There is nothing quite like Quad Bike riding. These agile machines are a cross between motorcycle & car & have a unique riding style. You will begin with a full briefing on safety, the vehicle controls & riding techniques, with plenty of time to build confidence. Take on the challenge of deep mud, water pools & slippery descents on Yamaha 4 stroke quad bikes. You will be accompanied by qualified instructors who will explain the bikes controls & riding techniques & give you practice before you embark on the trek up into the fells of Durham. Beware! You will not just be riding around on a flat field, prepare to get rather muddy! ...

Raft building has to be one of the ultimate quick thinking & team building experiences out there. You'll have to work together & create a raft, against the clock, that won't fall apart on the water, otherwise you'll be getting very wet! The experience will begin with a safety briefing & talk about the challenge that lays ahead. Then you will have a set amount of time to build a raft that can tackle a course set out by the instructors. The winners are the ones that don't sink. ...

A fantastic rally experience for kids with no driving experience. Time to get rid of the xbox & try rallying for real! With an expert instructor & a fully kitted-out rally car, there is no better way for under 17s to get to know why Rallying is popular around the world! After a safety briefing, you will learn clutch control, steering & braking before hitting the rally stage where it will be straight into the rally seat & onto the loose surface rally stage. Your instructor will be calling the corners for you, & giving further instruction, & tips to power your way around the stage. Programmes vary slightly depending on the venue. 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. ...

If your child is mad about motorsport & can't wait to get behind the wheel of a car then surely the bet present would be to let your child drive a real rally car! It's a great experience that will certainly put a massive grin on their face. On arrival, you will be welcomed by the instructors then follwed by a briefing & safety briefing on driving. You will then receive a fifteen minute demonstration session with an instructor quickly followed by a basic driving instruction in a rally car. For the first driving session it's straight into the driving seat so your instructor can assess your driving skills (if any) & correct if necessary your clutch control, steering & braking techniques. The second session will consist of you being taught basic driving skills depending on your experience, more experienced drivers may be taught rally driving skills such as lift off oversteer & handbrake turns. Your instructor will now show you how it should be done as you swap seats for a high speed chauffeured ride. At the end of the day, you will be rewarded with an individual driving certificate. Please note the programme of events varies at each location. ...

Britain's most successful Olympic sailor ever is Ben Ainslie. He is a three times Olympic gold & one time Olympic silver medalist & is therefore one of the most successful sailors in history. If this hasn't inspired you enough then this sailing experience is perfect for introducing you to this tricky & fun sport. You never know, you could become the next big star of sailing. For this experience you will be learning in a dinghy. Dinghy sailing is the activity of sailing small boats by using the five essential controls: the sails; underwater foils; the trim; side to side balance of the dinghy & the choice of route. The experience will begin with a safety briefing on the techniques required for sailing. Then it will be time to go out to the water & try it. ...

This is a great chance to learn the latest sports craze of snowboarding. Snowboarding was invented in the 1960s in the USA & has grown in popularity around the world ever since. It is essentially skateboarding down a snowy hill but on a board with no wheels! In 1998 it became an Olympic sport where world class riders perform dizzying tricks, however you won't be learning how to do this just yet but if you're wanting to hopefully achieve that level, this lesson is a great place to start. Lessons take place at one of the country's permanent snow all the year round venues. You may be asked to arrive up to half an hour before your appointed lesson time to give you time to collect your equipment & get changed. Then you will have an initial safety briefing & you're off to the slopes. This is a beginners lesson for a newcomer to the sport only. ...

Are you looking for an exciting gift for one of the younger members in your circle of family & friends? If they like flashy cars & a four-lap drive in a supercar driven by an experienced driver, then this experience will surely make their day special! They will have the chance to experience either an iconic Ferrari 360, a stunning Lamborghini, a high-performance Nissan GTR, a classic Porsche 997, a remarkable Audi R8 or another vehicle from an impressive list. The day will start with a warm welcome & registration, followed by a safety briefing. An experienced instructor will take the young passenger to the pits & together they will choose which vehicle they will be driving. The instructor will answer any questions asked & make sure the passenger is safely strapped in before taking to the tracks for a fun drive. Throughout the ride, the driver will discuss the performance of the vehicle. After enjoying several laps around the race track, there will be a chance to purchase a photo as a reminder of a fantastic day! ...

Make a young person’s driving fantasy become a reality with the chance to drive an actual supercar, years before they need a license. With over 15 high performance supercars to choose from at over 15 locations nationwide, they will be spoilt for choice. Will they choose to do it like the stars do in a sleek Lamborghini Gallardo or perhaps they dream of driving the fierce Audi R8 just like Mr Tony Stark. Whichever vehicle they choose, this awesome junior driving experience is sure to put a smile on their face. The young driver will be given the chance to get behind the wheel of one of their favourite vehicles for 3 exhilarating miles. Sitting side by side with a pro they will be taught the basics, then pedal to the metal & off they go! If that isn’t enough excitement, they will also receive an unforgettable passenger ride around the track by an expert instructor. They will be talking about this for years to come & it will be a memory to treasure with their loved ones. So what are you waiting for...you will soon become their favourite person. Depending on location this experience is available to all children who meet the minimum height requirement of 134cm (4ft 5'') to 150cm (4ft 11''). Whilst some have an age restriction of 11 years, at others there are none. All participants must be under 17 years of age. ...

Get involved with the fastest growing, coolest & most fun way to take to the water. Wakeboarding is an exciting mix of snowboarding, surfing & skateboarding. You are towed behind a powerful boat & use its wake to pull off a whole range of insane tricks or by a cable system. It’s easy to learn, great fun to do! After a quick session of on-land training you will be ready to take to the water. You slip into your bindings & then you’re up on your board for the first time. Pretty soon you’ll progress from coming out of the water, to moving around & eventually with luck
- jumping the wakes. It’s amazing how easily you can pick up the balance & riding technique, helped by our experienced & fully qualified instructors.
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Relax your body & mind with three soothing treatments & full use of the spa facilities for the day. As part of your indulgent day, you will also enjoy a nutritious lunch with a glass of wine. Vitality Spa is set within the grounds of Wrightington Country Club, a 4 star hotel, & offers a relaxed & friendly environment. They have an experienced & dedicated team of beauty therapists who will make your experience as relaxing as they can, all you need to do is sit back, unwind & feel the stresses of life melt away! Your three treatments will be a 50 minute body massage, a 25 minute Decleor mini facial & a 15 minute scalp massage. These will be carried out by the fully trained beauty therapist in one of the relaxing candlelit treatment rooms. Afterwards, enjoy a two course lunch & a glass of wine. A selection of herbal & fruit teas will be on offer throughout the day. You will also have full use of the spa facilities which consist of a 20 metre swimming pool, sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi, gymnasium & relaxation room. Towels, robes & slippers are provided. Additional treatments can be purchased directly with the spa. Please enquire at time of booking. ...