Try something new & create a lampshade that you can use forever! Create your own bespoke & unique lampshade which can be hung from the ceiling or attached to a lamp base, using the same techniques that the professionals use. You will learn all the tips & tricks of the trade from the expert who will be your tutor for the session. If you prefer, you can bring you own patterned fabric with you on the day to give the lampshade that personal touch. You’ll need to find the measurement out in advance. Upon arrival you will be greeted by the interior textile designer who will provide you with the wire & lampshade base, before showing you how to create your own lampshade. You will also be able to take your handmade lampshade home with you. ...

Escape the busy pace of day-to-day life with this fabulous Lancashire Afternoon Cream Tea Cruise for Two experience. This award-winning family run river cruise, located on the Leeds & Liverpool Canal in the heart of the idyllic Lancashire countryside is the perfect retreat for a relaxing afternoon with someone special. You will depart from Riley Green Marina on the outskirts of Blackburn, where you will cruise along the canal taking in the picturesque scenery that drifts slowly by you. Your traditional afternoon cream tea will consist of a selection of freshly made sandwiches, Lancashire crisps, scrummy homemade scones served with butter, jam & thick cream, with a miniature cake selection & a pot of refreshing tea or coffee. ...

Enjoy an aerial adventure high up above the stunning landscapes of Lancashire & explore some of its most famous sights & landmarks ...

Try your hand at this exhilarating combination flying lesson. Everyone has been a passenger in an aeroplane before but now you can navigate the aircraft that you are in & even take over the controls under the careful guidance of a professional instructor. Not only will you be a member of the crew, but become the pilot as well. View the world from a different perspective, two thousand feet up in the air! Upon arrival you will be greeted by your instructor who will kit you out & give you a safety briefing. You will then have your first 30 minute observation flight, whilst the other participant receives their flying lesson, before being hands on & taking to the controls yourself for 30 minutes. After you land back onto terra firma, you will be presented with your flight certificate. ...

Experience the grace of sailing, combined with the thrill of motor racing, with this popular & highly entertaining sport. Imagine yourself sitting a few inches from the ground & racing across the sand at speeds of up to (and over) 40mph with no brakes! After an initial briefing, you'll experience your first sail at low speed & you'll practice how to stop your land yacht too! You'll then progress to a figure of eight course learning safe, controlled turns. If you show good control at this level, you can go on to learn a more difficult manoeuvre called a gybe turn. It's fantastic fun! ...

Take on the wind whilst in control of a land yacht, otherwise known as a kite buggy or sand yacht. This three wheeled machine uses the wind as its power force & gains great speeds. The basics are quick & easy to learn, ensuring that you both get the maximum amount of enjoyment from your 2 hour session. Your experience will start with a welcome & safety briefing with your instructor. Following this you will both learn the basic techniques necessary to manage this extraordinary vehicle before getting to grips with manoeuvring the land yacht yourself. To finish your activity you will put your newly acquired skills to the test through a set of challenges. You will both be sharing a single yacht so you get the chance to take control of the yacht & then sit back & spectate whilst your partner takes control. With a highly qualified & motivated instructor on h&, get ready to be hooked on the exciting sport of land yachting! ...

The 1657 Chocolate House is believed to have been built in the 1630's, originally as a private home in Kendal, & now it offers up some of the tastiest chocolates you can buy. The shops range of over 300 chocolates has long been the destination of a little chocolate therapy. This is a fantastic collection of all things chocolate. You'll find a mixture of chocolates to suit any taste. This hamper also

Includes:: a large selection from the chocolatiers Coronet range of luxurious chocolates. If you know someone with a sweet tooth, this will certainly satisfy them. Please note that if a certain product is out of stock an alternative will be added. This chocolate hamper
Includes:: Miilk chocolate couverture
- 200g; Milk chocolate & Dark Chocolate dipping stick which makes a great Hot Chocolate; Dark chocolate sticks 125g; Chocolate fudge
- 125g; Dark Chocolate covered coffee beans
- 100g; Milk chocolate bar
- 100g; luxury loose chocolates
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Gorvett & Stone is an up & coming foodie haven in Henley-on Thames where handcrafted chocs rule the roost. They tend to think of themselves more as ardent enthusiasts of the brown or white gold than chocolatiers with a sole goal of providing an ecstatic experience for any dedicated disciple of all things chocolaty. If youre a bit unsure of what to buy, then why not put your trust in the chocolatiers by letting them choose the best selection or milk, white & dark chocolates to suit anyone. This gift box will include a minimum of 360g of chocolate. Please allow up to 3 to 5 working days for delivery before you can feast yourself on this selection of chocolates. ...

Those who like playing soldiers but don’t want to risk getting hurt can enjoy later tag without any fear of injury as the ammunition is all electronic & the scoring is recorded automatically rather than requiring a tally of bruises & injuries. This is a chance for a group of friends or family members to have an exciting day playing soldiers without any chance of even minor war wounds. This activity combines the thrill of a shootout with state of the art technology which will allow participants to reload their weapons & re-animate after being shot as many times as they like throughout the course of the game. This experience starts with a briefing & a demonstration of how to use the laser tag equipment & the participants will be placed in groups to ensure that there are enough people to make the game interesting. Then it’s time to find out the nature of the game, whether it’s a team effort in a game of zombies vs humans or an attempt to outsmart the other team in a game of ‘domination’ which will see team members trying to maintain their team’s command of the game’s ‘control point’. Some games require individuals to work alone & some will see teams having their wills pitted against one another. This activity for six could see the group working together to achieve a common goal or working against one another & trying to use their knowledge of each other’s strengths & weaknesses to predict their next move. ...

lava shell treatment is a revolutionary & unique body massage which uses naturally self warming tiger clam shells to deliver a treatment tailored to suit your individual needs. this spa day

Includes:: two lava shell treatments & a heavenly scalp massage, after which you'll be left stress free & rejuvenated with a feeling of total relaxation. this voucher entitles you to the following treatments:- lava shell back, neck & shoulder massage
- the warm smooth shells will be glided over your back, neck & shoulders with varying pressure, techniques & precision to ease any aching muscles- lava shell leg massage
- again the warm smooth shells will be glided over the legs with varying pressure, techniques & precision. hydrating oils will moisturise the skin as the shells help to revitalise & rebalance the body & mind- heavenly scalp massage
- a massage to release the last traces of stress from your body, a great way to finish.your treatments will last a total of 55 minutes & carried out by a fully-qualified beauty therapist. once completed, enjoy the rest of the day using the facilities available. perhaps you would like to exercise in the air conditioned gym or take part in one of the free classes including tai chi, pilates, boxercise & aerobics. or maybe you would prefer to relax by the pool & dip in & out of the jacuzzi, sauna & steam room. facilities can vary slightly by location, please check on booking.nb: classes are subject to availability.




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