The Best Unusual Day Out in Ireland Your Guide to a Rally Driving Day in Monaghan (Gift Ideas, Stag and Hen Dos, Team Days)

The Best Unusual Day Out in Ireland Your Guide to a Rally Driving Day in Monaghan (Gift Ideas, Stag and Hen Dos, Team Days)

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Off the Beaten Path in Ireland: Rally and Supercar Days on the Irish Border

Ask most visitors about things to do in Ireland and the answer is the same familiar names over and over. Cliffs, castles, distilleries and pubs are brilliant, but if you'd rather have a day nobody else has planned, it's worth heading slightly off the beaten path.

That's the point where Rally School Ireland comes in. Set in Scotstown, Co. Monaghan, right on the border with Northern Ireland, the school has been a place for life-long memories for over 25 years. You take the wheel yourself, supported by experienced staff.

How Does a Rally Driving Experience Work?

A rally experience day is a hands-on motorsport day where you take control of the car. Rather than spectating, you feel the grip, the slides and the speed first-hand.

At the school in Scotstown, the minimum age is 13, and no driving qualifications are required. This makes it open to nearly everyone, from complete beginners to experienced petrolheads.

Choose Your Driving Experience

Rally School Ireland offers experiences from a half-day taster to a full day of rally, drift and supercar driving. Here's a quick overview:

Package	Price per person	Duration	What's Included
Rally Driving Experience	€295pp	2–3 hours	3 cars, 18 laps, 3 stages
Rally + Drift Driving Experience	€295pp	2–3 hours	3 cars, 18 laps, 3 stages
Subaru Rally Experience Adventure	€395pp	2–4 hours	4 cars, 24 laps, 4 stages
Mustang Driving Experience Adventure	€395pp	2–4 hours	4 cars, 24 laps, 4 stages, including a Mustang
MK2 Magic Rally Driving Experience	€455	2–4 hours	2 cars, 24 laps, 4 stages, branded jacket
Ultimate Rally + Drift Experience	€545pp	3–5 hours	6 cars, 36 laps, 6 stages
Ultimate Supercar + Rally + Drift Experience	€545pp	3–5 hours	6 cars, 36 laps, 6 stages
Stage Rally Course	€475pp	6 hours	A day-long course aimed at future stage rally drivers

Check with the school for current prices and availability. Can't decide? Call the team on +353 47 89098 or drop a line to [email protected].

A Day Trip From Dublin or Belfast That's Worth the Drive

To be upfront: it's off the usual route. That's part of the charm. It's roughly two hours from both Dublin and Belfast, so it anniversary/birthday gift experience Ireland works as a full day out from either city.

• The quieter location means more time at the wheel and less time queuing.
• Combine your driving day with a stay nearby, with accommodation and sights close to Scotstown.
• Visitors travel from across Ireland and from abroad, and many come back again.

Gift Experience Days in Ireland: Give Someone a Day Behind the Wheel

Stuck on a gift he'll actually remember? The usual presents rarely stick in the memory. An adrenaline gift is something he'll talk about long after.

It's a great fit for birthdays, anniversaries and Christmas surprises. It's not just for the lads: anyone who enjoys cars, driving or a bit of adrenaline will have a blast.

You can buy a voucher for a specific experience, or keep it flexible with an open-value voucher. Whichever you choose, it's a gift that becomes an experience.

Planning a Stag? Put the Groom Behind the Wheel

Every best man wants a day with some banter and bragging rights. Rally driving ticks every box: speed, noise and plenty of laughs before you hit the pub. You can book stag do and hen do bookings with group packages.

Planning a Hen Party? Try Something Adventurous

Not every hen do has to be the usual spa-and-prosecco routine. If the hens are up for an adventure, a supercar and rally day breaks the ice and creates stories for the group chat.

Looking for Team Building Ideas in Ireland? Try Rally Driving

Most corporate away days leave people checking their phones. Rally driving cuts through that: everyone takes part, everyone laughs and nobody sits at the back. It's also ideal for company teams and corporate events of any size, including groups larger than 4.

Rally Driving Experience FAQs

Where can I find the rally school?

The address is Rally School Ireland, Scotstown, Co. Monaghan, H18 Y638, right on the border with Northern Ireland. It's roughly two hours from both cities.

Do I need to have passed a driving test to take part?

You don't need to have passed a driving test, with participants from age 13 upwards. You don't need any motorsport background, and the team will talk you through it.

How much is a rally driving day?

A half-day rally experience starts at €295 per person, rising to €545 per person for the ultimate full-day experiences. Check with the school for current prices.

Is this a good present for birthdays or anniversaries?

Absolutely. You can buy a voucher for a specific experience or an open value voucher, which suits birthdays, anniversaries, Father's Day and Christmas.

Do you cater for group bookings?

Yes. The school has dedicated stag, hen and corporate group options. Get in touch with your group size and date, and they'll sort the rest.

Is it worth the drive from Dublin or Belfast?

For most visitors, yes. It's roughly two hours each way from either city, so it suits a day trip, with a Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice 2024 badge to its name.

Ready for Something Different?

If you're after something genuinely off the beaten path, a day in Scotstown delivers. Browse the experiences, choose your date and book, or get in touch if you're unsure.

Rally School Ireland

Scotstown, Co. Monaghan, H18 Y638

Phone: +353 47 89098

Email: [email protected]

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