Driving – Tuition / School | Gurston Down - the BARC South West Centre

The Gurston Down Driver Tuition Days, or School Days are a perfect way to enjoy driving and learning how to drive progressively, perfecting the line on the Gurston Down course. We deploy our very best tutors and drivers to help you learn to drive progressively.

Our driving schools operate through the season and offer a full day of tuition in your own car.

By the end of the day you’ll be amazed how fast you’re driving up the hill. It’s an eye opening experience. It is a great experience in itself, but also a great way to prepare for your hill climb season, whether you are just starting or getting ready for your next season.

All our event information, pricing, dates, booking information and how to book online are available from our events calendar

Typical Schedule

8:30am – signon, helmet fitting in the restaurant

9:00am – briefing with tea and coffee

10:30am – walk the hill and understand the course, lines braking points

11:30am – in groups take two convoy runs up the hill following the driving coach

12:00am – two solo runs with the instructors viewing each corner

1:00pm – lunch provided in the restaurant

2:00pm – continue with runs, 3 runs in the afternoon with more if time allows

4:00pm – presentation, certificates, tea, coffee and cake

School Day Testimonials

“Honest John” reviews website have experienced and reviewed the Gurston Down School Days

Many thanks again for the hill climb school on Tuesday. I, along with all others I spoke to had the most fun day and it has definitely got me thinking about taking it up as a discipline. The need for a close ratio gearbox, stickier tyres and brakes that work when cold may need to be addressed but I can safely say I’m hooked. The whole day, from the second I arrived to a warm ‘Welcome to Gurston Down’ greeting from one of the marshals to the moment I left was impeccably organised with the right amount of serious chat regarding safety and large doses of fun. The facilities were also excellent, as was the catering. Full marks all round!
Mr M., Sussex

I would like to take this opportunity to thank Andrew Hext, Instructors, Marshals and Staff for a fantastic and wonderful day at the Gurston Down Drivers School. I had an extremely exciting day from the moment we turned up to the time we left. The meal at lunch time was great and not expected, so thanks to the Caterers. Big smiles and two thumbs up.
Mr M

The School day in April was excellent. Gurston’s a lovely place to come to, not just because of the glorious setting but because everyone is so friendly. Thank you for a super day.
Mr P, Bucks