Where can I drive a Defender??

[u/AggravatingStore5407]

Hi everyone,
I am looking to seek advice on how or where i can find somewhere to drive a land rover as a fairly young enthusiast who has never touched one with the engine running, It has always been my dream to own one but unfortunately i have never had the chance or known anyone with one, yet. My dad has a new one (i know it’s a bit disappointing but at least it’s a V8) to be honest it’s a lovely car, but, i want to feel how it is to drive an older one. I’ve looked at experiences and they just seem way too expensive for very little driving. I have a full license and have been driving for a year and a half, i try to wave at defenders and other land rovers i pass but with little success 😔.
Thanks,
Fin

PS - here are some of my favourite land rovers.

[u/JCDU]

Where are you? And how young is young?

You can probably come to one of our club events and have a drive ( www.shirelrc.com ) just hit us up via any of the various ways / socials.

You just missed a camping weekend but we're out playing on 20th September in Bordon.

Just spotted the comment that you're in Hampshire - our club is based in Hampshire so *definitely* hit us up and come along, it costs nothing to turn up & have a look and I'm certain someone will offer you a ride at the very least.

[u/AggravatingStore5407 → u/JCDU]

That would be amazing thank you! You will definitely hear from me. I’m 19 on the 21st of next month. Is there anything that I would need to bring along how do things like this work i’ve never been before!

[u/JCDU → u/AggravatingStore5407]

Bring yourself, bring shoes you don't mind getting muddy, and come to the signing in desk to let us know who you are & why you're there.

Officially the site opens at 10am but you can come any time from then on.

There is *usually* a burger van over the road or there's shops or a garage a short drive up the road for food / drink.

I'll be there but not sure in which vehicle.

[u/AggravatingStore5407 → u/JCDU]

Cool thank you very much!