The Toyota Landcruiser Owners Club

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when i bought a 4x4 a couple years ago this course was recommended to me by a LR mate:

http://www.myerscough.ac.uk/?page=course-search&action=factsheet&reference=09XXORDMYS02P&query=&html-title=Introduction%20to%20Off%20Road%20Driving

they're  running another in feb near preston, tbh it's the best £90 i've spent.
If you're new to off road driving, or want to learn the correct techniques for 4x4 operation before you give it a go I'd recommend. it covers a bit of theory,a bit of driving, then you get your lunch and another few hours tuition, all in your own vehicle.
when i did it there were 3 cars (all lr) and 1 instructor. most things were covered (ascending/descending/side slopes/x axle/ fording), all on a small purpose built site.

IMO it's better learn the basics properly in a day on a non-damaging course in a friendly environment than to learn from your mistakes at a pay&play or out laning.

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