Step into the challenge with this competitive, team-based GPS adventure designed for groups looking to mix off-road driving with fun, fast-paced problem-solving. The 4x4 GPS Challenge blends navigation, missions, and driving tuition into one high-energy event where teams compete to score the most points—ideal for stag and hen groups or workplace teams after something different.
Each team will be equipped with a handheld Garmin GPS terminal and a list of location-based missions. You’ll start on foot, using your device to track down your car keys and locate your Land Rover Discovery TD5. Once found, your BORDA-trained instructor will guide you through some essential off-road driving skills before you head off to complete your tasks. These include physical activities, puzzle-solving, and quirky mental challenges spread across the site.
The event runs as a competition, either between teams in your group or—if your group is smaller—against others booked in at the same time. Points are awarded based on performance at each mission site, and the team with the highest total wins a celebratory bottle of bubbly. For groups of 18 or more, the session can be adapted into a longer format, splitting teams across multiple activities in morning or afternoon slots to keep everyone active and engaged.
You’ll be navigating across a 40-acre private site set in woodland near Farnsfield, Nottinghamshire. The terrain is varied, with off-road driving tracks, wooded footpaths, and wide-open areas for team tasks. The setting keeps things interesting and gives your group space to work independently without feeling crowded.
Access is via Kirklington Road just off the A617 heading towards Newark, about 200 yards from the A614 roundabout. The postcode NG22 8BP brings you close, though we recommend using the provided directions, as sat navs can sometimes mislead. On-site staff and clear signage will help you get to the right place smoothly.
All participants must be 18 or over. No driving licence is required, as all driving takes place off-road and under instructor supervision. The session is suitable for all ability levels and is designed to encourage participation, not just competition.
A basic level of fitness is useful, as some parts of the challenge involve walking across uneven ground or taking part in light physical tasks. Wear clothes and footwear suitable for outdoor activity, and bring a sense of humour—you’ll need it.
Whether you're planning a team-building session or a stag weekend with a difference, this challenge is structured to bring out everyone's strengths. It combines hands-on 4x4 driving with light-hearted missions, making it just the right mix of action and interaction.
The instructors know how to keep things moving and make sure everyone stays involved, regardless of age or experience. With the added bonus of competition, laughs, and a prize on the line, this is an event that teams talk about long after the engines are switched off.
Yes, there is free parking available at the meeting point on Kirklington Road, near Farnsfield. We’re located just off the A617 heading towards Newark—200 yards from the A614 roundabout. Once you’re nearby, look out for signage and our team.
Please note that sat navs don’t always take you to the exact entrance, so it’s a good idea to double-check the directions beforehand. We suggest allowing a bit of extra time to ensure you arrive on schedule and don’t miss any of your session time.
The 4x4 GPS Challenge is a half-day team-based activity where groups use Garmin GPS units to navigate an off-road course, locate key points, complete missions, and score as many points as possible. Each team drives a Land Rover Discovery TD5 through woodland terrain and competes to complete a range of physical and mental tasks.
It’s structured as a competition—perfect for stag or hen parties, corporate events, or mixed groups looking for something fun and engaging. At the end of the session, the winning team is rewarded with a bottle of bubbly.
Missions are varied and designed to encourage team communication, strategy, and a bit of humour. These might include logic puzzles, physical obstacle-based tasks, clue hunts, creative problem-solving, or timed challenges.
All missions are achievable and inclusive, so everyone can take part regardless of fitness or skill level. They’re spaced out across the site and accessed using your GPS device, meaning there’s a good mix of time on foot and behind the wheel.
No driving licence is required for this experience. All driving takes place on private land, and every participant receives off-road tuition before tackling the course. This means even those with no previous driving experience can take part.
The Land Rover Discovery TD5s are easy to handle, and a BORDA-trained instructor will accompany each vehicle to guide and advise throughout. Driving is shared among team members, so everyone gets a turn without pressure.
Wear comfortable, weather-appropriate outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear with good grip. The terrain is uneven in places and may be muddy or slippery depending on conditions. Layers are advised, and waterproofs can be useful in wet weather.
You don’t need to bring any special gear—GPS units, vehicles, and challenge equipment are all provided. Water and snacks are a good idea if you want to stay refreshed during the session, but not essential.
The full experience runs for approximately 2.5 hours, which includes a briefing, on-foot navigation section, off-road driving tuition, and completion of the challenge missions. Groups over 18 may be split across multiple activities to keep the event running smoothly.
Time is managed to ensure everyone gets a fair chance to drive, explore, and take part in the missions. The format is flexible and keeps momentum going without long waits between turns.
Yes, this experience is ideal for larger groups and can be adapted for groups of 18 or more. Larger bookings will typically be split into subgroups, with different teams rotating between the GPS challenge and additional activities in either the morning or afternoon.
It’s a great way to run corporate away days or group celebrations, allowing everyone to stay engaged while still enjoying some competition. Just make sure to book well in advance so staffing and equipment can be planned accordingly.
The challenge takes place on a private 40-acre off-road site near Farnsfield, with woodland tracks, open clearings, muddy paths, slopes, and rough foot trails. Each team navigates different zones to access missions and must use the vehicle and on-foot sections to reach each point.
The course is varied but well-maintained and supervised, making it suitable for beginners as well as those with prior experience. The mix of terrain helps create a memorable and realistic off-road environment.
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Farnsfield, Newark, Nottinghamshire
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