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! ...

There is a lot more to Indian cooking than you may realise. The food of India is characterised by the use of various spices, herbs & vegetables grown in India & also for the widespread practice of vegetarianism across many sections of Indian society. It's not all about making the dishes hot! The spices are there to enhance the flavours, & with this cookery class you will learn this & also learn about accompaniments, presentation ideas & options on serving. These cookery lessons are renowned for their practical, down-to-earth & enthusiastic approach to good food. This is a great chance for you to master new skills for your own benefit, & equally to impress your friends or family! After a warm welcome on arrival, you will get to meet your expert cookery teacher who will talk you through the day's programme & what you will be cooking during your lesson. Then it will be your turn to get your apron on & get cooking. At the end you will either be able to sit down & sample what you have made over a relaxed meal with the other attendees. The exact format varies depending on the cookery school & class chosen. ...

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... 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. ...

Come & enjoy some of the world's best golf courses all in one room! Nick Faldo states ' There are people who play golf & then there are golfers: a sure way of becoming the latter is to test your game on a number of different courses'. With up to 80 of the world's greatest courses & the latest technology, this golf simulator is the perfect way to play a round at some of the courses you have only dreamed of playing at. Two infra-red curtains track the flight, speed & spin of your ball; the simulator calculates where it would land on the course, & shows you what your next shot would be. You play from various surfaces to represent fairway, rough & bunker. With a simulator that is totally customisable from the holes you play on each course to the course weather conditions, you're free to play how you like, whatever your ability, without fear of it being rained off! This voucher entitles you to up to two hours in a golf simulator with up to eight friends, depending on location. On arrival you will sign in & your instructor will show you to your simulator & demonstrate how to use it. Once you have chosen the course & holes you wish to play, pick up your golf club & start swinging at real golf balls, just like you would on an actual course. ...

Do you have the skill to manoeuvre a hairpin bend or are you a speed demon who will push their pedal to the metal on the long straights? Do you have the urge to overtake the driver in front or are you happy to let others fly past you? The selection of tracks on offer are selected for their variety & they test the ability, courage & judgement of every type of driver. This is a perfect experience for those who have never been karting before as well as for those who just want to keep coming back for more! On arrival at the track you will be given your specialist racing clothing & then a safety briefing. Then it's time to get going! Don't worry if you're a bit nervous
- you can take the track at the speed that best suits you.
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Enjoy an exhilarating day of high-speed fun with this fantastic Indoor Karting Session for Two experience. Unleash your inner speed demon in a 200-320cc go kart, capable of reaching speeds in excess of 40mph. Take to the track & navigate tricky corners, tight hair-pin bends & flat-out straights as you battle the other drivers head-to-head to take the chequered flag. Whether you are a complete karting novice or a seasoned pro, this experience is guaranteed to get your wheels spinning & your adrenaline pumping. The tracks available are chosen for their variety & they test the ability, courage & judgement of every type of driver. This is a perfect experience for those who have never been karting before as well as for those who just want to keep coming back for more! On arriving at the centre your instructor will begin by giving you a safety briefing, instructions on your kart controls & you'll be provided with the required protective clothing. Don't worry if you're a bit nervous
- you can take the track at the speed that best suits you.
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