Frequently Asked Questions

What should I wear on the day?

Casual clothing, it is important that drivers wear correct footwear on the day. We advise drivers to wear trainers which of standard width or thin soled shoes. Work Boots can often be too wide causing problems using the cars pedals. It is advisable to bring a jacket or warm clothing in the winter. All safety gear is supplied by LRS.

What happens on the day?

On arrival, drivers and guests will be shown to the briefing room and will register themselves with LRS. Drivers and guests are welcome to help themselves to refreshments. There is short briefing given by the instructor covering safety, day format, cars, techniques etc. The participants then move to the driving area with their instructor and the driving commences.

The instructor will be sat with the pupil at all times to give advice and tips and also for reasons of safety. Once driving has finished the participants will return to the briefing room for a debrief where the instructor will be on hand to give feedback on drivers performance for the day and answer any questions.

Are there any height or weight restrictions?

No. Our cars are fitted with adjustable drivers seats ensuring each driver can adopt the perfect driving position given their size or weight. The cars running on the day have varying sizes of seats, drivers will be able to try each seat then choose the most suitable to use for the days driving.

Can I bring spectators?

Guests and spectators are welcome at LRS for a £10 charge. We provide dedicated viewing areas for guests on our rally stages as well as a chance to attend the drivers rally briefing. Refreshments are provided throughout the day.

Where is the London Rally School located?

We're in the motor sport capital of the UK in the Oxfordshire countryside, just outside Bicester - less than 30 minutes from Oxford. View contact details, maps and directions.

Are your cars full rally specification vehicles?

Yes, we have a long history of the team competing in major rally championships and we would accept nothing less than vehicles that are fully rally spec'd. All our vehicles are professionally built to full group 4 (Ford Escort RS2000's) or group N (Subaru Impreza WRX's) specification.

What local accomodation is available?

- Top-range hotels

• Weston Manor Hotel, Weston on the Green - 01869 350621
• Hartwell House, Aylesbury - 01296 747444
• Feathers Hotel, Woodstock - 01993 812291
• The Bear Hotel, Woodstock - 01993 811124
• Fawsley Hall, Fawsley, Nr Daventry - 01327 892000
• Villiers Hotel, Buckingham - 01280 822444
• The Randolph, Oxford - 0870 400 8200
• Heythrop Park, Chipping Norton - 01608 673333
• The Oxford Hotel - 01865 489988

- Mid-range hotels

• Bignell Park Hotel, Bicester - 01869 326550
• Deddington Arms Hotel, Deddington - 01869 338364
• HopcroftsHolt Hotel, Steeple Aston - 01869 340259
• Buckingham Beales Hotel, Buckingham - 01280 822622
• Linton Lodge Hotel, Oxford - 01865 553461
• Holiday Inn, Oxford - 0870 400 9086
• The Jersey Arms Hotel, Middleton Stoney - 01869 343234
• Middle Aston House, Middle Aston - 01869 340361
• Four Pillars Hotel, Sandford On Thames - 01865 334444
• Four Pillars Hotel, Oxford - 01865 324324
• The Oxford Belfry, Milton Common - 01844 279381
• Cotswold Lodge Hotel, Oxford - 01865 512121
• St Thomas Mews - Apartments In Oxford Ltd - 01865 254000
• The Tally Ho Hotel - 01869 247170
• Local Bed and Breakfast in the area - 01869 277371 or 01869 278344.

Or alternatively you can ring the Bicester Tourist Information on 01869 369055 or Oxford Tourist Information on 01865 726871.