Join us at Pre-driver Day 2026 for a fun-filled day of activities and learning to kickstart your journey behind the wheel!

We are able to offer 2026 Pre-Driver Dates at a subsidised rate thanks to the support of the Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Road Safety Partnership.

Pre-driver Day 2026

Pre-driver Day 2026

Welcome to Pre-driver Day 2026 at Mallory Park! Join us for a fun-filled day of learning the basics of driving before you hit the road. This in-person event is perfect for teens eager to start driving soon. Our experienced instructors will guide you through essential skills and safety tips to prepare you for the road. Don't miss this opportunity to kickstart your driving journey in a safe and controlled environment. See you there.

🚗 Pre-Driver Day 2026 – Event Overview

📍 Venue: Mallory Park Circuit, Leicestershire

📅 Date: Monday, 30th March 2026

🕘 Time: 09:00 – 16:00

👥 Age Group: 15–17 years (pre-licence holders)

🥪 Lunch: Attendees must bring a packed lunch

🎟️ Booking: Via Eventbrite – Leicestershire County Council Road Safety Page

🎯 Event Purpose

To prepare young people for the responsibilities of driving before they begin formal lessons, by offering practical experiences and safety education in a controlled, engaging environment.

🗓️ Proposed Schedule

Time

Activity

09:00–09:15

Arrival & Registration – Safety briefing

09:15–10:45

Driving/Theory workshops

10:45-11:00

Break

11:00–12:30

Driving/Theory workshops

12:30–13:10

Lunch Break – Packed lunch (indoor or outdoor picnic area)

13:10-14:25

Driving/Police Van/LFRS presentation

14:25-14:40

Break

14:40–15:45

Driving/Police Van/LFRS presentation

15:45–16:00

Event wrap-up session (including certificate of completion)

🔧 Workshop Details

🚘 Driving Experience

Supervised by Approved Driving Instructors (ADIs)

Basic vehicle control, steering, braking, and awareness

Small group format

🔥 Fire Service VR

Emotional impact and consequences of poor decisions

Guided by Leicestershire Fire & Rescue Service

🚓 Police Safety Camera Van

Demonstration of speed detection equipment

Discussion on speeding, consequences, and enforcement

Opportunity to ask questions and explore the van

🧠 Emotional & Distracted Driving

Explore how emotions like stress, anger, or excitement affect driving decisions.

Understand the dangers of distractions such as mobile phones, music, and passengers.

Interactive activities to simulate distracted driving scenarios.

🍷 Drink & Drug Driving

Learn about the legal limits and consequences of driving under the influence.

Understand how substances impair reaction time, judgment, and coordination.

⏱️ Testing Reactions

Hands-on activities to measure reaction times in different scenarios.

Compare sober vs. distracted or impaired responses.

Learn how reaction time affects how we react to hazards.

🚗 Choosing a Driving Instructor

Tips on selecting an Approved Driving Instructor (ADI).

What to look for: credentials, teaching style, reviews, and pricing.

Importance of building trust and communication with your instructor.

💷 Costs of Learning to Drive

Breakdown of typical expenses: lessons, theory test, practical test, provisional licence.

Budgeting advice for learners and families.

Discussion on value vs. cost when choosing instructors or packages.

🛡️ Insurance

Introduction to car insurance for young drivers.

Explanation of premiums, excess, black box policies, and named drivers.

How driving behaviour and choices affect insurance costs.

👥 Peer Pressure

Explore how friends can influence driving decisions—positively or negatively.

Role-play scenarios to practice assertiveness and safe choices.

Discussion on group responsibility and looking out for each other.

👥 Partners Involved

Leicestershire Fire & Rescue Service (VR crash experience)

Leicestershire Police (Safety Camera Van)

Approved Driving Instructors (ADIs)

Road Safety Education Team – Leicestershire County Council

Terms & conditions:

Pre-Driver Day Terms and Conditions

Venue – Mallory Park, Kirkby Mallory, Leicestershire. LE9 7QE

Time – 09:00-16:00

Once you have booked a place, you are agreeing to abide by Leicestershire County Council (LCC) & Mallory Park’s (MP) Terms & Conditions (T’s & C’s).

Please read carefully. If you have any questions, please contact The Road Safety Team on roadsafety@leics.gov.uk. You can also ask a question via our online booking form.

The course is £45.00 pp. This is non-refundable once your place has been confirmed.

Once your booking has been made, you will receive a confirmation email.

There are no catering facilities on site, so you must bring a packed lunch. Please do not bring any food containing nuts.

Please dress appropriately for the weather, as some activities are outside. Sensible shoes must be worn for driving. No crocs/sliders.

There is a strict no smoking/vaping policy operated at Mallory Park – you must leave the site to smoke or vape

Mobile phones must not be used whilst the course is in progress unless asked, they can be used at break and lunch time.

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