Since the 1970s, drifting has been such a popular driving technique that there are entire competitions devoted to proponents of what is a finely balanced combination of science & art. Using oversteer to reduce the traction on the tyres & controlling the car through a corner has become one of the signature moves for rally drivers, but is also popular in its own right as a competitive sport. Contest the world over see drivers marked on their skill, ability to maintain a certain line & even the showmanship of their moves, which can include points for producing large amounts of smoke & whether the crowd is impressed.  This experience is a chance to learn all about drifting & get behind the wheel of a car designed specifically to make the loss of traction as exciting as possible. Professional instructors are on hand to offer advice & help drivers to drift around the purpose designed track which features plenty of challenges, from sharp, fast corners to longer, slower bends. This experience starts with a warm welcome & a chance to talk to an expert instructor who will talk about what they can expect & give them a safety briefing & explain the basics of drifting & how this technique can be used to fling a car around a corner at incredible speeds.   Then there’s a demonstration lap during which the instructor will show how to get the Mazda Mx-5 drifting & what it feels like when the wheels lose their grip on the tarmac. Then it’s time to swap places for eight laps during which the driver will learn how to get the car to drift as well as some other techniques including power oversteering, hand brake entries, clutch kicking & Scandinavian flicks.   Even drivers who have never tried their hand at drifting before will soon find themselves beginning to master the art. Before long they will be putting manoeuvres together to slide around the track’s sweeping corners, moving seamlessly from bend to bend.   This is the perfect experience for any motoring enthusiast who enjoys trying new things as they will get the chance to experience the thrill of ‘steering from the rear’. By the end of the session, they will be taking bends on two wheels & discovering the sheer adrenaline rush of drifting like the pros. Their instructor will provide a debrief which will give them some insight into how they have done & what they can do to improve when they inevitably want to have another go. ...

Soar through the sky in a motorised glider & take advantage of the streams of warm rising air & the wonders of aerodynamic engineering to help keep you airborne with this amazing 40 Minute Motor Gliding Flight. Gliding is an air sport where pilots take to the sky in lightweight aircrafts & glide through the air using natural forces in the atmosphere known as thermals, which are updrafts of warm air, to remain in flight. With the assistance of a motor, you can ensure that you will stay airborne for longer. This introduction to gliding will really get you into the sport. Following a short safety briefing & pre-flight checks with an instructor, you will both taxi out to the runway & head for the sky. Once you have reached an adequate altitude the engine can be switched off allowing you to experience a quiet & serene glide back down to the airfield. During this time you will be shown how to fly the aircraft. Gliding is a great experience which offers an unrivalled bird’s eye view of the landscape below & is sure to leave you craving for more air based adventures. ...

This action packed one day course will teach you the essentials necessary for mountain biking success. The course is aimed at adults who wish to learn the skills needed to cycle off road confidently on a mountain bike. The course covers bike set up, safety checks, ascending & descending hills, cornering & how to cross obstacles such as tree stumps with wheelies, drop-offs or bunny hops. The day finishes with a ride to put the skills you have learnt into practice. You should bring your own packed lunch & additional drinks. Mountain bike hire is not included, however it can be arranged at the time of booking if required. ...

Get to know some of the cutest little creatures that call Hoo Farm their home. This animal experience for two introduces you to meerkats, lemurs & servals, giving you the chance to hold & feed them. This experience would make for a fun day out with the kids or a great gift for the animal lover in your life. What To Expect When you arrive at Hoo Farm on the day, you will be welcomed by a member of the Hoo Farm team, who will introduce to three different types of African animals that live on the farm. First, you will get to meet the meerkats. Kovu & Uuka are Hoo Farm’s two h&-reared meerkats, & you will get the chance to handle one of them. They both love people, & will happily snuggle up to you or try to get you to play with them. Next, you will have the chance to observe a friendly gang of ring-tailed lemurs or meet an adorable white-ruffed lemur face to face. These cheeky primates hail from Madagascar & are highly sociable, communicating with each other through scents & vocalisations. Lastly, you will meet either Duma or Zeus, Hoo Farm’s two servals. These wildcats are close relatives of the cheetah, & can reach speeds of up to 50mph, despite weighing only 8-18 kilograms. Duma & Zeus are very accustomed to humans & love attention, so they will happily let you stroke them. Please keep in mind that the welfare of the animals is extremely important to Hoo Farm, so all interaction with these amazing animals is done on their own terms. ...

Treat yourself & a friend to some well-deserved pampering while spending some quality time together & capture the spirit of you both in a collection of stunning images, you can treasure for a lifetime. You’ll also be able to take away two 6’’x 4’’ images of the same print, one of which will be presented in a mount. If you wish to purchase additional images, you’ll receive a £20 gift voucher to spend against this. This voucher is valid towards any individual packages purchased on the day. Please note, for Monday to Friday dates you will be required to pay a £10 per person deposit to secure your booking. For weekends it is a £25 deposit. The deposit is fully refundable or can be used towards further images. Your five star experience starts when you are greeted by the friendly reception staff at a luxury, state of the art studio. Relax in the lounge area & receive a glass of bubbly on arrival & then enjoy unlimited refreshments including; chilled wine, coffee, tea, mineral water or a selection of soft drinks. You are then treated to a file & polish to ensure your nails are looking tip-top & camera ready. Choose from a classic French polish, glitter nails or a striking colour of your choice. Your personal, qualified make-up artist will transform you using a full range of popular make-up brands including the favourite MAC makeup, including strip eyelash extensions. Chat with the makeup artists to discover the latest techniques & learn the beauty secrets of the stars so you can achieve your flawless look. Receive professional advice on blending, shading & the colours which best suit your skin tone. An expert hairstylist will transform your hair into a chosen style, with a number of dramatic looks to choose from. Feel effortlessly chic with your glamorous new style. Next, your personal team of professional female photographers will capture poses of you both in the 2 private, multi set studios. You’ll be able to use a host of different studios & props to create your perfect photograph. We recommend you take a selection of different outfits, as you can have up to 4 wardrobe changes. Afterwards, you’ll be treated to an express facial which will deep cleanse & tone your face, leaving you feeling fresh. You’ll be able to choose from a collection of over 40 images for your complimentary print. ...

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. ...

Mad Max certainly demonstrates why off-roading is one of the most exciting driving experiences, & this is an opportunity to tackle some of the toughest obstacles for a truly white-knuckle drive. This gravity-defying course may seem insurmountable, but with expert guidance anything is possible. 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. ...

At Madame Tussauds you will come face-to-face with some of the world’s most famous faces. Filled with 14 exciting, interactive zones & the Marvel Super Heroes 4D movie experience, Madame Tussauds London combines glitz & glamour with incredible history with over 300 wax figures. Walk down the red carpet & strike a pose with Kate Winslet, before stepping into our interactive sports zone alongside David Beckham. Start your royal experience with a once-in-a-lifetime audience with Her Majesty The Queen, then brave the serial killers in SCREAM! Relax in our taxis & relive London’s rich history before entering the spectacular & exclusive Marvel Super Heroes 4D movie experience. So, who do you want to meet? On purchasing this experience, you will receive a voucher which you will need to take with you to Madame Tussauds & exchange for your Madame Tussauds ticket at the advance ticket collection at Door 3. You do not need to book your experience, just turn up at the attraction, although we recommend that you check the attraction is open on your chosen day before arriving. ...

At Madame Tussauds you will come face-to-face with some of the world’s most famous faces. Filled with 14 exciting, interactive zones & the Marvel Super Heroes 4D movie experience, Madame Tussauds London combines glitz & glamour with incredible history with over 300 wax figures. Walk down the red carpet & strike a pose with Kate Winslet, before stepping into our interactive sports zone alongside David Beckham. Start your royal experience with a once-in-a-lifetime audience with Her Majesty The Queen, then brave the serial killers in SCREAM! Relax in our taxis & relive London’s rich history before entering the spectacular & exclusive Marvel Super Heroes 4D movie experience. So, who do you want to meet? On purchasing this experience, you will receive a voucher which you will need to take with you to Madame Tussauds & exchange for your Madame Tussauds ticket at the advance ticket collection at Door 3. You do not need to book your experience, just turn up at the attraction, although we recommend that you check the attraction is open on your chosen day before arriving. ...

Spend a few hours with the world's most iconic figures at Madame Tussauds! Filled with amazingly lifelike wax figures, London's Madame Tussauds has been showcasing waxworks since 1884. Today, the attraction boasts 14 exciting, interactive zones, combining glitz & glamour with incredible history! Star Wars
- Experience at Madame Tussauds An out of this world Star Wars experience has arrived at Madame Tussauds London! Created in close collaboration with Disney & Lucasfilm, this unique section of the attraction stars all your favourite heroes & villains from Star Wars Episodes I-VI. The wax figures will appear in authentic walk-in sets, inspired by key scenes from the films. 16 recognisable characters will be on show, bringing to life 11 scenes from the movies. The scenes cover a galaxy of locations, including the swamps of Dagobah, Jabba's Throne Room & the flight deck of the Millennium Falcon. Visitors can wield a lightsaber with Anakin Skywalker, feel the Force alongside Obi-Wan Kenobi & much more. The Red Carpet Saunter down the red carpet & strike a pose with Kate Winslet, before challenging sports stars like David Beckham to a football shoot out. Hang out with the Royal Family for a while & see Prince William with his new wife Kate, before paying a visit to the Queen! Marvel Super Heroes 4D Experience Three floors of multisensory fun allow visitors to act like a superhero & see their favourite characters up close! Hang out with Spider Man, avoid the Hulk's angry glare & try to spot the Invisible Woman. Watch the superheroes battle to save London from an evil mastermind during an exciting immersive 4D presentation. Housed in Madame Tussauds' famous domed auditorium, the show

Includes:: high impact special effects to get viewers right into the centre of the action! Sherlock Holmes: The Experience Enter the exciting world of Sherlock Holmes with this innovative & mysterious theatrical walk-through adventure. Put yourself in Sherlock's shoes & set about looking for clues in some of the most famous moments & places from the most popular stories. In a caper that combines illusion, storytelling, actors & sound effects, you'll be gripped from the start right up to the dramatic conclusion! This is a one night stay for two people, including breakfast at a premium London hotel plus priority entrance to Madame Tussauds London including access to the Star Wars Experience. Please note:- Madame Tussauds London will not admit guests with suitcases among their possessions- Children up to 15 years of age will not be permitted to enter the attraction unless accompanied by an adult.- The busiest period at Madame Tussauds is between 12 noon & 3pm, so it is advisable to visit at a different time.- The extended opening hours will operate during Half-Term, Easter & Summer Holidays. The hotel choice will depend on availability & when you wish to book, hotels included are Double Tree by Hilton London Ealing, Double Tree by Hilton London Docklands Riverside or similar. Full details will be given upon booking.


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