The Whisky Lounge are a well-established & respected independent outfit specialising in hosting informal yet massively informative tasting events throughout the UK. We are delighted to offer you the opportunity to join them at a location near you or your loved ones. This ' Beginner’s Guide' is for those who have an interest or curiosity in this iconic & aromatic spirit. During the session you will taste a variety of Gins of various types from all over the world, whilst learning all about the how’s, where’s & what for’s from one of the amiable & knowledgeable guys or gals from The Whisky Lounge. By the end of the session you will know your Pot-Stills from your Column Stills & your London Gry from your Genever & much more besides! The sessions take place in a choice of lovely venues around the country & include samples of various gins. They will last roughly 1½ to 2 hours & typically start at 7pm. ...

Are you up for scaling Europe's most challenging indoor ice wall? Picture an 8m high wall which ranges in steepness from a pleasant slab to a drastic over-hang with everything in between, inside a refrigerated unit where the average temperature is -6°C. This is the closest you will get to ice climbing & with a variety of routes it will challenge novice & accomplished climbers alike. On arrival at the venue you will meet your instructor, who will conduct a full safety briefing. Then it's time for you to get kitted up with all the safety gear before heading to the ice wall. Your climb will be under strict supervision of an instructor at all times. Tuition is on a one-to-one basis. Your experience will include 40 minutes ice climbing & a debrief. ...

Are you up for scaling Europe's most challenging indoor ice wall? On arrival at the venue you will meet your instructor, who will conduct a full safety briefing. Then it's time for you to get kitted up with all the safety gear before heading to the ice wall. Your climb will be under strict supervision of an instructor at all times & tuition is on a one to one basis. Your experience will include 40 minutes ice climbing with a 20 minute briefing. ...

Why did the flushing toilet take two centuries to catch on? Why did medieval people sleep sitting up? When were the two “dirty centuries”? Why, for centuries, did rich people fear fruit? In her brilliantly & creatively researched book, Lucy Worsley takes us through the bedroom, bathroom, living room, & kitchen, covering the history of each room & exploring what people actually did in bed, in the bath, at the table, & at the stove from sauce stirring to breast-feeding, teeth cleaning to masturbating, getting dressed to getting married providing a compelling account of how the four rooms of the home have evolved from medieval times to today, charting revolutionary changes in society. ...

For the car-mad lovers out there who want to experience motor racing on an entirely different level, this will sure to whet your appetite! With this amount of driving, you’ll have to try & catch your breath in-between these fantastic challenges. As part of your fun-packed day, you’ll enjoy six individual drives. Are you ready to drive blindfolded? So wacky you will never take that back seat driver for granted again. Be prepared to tame The Reverse Steer Head Exploder. This beast will not obey you as you race through tears of laughter. Enjoy the latest craze to sweep the auto-circus world in The Caster Car Drift Experience. The casters on the back turn this crazy vehicle into the ultimate drifting machine! The Double Decker Showdown is one of the most barking mad experiences imaginable! Imagine two cars on top of each other, with the one on top controlling the steering & the one below controlling the pedals. This will put all buses into a brand new light! Take to the wheel of an Off Road Buggy as you wobble your way around a specially built dirt track at high speed. Finally experience the sheer delight of a pro-built Saloon Stock Car on a real tarmac oval against the clock. The ultimate high speed challenge. Drive round the oval circuit for a completely hair raising finale! Your day will start with a meeting with your instructors who will fit you into your racing overalls & explain the itinerary of the day ahead including a health & safety briefing. After which you will drive six of the craziest vehicles around. To finish, you will receive a commemorative certificate & maybe even a trophy! ...

Nestled away in 32 acres of woodland & paddocks in the heart of rural Shropshire, Hoo Farm Animal Kingdom is a small family run zoo located on the outskirts of Telford. With animals such as meerkats, lemurs, snakes & owls & even African wildcats, the zoo is a fantastic day out for people of all ages. Upon arrival you will be greeted by a friendly member of the Hoo Farm team, who will introduce you to a trio of critically endangered species from Indonesia. This hour long experience begins with a close up meeting with a friendly raccoon or raccoon dog. Next, you’ll move on to the bush-tailed possum, who is always happy for a cuddle & some affection. This incredible experience ends when you meet Rae, who is a titular binturong, a bushy-tailed creature who originates from South East Asia. All participants must be able bodied & 10 years or older. ...

Nestled away in 32 acres of woodland & paddocks in the heart of rural Shropshire, Hoo Farm Animal Kingdom is a small family run zoo located on the outskirts of Telford. With animals such as meerkats, lemurs, snakes & owls & even African wildcats, the zoo is a fantastic day out for people of all ages. Upon arrival you will be greeted by a friendly member of the Hoo Farm team, who will introduce you to a trio of critically endangered species from Indonesia. This hour long experience begins with a close up meeting with a friendly raccoon or raccoon dog. Next, you’ll move on to the bush-tailed possum, who is always happy for a cuddle & some affection. This incredible experience ends when you meet Rae, who is a titular binturong, a bushy-tailed creature who originates from South East Asia. All participants must be able bodied & 10 years or older. ...

Imagine... Youre enveloped in semi-darkness, spotlights are whirling around Magna’s breathtaking structure, standing 150 feet tall. You commence the 143 step climb to the jump zone, music pumps out of speakers, & seven huge video screens project images of what you are about to experience & that’s before you’ve even taken the plunge. On arrival you will be required to complete a membership form & given a full safety briefing & will be weighed to ensure the correct bungee rope is used. You will make your way up to the top of the jump zone
- then, all thats left is for you to leap off, forwards or backwards, its up to you! Photographs & other merchandise are available to purchase on the day.
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Imagine... you're enveloped in semi-darkness, spotlights are whirling around Magna’s breathtaking structure, standing 150 feet tall. You commence the 143 step climb to the jump zone, music pumps out of speakers, & seven huge video screens project images of what you are about to experience & that’s before you’ve even taken the plunge. On arrival you will be required to complete a membership form & given a full safety briefing & will be weighed to ensure the correct bungee rope is used. You will make your way up to the top of the jump zone
- then, all that's left is for you to leap off, forwards or backwards, it's up to you! Photographs & other merchandise are available to purchase on the day.
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Ready to Scale the heights? This thrilling Rock Climbing experience is just what you need to refine your climbing & rope skills. No matter what your ability, the course will be tailored to suit you, with experienced instructors on hand to show you the way. The instructors will kit you out with all the equipment needed for the day, & will teach you all of the safety aspects, as well as some expert tips. It's ideal for anyone wishing to start climbing or for those wanting to climb inside for the first time. Upon arrival you will be greeted by your instructor for the day. You will fill out a disclaimer form, before being given a health & safety briefing. After the experience, please allow a short period of time to remove the safety equipment. Bring plenty of water & as much food as you like for the day. ...