Drive the NEW
Land Rover Defender

with ukLANDROVERevents, the independent Land Rover specialist off road operator.

The 'NEW' Land Rover Defender is here at North Yorkshire Off Road Centre, and YOU can come here to drive it.  Read on for details.

About our
NEW Defender Driving Experiences


Our NEW Defender is now firmly established in our small fleet of Land Rover vehicles used for 4x4 Driving Experiences on some serious terrain at our legendary cliff top off road test facility here on the North Yorkshire Coast.

You can find out about, and use, all the latest technology fitted to our high specification vehicle, which is ideal if you're thinking of buying one yourself, as you'll know which options you simply must order for your own vehicle.

There's also an option to compare NEW Defender with the previous model Defender side by side, plus we have an experience to take NEW Defender out into the 'real world', driving off road trails and a varied road test route to put the vehicle through it's paces with a qualified specialist instructor.

Half Day 4x4 Experience

£300

HALF DAY • 9.30am - 12.30pm or 1pm - 4pm
approx 2½ hours driving time

We spend the entire session off road with NEW Defender.  Introducing all the features of the vehicle, and seeing how effective the various systems are as you drive our high specification, modern, advanced 4x4 across some serious obstacles and terrain here at our specialist off road training facility on the cliff tops of the North Yorkshire Coast.

4x4 Tour Experience

£480

FULL DAY • 9.30am - 4.30pm
approx 6 hours, plus lunch break

Take the NEW Defender out on the unsurfaced trails (green lanes) of the North York Moors National Park.  With your specialist instructor alongside you, you'll drive the vehicle on a huge variety of tracks and ancient roadways, encountering rocks, mud, ruts, puddles, grass, and river crossings.  At the same time, using these trails will take you to places in the North Yorkshire countryside you'd never otherwise see.  We'll stop for lunch during the day (pub lunch options available nearby), so you'll get a break out of the vehicle.

Off Road & Tour Experience

£510

FULL DAY (9.30am - 4.30pm)
approx 6 hours, plus a lunch break

Can't decide between driving at our challenging off road centre and touring the North York Moors?  This day is for you.  We spend the morning here on site, taking the vehicle over some incredible terrain, learning how to get the best from it as we tackle impossible looking obstacles.  Then, after a break for lunch, we head out onto the trails of the North York Moors National Park to see how it all works in the real world.
There's time between all the driving for a lunch break (pub lunch options available nearby).

Defender Comparison : OLD vs NEW

£540

FULL DAY (9.30am - 4.30pm)
approx 6 hours plus a lunch break

Split the day in two, spending the morning in the Traditional Defender, and then after a lunch break (pub lunch options available nearby) we switch into the New Defender.
See how basic engineering, a manual gearbox, and live axles help you tackle serious terrain in the original go anywhere vehicle, the Land Rover Defender.  This vehicle has no electronics, not even ABS or Traction Control, so it's all about having consistent and careful application of the controls.
When we switch to the New 2020 Defender, see how modern technology combines with precision engineering to provide answers to some of the difficulties we faced in the older vehicle.  Surround cameras, adjustable traction control, hill decent control, even an off road cruise control, alongside Land Rover's famous Terrain Response System, you'll be able to make precise adjustments to the setup of the vehicle to go further and be safer.
Your instructor will introduce you to our advanced systematic way of driving off road, which means you'll always be ready for any terrain you come across.

MAKE A BOOKING

COMPLETE A BOOKING FORM ON THE ukLANDROVERevents WEBSITE

Please ensure you confirm diary availability with us before booking in

Meet your
Instructor, the New Defender,
and the other Land Rovers

Your instructor for the day will be Colin Bell of ukLANDROVERevents.

With over 2 decades of experience in off road tours, expeditions and advanced driver training, specialising in Land Rover vehicles, Colin is perfectly placed to show you how to get the most from the vehicles in a variety of scenarios.
Land Rover Specialist 4x4 Instructor • DVSA Approved Driving Instructor • 
Advanced Driving Coach/Instructor • DVSA Pass Plus Scheme Instructor

2020 NEW Defender 110 HSE D240

Our high spec vehicle has a vast array of off road technologies to ensure we can safely tackle some serious terrain.  Air suspension allows adjustment in height for various obstacles, as well as sure-footed on road performance.  The fully configurable Terrain Response system allows us to make setup changes beyond the traditional pre-set programmes.  The interior also boasts some serious driver comforts.

2013 Defender 110 County Utility Wagon 2.2 Tdci

Fully rebuilt by us in 2019/20, this is one of the last generation of the 'traditional' Defender, before production ended in 2016.  The original 'go anywhere' vehicle, it is renowned for it's off road ability, simple no frills construction, and has also in recent years become a style icon.  The engineering on these vehicles may be over 30 years old, but it's truly remarkable where they're able to drive.

2014 Discovery 4 SDV6 HSE

This is a family SUV, but still seriously capable off road.  See why people think of the Discovery as the ultimate all rounder.  The Terrain Response system helps to optimise the vehicle for whatever terrain you're tackling, and adjustable air suspension gives you the clearance you need, whilst retaining luxury car levels of comfort.  One of the most popular used buys in the Land Rover range.
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About ukLANDROVERevents

The 2020 Defender may be new, but ukLANDROVERevents are not.
For over 20 years, we've been the leading independent Land Rover specialist off road driving experience and training company in the UK.

Off Road Tours & Holidays

If you own your own Land Rover, we have a very full calendar of events throughout the year.  We offer single day Green Lane Tours, weekend Camping Tours, 2 Day Lodge Tours, and even Pyrenees Mountain Holidays, all allowing you to experience off road driving with the safety and reassurance of being in a small group led by an experienced and qualified 4x4 instructor.

4x4 Driving Experiences & Driver Training

From our long established specialist off road driving centre right on the cliff tops of the North Yorkshire coast, we offer 4x4 Driving Experiences which appeal to those wanting to try something a bit different, driving enthusiasts, potential Land Rover buyers, and even adventurous families with our Junior Driving Experiences for kids aged 10+.
We also offer both recreational and professional training, for both off road and on road drivers.

ukLANDROVERevents @
North Yorkshire Off Road Centre

Robin Hood's Bay, near Whitby

PRE-BOOKINGS ONLY.  Directions to our site will be provided when your booking is made.
Office Address:
ukLANDROVERevents
218 Cotswold Crescent
Billingham
TS23 2QN
For booking enquiries call 07787 555060 or
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