switzerland, Austrian Alps, Italy & Croatia Adventure
Drive your own vehicle over stunning mountain roads from Calais, to the French-Swiss border, across Switzerland into Austria, Innsbrook and Italy, then towards Bovec in Slovenia heading down the Croatian coast for a few days off-roading in the Mountains. £590 per vehicle with two passengers. Accommodation, hotels £20- £40 per night for B&B per person. In Croatia expect to pay around £22pp with B&B. Ferry cost £195.lroac.com, 01858 535552
8-9 The LRO Spring Adventure
Driffield Showground, Kelleythorpe, East Yorkshire, featuring a huge Land Rover exhibition with vehicles, parts and services as well as general trade stands, main arena entertainment, a funfair, one of the best off-road courses at any show.lroshow.com, 0871 230 7152 (24hr ticketline), 01775 768661OS grid reference TA 014565.
8-9 LRO Adventure Club Wiltshire Safari
Green lane adventure weekend around Wiltshire, starting near Marlborough and ending on Salisbury Plain. £100 per vehicle. Maximum of five vehicles.lroac.com, 01858 535552
9 Landcraft 4x4 Adventure Drive
Through stunning scenery with spectacular views along forest tracks and hillsides, all on private land, available only to Landcraft near Bala, north Wales. £45 per vehicle. landcraft4x4.co.uk, 01678 520820
9 Hill ’n’ Ditch 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Mouldsworth quarry, Mouldsworth, Cheshire (B5393)13 acres sandstone quarry - water, steep ascents and descents, rocks. Snack bar, toilets. £30. 10am-4pm. hillnditch4x4.co.uk, 0797 1326502, OS grid ref SJ 514709
16 High Atlas Explorer Morocco
A mixture of wild or rural community campsites with basic facilities, guiding and support. £995 per person, children under 16 £299 each. onelifeadventure.co.uk, 01612 655799
16 Explore Off-Road, Silverdale Pay & Play Day
Silverdale. Just off A525 near Keele university, Newcastle-under-Lyme. 53 acres of woodland, steep hills and mud. £25 per vehicle. exploreoffroad.com, 07970 286881, OS grid ref SJ 807464
16 Foxham 4x4 Driving Day
The terrain consists of very steep woodland and rough open terrain combined with man-made obstacles. Spectators are not allowed on the track but there is a spectating area. Onsite jetwash is available. All drivers must be members (annual membership £5 per driver). Off A3102 between Foxham and Crabacre. £20 per vehicle. foxham4x4.co.uk, 07834 603355, OS grid ref ST 975775
16 Muddy Bottom 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Blackwater Lane, Minstead, New Forest. The site comprises all aspects of off-roading, set in woodland. Toilet, catering van. To join Muddy Bottom costs £15 per year, plus £25 per vehicle per day. muddybottom4x4.com, 07925 225065, OS grid ref SU 285115
16 Shire LRC Play Day
Mannington, nr Verwood, Dorset. 10am start. £20. Members only, membership £15. Membership unavailable on the day – application form is available on shirelrc.com. events@shirelrc.com
16 Sibbertoft Sunday Pay and Play Day
Lots of mud, ruts, deep water, bomb holes and a woodland winching area. Freshly cooked food plus toilets and showers. Camping available (£5 per vehicle, must be pre-booked). 9am – 4.40pm, £22 per vehicle,£5 per extra driver. From M1J20, follow A4304 towards Husbands Bosworth and head to gliding school off A50. Look out for Avalanche Adventure. o-g-x.co.uk, 07973 720696, OS grid ref TL 874330
23 Compton Bassett 4x4 Pay ’n' Play Day
Freeth Farm, Compton Bassett, Nr Calne, Wiltshire SN11 8RD. 280 acres of woodland, mud runs, water runs, play areas and rough terrain. Catering and toilets. £20 per vehicle per day. comptonbassett4x4.webs.com, 07790 742562 OS grid ref SU 023725
23 Devil’s Pit Experience Open Day
Barton-Le-Clay, Nr Luton, Bedfordshire. 60 acres with three courses from gentle slopes to sheer drops. devilspit.co.uk, 01582 883349, OS grid ref TL 078297
23 Sibbertoft Sunday Pay and Play Day
Lots of mud, ruts, deep water, bomb holes and a woodland winching area. Freshly cooked food plus toilets and showers. Camping available (£5 per vehicle, must be pre-booked). 9am – 4.40pm, £22 per vehicle,£5 per extra driver. From M1J20, follow A4304 towards Husbands Bosworth and head to gliding school off A50. Look out for Avalanche Adventure. o-g-x.co.uk, 07973 720696, OS grid ref TL 874330
23 The Challenger 4x4 Championship
A series of six one day challenge events aimed at the newcomer and teams who do not wish to compete at a national level. A handicap system will operate allowing teams with all levels of experience to compete. Trophies will be awarded to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place in each class. £60 per car per event. £320 to pre-enter complete series. Venue to be confirmed. sales@challenger4x4.com 01252 325930/07836 713677
23 LRO Adventure Club driving day Tixover Quarry
Near Stamford, Lincolnshire. Open to all levels of ability and all Land Rovers. Bring your own vehicle and drive around the exciting features of this large site. Appreciate the capabilities of your four-wheel drive vehicle, learn valuable driving skills, and generally have fun. The site is accessed from the A47 near Duddington, three miles from Stamford. A burger van is on site. £25 per vehicle (£20 subscribers). OS Grid ref SK 975026.lroac.com, 01858 535552
28-30
West Wales Adventure Weekend Celtic Camping Pwll Caerog Farm, St Davids, Pembrokeshire, Wales, SA62 6DG 4x4 adventure weekend featuring bush craft, raft building, 4x4 olympics, treasure hunt and more. welshadventure.webs.com 02476 731971
29 Bourne Valley Off Road Wiltshire Byway Night Drive
Driven on road books on your own or as a tag along tour. 55 miles of mixed terrain suitable for most 4x4’s on mud tyres. Start time 6.30pm at North Tidworth. £30 per vehicle. bournevalleyoffroad.co.uk, 01264850294. OS grid ref 234501
29-30 Royal Geographical Society Vehicle -Dependant Overland Travel – a Workshop
Terrington Hall School, near York
A workshop where desert guides, expedition navigators and medics plus experienced overlanders will talk on how travellers can equip their vehicles and plan their trips, whether a run down to the Pyrenees or a drive to Cape Town. Lectures and demonstrations throughout the day, with overland vehicles on show including trade stands and refreshments. watsonsam@talk21.com
29-30 LRO Adventure Club Weekend Wild Wales Safari
A two day, non-damaging off road adventure, suitable for most vehicles and all skill levels. Start at Llangollen on Wednesday morning, spend that night at the seaside town of Aberdovey and end near Rhayader. £110 per vehicle. Maximum of five vehicles. See the video on LRO.com (LROTV) or read the story in the March 2007 issue.lroac.com, 01858 535552
29-31 Tracks Overland Wales Adventure
Three day driving experience on beautiful little known track with experienced instructors. £150. tracksoverland.com 07884472884
29-1 June
Series 3 & 90 -110 Owners Club National Rally 2010
Eastnor Castle. Eastnor Castle, Ledbury, Herefordshire, HR8 1RL. A camping weekend which includes offroading, buggy racing and other social events. Booking essential. £70 club members only. Membership £25 per year. thelandroverclub.co.uk, 01543 424821
30 Hill ’n’ Ditch 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Mouldsworth quarry, Mouldsworth, Cheshire (B5393)13 acres sandstone quarry - water, steep ascents and descents, rocks. Snack bar, toilets. £30. 10am-4pm. hillnditch4x4.co.uk, 0797 1326502, OS grid ref SJ 514709
30 Cowm Leisure 4x4 Play Day
Cowm Quarry nr Whitworth, Rochdale, Lancashire OL12 8XG. On the A671 between Rochdale and Bacup. Snack bar and toilets. £25. cowmleisure.com, 07970 717764
30 Kirton Off Road Centre Pay and Play day
Gainsthorpe Road, Kirton Lindsey, Gainsborough DN21 4JH. 500 acres with terrain suitable for novices and experts. £40. Catering and toilets. korc.co.uk, 07821 333947, OS grid ref SD 945016
30 Muddy Mates 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Childrey Quarry, on B4507 near Wantage, Oxon. Old Chalk quarry, suitable for novices and experts. Burger van, toilets. £15 per car plus £2 per extra driver. muddymates4x4.com, 07518 739988 OS Grid ref SU 372869
30 Ultimate Fun Day
Hardwick Quarry, A520 Leek Road, Weston Coyney ST11 9EX. 40 acre site with mud, water and steep hills. Toilets and catering. 07966 412028 SJ 955442
30 2010 LRS Challenge Championship
Yarwell, Lincs, PE8 6PN, third of six events organised by the Viking Four Wheel Drive Club and Midland Offroad Club, around the Midlands. The Punch card events are split into three classes, Limited Modifications. Modified. Unlimited Modifications. £40 per event. lrschallenge.co.uk 07714 154857 OS grid ref TL 067979
31 25th Yorkshire Classic Car and Bike Show Plus 4x4 Show and Spares Day
Ripley Castle, on A61, Harrogate HG3 3AY. 300 classics plus 4x4 show and spares day, castle, park and gardens. Admission adults £6, under-14s £2.50. 10am. markwoodwardclassicevents.com, 01253 407779
June
3 – 6 Adventure & Allrad Bad Kissingen Germany
Europe's largest off-road-show ,Exhibition of off-road racing, products and services from the outdoor, caravanning and adventure travel field. 09717 854460 abenteuer-allrad.de
5 Kielder 4x4 Safari A family orientated event run by the Northumberland National Park Mountain Rescue Team in partnership with the Forestry Commission. Drive the challenging and rough trails though the Kielder and Wark Forests plus a disused quarry. £50 per vehicle including a cooked breakfast for the driver. Gton.co.uk
6 Piccadilly Wood Pay and Play Day
Colwood Lane, Bolney, West Sussex RH17 5QQ (just off A23). 40 acres of challenging terrain. £25 per vehicle.10am-4pm. Free tractor rescue, tea bar. piccadillywood4x4.co.uk, 01444 461690
6 Muddy Bottom 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Blackwater Lane, Minstead, New Forest. The site comprises all aspects of off-roading, set in woodland. Toilet, catering van. To join Muddy Bottom costs £15 per year, plus £25 per vehicle per day. muddybottom4x4.com, 07925 225065, OS grid ref SU 285115
6 Buildwas Leisure 4x4 Pay ’n’ Play Fun Day
Buildwas Leisure 4x4 Off Road Centre, Marnwood, Buildwas Road, Ironbridge, Shropshire TF8 7BJ. buildwasleisure.co.uk, 07831 398763 OS grid ref SJ 017647
6 Minety 4x4 Club
Minety, Malmesbury, Wiltshire SN16 9RP. Off B4040. 10am-4pm. £25 per vehicle, £5 annual membership, £5 additional drivers. Catering, toilets and road-legal wash on site. minety4x4.co.uk, 01666 860938, OS grid ref SU 013893
6 Bala Off Road Driving Day
Bala, north Wales. £30 per day, £20 afternoon only. Entrance on B4401. balaoffroad.co.uk, 07850 800709, OS grid ref SH 964364
6 Sibbertoft Sunday Pay and Play Day
Lots of mud, ruts, deep water, bomb holes and a woodland winching area. Freshly cooked food plus toilets and showers. Camping available (£5 per vehicle, must be pre-booked). 9am – 4.40pm, £22 per vehicle,£5 per extra driver. From M1J20, follow A4304 towards Husbands Bosworth and head to gliding school off A50. Look out for Avalanche Adventure. o-g-x.co.uk, 07973 720696, OS grid ref TL 874330
13 Hill ’n’ Ditch 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Mouldsworth quarry, Mouldsworth, Cheshire (B5393)13 acres sandstone quarry - water, steep ascents and descents, rocks. Snack bar, toilets. £30. 10am-4pm. hillnditch4x4.co.uk, 0797 1326502, OS grid ref SJ 514709
13 Landcraft 4x4 Adventure Drive
Through stunning scenery with spectacular views along forest tracks and hillsides, all on private land, available only to Landcraft near Bala, north Wales. £45 per vehicle. landcraft4x4.co.uk, 01678 520820
13 Core Chichester Off Roading Experience
Nr Chichester, just off the A27. All vehicles welcome. Catering and toilets on site. £20. 10-4pm. core4x4.co.uk, 07973 482990 OS Grid ref SU 786081
13 Boxgrove 4x4 Morgan
Tinwood Lane, Boxgrove, Near Chichester, West Sussex. 80 acres of mud, gravel tracks, woodland. Catering and toilets. £26 per vehicle. 4x4driving.co.uk, 01903 812195 evenings, OS grid ref SU 926077
13 Compton Bassett 4x4 Pay ’n' Play Day
Freeth Farm, Compton Bassett, Nr Calne, Wiltshire SN11 8RD. 280 acres of woodland, mud runs, water runs, play areas and rough terrain. Catering and toilets. £20 per vehicle per day. comptonbassett4x4.webs.com, 07790 742562 OS grid ref SU 023725
13 Harbour Hill Off-Road Driving Day Berkshire £30 (non-members), £20 (members). Marshalling, toilets, wheel wash and catering on site. 4x4-withoutaclub.co.uk, 07887 533168, OS grid ref SU 592639
13 Devil’s Pit Experience Open Day
Barton-Le-Clay, Nr Luton, Bedfordshire. 60 acres with three courses from gentle slopes to sheer drops. devilspit.co.uk, 01582 883349, OS grid ref TL 078297
19-28 Help For Heroes 4x4 European Rally Europe
UK, France, Holland, Belgium, Germany and Austria – a 1650-mile expedition encompassing six countries in 10 days. This non-speed event is part history tour, part fun competition, part off-road driving and part club-type social. Open to all types of 4x4 vehicles. h4hrally.co.uk
20 Explore Off-Road, Silverdale Pay & Play Day
Silverdale. Just off A525 near Keele university, Newcastle-under-Lyme. 53 acres of woodland, steep hills and mud. £25 per vehicle. exploreoffroad.com, 07970 286881, OS grid ref SJ 807464
20 Foxham 4x4 Driving Day
The terrain consists of very steep woodland and rough open terrain combined with man-made obstacles. Spectators are not allowed on the track but there is a spectating area. Onsite jetwash is available. All drivers must be members (annual membership £5 per driver). Off A3102 between Foxham and Crabacre. £20 per vehicle. foxham4x4.co.uk, 07834 603355, OS grid ref ST 975775
20 Muddy Bottom 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Blackwater Lane, Minstead, New Forest. The site comprises all aspects of off-roading, set in woodland. Toilet, catering van. To join Muddy Bottom costs £15 per year, plus £25 per vehicle per day. muddybottom4x4.com, 07925 225065, OS grid ref SU 285115
20 2010 LRS Challenge Championship
Coney Green, Stourport, Worcestshire. DY13 0TE, fourth of six events organised by the Viking Four Wheel Drive Club and Midland Offroad Club, around the Midlands. The Punch card events are split into three classes, Limited Modifications. Modified. Unlimited Modifications. £40 per event. lrschallenge.co.uk 07714 154857 OS grid ref SO 794711
26-27 Two day charity RTV trial
The Wye and Welsh Land Rover Club will be hosting the charity event for teams of three drivers Maeslech Farm, Radyr, near Cardiff, South Wales. Camping available, 01633 244620/07777 644254 mintcounty@btinternet.com OS grid ref ST 129793
26-27 Tracks Overland Wales Adventure
Two day driving experience on beautiful little known track with experienced instructors. £100. tracksoverland.com 07884472884
26 Bourne Valley Off Road Wiltshire Full Moon Night Drive
Driven on road books on your own or as a tag along tour. 55 miles of mixed terrain suitable for most 4x4’s on mud tyres. Start time 6.30pm at North Tidworth. £30 per vehicle. bournevalleyoffroad.co.uk, 01264850294. OS grid ref 234501
27 Cowm Leisure 4x4 Play Day
Cowm Quarry nr Whitworth, Rochdale, Lancashire OL12 8XG. On the A671 between Rochdale and Bacup. Snack bar and toilets. £25. cowmleisure.com, 07970 717764
27 Hill ’n’ Ditch 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Mouldsworth quarry, Mouldsworth, Cheshire (B5393)13 acres sandstone quarry - water, steep ascents and descents, rocks. Snack bar, toilets. £30. 10am-4pm. hillnditch4x4.co.uk, 0797 1326502, OS grid ref SJ 514709
27 Kirton Off Road Centre Pay and Play day
Gainsthorpe Road, Kirton Lindsey, Gainsborough DN21 4JH. 500 acres with terrain suitable for novices and experts. £40. Catering and toilets. korc.co.uk, 07821 333947, OS grid ref SD 945016
27 Compton Bassett 4x4 Pay ’n' Play Day
Freeth Farm, Compton Bassett, Nr Calne, Wiltshire SN11 8RD. 280 acres of woodland, mud runs, water runs, play areas and rough terrain. Catering and toilets. £20 per vehicle per day. comptonbassett4x4.webs.com, 07790 742562 OS grid ref SU 023725
27 Muddy Mates 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Childrey Quarry, on B4507 near Wantage, Oxon. Old Chalk quarry, suitable for novices and experts. Burger van, toilets. £15 per car plus £2 per extra driver. muddymates4x4.com, 07518 739988 OS Grid ref SU 372869
27 The Challenger 4x4 Championship
A series of six one day challenge events aimed at the newcomer and teams who do not wish to compete at a national level. A handicap system will operate allowing teams with all levels of experience to compete. Trophies will be awarded to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place in each class. £60 per car per event. £320 to pre-enter complete series. Venue to be confirmed. sales@challenger4x4.com 01252 325930/07836 713677
27 Devil’s Pit Experience Open Day
Barton-Le-Clay, Nr Luton, Bedfordshire. 60 acres with three courses from gentle slopes to sheer drops. devilspit.co.uk, 01582 883349, OS grid ref TL 078297
27 Ultimate Fun Day
Hardwick Quarry, A520 Leek Road, Weston Coyney ST11 9EX. 40 acre site with mud, water and steep hills. Toilets and catering. 07966 412028 SJ 955 442
LRO Adventure Club Tunisia Desert Safari
From Marseilles to Tunis by ferry, from Tunis to the desert, seven days in the dunes in complete solitude. 14 day trip, with seven days in the dunes. Contact Vince on 01858 535552. Fax 08701604729, mobile 07973 116681, email: protrax@aol.com
JUNE 2010 (dates to be confirmed)
JULY
4 Piccadilly Wood Pay and Play Day
Colwood Lane, Bolney, West Sussex RH17 5QQ (just off A23). 40 acres of challenging terrain. £25 per vehicle.10am-4pm. Free tractor rescue, tea bar. piccadillywood4x4.co.uk, 01444 461690
4 Muddy Bottom 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Blackwater Lane, Minstead, New Forest. The site comprises all aspects of off-roading, set in woodland. Toilet, catering van. To join Muddy Bottom costs £15 per year, plus £25 per vehicle per day. muddybottom4x4.com, 07925 225065, OS grid ref SU 285115
4 Buildwas Leisure 4x4 Pay ’n’ Play Fun Day
Buildwas Leisure 4x4 Off Road Centre, Marnwood, Buildwas Road, Ironbridge, Shropshire TF8 7BJ. buildwasleisure.co.uk, 07831 398763 OS grid ref SJ 017647
4 Minety 4x4 Club
Minety, Malmesbury, Wiltshire SN16 9RP. Off B4040. 10am-4pm. £25 per vehicle, £5 annual membership, £5 additional drivers. Catering, toilets and road-legal wash on site. minety4x4.co.uk, 01666 860938, OS grid ref SU 013893
4 Bala Off Road Driving Day
Bala, north Wales. £30 per day, £20 afternoon only. Entrance on B4401. balaoffroad.co.uk, 07850 800709, OS grid ref SH 964364
4 Sibbertoft Sunday Pay and Play Day
Lots of mud, ruts, deep water, bomb holes and a woodland winching area. Freshly cooked food plus toilets and showers. Camping available (£5 per vehicle, must be pre-booked). 9am – 4.40pm, £22 per vehicle,£5 per extra driver. From M1J20, follow A4304 towards Husbands Bosworth and head to gliding school off A50. Look out for Avalanche Adventure. o-g-x.co.uk, 07973 720696, OS grid ref TL 874330
4 The Challenger 4x4 Championship
A series of six one day challenge events aimed at the newcomer and teams who do not wish to compete at a national level. A handicap system will operate allowing teams with all levels of experience to compete. Trophies will be awarded to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place in each class. £60 per car per event. £320 to pre-enter complete series. Venue to be confirmed. sales@challenger4x4.com 01252 325930/07836 713677
11 Landcraft 4x4 Adventure Drive
Through stunning scenery with spectacular views along forest tracks and hillsides, all on private land, available only to Landcraft near Bala, north Wales. £45 per vehicle. landcraft4x4.co.uk, 01678 520820
11 Core Chichester Off Roading Experience
Nr Chichester, just off the A27. All vehicles welcome. Catering and toilets on site. £20. 10-4pm. core4x4.co.uk, 07973 482990 OS Grid ref SU 786081
11 Hill ’n’ Ditch 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Mouldsworth quarry, Mouldsworth, Cheshire (B5393)13 acres sandstone quarry - water, steep ascents and descents, rocks. Snack bar, toilets. £30. 10am-4pm. hillnditch4x4.co.uk, 0797 1326502, OS grid ref SJ 514709
11 Boxgrove 4x4 Morgan
Tinwood Lane, Boxgrove, Near Chichester, West Sussex. 80 acres of mud, gravel tracks, woodland. Catering and toilets. £26 per vehicle. 4x4driving.co.uk, 01903 812195 evenings, OS grid ref SU 926077
11 Compton Bassett 4x4 Pay ’n' Play Day
Freeth Farm, Compton Bassett, Nr Calne, Wiltshire SN11 8RD. 280 acres of woodland, mud runs, water runs, play areas and rough terrain. Catering and toilets. £20 per vehicle per day. comptonbassett4x4.webs.com, 07790 742562 OS grid ref SU 023725
11 Harbour Hill Off-Road Driving Day Berkshire. £30 (non-members), £20 (members). Marshalling, toilets, wheel wash and catering on site. 4x4-withoutaclub.co.uk, 07887 533168, OS grid ref SU 592639
11 Bourne Valley Off Road Marlborough Downs Drive
Start at Devizes, on to Avebury and the Ridgeway then up onto the Lambourne downs and finish at Marlborough suitable for most 4x4’s on mud tyres. Start time 9.30 am at Folly Road, Devizes. £30 per vehicle. bournevalleyoffroad.co.uk, 01264850294. OS grid ref 016624
16-18 2009 LRO Billing Show 20th Birthday Billing, Northamptonshire. All the great content, trade and club stands and off-road course that is synonymous with Billing. lroshow.com, 0871 230 7152 (24hr ticketline), 01775 768661
17-18 OneLife Adventure Yorkshire
Camping. £140 per vehicle including camping fees, guiding and support. onelifeadventure.co.uk, 01612 655799
18 Explore Off-Road, Silverdale Pay & Play Day
Silverdale. Just off A525 near Keele university, Newcastle-under-Lyme. 53 acres of woodland, steep hills and mud. £25 per vehicle. exploreoffroad.com, 07970 286881, OS grid ref SJ 807464
18 Foxham 4x4 Driving Day
The terrain consists of very steep woodland and rough open terrain combined with man-made obstacles. Spectators are not allowed on the track but there is a spectating area. Onsite jetwash is available. All drivers must be members (annual membership £5 per driver). Off A3102 between Foxham and Crabacre. £20 per vehicle. foxham4x4.co.uk, 07834 603355, OS grid ref ST 975775
18 Muddy Bottom 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Blackwater Lane, Minstead, New Forest. The site comprises all aspects of off-roading, set in woodland. Toilet, catering van. To join Muddy Bottom costs £15 per year, plus £25 per vehicle per day. muddybottom4x4.com, 07925 225065, OS grid ref SU 285115
21-25 The 28th War and Peace Show
The largest military vehicle show in the country, including a specialist Auction of Military Vehicles, Militaria and Collectables. The Hop Farm, Paddock Wood, Kent. thewarandpeaceshow.com, 01304 813945, OS grid ref TQ672473
24- 6 August
Finland Offroad Tour 2010
Locations will be published later. finlandoffroad.fi/index_english.php
24-25 Tracks Overland Wales Adventure
Two day driving experience on beautiful little known track with experienced instructors. £100. tracksoverland.com 07884472884
25 Cowm Leisure 4x4 Play Day
Cowm Quarry nr Whitworth, Rochdale, Lancashire OL12 8XG. On the A671 between Rochdale and Bacup. Snack bar and toilets. £25. cowmleisure.com, 07970 717764
25 Hill ’n’ Ditch 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Mouldsworth quarry, Mouldsworth, Cheshire (B5393)13 acres sandstone quarry - water, steep ascents and descents, rocks. Snack bar, toilets. £30. 10am-4pm. hillnditch4x4.co.uk, 0797 1326502, OS grid ref SJ 514709
25 Kirton Off Road Centre Pay and Play day
Gainsthorpe Road, Kirton Lindsey, Gainsborough DN21 4JH. 500 acres with terrain suitable for novices and experts. £40. Catering and toilets. korc.co.uk, 07821 333947, OS grid ref SD 945016
25 Compton Bassett 4x4 Pay ’n' Play Day
Freeth Farm, Compton Bassett, Nr Calne, Wiltshire SN11 8RD. 280 acres of woodland, mud runs, water runs, play areas and rough terrain. Catering and toilets. £20 per vehicle per day. comptonbassett4x4.webs.com, 07790 742562 OS grid ref SU 023725
25 Muddy Mates 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Childrey Quarry, on B4507 near Wantage, Oxon. Old Chalk quarry, suitable for novices and experts. Burger van, toilets. £15 per car plus £2 per extra driver. muddymates4x4.com, 07518 739988 OS Grid ref SU 372869
25 Ultimate Fun Day
Hardwick Quarry, A520 Leek Road, Weston Coyney ST11 9EX. 40 acre site with mud, water and steep hills. Toilets and catering. 07966 412028 SJ 955 442
31 Kielder 4x4 Safari
A family orientated event run by the Northumberland National Park Mountain Rescue Team in partnership with the Forestry Commission. Drive the challenging and rough trails though the Kielder and Wark Forests plus a disused quarry. £50 per vehicle including a cooked breakfast for the driver. Gton.co.uk
31-1 August
Bourne Valley Off Road Two day off road drive
Day one, start at Devizes, on to Avebury and the Ridgeway then up onto the Lambourne downs and finish at Marlborough suitable for most 4x4’s on mud tyres. Start Folly Road, Devizes. OS grid ref 016624 Day two, Start at Tidworth, drive around the Collingbournes, Milton Lilbourne and Easton Royal on old drovers tracks, on to Everleigh and Manningford finishing on the edges of Salisbury plain. Camping available. £55 per vehicle. bournevalleyoffroad.co.uk, 01264850294.
AUGUST
1 26th Yorkshire Classic Car & Bike Show Plus 4x4 Show and Spares Day
Ripley Castle, on A61, Harrogate, N.Yorks, HG3 3AY. 300 classics plus 4x4 show and spares day, castle, park and gardens. Admission adults £6, under 14,s £2.50. 10am. markwoodwardclassicevents.com
01253 407779
1 Piccadilly Wood Pay and Play Day
Colwood Lane, Bolney, West Sussex RH17 5QQ (just off A23). 40 acres of challenging terrain. £25 per vehicle.10am-4pm. Free tractor rescue, tea bar. piccadillywood4x4.co.uk, 01444 461690
1 Muddy Bottom 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Blackwater Lane, Minstead, New Forest. The site comprises all aspects of off-roading, set in woodland. Toilet, catering van. To join Muddy Bottom costs £15 per year, plus £25 per vehicle per day. muddybottom4x4.com, 07925 225065, OS grid ref SU 285115
1 Buildwas Leisure 4x4 Pay ’n’ Play Fun Day
Buildwas Leisure 4x4 Off Road Centre, Marnwood, Buildwas Road, Ironbridge, Shropshire TF8 7BJ. buildwasleisure.co.uk, 07831 398763 OS grid ref SJ 017647
1 Minety 4x4 Club
Minety, Malmesbury, Wiltshire SN16 9RP. Off B4040. 10am-4pm. £25 per vehicle, £5 annual membership, £5 additional drivers. Catering, toilets and road-legal wash on site. minety4x4.co.uk, 01666 860938, OS grid ref SU 013893
1 Bala Off Road Driving Day
Bala, north Wales. £30 per day, £20 afternoon only. Entrance on B4401. balaoffroad.co.uk, 07850 800709, OS grid ref SH 964364
8 Landcraft 4x4 Adventure Drive
Through stunning scenery with spectacular views along forest tracks and hillsides, all on private land, available only to Landcraft near Bala, north Wales. £45 per vehicle. landcraft4x4.co.uk, 01678 520820
8 Core Chichester Off Roading Experience
Nr Chichester, just off the A27. All vehicles welcome. Catering and toilets on site. £20. 10-4pm. core4x4.co.uk, 07973 482990 OS Grid ref SU 786081
8 Harbour Hill Off-Road Driving Day Berkshire £30 (non-members), £20 (members). Marshalling, toilets, wheel wash and catering on site. 4x4-withoutaclub.co.uk, 07887 533168, OS grid ref SU 592639
9-20 OneLife Adventure Pyrenees Explorer Spain & France
Meet San Sevastian. Camping. £799 per person, children under 16 £150 each. onelifeadventure.co.uk, 01612 655799
8 Hill ’n’ Ditch 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Mouldsworth quarry, Mouldsworth, Cheshire (B5393)13 acres sandstone quarry - water, steep ascents and descents, rocks. Snack bar, toilets. £30. 10am-4pm. hillnditch4x4.co.uk, 0797 1326502, OS grid ref SJ 514709
8 Boxgrove 4x4 Morgan
Tinwood Lane, Boxgrove, Near Chichester, West Sussex. 80 acres of mud, gravel tracks, woodland. Catering and toilets. £26 per vehicle. 4x4driving.co.uk, 01903 812195 evenings, OS grid ref SU 926077
8 Compton Bassett 4x4 Pay ’n' Play Day
Freeth Farm, Compton Bassett, Nr Calne, Wiltshire SN11 8RD. 280 acres of woodland, mud runs, water runs, play areas and rough terrain. Catering and toilets. £20 per vehicle per day. comptonbassett4x4.webs.com, 07790 742562 OS grid ref SU 023725
14 Maxey Classic Car, Classic Bike and 4x4 Show
Quarry Lane, Maxey, Cambridgeshire. A Charity event growing in popularity, Bar, BBQ, live bands, bouncy castle. Car and driver free. £3 entry, children under 14 free. maxeycarshow.co.uk, 01778 346780
14-15 Berkshire 4x4 Show Charity event
Mereoak Lane, Grazley, Reading, Berks RG7 1JS. J11 M4. Red Dragon Monster Truck Display. Parade Of Vehicles and a Fire Stunt Spectacular are some of the events planned for this year. berkshire4x4show.co.uk
15 Landcraft 4x4 Adventure Drive
Through stunning scenery with spectacular views along forest tracks and hillsides, all on private land, available only to Landcraft near Bala, north Wales. £45 per vehicle. landcraft4x4.co.uk, 01678 520820
15 Explore Off-Road, Silverdale Pay & Play Day
Silverdale. Just off A525 near Keele university, Newcastle-under-Lyme. 53 acres of woodland, steep hills and mud. £25 per vehicle. exploreoffroad.com, 07970 286881, OS grid ref SJ 807464
15 Foxham 4x4 Driving Day
The terrain consists of very steep woodland and rough open terrain combined with man-made obstacles. Spectators are not allowed on the track but there is a spectating area. Onsite jetwash is available. All drivers must be members (annual membership £5 per driver). Off A3102 between Foxham and Crabacre. £20 per vehicle. foxham4x4.co.uk, 07834 603355, OS grid ref ST 975775
15 Muddy Bottom 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Blackwater Lane, Minstead, New Forest. The site comprises all aspects of off-roading, set in woodland. Toilet, catering van. To join Muddy Bottom costs £15 per year, plus £25 per vehicle per day. muddybottom4x4.com, 07925 225065, OS grid ref SU 285115
21-22 Tracks Overland Wales Adventure
Two day driving experience on beautiful little known track with experienced instructors. £100. tracksoverland.com 07884472884
22 Compton Bassett 4x4 Pay ’n' Play Day
Freeth Farm, Compton Bassett, Nr Calne, Wiltshire SN11 8RD. 280 acres of woodland, mud runs, water runs, play areas and rough terrain. Catering and toilets. £20 per vehicle per day. comptonbassett4x4.webs.com, 07790 742562 OS grid ref SU 023725
24-30 Manby Land Rover Show
Manby Motorplex, Manby, Nr Louth, Lincolnshire LN11 8UZ Trade Stands, Autojumble, The Famous Manby Mud Run, Club Stands. lrshow.co.uk. 01427 616200
27-30 North Wales Land Rover Club Interclub Weekend
Plas Einion Farm, Llanfair Dyffryn Clwyd, just to the South of the historic market town of Ruthin in the Vale of Clwyd CCV, RTV and Tyro trials. Evening entertainment will be provided on Saturday and Sunday nights, camping available. Interclub@NWLRC.co.uk O7933 795275 OS grid reference SJ130543
29 Cowm Leisure 4x4 Play Day
Cowm Quarry nr Whitworth, Rochdale, Lancashire OL12 8XG. On the A671 between Rochdale and Bacup. Snack bar and toilets. £25. cowmleisure.com, 07970 717764v
29 Hill ’n’ Ditch 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Mouldsworth quarry, Mouldsworth, Cheshire (B5393)13 acres sandstone quarry - water, steep ascents and descents, rocks. Snack bar, toilets. £30. 10am-4pm. hillnditch4x4.co.uk, 0797 1326502, OS grid ref SJ 514709
29 Kirton Off Road Centre Pay and Play day
Gainsthorpe Road, Kirton Lindsey, Gainsborough DN21 4JH. 500 acres with terrain suitable for novices and experts. £40. Catering and toilets. korc.co.uk, 07821 333947, OS grid ref SD 945016
29 Muddy Mates 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Childrey Quarry, on B4507 near Wantage, Oxon. Old Chalk quarry, suitable for novices and experts. Burger van, toilets. £15 per car plus £2 per extra driver. muddymates4x4.com, 07518 739988 OS Grid ref SU 372869
29 Ultimate Fun Day
Hardwick Quarry, A520 Leek Road, Weston Coyney ST11 9EX. 40 acre site with mud, water and steep hills. Toilets and catering. 07966 412028 SJ 955 442
September 2010
4/5 OneLife Adventure Yorkshire
Camping. £140 per vehicle including camping fees, guiding and support. onelifeadventure.co.uk, 01612 655799
5 Piccadilly Wood Pay and Play Day
Colwood Lane, Bolney, West Sussex RH17 5QQ (just off A23). 40 acres of challenging terrain. £25 per vehicle.10am-4pm. Free tractor rescue, tea bar. piccadillywood4x4.co.uk, 01444 461690
5 Muddy Bottom 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Blackwater Lane, Minstead, New Forest. The site comprises all aspects of off-roading, set in woodland. Toilet, catering van. To join Muddy Bottom costs £15 per year, plus £25 per vehicle per day. muddybottom4x4.com, 07925 225065, OS grid ref SU 285115
5 Buildwas Leisure 4x4 Pay ’n’ Play Fun Day
Buildwas Leisure 4x4 Off Road Centre, Marnwood, Buildwas Road, Ironbridge, Shropshire TF8 7BJ. buildwasleisure.co.uk, 07831 398763
5 Minety 4x4 Club
Minety, Malmesbury, Wiltshire SN16 9RP. Off B4040. 10am-4pm. £25 per vehicle, £5 annual membership, £5 additional drivers. Catering, toilets and road-legal wash on site. minety4x4.co.uk, 01666 860938, OS grid ref SU 013893 OS grid ref SJ 017647
5 Bala Off Road Driving Day
Bala, north Wales. £30 per day, £20 afternoon only. Entrance on B4401. balaoffroad.co.uk, 07850 800709, OS grid ref SH 964364
11-12 LRO Show (The Big One)
East of England Showground, Peterborough – great facilities and easy access to the adjacent A1. The LRO Show will have everything you’d expect from a world-class Land Rover exhibition: trade stands, arena action, off-road course and camping. lroshow.com, 0871 230 7152 (24hr ticketline), 01775 768661
12 Landcraft 4x4 Adventure Drive
Through stunning scenery with spectacular views along forest tracks and hillsides, all on private land, available only to Landcraft near Bala, north Wales. £45 per vehicle. landcraft4x4.co.uk, 01678 520820
12 Core Chichester Off Roading Experience
Nr Chichester, just off the A27. All vehicles welcome. Catering and toilets on site. £20. 10-4pm. core4x4.co.uk, 07973 482990 OS Grid ref SU 786081
12 Compton Bassett 4x4 Pay ’n' Play Day
Freeth Farm, Compton Bassett, Nr Calne, Wiltshire SN11 8RD. 280 acres of woodland, mud runs, water runs, play areas and rough terrain. Catering and toilets. £20 per vehicle per day. comptonbassett4x4.webs.com, 07790 742562 OS grid ref SU 023725
12 Harbour Hill Off-Road Driving Day Berkshire. £30 (non-members), £20 (members). Marshalling, toilets, wheel wash and catering on site. 4x4-withoutaclub.co.uk, 07887 533168, OS grid ref SU 592639
12 Hill ’n’ Ditch 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Mouldsworth quarry, Mouldsworth, Cheshire (B5393)13 acres sandstone quarry - water, steep ascents and descents, rocks. Snack bar, toilets. £30. 10am-4pm. hillnditch4x4.co.uk, 0797 1326502, OS grid ref SJ 514709
12 Boxgrove 4x4 Morgan
Tinwood Lane, Boxgrove, Near Chichester, West Sussex. 80 acres of mud, gravel tracks, woodland. Catering and toilets. £26 per vehicle. 4x4driving.co.uk, 01903 812195 evenings, OS grid ref SU 926077
18-19 Tracks Overland Wales Adventure
Two day driving experience on beautiful little known track with experienced instructors. £100. tracksoverland.com 07884472884
18 – 26 The Landy Rally
is a unique charity event, covering 2800 miles and visiting 11 countries in nine days: Holland, Belgium, Luxembourg, France, Germany, Austria, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, Italy (via Stevio Pass), Andorra and Spain. This is a non-speed, part competition, part off-road driving event with 100 teams taking part. It is open to all the family and there is a choice of either campsites or hotels for the overnight stops with a get-together at the rally HQ every night. Any make or model of Land Rover vehicle is eligible but must be road-legal. Registration is advised as soon as possible to ensure a place. Entry fee £760 per vehicle per driver/co driver. Cash and trophy prizes awarded. landyrally.co
19 Garstang Autojumble and 4x4 spares Day
Hamilton House, on A586, on A6, Garstang, Preston, Lancs, PR3 0TB.Car & bike jumble with added 4x4 spares section, admission adults £3. 9am. markwoodwardclassicevents.com. 01253 407779
19 Explore Off-Road, Silverdale Pay & Play Day
Silverdale. Just off A525 near Keele university, Newcastle-under-Lyme. 53 acres of woodland, steep hills and mud. £25 per vehicle. exploreoffroad.com, 07970 286881, OS grid ref SJ 807464
19 Foxham 4x4 Driving Day
The terrain consists of very steep woodland and rough open terrain combined with man-made obstacles. Spectators are not allowed on the track but there is a spectating area. Onsite jetwash is available. All drivers must be members (annual membership £5 per driver). Off A3102 between Foxham and Crabacre. £20 per vehicle. foxham4x4.co.uk, 07834 603355, OS grid ref ST 975775
19 Muddy Bottom 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Blackwater Lane, Minstead, New Forest. The site comprises all aspects of off-roading, set in woodland. Toilet, catering van. To join Muddy Bottom costs £15 per year, plus £25 per vehicle per day. muddybottom4x4.com, 07925 225065, OS grid ref SU 285115
19 Devil’s Pit Experience Open Day
Barton-Le-Clay, Nr Luton, Bedfordshire. 60 acres with three courses from gentle slopes to sheer drops. devilspit.co.uk, 01582 883349, OS grid ref TL 078297
19 2010 LRS Challenge Championship
Holymoorside, Chesterfield, Derbys. S42 7BS, fifth of six events organised by the Viking Four Wheel Drive Club and Midland Offroad Club, around the Midlands. The Punch card events are split into three classes, Limited Modifications. Modified. Unlimited Modifications. £40 per event. lrschallenge.co.uk 07714 154857 OS grid ref SK 317 705
19 The Challenger 4x4 Championship
A series of six one day challenge events aimed at the newcomer and teams who do not wish to compete at a national level. A handicap system will operate allowing teams with all levels of experience to compete. Trophies will be awarded to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place in each class. £60 per car per event. £320 to pre-enter complete series. Venue to be confirmed. sales@challenger4x4.com 01252 325930/07836 713677
25-26 Phoenix Land Rover Club Abingdon 4x4 Festival
Dalton Barracks, Abingdon. There are trade stands selling everything from car bits to handbags. Childrens' amusements, arena with with demonstrations, parades, and fun events. Camping available with fresh water and toilets provided. abingdon4x4festival.com. 08448 849990 GPS north 51° 40.640.601 westerly 1°18.870 for the entrance gate.
26 Cowm Leisure 4x4 Play Day
Cowm Quarry nr Whitworth, Rochdale, Lancashire OL12 8XG. On the A671 between Rochdale and Bacup. Snack bar and toilets. £25. cowmleisure.com, 07970 717764
26 Hill ’n’ Ditch 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Mouldsworth quarry, Mouldsworth, Cheshire (B5393)13 acres sandstone quarry - water, steep ascents and descents, rocks. Snack bar, toilets. £30. 10am-4pm. hillnditch4x4.co.uk, 0797 1326502, OS grid ref SJ 514709
26 Kirton Off Road Centre Pay and Play day
Gainsthorpe Road, Kirton Lindsey, Gainsborough DN21 4JH. 500 acres with terrain suitable for novices and experts. £40. Catering and toilets. korc.co.uk, 07821 333947, OS grid ref SD 945016
26 Compton Bassett 4x4 Pay ’n' Play Day
Freeth Farm, Compton Bassett, Nr Calne, Wiltshire SN11 8RD. 280 acres of woodland, mud runs, water runs, play areas and rough terrain. Catering and toilets. £20 per vehicle per day. comptonbassett4x4.webs.com, 07790 742562 OS grid ref SU 023725
26 Muddy Mates 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Childrey Quarry, on B4507 near Wantage, Oxon. Old Chalk quarry, suitable for novices and experts. Burger van, toilets. £15 per car plus £2 per extra driver. muddymates4x4.com, 07518 739988 OS Grid ref SU 372869
26 Ultimate Fun Day
Hardwick Quarry, A520 Leek Road, Weston Coyney ST11 9EX. 40 acre site with mud, water and steep hills. Toilets and catering. 07966 412028 SJ 955 442
October 2010
2 Kielder 4x4 Safari
A family orientated event run by the Northumberland National Park Mountain Rescue Team in partnership with the Forestry Commission. Drive the challenging and rough trails though the Kielder and Wark Forests plus a disused quarry. £50 per vehicle including a cooked breakfast for the driver. Gton.co.uk
2-10 LRO Adventure Club Morocco safari
Amazing 17-day trip, 10 days spent exploring the stunning Moroccan scenery in your own Land Rover. Across the Atlas Mountains and into the Erg Chebbii dunes before heading off to explore the ancient city of Fes. With professional ProTrax guides and support vehicles throughout the trip, this is an unforgettable LROAC experience. £1085 per vehicle based on two people per vehicle, includes entry fee, support vehicles and guides, ferry from Algeciras-Ceuta and return and all camp site fees in Morocco. Children under 9 years go free, additional passengers £150 per person. If the Portsmouth to Bilbao ferry option is preferred the approximate cost is £525. (August trip incurs an extra £325 to cover higher ferry and camp fees).lroac.com, 01858 535552
3 Newbury 4x4 and vintage spares day
Newbury Showground, 1/4 mile of junction 13 M4/A34, Chieveley, Berks, RG18 9QZ
Biggest land Rover jumble in Europe, new and used Land Rover parts and accessories from Series I to present day plus vintage spares section. Aadmission adults £6, under 14’s free. 10am. newbury4x4andvintagesparesday.com 01253 407779
3 Piccadilly Wood Pay and Play Day
Colwood Lane, Bolney, West Sussex RH17 5QQ (just off A23). 40 acres of challenging terrain. £25 per vehicle.10am-4pm. Free tractor rescue, tea bar. piccadillywood4x4.co.uk, 01444 461690
3 Muddy Bottom 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Blackwater Lane, Minstead, New Forest. The site comprises all aspects of off-roading, set in woodland. Toilet, catering van. To join Muddy Bottom costs £15 per year, plus £25 per vehicle per day. muddybottom4x4.com, 07925 225065, OS grid ref SU 285115
3 Buildwas Leisure 4x4 Pay ’n’ Play Fun Day
Buildwas Leisure 4x4 Off Road Centre, Marnwood, Buildwas Road, Ironbridge, Shropshire TF8 7BJ. buildwasleisure.co.uk, 07831 398763 OS grid ref SJ 017647
3 Minety 4x4 Club
Minety, Malmesbury, Wiltshire SN16 9RP. Off B4040. 10am-4pm. £25 per vehicle, £5 annual membership, £5 additional drivers. Catering, toilets and road-legal wash on site. minety4x4.co.uk, 01666 860938, OS grid ref SU 013893
3 Bala Off Road Driving Day
Bala, north Wales. £30 per day, £20 afternoon only. Entrance on B4401. balaoffroad.co.uk, 07850 800709, OS grid ref SH 964364
10 Landcraft 4x4 Adventure Drive
Through stunning scenery with spectacular views along forest tracks and hillsides, all on private land, available only to Landcraft near Bala, north Wales. £45 per vehicle. landcraft4x4.co.uk, 01678 520820
10 Skipton 4x4 And Vintage Spares Day
Skipton Auction Mart, Gargrave Rd, Skipton, N Yorks, BD23 1UD new and used land rover parts plus vintage spares section, onsite café. Adults £4. 10am. newbury4x4andvintagesparesday.com 01253 407779
10 Core Chichester Off Roading Experience
Nr Chichester, just off the A27. All vehicles welcome. Catering and toilets on site. £20. 10-4pm. core4x4.co.uk, 07973 482990 OS Grid ref SU 786081
10 Hill ’n’ Ditch 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Mouldsworth quarry, Mouldsworth, Cheshire (B5393)13 acres sandstone quarry - water, steep ascents and descents, rocks. Snack bar, toilets. £30. 10am-4pm. hillnditch4x4.co.uk, 0797 1326502, OS grid ref SJ 514709
10 Boxgrove 4x4 Morgan
Tinwood Lane, Boxgrove, Near Chichester, West Sussex. 80 acres of mud, gravel tracks, woodland. Catering and toilets. £26 per vehicle. 4x4driving.co.uk, 01903 812195 evenings, OS grid ref SU 926077
10 Compton Bassett 4x4 Pay ’n' Play Day
Freeth Farm, Compton Bassett, Nr Calne, Wiltshire SN11 8RD. 280 acres of woodland, mud runs, water runs, play areas and rough terrain. Catering and toilets. £20 per vehicle per day. comptonbassett4x4.webs.com, 07790 742562 OS grid ref SU 023725
10 Harbour Hill Off-Road Driving Day Berkshire. £30 (non-members), £20 (members). Marshalling, toilets, wheel wash and catering on site. 4x4-withoutaclub.co.uk, 07887 533168, OS grid ref SU 592639
10 Devil’s Pit Experience Open Day
Barton-Le-Clay, Nr Luton, Bedfordshire. 60 acres with three courses from gentle slopes to sheer drops. devilspit.co.uk, 01582 883349, OS grid ref TL 078297
17 Explore Off-Road, Silverdale Pay & Play Day
Silverdale. Just off A525 near Keele university, Newcastle-under-Lyme. 53 acres of woodland, steep hills and mud. £25 per vehicle. exploreoffroad.com, 07970 286881, OS grid ref SJ 807464
17 Foxham 4x4 Driving Day
The terrain consists of very steep woodland and rough open terrain combined with man-made obstacles. Spectators are not allowed on the track but there is a spectating area. Onsite jetwash is available. All drivers must be members (annual membership £5 per driver). Off A3102 between Foxham and Crabacre. £20 per vehicle. foxham4x4.co.uk, 07834 603355, OS grid ref ST 975775
17 Muddy Bottom 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Blackwater Lane, Minstead, New Forest. The site comprises all aspects of off-roading, set in woodland. Toilet, catering van. To join Muddy Bottom costs £15 per year, plus £25 per vehicle per day. muddybottom4x4.com, 07925 225065, OS grid ref SU 285115
17 2010 LRS Challenge Championship
Woodhouse, Brosley, Shropshire. TF12 5AE, last of six events organised by the Viking Four Wheel Drive Club and Midland Offroad Club, around the Midlands. The Punch card events are split into three classes, Limited Modifications. Modified. Unlimited Modifications. £40 per event. lrschallenge.co.uk 07714 154857 OS grid ref SJ 682 017
23-24 OneLife Adventure Wales
Camping. £140 per vehicle including camping fees, guiding and support. .onelifeadventure.co.uk, 01612 655799
23-24 Tracks Overland Wales Adventure
Two day driving experience on beautiful little known track with experienced instructors. £100. tracksoverland.com 07884472884
Oct13 – Nov 1
LRO Adventure Club Morocco Coast and Desert Safari
Introducing our new safari route across the Atlas mountains – Starting at Meknes down to Todra Gorge, across to Zagora, down to Mahmid and across the Dakar route to Foum Zaguid, down towards Tan Tan and run alongside the coast and beach up towards Agadir before crossing the Tazi ne Tiznet pass and into Marrakech before heading north back to the ferry. Amazing mountain roads, driving on the Atlantic shoreline, camping by the sea and much more to tempt both newcomers and previous adventurers alike. This is primarily a camping trip but there will be occasions where you can opt for a hotel or similar if you wish.lroac.com, 01858 535552
24 Compton Bassett 4x4 Pay ’n' Play Day
Freeth Farm, Compton Bassett, Nr Calne, Wiltshire SN11 8RD. 280 acres of woodland, mud runs, water runs, play areas and rough terrain. Catering and toilets. £20 per vehicle per day. comptonbassett4x4.webs.com, 07790 742562 OS grid ref SU 023725
24 The Challenger 4x4 Championship
A series of six one day challenge events aimed at the newcomer and teams who do not wish to compete at a national level. A handicap system will operate allowing teams with all levels of experience to compete. Trophies will be awarded to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place in each class. £60 per car per event. £320 to pre-enter complete series. Venue to be confirmed. sales@challenger4x4.com 01252 325930/07836 713677
31 Hill ’n’ Ditch 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Mouldsworth quarry, Mouldsworth, Cheshire (B5393)13 acres sandstone quarry - water, steep ascents and descents, rocks. Snack bar, toilets. £30. 10am-4pm. hillnditch4x4.co.uk, 0797 1326502, OS grid ref SJ 514709
31 Cowm Leisure 4x4 Play Day
Cowm Quarry nr Whitworth, Rochdale, Lancashire OL12 8XG. On the A671 between Rochdale and Bacup. Snack bar and toilets. £25. cowmleisure.com, 07970 717764
31 Kirton Off Road Centre Pay and Play day
Gainsthorpe Road, Kirton Lindsey, Gainsborough DN21 4JH. 500 acres with terrain suitable for novices and experts. £40. Catering and toilets. korc.co.uk, 07821 333947, OS grid ref SD 945016
31 Muddy Mates 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Childrey Quarry, on B4507 near Wantage, Oxon. Old Chalk quarry, suitable for novices and experts. Burger van, toilets. £15 per car plus £2 per extra driver. muddymates4x4.com, 07518 739988 OS Grid ref SU 372869
31 Ultimate Fun Day
Hardwick Quarry, A520 Leek Road, Weston Coyney ST11 9EX. 40 acre site with mud, water and steep hills. Toilets and catering. 07966 412028 SJ 955 442
November
7 Piccadilly Wood Pay and Play Day
Colwood Lane, Bolney, West Sussex RH17 5QQ (just off A23). 40 acres of challenging terrain. £25 per vehicle.10am-4pm. Free tractor rescue, tea bar. piccadillywood4x4.co.uk, 01444 461690
7 Muddy Bottom 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Blackwater Lane, Minstead, New Forest. The site comprises all aspects of off-roading, set in woodland. Toilet, catering van. To join Muddy Bottom costs £15 per year, plus £25 per vehicle per day. muddybottom4x4.com, 07925 225065, OS grid ref SU 285115
7 Buildwas Leisure 4x4 Pay ’n’ Play Fun Day
Buildwas Leisure 4x4 Off Road Centre, Marnwood, Buildwas Road, Ironbridge, Shropshire TF8 7BJ. buildwasleisure.co.uk, 07831 398763 OS grid ref SJ 017647
7 Minety 4x4 Club
Minety, Malmesbury, Wiltshire SN16 9RP. Off B4040. 10am-4pm. £25 per vehicle, £5 annual membership, £5 additional drivers. Catering, toilets and road-legal wash on site. minety4x4.co.uk, 01666 860938, OS grid ref SU 013893
7 Bala Off Road Driving Day
Bala, north Wales. £30 per day, £20 afternoon only. Entrance on B4401. balaoffroad.co.uk, 07850 800709, OS grid ref SH 964364
7 Devil’s Pit Experience Open Day
Barton-Le-Clay, Nr Luton, Bedfordshire. 60 acres with three courses from gentle slopes to sheer drops. devilspit.co.uk, 01582 883349, OS grid ref TL 078297
9 – 2 December
One Live Fezzan Explorer Libya
Mainly camping with guiding and support. £1950 per person, children under 16 £450 each. .onelifeadventure.co.uk, 01612 655799
14 Landcraft 4x4 Adventure Drive
Through stunning scenery with spectacular views along forest tracks and hillsides, all on private land, available only to Landcraft near Bala, north Wales. £45 per vehicle. landcraft4x4.co.uk, 01678 520820
14 Core Chichester Off Roading Experience
Nr Chichester, just off the A27. All vehicles welcome. Catering and toilets on site. £20. 10-4pm. core4x4.co.uk, 07973 482990 OS Grid ref SU 786081
14 Hill ’n’ Ditch 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Mouldsworth quarry, Mouldsworth, Cheshire (B5393)13 acres sandstone quarry - water, steep ascents and descents, rocks. Snack bar, toilets. £30. 10am-4pm. hillnditch4x4.co.uk, 0797 1326502, OS grid ref SJ 514709
14 Boxgrove 4x4 Morgan
Tinwood Lane, Boxgrove, Near Chichester, West Sussex. 80 acres of mud, gravel tracks, woodland. Catering and toilets. £26 per vehicle. 4x4driving.co.uk, 01903 812195 evenings, OS grid ref SU 926077
14 Compton Bassett 4x4 Pay ’n' Play Day
Freeth Farm, Compton Bassett, Nr Calne, Wiltshire SN11 8RD. 280 acres of woodland, mud runs, water runs, play areas and rough terrain. Catering and toilets. £20 per vehicle per day. comptonbassett4x4.webs.com, 07790 742562 OS grid ref SU 023725
14 Harbour Hill Off-Road Driving Day Berkshire. £30 (non-members), £20 (members). Marshalling, toilets, wheel wash and catering on site. 4x4-withoutaclub.co.uk, 07887 533168, OS grid ref SU 592639
20-21 Tracks Overland Wales Adventure
Two day driving experience on beautiful little known track with experienced instructors. £100. tracksoverland.com 07884472884
21 Explore Off-Road, Silverdale Pay & Play Day
Silverdale. Just off A525 near Keele university, Newcastle-under-Lyme. 53 acres of woodland, steep hills and mud. £25 per vehicle. exploreoffroad.com, 07970 286881, OS grid ref SJ 807464
21 Foxham 4x4 Driving Day
The terrain consists of very steep woodland and rough open terrain combined with man-made obstacles. Spectators are not allowed on the track but there is a spectating area. Onsite jetwash is available. All drivers must be members (annual membership £5 per driver). Off A3102 between Foxham and Crabacre. £20 per vehicle. foxham4x4.co.uk, 07834 603355, OS grid ref ST 975775
21 Muddy Bottom 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Blackwater Lane, Minstead, New Forest. The site comprises all aspects of off-roading, set in woodland. Toilet, catering van. To join Muddy Bottom costs £15 per year, plus £25 per vehicle per day. muddybottom4x4.com, 07925 225065, OS grid ref SU 285115
28 Cowm Leisure 4x4 Play Day
Cowm Quarry nr Whitworth, Rochdale, Lancashire OL12 8XG. On the A671 between Rochdale and Bacup. Snack bar and toilets. £25. cowmleisure.com, 07970 717764
28 Hill ’n’ Ditch 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Mouldsworth quarry, Mouldsworth, Cheshire (B5393)13 acres sandstone quarry - water, steep ascents and descents, rocks. Snack bar, toilets. £30. 10am-4pm. hillnditch4x4.co.uk, 0797 1326502, OS grid ref SJ 514709
28 Kirton Off Road Centre Pay and Play day
Gainsthorpe Road, Kirton Lindsey, Gainsborough DN21 4JH. 500 acres with terrain suitable for novices and experts. £40. Catering and toilets. korc.co.uk, 07821 333947, OS grid ref SD 945016
28 Compton Bassett 4x4 Pay ’n' Play Day
Freeth Farm, Compton Bassett, Nr Calne, Wiltshire SN11 8RD. 280 acres of woodland, mud runs, water runs, play areas and rough terrain. Catering and toilets. £20 per vehicle per day. comptonbassett4x4.webs.com, 07790 742562 OS grid ref SU 023725
28 Muddy Mates 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Childrey Quarry, on B4507 near Wantage, Oxon. Old Chalk quarry, suitable for novices and experts. Burger van, toilets. £15 per car plus £2 per extra driver. muddymates4x4.com, 07518 739988 OS Grid ref SU 372869
28 Ultimate Fun Day
Hardwick Quarry, A520 Leek Road, Weston Coyney ST11 9EX. 40 acre site with mud, water and steep hills. Toilets and catering. 07966 412028 SJ 955 442
December
5 Piccadilly Wood Pay and Play Day
Colwood Lane, Bolney, West Sussex RH17 5QQ (just off A23). 40 acres of challenging terrain. £25 per vehicle.10am-4pm. Free tractor rescue, tea bar. piccadillywood4x4.co.uk, 01444 461690
5 Muddy Bottom 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Blackwater Lane, Minstead, New Forest. The site comprises all aspects of off-roading, set in woodland. Toilet, catering van. To join Muddy Bottom costs £15 per year, plus £25 per vehicle per day. muddybottom4x4.com, 07925 225065, OS grid ref SU 285115
5 Buildwas Leisure 4x4 Pay ’n’ Play Fun Day
Buildwas Leisure 4x4 Off Road Centre, Marnwood, Buildwas Road, Ironbridge, Shropshire TF8 7BJ. buildwasleisure.co.uk, 07831 398763 OS grid ref SJ 017647
5 Minety 4x4 Club
Minety, Malmesbury, Wiltshire SN16 9RP. Off B4040. 10am-4pm. £25 per vehicle, £5 annual membership, £5 additional drivers. Catering, toilets and road-legal wash on site. minety4x4.co.uk, 01666 860938, OS grid ref SU 013893
5 Bala Off Road Driving Day
Bala, north Wales. £30 per day, £20 afternoon only. Entrance on B4401. balaoffroad.co.uk, 07850 800709, OS grid ref SH 964364
5 Devil’s Pit Experience Open Day
Barton-Le-Clay, Nr Luton, Bedfordshire. 60 acres with three courses from gentle slopes to sheer drops. devilspit.co.uk, 01582 883349, OS grid ref TL 078297
12 Landcraft 4x4 Adventure Drive
Through stunning scenery with spectacular views along forest tracks and hillsides, all on private land, available only to Landcraft near Bala, north Wales. £45 per vehicle. landcraft4x4.co.uk, 01678 520820
12 Core Chichester Off Roading Experience
Nr Chichester, just off the A27. All vehicles welcome. Catering and toilets on site. £20. 10-4pm. core4x4.co.uk, 07973 482990 OS Grid ref SU 786081
12 Hill ’n’ Ditch 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Mouldsworth quarry, Mouldsworth, Cheshire (B5393)13 acres sandstone quarry - water, steep ascents and descents, rocks. Snack bar, toilets. £30. 10am-4pm. hillnditch4x4.co.uk, 0797 1326502, OS grid ref SJ 514709
12 Boxgrove 4x4 Morgan
Tinwood Lane, Boxgrove, Near Chichester, West Sussex. 80 acres of mud, gravel tracks, woodland. Catering and toilets. £26 per vehicle. 4x4driving.co.uk, 01903 812195 evenings, OS grid ref SU 926077
12 Compton Bassett 4x4 Pay ’n' Play Day
Freeth Farm, Compton Bassett, Nr Calne, Wiltshire SN11 8RD. 280 acres of woodland, mud runs, water runs, play areas and rough terrain. Catering and toilets. £20 per vehicle per day. comptonbassett4x4.webs.com, 07790 742562 OS grid ref SU 023725
12 Harbour Hill Off-Road Driving Day Berkshire. £30 (non-members), £20 (members). Marshalling, toilets, wheel wash and catering on site. 4x4-withoutaclub.co.uk, 07887 533168, OS grid ref SU 592639
19 Explore Off-Road, Silverdale Pay & Play Day
Silverdale. Just off A525 near Keele university, Newcastle-under-Lyme. 53 acres of woodland, steep hills and mud. £25 per vehicle. exploreoffroad.com, 07970 286881, OS grid ref SJ 807464
19 Foxham 4x4 Driving Day
The terrain consists of very steep woodland and rough open terrain combined with man-made obstacles. Spectators are not allowed on the track but there is a spectating area. Onsite jetwash is available. All drivers must be members (annual membership £5 per driver). Off A3102 between Foxham and Crabacre. £20 per vehicle. foxham4x4.co.uk, 07834 603355, OS grid ref ST 975775
19 Muddy Bottom 4x4 Pay and Play Day
Blackwater Lane, Minstead, New Forest. The site comprises all aspects of off-roading, set in woodland. Toilet, catering van. To join Muddy Bottom costs £15 per year, plus £25 per vehicle per day. muddybottom4x4.com, 07925 225065, OS grid ref SU 285115
26 Ultimate Fun Day
Hardwick Quarry, A520 Leek Road, Weston Coyney ST11 9EX. 40 acre site with mud, water and steep hills. Toilets and catering. 07966 412028 SJ 955 442
Namibia Adventure Fly-drive desert and sand driving adventure with Uri Adventures
(Various dates) £2000.This price includes fully equipped Land Rover – the trip is mostly camping; all accommodation and all food when camping. Flights, insurance, fuel, additional meals and personal expenses to be paid for separately. Contact: namibinfo@tiscali.co.uk.Tel: 01778 346780 (Various dates)
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