Yorkshire 6th – 10th April 2026

A five-day Pathfinder course runs at Rufforth East Airfield on the outskirts of York during the Easter break. The course runs daily from 08:30 until 16:00 from 6th to 10th April 2026. Standard tickets are now sold out for this event – our next Yorkshire event takes place in August – Register Interest here.

If you live in a sponsored county (North, East, South or West Yorkshire or North East Lincolnshire) you will pay a £70 deposit now and a further £150 on request 8 weeks before the event. All bookings require a deposit of £70. Bursaries are applied to the final payment for which you will be provided with a Coupon Code. If you DO NOT live in a Sponsored County and need a bursary in order to take part OR If you live in a Sponsored County but need additional financial support in order to take part please apply for a bursary here before booking. Once the Trustees confirm that a bursary is available you will be able complete the booking process.

In one week students of the Pathfinder Initiative achieve the essential driving competence, attitudes, and understanding to become safe drivers. Uniquely, Pathfinder is for students aged between 15-17 and their guardians. You learn in a safe, secure environment, having fun together and building understanding and trust. Alongside learning and developing core driving skills, students will learn about and practice:

• Driving and Road Safety Theory
• Dealing with Peer Pressure
• Road Risk and Safety Practice
• Advanced Driving Appreciation
• Essential Car Control
• Manoeuvring & Overtaking
• Brake and Avoid
• Speed Awareness