Eagles have captured the imagination of the human race for thousands of years. Their place in myth, legend & folklore is well documented & in almost every part of the world, where they come into contact with humans, they are admired. The fascination with some of the largest flying animals the earth has to offer is the same now as it has ever been, & this is your chance to see the power & grace of these animals up close. This eagle experience is an afternoon, three hour handling & flying session where participants will come into direct contact with four different species of eagle. ...

Enjoy a hands-on cookery lesson for you & a friend at The Smart School of Cookery who are well-known for their down-to-earth, practical & eager attitude to good food. This course is perfect for all ages & capabilities. This lesson will consist of just ten people with the chef therefore; he will work personally with you both & can clarify every tip & technique. After a warm welcome on arrival, you will get to meet your skilled cookery teacher who will talk your group through the day's programme & what you will all be cooking during your lesson. Then it will be your turn to get your apron on & begin cooking. During the class the chef will be available to answer any questions you may have. At the end of your session you will be able to sit down & taste what you have made over a relaxed meal with the other attendees. Again, there will be another session at the end of the day to answer any queries you may have. ...

This is a great opportunity for you to learn new cookery skills from an expert. You could be taught by Valentina Harris who is a bright & passionate authority on Italian food & has written many books on the subject. The other chefs include Franck Pontais who has appeared on Ready Steady Cook & in regular broadcasts on BBC Radio; Tiffany Goodall who demonstrates at regional & national events & Martin Blunos who has held two Michelin stars for more than fifteen years. Martin's cooking attracts journalists of leading food publications from all around the globe & he appears frequently on television & radio including Saturday Kitchen. Your half day will consist of: -* Health & safety briefing* Hygiene brief* Wash hands, put on aprons & hats* Chef will introduce themselves & explain what they are cooking* Cooking starts, everyone will prepare their food & discuss the flavours of the dishes. Themes vary but could include BBQ; Easy Entertaining; Cooking for Two; Italian; Chocolate; Desserts.* Start eating the courses of the day* Wind down & clean up* General discussion of the day, questions answered If you would like to know which chef will be teaching you, we recommend you enquire at the time of booking, as the chefs may vary occasionally from those mentioned above. ...

Enjoy a hands-on cookery lesson at The Smart School of Cookery who are renowned for their practical, down-to-earth & enthusiastic approach to good food. This course is perfect for all ages & abilities. This class will consist of just 10 people with your chef therefore, he will work personally with you & can explain every tip & technique. After a warm welcome on arrival, you will get to meet your expert cookery teacher who will talk you through the days programme & what you will be cooking during your lesson. Then it will be your turn to get your apron on & get cooking, while cooking the chef will be available to answer any questions or to generally speak about the ingrediants that you use. At the end you will be able to sit down & sample what you have made over a relaxed meal with the other attendees. Again, there will be another session at the end of the day to answer any queries you may have. ...

When it comes to womens fashion accessories, finding the ideal hat can be a complicated & sometimes frustrating affair. Not any more! With this class you can create the perfect hat to go with that perfect dress. Whether you want to make a dazzling tiara, improve upon an old favourite or make a beautiful fascinator, this choice of hat making workshops is the ideal experience to produce a hat that is as distinctive as you are. This voucher entitles you to a choice of three hat making workshops:
- Tiara making workshop: Spend a luxurious half day surrounded by beautiful beads learning the art of tiara making.
- Revamp your favourite old hat: Give your favourite or old couture a new lease of life & bring it bang up to date.
- Fascinator Workshop: Spend a girly half day creating glamorous ad exciting headwear that can be made in endless styles, shapes & sizes. Each course will be tailored to your skill level & all materials, tools & refreshments will be provided on the day. If you have something particular in mind such as a fascinator to match an outfit, please let the supplier know in advance & they will do their best to accommodate your requirements.


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With this experience you will get the opportunity to paddle either an open canoe or a kayak across the water, at some locations you will get to try both. There is such a thrill in powering yourself along with a paddle in your hands. The kayaks & canoes used are very stable & designed for tuition so you are unlikely to fall out unless you try very hard! From this half day session you will be able to take on this sport in a more in-depth way & if you really enjoy it, help you to progress on to BCU star awards. Following registration you will meet your instructor who will fit you with your equipment, including buoyancy aid, boat & paddle (spray decks are available for experienced paddlers). There will then be a full safety briefing & explanation in the use of the equipment before going onto the water. Then it is time to take to the water. You may also play some games to test your new skills. ...

With this experience you will get the opportunity to paddle either an open canoe or a kayak across the water, at some locations you will get to try both. There is such a thrill in powering yourself along with a paddle in your hands. The kayaks & canoes used are very stable & designed for tuition so you are unlikely to fall out unless you try very hard! From this half day session you will be able to take on this sport in a more indepth way & if you really enjoy it, help you to progress on to BCU star awards. Following registration you will meet your instructor who will fit you with your equipment, including buoyancy aid, boat & paddle (spray decks are available for experienced paddlers). There will then be a full safety briefing & explanation in the use of the equipment before going onto the water. Then it is time to take to the water. You may also play some games to test your new skills. ...

Llamas are unique animals, they're easy to train, they can be very sociable & they are protective of themselves & their herd. On this experience you will get to learn their fascinating history, how to handle them & their behaviour towards humans & other llamas. The main part of the experience is a trek with the llamas across beautiful countryside. Llamas walk at a gentle pace of around two miles an hour so this is a wonderfully relaxed journey. If you love your animals, the llama is definitely one you should meet. Your experience begins with an introduction to llamas followed by instruction on handling the llamas. You will then commence your trek where you walk & lead your llama through the local countryside. After the trek you may have some time back at the farm to meet the other llamas but the exact format varies depending on the location. Please check on booking. ...

This is a unique & unforgettable experience. Driving some of the world's toughest military vehicles is a thrill you will never forget. When you're in the driver’s seat you can hear the loud engine roaring & any obstacle you come across, be it a steep incline or mud swamp, is easily dealt with. Anything is passable & in these vehicles you will be having the time of your life. After you have registered there will be pre-instruction & a safety briefing on military vehicle driving before the action begins. You will choose to drive either the 4 x 4 Bedford MJ Track, BV 206 Hagglund, Russian BRDM2 or the FV432. ...

Take to the hills through tough terrain with this exhilarating Half Day Off Road experience. Jump behind the wheel of a rugged 4x 4 wheel drive vehicle & experience the thrill & pure adventure of off road driving. You’ll encounter a whole heap of steep muddy slopes, big holes & challenging gullies. You’ll need to put your best driving skills to the test as the wheels spin in the mud, the vehicle slides when you pump the breaks & the suspension is pushed to its limits over the bumps. You'll learn to drive on some of Britain's most rugged & uncompromising terrain on this unforgettable four wheel drive adventure. We have carefully selected the best off road driving locations across the country to give you the opportunity to indulge in some serious four wheel driving in beautiful, yet challenging locations. You'll learn lots of fascinating driving techniques
- such as hill starts, driving through thick mud & vehicle control on steep slippery slopes. This is an amazing experience for anyone who likes a bit of the rough stuff! Your session begins with an introductory briefing on off-roading techniques, together with an explanation of four wheel drive systems. The instructor will give a demonstration drive & then it's time for you to take the wheel! Please note at some locations there is an option to purchase damage waiver insurance on the day of your experience. In the event of an accident the damage waiver will cover all or part of the damage caused to the vehicle (s) however this will not cover damage caused by reckless or negligent driving. Further details are available on booking.
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