Are you ready to pilot one of these awesome international race prepared Hydroplanes? This adrenaline fuelled hands on experience will have you lying face down just inches from the water making a top race speed of 67mph seem supersonic! This class of hydroplane has a huge national & international following & really is the grass roots of this amazing sport. With a constantly changing track its guaranteed to get your pulse racing! Upon arrival you will be met by your qualified instructor, who will give you a full safety briefing before leading you out to your stunning vessel. Your experience will start with piloting a race-ready Hydroplane Yamato OSY400 known as the kart of inshore powerboat racing. At the end youll get off the boat with a huge smile wanting to do it all again. All light refreshments & a buffet style lunch is included. ...

If youre looking to get that adrenaline rush then look no further. Race prepared micro cats & hydroplanes are two of the most exciting crafts that can be found on the water. Micro cats are lightweight, compact & incredibly agile semi rigid race boats & are insanely good fun. Theyre capable of hitting a top race speed of 50mph whilst achieving a turning force of nearly 3 Gs! Hydroplanes are known as the kart of inshore powerboat racing. This class of hydroplane youll be piloting has a huge national & international following & really is the grass roots of this amazing sport. This adrenaline fuelled hands on experience will have you lying face down just inches from the water & with a constantly changing track its guaranteed to put a smile on your face. Upon arrival you will be met by your qualified instructor, who will give you a full safety briefing before leading you out to your stunning vessel. Your experience will start with piloting a race-ready Hydroplane Yamato OSY400, followed by a session co-piloting a race prepared micro cat. At the end youll get off the boat with a huge smile wanting to do it all again. All light refreshments & a buffet style lunch is included. ...

How do you fancy driving a selection of cars worth over half a million pounds? If that doesnt tempt you what about a combined power output of 1752bhp? All from three cars. Youre probably now wondering what cars you get to drive. There is the Ferrari 599 GTB F1. This is considered to be the best handling Ferrari ever made by many motoring journalists. With 611bhp on tap, it can accelerate to 60mph in 3.4 seconds & onto a top speed of 205mph. Next is the Aston Martin DBS. Similar to the DB9 in looks but thats where the similarities end. The 6.0 litre V12 engine produces 510bhp which hammers the car from 0-60mph in 4.3 seconds. Then finally there is the Lamborghini LP640. In a word: shattering. Having 631bhp delivered via four wheel drive forces you back into the seat. It has so much power in fact, that under hard acceleration, the traction control system has to step in during third & fourth gear, it still wants to spin all four wheels! Get ready for a real taste of hypercars. Your experience will begin with a welcome, introduction & safety briefing on circuit driving techniques. You will then typically receive demonstration laps with an instructor. This will be followed by driving three to four laps around a two mile circuit in this dream selection: the Aston Martin DBS, the Ferrari 599 GTB F1 & the Lamborghini LP640. At the end you will be rewarded with an individual Driving Certificate. Extra driving laps & passenger rides can be purchased on the day. ...

It's difficult to explain the difference between supercars & hypercars. The best way to find out is to experience one first hand! This package lets you choose one of three cars. There is the Ferrari 458 Italia, designed for aerodynamic efficiency; the Aston Martin DBS, a car that James Bond himself chooses to drive; & the Lamborghini Aventador, the car that defines madness. Which will you choose? Your experience will begin with a welcome, introduction & safety briefing then it's time for the ride of your life. You'll be going at amazing speeds & getting a chance to see how a professional handles such a powerful machine. This is a great gift for anyone with a passion for fast cars & excitement. 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. ...

Its difficult to explain the difference between supercars & hypercars. The only way to find out the difference is to go for a ride in one. The way youre forced back into your seat as the car accelerates & the way they go around corners beggars belief. & this voucher lets you choose one of three cars to experience this thrill. There is the Ferrari 599 GTB F1, the latest & most technically advanced Ferrari ever made; the Aston Martin DBS, a car that James Bond himself chooses to drive; & the Lamborghini LP640, the car that defines madness. All three of these cars are very special but you can only ride in one, which will you choose? Your experience will begin with a welcome, introduction & safety briefing then its time for the ride of your life. Youll be going at amazing speeds & getting a chance to see how a professional handles such a powerful machine. This is a great gift for anyone with a passion for fast cars & excitement. ...

Releasing a 300HP supercharged engine onto the water is exhilarating & phenomenal. The Saber Hypercat is a powerboat like no other & is renowned for being the fastest commercial powerboat in Europe. The high performance racing design & hull configuration produces dynamic lift which not only increases acceleration but also enables it to fly between wave tops, making this one of the most extreme on water experiences around. With a one hour taster session, you will get the chance to take control of this incredible machine, whilst being encouraged to wind the speed up & try thrilling turns & wave jumping. Your experience will begin with a safety briefing & an introduction to the boat. You will then get changed into the Saber Powersports racing team kit & safety gear, then it’s onto the water to practice your driving techniques. ...

Relax for the day & enjoy the peace. Please note, due to availability some locations will only accept one voucher per day. Please check at the time of booking. You & a friend can relax for the day & enjoy this peaceful facility with full use of the spa facilities including unlimited use of the relaxation room, pool, whirlpool spa, bubble jet, steam & sauna rooms. Lunch is also included as well as a 10% discount on any treatments pre-booked. ...

Enjoy a romantic break for two in one of Macdonald Hotel's enchanting properties where each has its own charm & character. Whether you are looking for a contemporary city centre break, a romantic retreat in the country or a traditional British inn with classic timber fixtures, Mac Donald Hotels have something for everyone. You will be able to choose from a selection of their hotels throughout the country. This is an overnight stay with either a full English or continental breakfast (depending on the location you choose). This package is based on two people sharing a twin or double room. Choose from one of the following Macdonald Hotels; Scotland: Crutherland House Hotel, Glasgow; Inchyra Grange Hotel, Stirling; Houston House Hotel, Edinburgh; Forest Hills Hotel, Aberfoyle; Loch Rannoch Hotel, Perthshire; Four Seasons Hotel, Aviemore; Marine, North Berwick; Rusacks, St Andrews; Linden Hall, Northumberland; Cardrona, Peebles; Holyrood, Edinburgh. England
- The North: New Blossoms Hotel, Chester; Tickled Trout Hotel, Preston; Kilhey Court Hotel, Wigan; Swan Grasmere Hotel, Grasmere; Lymm Hotel, Warrington; Craxton Woods Hotel, Chester; Portal, Chester; Gisborough, North Yorkshire; Hill Valley, Shropshire. England
- The Midlands: Burlington Hotel, Birmingham; Hill Valley Hotel, Shropshire; Swans Nest Hotel, Stratford-Upon-Avon; Ansty Hall Hotel, Coventry; Bear, Woodstock; Alveston, Stratford-Upon-Avon. England
- The South: The Bobsleigh Hotel, Hemel Hempstead; Botley Park Hotel, Southampton; Elmers Court Hotel, New Forest; Berystede, Ascot; Savill, Windsor; Frimley, Camberley; The Haycock Hotel, Peterborough; Donnington Grove, Newbury. Please note that all locations are subject to change & availability.


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Experience the ultimate rally car, both Colin Mc Rae & Petta Solberg won the Rally Championship in a Subaru Impreza. Now it's your chance to step into their shoes & experience the amazing power, traction & control that these awesome machines have to offer. This introductory half day course is for those who want to experience the ultimate in power, traction & braking in a turbo-charged WRX Subaru. Your course starts with a safety briefing. Then your instructor for the day will teach you how to master handbrake turns, as well as how to cause & control power slides. Your course finishes with a white knuckle passenger ride with your instructor, showing you how to really take these vehicles to their limits! The session ends with a debrief during which you will receive a certificate of achievement & possibly 'a driver of the day' trophy! Programmes vary depending on the location. The person driving the car will be required to sign a disclaimer accepting liability in the event of damage to the vehicle. The driver will be given an option to purchase damage waiver cover when booking to minimise their financial exposure should there be an accident. Drivers are under no obligation to purchase this optional waiver. Full details are available at the time of booking. ...

flying a helicopter incorporates 3 different key factors: flying, navigation & observation. this three stage trail lesson will give you the opportunity to try all three & help you with the key skills needed to get your own pilot's licence! your lesson is preceded by a short flight briefing with an experienced instructor who will explain all aspects of the flight, including the effects of the controls & how a helicopter flies. once airborne you will then be allowed to take the controls & actually fly the helicopter! after this, you will be a passenger for the next two flights, this will enable you to develop the skills of navigation & observation. ...