Releasing a 300HP supercharged engine onto the water is exhilarating & phenomenal. The Saber Hypercat is a powerboat like no other & is renowned for being the fastest commercial powerboat in Europe. The high performance racing design & hull configuration produces dynamic lift which not only increases acceleration but also enables it to fly between wave tops, making this one of the most extreme on water experiences around. With a one hour taster session, you will get the chance to take control of this incredible machine, whilst being encouraged to wind the speed up & try thrilling turns & wave jumping. Your experience will begin with a safety briefing & an introduction to the boat. You will then get changed into the Saber Powersports racing team kit & safety gear, then it’s onto the water to practice your driving techniques. ...

Relax for the day & enjoy the peace. Please note, due to availability some locations will only accept one voucher per day. Please check at the time of booking. You & a friend can relax for the day & enjoy this peaceful facility with full use of the spa facilities including unlimited use of the relaxation room, pool, whirlpool spa, bubble jet, steam & sauna rooms. Lunch is also included as well as a 10% discount on any treatments pre-booked. ...

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. Choose from one of the following Macdonald Hotels; Scotland: Crutherland House Hotel, Glasgow; Inchyra Grange Hotel, Stirling; Houston House Hotel, Edinburgh; Forest Hills Hotel, Aberfoyle; Loch Rannoch Hotel, Perthshire; Four Seasons Hotel, Aviemore; Marine, North Berwick; Rusacks, St Andrews; Linden Hall, Northumberland; Cardrona, Peebles; Holyrood, Edinburgh. England
- The North: New Blossoms Hotel, Chester; Tickled Trout Hotel, Preston; Kilhey Court Hotel, Wigan; Swan Grasmere Hotel, Grasmere; Lymm Hotel, Warrington; Craxton Woods Hotel, Chester; Portal, Chester; Gisborough, North Yorkshire; Hill Valley, Shropshire. England
- The Midlands: Burlington Hotel, Birmingham; Hill Valley Hotel, Shropshire; Swans Nest Hotel, Stratford-Upon-Avon; Ansty Hall Hotel, Coventry; Bear, Woodstock; Alveston, Stratford-Upon-Avon. England
- The South: The Bobsleigh Hotel, Hemel Hempstead; Botley Park Hotel, Southampton; Elmers Court Hotel, New Forest; Berystede, Ascot; Savill, Windsor; Frimley, Camberley; The Haycock Hotel, Peterborough; Donnington Grove, Newbury. Please note that all locations are subject to change & availability.


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Experience the ultimate rally car, both Colin Mc Rae & Petta Solberg won the Rally Championship in a Subaru Impreza. Now it's your chance to step into their shoes & experience the amazing power, traction & control that these awesome machines have to offer. This introductory half day course is for those who want to experience the ultimate in power, traction & braking in a turbo-charged WRX Subaru. Your course starts with a safety briefing. Then your instructor for the day will teach you how to master handbrake turns, as well as how to cause & control power slides. Your course finishes with a white knuckle passenger ride with your instructor, showing you how to really take these vehicles to their limits! The session ends with a debrief during which you will receive a certificate of achievement & possibly 'a driver of the day' trophy! Programmes vary depending on the location. 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. ...

flying a helicopter incorporates 3 different key factors: flying, navigation & observation. this three stage trail lesson will give you the opportunity to try all three & help you with the key skills needed to get your own pilot's licence! your lesson is preceded by a short flight briefing with an experienced instructor who will explain all aspects of the flight, including the effects of the controls & how a helicopter flies. once airborne you will then be allowed to take the controls & actually fly the helicopter! after this, you will be a passenger for the next two flights, this will enable you to develop the skills of navigation & observation. ...

Enjoy a delightful passenger flight over the landmarks of London in a Bell 206L-1 Long Ranger. There's no more stylish way to see our capital city & you'll be able to take some truly memorable photographs too! After a pre-flight briefing, you will take off for the tour, giving you a superb aerial view flying over the capital & surrounding countryside. Departing from the airport, sites you will probably encounter include Canary Wharf Tower, The Millennium Dome, Tower Bridge & HMS Belfast, St Paul's Cathedral, Buckingham Palace & The Houses of Parliament. Due to security reasons, please take the following with you on the day of your activity:- photographic identification (passport, photographic driving licence etc) & proof of address (electricity bill, phone bill etc). ...

Nestled away in 32 acres of woodland & paddocks in the heart of rural Shropshire, Hoo Farm Animal Kingdom is a small family run zoo located on the outskirts of Telford. With animals such as meerkats, lemurs, snakes & owls & even African wildcats, the zoo is a fantastic day out for people of all ages. This Half Day Animal Keeper experience allows anyone from the age of 6-years-old & upwards the chance to meet & come face-to-face with a wide-variety of incredible animals, including servals, lemurs, meerkats, owls, reptiles, hedgehogs & even a giant tortoise. Upon arrival you will be greeted by a friendly member of the Hoo Farm team. During your experience you & a friend will have the chance to handle, feed & stroke the various different animals. From Kovu & Uuka the meerkats to Bonnie the Burmese python, or Oscar the eagle owl to Duma the serval, there is something for everyone. Running from 10am to 1pm, this experience typically runs as follows:10.00am
- 10.20am
- Meet & stroke Duma & Zeus the Servals 10.20am
- 10.40am
- Meet & Feed our Ring-tailed Lemurs 10.40am
- 11.00am
- Feed & bathe the Giant Tortoise. 11.00am
- 11.40am
- Meet & cuddle the hand reared Meerkats.11.40am
- 12.00pm
- A short drink break with a free soft drink for all participants. 12.00pm
- 1.00pm
- For the last hour you will meet, handle & stroke the Reptiles, Owls & Hedgehogs. Please note: the exact itinerary may vary.











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Archery is a fun sport that has been around for centuries. The bow & arrow was once a weapon of war but is now used for recreational use. You need a lot of patience & a steady hand to get the bulls eye with this experience. The experience will begin with a safety briefing & the rules of when to fire & when to collect arrows. Then it will be time to start aiming for that centre target. ...

Archery is a fun sport that has been around for centuries. The bow & arrow was once a weapon of war but is now used for recreational use. You need a lot of patience & a steady hand to get the bull’s eye with this experience. The experience will begin with a safety briefing. Here they will give you the rules of when to fire & when to collect the arrows. It is then your turn to start aiming for that centre target. ...

If you have a passion for Asian food, but don't know your cardamom from your cumin or your galangal from your garam masala, then this cookery course is ideal for you. You can try one of three different styles of Asian food; Thai, Indian or Sushi. The classes are designed to give people the confidence to work with the different herbs & spices usually associated with Asian cuisine & extend their range & knowledge of making everyday Asian food, with an emphasis on healthy eating & food awareness. Classes are kept small, giving you the opportunity to have hands on experience in a relaxed & fun atmosphere with lots of tips on general cooking & one to one time with the chef. The experience begins with a comprehensive spice trail which looks at the various herbs & spices used in cooking & their medicinal values & properties to be able to understand why certain food groups work with others. You will then roll up your sleeves & try your hand at preparing starters & canapés & making a number of main dishes throughout the class. If you choose to learn Sushi making, your experience will start by watching a demonstration given by your chef & tutor, before you go on to have a go yourself. When the course is finished you will sit down with your fellow classmates to enjoy an informal lunch of what you have just made, accompanied by a glass of wine, where you can discuss your new found culinary skills. ...