Experience a sightseeing trip of your life down the River Thames with Thames Rockets. Blast your way from the iconic London Eye Pier for a 50 minute speedboat tour & take in the incredible sights that London has to offer from Big Ben to Tower Bridge, with plenty of photo taking opportunities. Once you have arrived at London Eye Pier you will be kitted out with waterproofs & a life jacket & met by one of their award winning guides, handpicked to provide you with a history lesson with a comical twist. Think you know London? Think again! Hear the 630 horsepower engines rev up Rocket style & whoop as you whoosh up to speeds of 30 knots. Twist & turn along the Thames, past Big Ben & Tower of London, with a bespoke medley of thrilling classics playing in the background to get you in the mood. Though be prepared, you may experience a bit of a splash from the waves rushing past...are you ready for a tour like no other? ...

Stand with your head in the clouds & witness breath-taking, panoramic views over the whole of London from the top of the tallest tower in Western Europe with this View from The Shard & Afternoon Tea for Two at Browns experience. Piercing the skies above London, The Shard has quickly become a towering & iconic symbol amongst the city landscape. Standing a colossal height of 1, 016 feet (310 meters) tall, The Shard, with its dramatic glass splinter-like form, has redefined the Capital’s skyline with its unique design. The View from The Shard will give you the opportunity to see London like never before. Take in unobstructed views of London’s most famous sights including Tower Bridge, the Tower of London, the Gherkin, the London Eye, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Big Ben & the Houses of Parliament. The visit starts at ground level, as you step into the super-smooth kaleidoscopic lift & travel at high-speed up to the triple-height viewing platform on level 69. From here you can explore the sweeping views, set out on three spacious levels, with floor-to-ceiling windows on every side of the building to allow visitors the chance to gaze out at landmarks up to 40 miles away. Walk all the way around floors 68 & 69, before heading up to the open-air Skydeck on level 72
- a viewing platform offering 360-degree views across the capital & beyond from a vantage point 802 feet (244 metres) above street level. State-of-the-art interactive touchscreen telescopes enable you to explore the views in greater detail, with information about 200 landmarks & alternative day, night, sunrise & sunset filters. The View From the Shard’s team of knowledgeable guest ambassadors are on hand to answer any questions you have & will help bring the view to life. After your journey to the skies (or before, depending on your booking) head to Browns, Butlers Wharf & enjoy a spot of afternoon tea for two. The menu will typically include a selection of finger sandwiches filled with cucumber & cream cheese or coronation chicken, brioche rolls filled with lobster & prawn or egg & watercress, delicious fluffy scones with clotted cream & strawberry jam, smoked salmon & cream cheese on whisky & thyme oatcake & of course delightful mini desserts such as Victoria sponge, elderflower & gin posset, opera cake, salted caramel profiteroles & carrot cake. A delicious spread all to be washed down with a refreshing pot of tea or coffee. Your voucher is not your entry ticket, pre-booking is essential.
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Stand with your head in the clouds & witness breath-taking, panoramic views over the whole of London from the top of the tallest tower in Western Europe with this View from The Shard & Lunch for Two at Strada experience. Piercing the skies above London, The Shard has quickly become a towering & iconic symbol amongst the city landscape. Standing a colossal height of 1, 016 feet (310 meters) tall, The Shard, with its dramatic glass splinter-like form, has redefined the Capital’s skyline with its unique design. The View from The Shard will give you the opportunity to see London like never before. Take in unobstructed views of London’s most famous sights including Tower Bridge, the Tower of London, the Gherkin, the London Eye, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Big Ben & the Houses of Parliament. The visits starts at ground level, as you step into the super-smooth kaleidoscopic lift & travel at high-speed up to the triple-height viewing platform on level 69. From here you can explore the sweeping views, set out on three spacious levels, with floor-to-ceiling windows on every side of the building to allow visitors the chance to gaze out at landmarks up to 40 miles away. Walk all the way around floors 68 & 69, before heading up to the open-air Skydeck on level 72
- a viewing platform offering 360-degree views across the capital & beyond from a vantage point 802 feet (244 metres) above street level. State-of-the-art interactive touchscreen telescopes enable you to explore the views in greater detail, with information about 200 landmarks & alternative day, night, sunrise & sunset filters. The View From the Shard’s team of knowledgeable Guest Ambassadors are on hand to answer any questions you have & will help bring the view to life. After your journey to the skies (or before, depending on your booking), come back down to earth & enjoy a delicious two-course lunch from a set table d'hote menu in Strada at More London Place, a contemporary Italian restaurant just a short walk from The Shard. With a lively atmosphere, this is a great place to dine & a total contrast to your lofty experience with your head in the clouds. Sample menu: Starter: Antipasti / mushroom & truffle bruschetta / crispy squid / arancini Main: Goat’s cheese winter salad / vesuvio pizza / caprino pizza / penne carbonara / chicken & mushroom Dessert: Chocolate fondant / tiramisu / pannacotta / ice cream Please note, you can enjoy your lunch at Strada from 12pm to 3pm. Subject to change. Your voucher is not your entry ticket, pre-booking is essential.
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A view from The Shard for two people. Admission to London’s highest viewing gallery situated at the top of The Shard
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Immerse yourselves in London & all of the beauty it has to offer with The View from The Shard & afternoon tea experience, where you’ll be treated to unparalleled 360-degree views of the city, along with a delightful afternoon tea at Café Rouge to make this a wonderful day out in the buzzing Capital together. The Shard delivers spectacular vistas across the whole of London & with its colossal height of being 1, 016ft tall, this iconic landmark is now renowned as the tallest tower in Western Europe. Café Rouge is a French bistro-style restaurant, where the interior echoes Parisian charm & culture, treating their guests to all the delights that France has to offer. The breath-taking experience to The View from the Shard starts at ground level, as you step into the super-smooth kaleidoscopic lift & travel at high-speed up to the triple-height viewing platform on level 69. Walk all the way around floors 68 & 69, before making your way up to the open-air Sky deck on level 72, offering views from a vantage point 802 feet (244 metres) above street level. You’ll easily be able to spot legendary landmarks such as St Paul’s Cathedral, The Tower of London, along with the Houses of Parliament & watch the hustle & bustle of the city unfold. State-of-the-art interactive touchscreen telescopes enable you to explore the views in greater detail, with information about 200 landmarks & alternative day, night, sunrise & sunset filters. Whether you decide to visit day or at night, prepare to be blown away by London’s skyline, where you’ll have ample opportunities to capture stunning photographs of you against the beautiful background & leave with a new perspective of this much-loved city. Before or after your awe-inspiring experience, enjoy a French twist on a quintessential British afternoon tea at Café Rouge. You’ll dine in a Parisienne bistro-style setting, where the menu will typically comprise of their signature croque monsieur, which is a grilled Emmental cheese & ham sandwich on sourdough with béchamel sauce, or a Portobello mushroom filling as a vegetarian option. An eclectic array of sweet treats will also be on offer, which are sure to tempt your taste buds, including sumptuous scones, served with clotted cream & strawberry jam, or a chocolate mousse. Irresistible cakes such as carrot, lemon, chocolate red velvet & chocolate, raspberry & coconut, will also be on the menu to please your palate further. This afternoon of indulgence wouldn’t be complete without a splendid pot of tea, which you’ll be served alongside this truly satisfying spread. ...

The Woodlands Trust main aim is to see the UK rich in native woods & trees which are enjoyed & valued by all. They are the UKs leading woodland conservation charity & they have been working for nearly 40 years on the following key initiatives: 1. Create, by planting more trees they create more native woods & places rich in trees; 2. Protect, by saving whats left they help protect & restore native woods, trees & their wildlife for the future; & 3. Inspire, they aim to inspire everyone to enjoy & value woods & trees. By becoming a member you can do your bit towards this very worthwhile cause for your own enjoyment & for generations to come. When you join as a member, The Woodland Trust will dedicate a recently planted native tree, in the nearest available wood to your home, in your name. In addition you will receive a special welcome pack containing: an informative directory featuring information on Woodland Trust woods; a handy guide to identifying native trees & shrubs; regular copies of the members only bi-annual magazine, Broadleaf, a car sticker & a personalised tree dedication certificate. Please note your welcome pack should be delivered within 10 days of activation but please allow up to 21 days in case of any delays. ...

With so much entertainment at home like Play Stations & Nintendos, its no wonder that the children of today dont go outside & play as much as they used to. These themed kids Xperience days want to change that. Xperience days are a great value treat for children whether as a gift for a birthday, Christmas or just for a bit of fun during the holidays. With five different Xperiences to choose from, there is something for every child & occasion! The Xperiences include:
- Dance Xperience; your child will learn how to show off some moves on the dance floor
- Sports Xperience; a perfect introduction for children to enjoy some sports for the first time
- Adventure Xperience; children will learn simple bush-craft skills to survive in the great outdoors
- Spy School Xperience; children can experience the life of a special agent for the day
- Martial Arts Xperience; a day for kids to learn how to kick, punch & block & also improve fitness, suppleness & co-ordination. Whichever day you choose, each child will leave having enjoyed themselves, learnt new skills, made new friends & definitely feel good about themselves. This activity will begin with an introduction by the instructors who will discuss what will happen during the experience. After the days activities there will be a presentation at the end of each day which spectators are welcome to attend. These Xperience days are split into different age groups, 5 to 7 year olds & 8 to 12 year olds.




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Thoresby Hall is a beautiful Grade 1-listed building nestled on the edge of Sherwood Forest, next to the hideout of the infamous Robin Hood. Pulling up to this grand estate is an impressive sight. Inside Thoresby there is a lovely romantic Italian restaurant called Fenocchis, which is set in the buildings original wine cellars & at Fenocchis you can sample some of the best authentic Italian fare from the Tuscan mountains. Under the arches of this cosy venue, with soft ambient music playing, your evening will be one to remember. Your experience will include a three-course dinner for two people, followed by tea or coffee. ...

The familiar flavours you remember from childhood. From the first taste to the very last chocolate, these classic British flavours such as creamy fudge, oh so chewy country caramel, nutty hazelnut praline & luscious chocolate truffle will leave you wishing the box never ended. Please allow 5 to 7 working days for delivery. ...

thornton's continental range is it's most popular selection of chocolates. inside you'll find a delicious assortment of continental chocolates. pralines, truffles & mousses covered in milk, white & dark chocolate with swiss, belgian, spanish, italian & french influences. with over 10 different chocolates there is something for every one. will you be able to share them around? please allow 5 to 7 working days for delivery. ...