East Midlands: Classic Car Driving & Museum Entry

You get to actually drive the cars, not just look at them

You choose a classic car from the 29-strong collection, drive it on private roads, then explore the award-winning museum at your own pace. Entry, parking, a café voucher and a souvenir photo are all included, so the day costs nothing extra once you've booked. The East Midlands location means you can make a full day of it without the pressure of a tight itinerary.

Step-by-step itinerary

Drive classic cars and visit museum

• Arrive at car museum
• Drive classic car on private road
• Visit award winning car museum
• Enjoy food at onsite café
• Take souvenir photo
• Explore woodland walks

The Experience

The moment you realize you're not walking through a museum but walking toward a car you're about to drive — that's when it hits different. The Great British Car Journey sits in the East Midlands with 29 classics lined up, and the setup here is straightforward: you pick one, you drive it on their private road network, you keep the memory. Not a simulator, not a ride-along. You're behind the wheel of something that shaped British culture across the 1950s, 60s and 70s.

The day starts with free entry to the museum itself, which means you can walk the collection before or after your drive, depending on how you want to pace it. The cars aren't roped off behind glass — they're the ones you're choosing from. Pick a model from the lineup, get the briefing, and then you're out on the private roads. How long you spend driving depends on which car you pick and how the day flows, but it's not a rushed thing. After, there's a café on site with freshly cooked food and a voucher included, so you can sit down and actually process what just happened instead of grabbing something at a motorway services on the way home.

If you want to stretch the day further, there are woodland walks on the grounds, which some people do between the museum and the drive or after lunch. The site is wheelchair accessible throughout, parking is free, and the whole thing is built so you're not managing logistics — just showing up and driving a piece of automotive history.

What’s included

Your day includes free entry to the Great British Car Journey Interactive Museum, your choice of one classic car to drive on the private road network, free parking, a food voucher for the onsite café, and a souvenir photo to take home. Woodland walks are also available on the grounds if you want to add them to your visit.

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Drive Dad's Car

Is this one for you?This is for anyone who's ever wanted to drive a classic car but thought it was out of reach — the experience removes the hunt for a rental, the insurance questions, and the guesswork about which car to try, so you show up and drive something that actually matters.

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Top questions

Can I choose which classic car I drive?

Yes. You pick from 29 cars in the collection, spanning the 1950s, 60s and 70s. Availability depends on the day, but the selection is yours to make.

How long do I get to drive for?

The experience includes driving on the private road network, but the exact duration isn't fixed — it depends on the car and how the day flows. The museum entry and café voucher are included regardless.

Is the museum included in the price?

Yes. Free entry to the Great British Car Journey Interactive Museum is part of the experience, along with parking and a café voucher.

Can I bring children?

Yes. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, and the site is suitable for all physical fitness levels. Service animals are also welcome.

Is there food on site?

Yes. There's an onsite café with freshly cooked food and refreshments. A voucher is included with your experience.

Is the site accessible for wheelchair users?

Yes. All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, and parking is free.

What if I don't want to drive — can I just visit the museum?

The experience is built around driving a classic car, but you can explore the museum before or after your drive at your own pace.

Are there other activities on site?

Yes. Woodland walks are available on the grounds if you want to extend your day beyond the drive and museum visit.