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. ...

Soothe your sweet tooth with a scrumptious two hour macaron making class at the Smart School of Cookery. Budding bakers will have the opportunity to create a selection of mouth-watering macarons in a variety of wonderful flavours. With a fully qualified chef on hand to teach & guide you through the art of making these delicious & delicate confections, you are sure to rustle up a treat in the kitchen. With their pretty colours & endless selection of fabulous fillings, your macarons will not only look good, but taste incredible, too. Upon arrival, you will be introduced to your friendly chef who will explain what you can expect from your cookery lesson, plus you will be given an apron to change into, so you are ready to get cooking straight away. Then it’s time to get busy in the kitchen learning the skill of making an array of classic French macarons with a selection of absolutely simply delicious fillings alongside an expert. The chef will ask a small group at a time to help prepare & cook alongside them during the session. Their extensive experience & success is based on this method to ensure maximum education & knowledge is passed onto the guests. Once the class has been completed you will receive an email within 24 hours with all recipes that you have learnt from that day. ...

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. ...

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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calling all made in chelsea fans! if you’d like to walk in the footsteps of london’s finest then this is for you. the tour will take place in one of london’s most exclusive postcodes, sw 3. you will get the inside gossip on the cast & see where they spend their time & money! with over 20 filming locations to see & the opportunity to splash the cash, made in chelsea style, this is the perfect tour for any mic fan.the tour will have lots of photo opportunities so you can be sure to take lots of photos. the tour starts at the royal court theatre, where you will focus on the spiritual heart & soul of chelsea, around the king’s road. the tour will end at one of the bars that has featured regularly in the show. ...

Soak up the spectacular & dramatic aerial views from high-above Snowdonia with this thrilling Magic & Mountains helicopter ride. Upon arrival you will be welcomed & briefed by one of Whizzard Helicopters’ specialist flight crew. Once you are safely strapped into your seat, the helicopter flight will start from Bettws y Coed, set in the beautiful Snowdonia forest park & surrounded by woods, mountains & waterfalls. From here you will fly south-west, passing over the castle at Dolwyddelan which was built in the 13th century by medieval Welsh Prince Llywelyn the Great. The breath-taking range of scenery continues to unfold beneath you as you pass by the spectacular views of Blaenau Ffestiniog, Portmerion & Beddgelert, said to be the resting place of Llewelyn the Great’s faithful hound, Gelert. On your way back to Bettws you will fly pass Snowdon, standing 1085 metres tall, it is the highest mountain in Wales & hosts some of the most beautiful scenery seen in the United Kingdom. Don't forget to take your camera, so you can you can re-live the experience with friends & family & show off your fantastic photographs. ...