HUSBANDS BOSWORTH HISTORY TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Take the Controls of an FV432 on a WWII Bombing Range
A one-hour Tank Driving Taster at Husbands Bosworth that lets teams of three drive an FV432 on an old WWII bombing range while learning its history.
Take the Controls of an FV432 on a WWII Bombing Range.
At Armourgeddon's Husbands Bosworth site you will spend an intense hour learning about and driving an FV432 on a tank track set within a former WWII bombing range, combining hands-on vehicle time with a brief history and instructor-led safety briefing.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Drive an FV432
Participants take turns behind the controls of an FV432 tank, driving two laps each — first with the hatch open, then again in closed-hatch 'battle' conditions using only the periscope.
A track on a WWII bombing range
The tank track is located on a former WWII bombing range, giving the driving experience a historically resonant backdrop during the instructor-led session and short history lesson.
Team-driven, hands-on format with museum access
Activities are run in teams of three with crew rotations and turret seating while others drive; participants and one passenger each receive free museum entry on the day.
What the day feels like
What it feels like
The session begins with arrival, kit-up (tank suit if needed) and a helmet, followed by a safety briefing and short history of the FV432; instructors then demonstrate controls and fit headsets as each crew member completes two laps around the track, alternating between open-hatch and closed-hatch driving while other crew enjoy the ride from the turret seat.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this fits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The experience runs for approximately one hour per group of three; sessions are available Wednesdays and Sundays from the start of April to the end of October and are weather dependent.
Participants are kitted out in a tank suit if needed, supplied with a helmet and given a headset for communication during driving.
Each driver may have one passenger (ages 8+); participants and passengers receive free museum entry on the day and spectators are welcome.
Gift vouchers are valid for 12 months from purchase; no driving licence is required to participate.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Tank Driving Taster?
The activity is approximately one hour for a group of three people, though timings are approximate as completion of set criteria can vary.
What is the minimum age to drive?
Minimum age to drive is 16 years old; passengers must be at least 8 years old.
Do I need a driving licence?
No driving licence is required to take part in the Tank Driving Taster.
Are there height and weight limits?
Yes — minimum height 4ft/122cm, maximum height 6ft 4in/193cm and maximum weight 22 stone/140kg.
Is museum entry included?
Yes; participants and any passengers receive free museum entry on the day, and spectators are welcome with museum access included.
When is the activity available during the year?
Availability is on Wednesdays and Sundays each week from the start of April to the end of October; the activity is weather dependent.