Looking for Something Different in Ireland: Your Guide to a Rally Driving Day in Monaghan – A Complete Guide

Unique Things to Do in Ireland: Drive a Rally Car in Co. Monaghan

Ask almost anyone about things to do in Ireland and the answer is the same handful of places over and over. The classics are classics for a reason, but if you want something genuinely different, you need to leave the tourist trail behind.

That's the point where this rally driving school in Scotstown comes in. Located in Scotstown, Co. Monaghan, just a short distance from Northern Ireland, the school has been giving people unforgettable days behind the wheel for more than 25 years. You drive the cars yourself, with expert instructors on hand.

What Is a Rally Driving Experience?

Rally driving is an activity day where you get behind the wheel. Forget the sidelines, you get the sound, the speed and the sideways action for yourself.

At Rally School Ireland, drivers aged 13 and over are welcome, and you don't need to have passed a driving test. 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 what's on offer:

Prices shown are a guide and can change. Unsure where to start? Call the team on +353 47 89098 or email [email protected].

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

We'll be honest: it's off the usual route. That's a big part of the appeal. It's roughly two hours from both Dublin and Belfast, so it works as a full day out from either city.

• Without big-city crowds, you get a relaxed, friendly atmosphere.
• Pair your visit with a wander around Monaghan and the surrounding area, with plenty of local hotels and attractions to choose from.
• 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

Struggling with a gift for the man who has everything? Socks, aftershave and gadgets are forgotten quickly. A rally driving gift experience is something he'll talk about long after.

It's a great fit for birthdays, anniversaries and Christmas surprises. And it isn't only for men: anybody with a taste for speed will have a blast.

The school lets you buy a voucher for a specific driving day, or let the recipient pick with an open gift voucher. Both ways, it's a present that's a day out, not something to unwrap and forget.

Stag Do Activities in Ireland That Beat Another Pub Crawl

Every best man wants an activity with a competitive edge. Few stag do activities deliver more: speed, noise and plenty of laughs before you hit the pub. You can book stag and hen parties for larger groups.

Hen Party Ideas in Ireland: A Day Out With a Difference

Not every hen do has to be a spa day or a brunch. If your group wants something more memorable, a supercar and rally day gets the laughs flowing and makes the day one nobody forgets.

Corporate Team Building Days in Ireland: Motorsport That Gets Teams Talking

Many team building events involve a lot of flip charts. A motorsport day breaks the mould: it's active, competitive and fun at any ability. It works for company teams and corporate events celebrating success, a milestone or a leaving do.

Rally Driving Experience FAQs

Where is Rally School Ireland located?

It is based in Scotstown, Co. Monaghan, H18 Y638, right on the border day trips from Dublin with Northern Ireland. It's roughly two hours from both cities.

Do I need any driving qualifications or experience?

No qualifications are required, and drivers aged 13 and over can take part. Beginners are welcome, with instructors guiding you through the day.

How much does a rally driving experience cost?

Experiences start at €295 per person for a 2–3 hour rally driving experience, and the full-day ultimate packages are €545 per person. Prices can change, so confirm before booking.

Is this a good present for birthdays or anniversaries?

Absolutely. Both specific experience vouchers and open value vouchers are available, which suits birthdays, anniversaries, Father's Day and Christmas.

Can I book for a stag, hen or corporate group?

Definitely. Larger groups of more than 4 can book as a group. Reach out to discuss your requirements, and they'll sort the rest.

Is it worth the drive from Dublin or Belfast?

Yes. It's roughly two hours each way from either city, so it suits a day trip, and the school holds a Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice award for 2024.

Ready for Something Different?

If you want a unique experience in Ireland, a day in Scotstown delivers. Browse the experiences, choose your date and book, or contact the team if you'd like help choosing.