Is the Porsche Experience Centre just for Porsche customers?

No. The Porsche Experience Centre is open to anyone with an interest in improving their driving abilities, or just to enjoy the Porsche Tracks and experiencing the vast range of vehicles and courses we have to offer.

All visits to the Porsche Experience Centre must be pre-booked in advance of arriving at Silverstone Circuit.

Are there any driving restrictions?

Drivers must be between the ages of 18 and 80. Please contact us in advance if you have had any convictions or disqualifications in the last 5 years.

Are there refreshments available at the Porsche Experience Centre?

The Porsche Restaurant is open all day and serves Breakfast, Lunch and Afternoon Tea. Refreshments are included in the cost of all experiences. Some of our experiences include lunch for the driving guest, so please enquire at the time of booking.

If lunch is not included there is a charge of £30.00 per person for driving and any non-driving guests joining. Breakfast, Afternoon Tea & Spectator Packages are also available to purchase if not included within your experience, please contact the team for more information and prices.

Can I use my own car?

All of our 90 Minute and Half Day Porsche Driving Experiences include specific vehicle hire, you can also choose to use your own Porsche on our tracks*.

The Porsche Track Experiences we have to offer do not include vehicle hire, you will need to arrange this with our team at an additional cost, or you can choose to use your own Porsche on the tracks*.

On specific dates each year we also run OpenDrive, this allows use of your own car, and is open to all makes and models of vehicles*. Find out more about our OpenDrive Experience.

*All vehicles are required to be UK road legal.

Can I hire a Porsche for my driving experience?

We have a vast range of Porsche models and specifications available to hire.

Vehicle hire is included in the cost of every 90 minute and half day driving experience.

Vehicle hire is not included in the cost of the Porsche Track Experiences, the prices stated are for use of your own Porsche*.

To choose a vehicle to hire from our fleet at an additional cost, please contact the team on 01327 855 911.

*All vehicles are required to be UK road legal.

Can I specify my Porsche Driving Consultants?

Yes. If you have driven with any of our Porsche Driving Consultants before please mention this at the time of the booking, we will do our best to find suitable dates for your Driving Experience where your chosen Porsche Driving Consultants is available.

What happens if my experience is cancelled due to bad weather?

The Porsche Experience Centre will proceed with all scheduled drive experiences come rain or shine. In the event of severe weather, our handling circuits may close until it has been determined safe by our Chief Driving Consultant.

Should the conditions remain unsafe, we will reschedule your experience at no cost.

Can I bring a non-driving guest?

Spectating guests are welcome to watch you on your driving experience.

All guests must be pre-booked, there may be a small spectating guest charge depending on the experience you are attending.

Can I bring my children?

Children are welcome at the Porsche Experience Centre.

Any children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a non-driving adult at all times.

Is there somewhere for non-driving guest to sit and spectate?

Yes. Spectating guests will have access to The Porsche Restaurant which overlooks the Porsche tracks and offers soft seating areas.

Our atrium has a number of Porsche models on display, guests are able to look in and around these, with the exception of some classics.

We also have our roof terrace which has a fantastic view over the Porsche tracks and Silverstone Grand Prix circuit.

Can I drive on the Silverstone Circuits as well as the Porsche track?

The following Porsche Track Experiences include a driving session on Silverstone Circuit:

• Precision Course
• Performance Course
• Master Course

Crash helmets are a legal requirement to drive on Silverstone Circuit, guests are welcome to bring their own or these can be provided by Porsche at no additional charge.

What do I wear?

We do not have a specific dress-code, however we do recommend that you dress comfortably and with sensible driving footwear.

There are lockers available on site to store any items of clothing.

If I wanted to fly down what are the nearest airports?

Our nearest airports are: Luton Airport, Birmingham Airport, East Midlands Airport, and Heathrow Airport.

We also have Turweston airport located close by for those flying in via light aircraft or helicopter.

Are we allowed to bring cameras?

We do allows cameras for use within the building and on our roof terrace.

Unfortunately cameras (including GoPro’s) are not permitted to be used in our vehicles on track.

Can I buy a Driving Experience as a gift?

Yes, our online shop enables you to purchase any of the courses as a gift experience which are all valid for12 months.

A presentation gift box option is also available for an additional £20.00.

Once purchased, the recipient can call to arrange a suitable date with our team.

What if I have to cancel my Driving Experience?

If you are not able to attend your driving experience, please call our team to discuss options to reschedule if you are within the cancellation period.

All driving experiences may be cancelled up to 30 days prior to your booking date.

Experiences cancelled within 30 days of your booking date, there may be a charge to reschedule this.

Can I transfer my Driving Experience?

Yes. You may transfer your driving experience to a new guest.

The guest must meet our insurance requirements for driving on the Porsche Tracks .

Please call the team on 01327 855 911 to discuss.

What dates are available for my Driving Experience?

All of our driving experiences operate Monday to Friday throughout the year, with a choice of start times.

We also operate selected weekend dates throughout the year.Please call the team on 01327 855 911 to check availability.