The next time you see a big, beefy construction vehicle, you won't have to wonder what it's like to drive one - from mini diggers to articulated dump trucks, it's your chance to dig and move earth at this special site near Winchester in Hampshire, fulfilling your childhood construction dreams with engine noises and dirt included!

Start by getting to grips with a 25 ton six wheeled articulated dump truck.  A mini digger will then put your co-ordination skills to the test before moving onto a mid range excavator giving you the chance to really shift some soil.  Finally you have the thrill of flattening it all out in a big yellow bulldozer.   If that's not fun enough to finish off your day a tank ride is also included. This is just one of many driving experience days from IntotheBlue.

This experience is available as a half day session starting at either 9.00am or 1.00pm.  Allow three and a half hours for the activity.  You will spend around 40 minutes in total at the controls of the construction vehicles with approximately 10 minutes in each vehicle. Check our home page for more unusual gifts for men activities.


This activity runs from March through till October on Saturdays and selected Fridays.  Provided by an established experiences company in a safe environment using experienced instructors.  Ratio one instructor to five participants.  Complimentary tea and coffee.


Min age is 16, a UK driving licence is not required.  Warm comfortable, old clothes and sturdy footwear are recommended.  Waterproofs are advised in wet weather.  You may get dirty so a change of clothing is a good idea.


Spectating is free for children less than 10 years of age.  A £10 fee applies to spectators over 10 years of age and includes a ride in or on a tank plus tea and coffee.