This is a fascinating introduction to an ancient & intriguing pursuit. See for yourself an extraordinary relationship between man & bird of prey. Falconry was originally introduced as a means of obtaining 'food for the table'. In Medieval Britain birds of prey were often present at grand occasions such as pageants, weddings & jousting tournaments. Seeing these magnificent birds up close is still a very special experience & one which you won't forget. You will be given an overview of the disciplines & history of falconry by one of the country's best falconers, followed by a brief introduction to the husbandry & welfare of birds & the equipment used in falconry. The expert falconers will demonstrate the skills required to handle the birds themselves & discuss the importance of breeding & conservation to help species in the wild survive. In the afternoon you will head off into the countryside for a unique afternoon's sport. Programmes vary depending on the location. ...

Enjoy a fun, unique & challenging adventure with this Full Day Gorge Walking experience. Gorge walking is a high-adrenaline sport where you leap into a fast-flowing mountain stream & use the flow of the water to carry you downstream. It involves trekking through gorges, waterfalls & giant rock pools, while using a variety of techniques such as walking, scrambling, climbing, jumping, abseiling & swimming. Sound like fun? You bet it is! At times you will be tackling streams just a foot or so deep, but then you’ll find yourself navigating rougher & deeper waters. You’ll swim through rapids, scramble over wet rocks, abseil down small cliffs, however, the real fun starts when you encounter a waterfall. There’s no question of going around it
- You simply have to jump! The day will begin with an instructor going over the safety aspects & planned route, before kitting you out with a wetsuit, harness & helmet, ensuring you are safe & comfortable ahead of your exhilarating water experience. Gorge walking is one of the most demanding & exciting water activities you can partake in. & for the adrenaline-junkies out there, this is one activity you do not want to miss.
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this is a great opportunity for you to learn new cookery skills from an expert. you could be taught by valentina harris; a bright & passionate authority on italian food who has written many books on the subject. frank pontais, a regular broadcaster on bbc radio, may be at h&, or perhaps you'll have the pleasure of ann hood, a past bbc masterchef contestant. these classes run along a variety of themes, including: bbq, easy entertaining, cooking for two, italian, chocolate & desserts. your day will consist of the following programme:- a meet & greet with fresh coffee (and croissants on a full day). your chef will explain the day's events & health & safety procedures. also you will be given a smart school apron to use throughout your class.- the chef will then invite you to prepare & cook the dishes with him/her, one dish at a time for everyone to follow & taste test. whilst cooking, the chef will keep you entertained with stories of their life & times whilst working in the world of food.- with each dish you taste you will also get to try a fine wine or champagne which compliments the food you are eating.- a smart school note pad & pen for you to make notes is for you to take home.if you would like to know which chef will be teaching you, we recommend you enquire at the time of booking as the chefs may vary occasionally from those mentioned above. fresh local produce is used throughout this course. ...

This is a great opportunity for you to learn new cookery skills from an expert. You could be taught by Valentina Harris; a bright & passionate authority on Italian food who has written many books on the subject, or perhaps Frank Pontais who has appeared on Ready Steady Cook & in regular broadcasts on BBC Radio. Or Ann Hood, past BBC’ Masterchef contestant. These classes run along a variety of themes, including: BBQ, easy entertaining, cooking for two, Italian, chocolate & desserts. You day will consist of the following programme:
- A meet & greet with fresh coffee (and croissants on a full day). Your Chef will explain the days events & health & safety procedures. Also you will be given a Smart School apron to use throughout your class.
- The Chef will then invite you to prepare & cook the dishes with him/her, one dish at a time for everyone to follow & taste test. Whilst cooking the Chef will keep you entertained with stories of their life & times whilst working in the world of food.
- With each dish you taste you will also get to try a fine wine or Champagne which compliments the food you are eating.
- A Smart School Note Pad & pen for you to make notes is for you to take home. If you would like to know which chef will be teaching you, we recommend you enquire at the time of booking, as the chefs may vary occasionally from those mentioned above. Fresh local produce is used throughout this course.



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This is a fascinating introduction to an ancient & intriguing pursuit. See for yourself an extraordinary relationship between man & bird of prey. Falconry was originally introduced as a means of obtaining 'food for the table'. In Medieval Britain birds of prey were often present at grand occasions such as pageants, weddings & jousting tournaments. Seeing these magnificent birds up close is still a very special experience & one which you won't forget. You will be given an overview of the disciplines & history of falconry by one of the country's best falconers, followed by a brief introduction to the husbandry & welfare of birds & the equipment used in falconry. They will also discuss the importance of breeding & conservation to help species in the wild survive. The expert falconers will demonstrate the skills required to handle the birds themselves & you will have the opportunity to hold the bird on your arm. In the afternoon you will head off into the countryside for a unique afternoon's sport hunting or flying the birds with the falconer. Programmes vary depending on the location. ...

With this experience you will get the opportunity to paddle both an open canoe & a kayak across the water. There is such a thrill in powering yourself along with a paddle in your hands. The kayaks & canoes used are very stable & designed for tuition so you are unlikely to fall out unless you try very hard! From this full day session you will be able to take on this sport in a more indepth way & if you really enjoy it, help you to progress on to BCU star awards. Following registration you will meet your instructor who will fit you with your equipment, including buoyancy aid, boat & paddle (spray decks are available for experienced paddlers). There will then be a full safety briefing & explanation in the use of the equipment before going onto the water. Then it is time to take to the water. You may also play some games to test your new skills. ...

Coda Falconry is an award winning bird of prey centre based within Lee Valley Park Farm, Essex. The centre prides itself on the outstanding care & devotion given to its diverse collection of birds & for providing educational experiences that both children & adults can enjoy. Discover the world of medieval falconry in a truly medieval setting, a 12 century Norman keep, set in 160 acres of spectacularly beautiful landscaped gardens & woodl&, where descendants of the original owners, the de Veres, still live! Ancient, historic & wild, it is somewhere to set both the birds & your imagination free. This medieval falconry experience for one

Includes:: a free ticket for a spectator. Lunch, teas & coffees are also included in this unique full day experience. As part of the Full Day Hedingham Castle experience, you will be shown around the keep & castle by a true medieval lady or gentleman. They will talk about the history of the castle & how the birds were used for hunting in the castles heyday. You will then learn to fly a variety of stunning birds including: owls, hawks, falcons & even a raven to your gloved hand before going out as part of a hawk walk, an exhilarating trek around Hedingham Castle’s beautiful grounds whilst flying a Harris hawk. You will have the chance to see how the birds fly in their natural environment as well as learning about how falconers train the birds & what kind of prey the birds would have been taking in medieval times. Get up & close with these magnificent feathered creatures as they lead you on a historic journey!

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You'll be amazed by what a four-wheel-drive vehicle can do: traversing holes, gullies & hillsides so steep you'll have to fight to stay in your seat! You'll learn to drive on some of Britain's most rugged & uncompromising terrain on this unforgettable four-wheel-drive adventure. We have carefully selected the best off road driving locations in the country to give you the opportunity to do some seriously challenging driving in beautiful, yet challenging locations. You'll learn lots of fascinating driving techniques
- such as hill starts, driving through mud & vehicle control on steep slopes. An amazing experience for anyone that likes a bit of the rough stuff! Your session begins with an introductory classroom briefing on off-roading techniques, together with an explanation of four-wheel-drive systems. The instructor will do a demonstration drive & then it's time for you to take the wheel! Please note you may have the option to purchase damage waiver insurance on the day of your experience. In the event of an accident the damage waiver will cover all or part of the damage caused to the vehicle (s) however this will not cover damage caused by reckless or negligent driving. Further details are available on booking.
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This course is aimed at the beginner to those with some understanding of digital photography. Even if you are using some of the manual controls on your camera but don't fully understand the practicality of the manual controls
- this course will suit you. The day will include several workshops in aperture, shutter speed, ISO, white balance & exposure control. It will also include the rules of compensation & how you can apply compensation creatively to drastically improve your photography. You’ll learn how to create depths of field & how to produce a sense of movement to capture the action. These workshops are designed for you to get the most out of your camera both practically & creatively. By spending the day with professional instructors, they will help you develop your practical & creative skills. You won't be overloaded with jargon or rules as there are no rules to photography! By the end of the workshop you are guaranteed to feel confident & imaginative enough to produce amazing photographs. To make the most of your experience, the instructors will be at hand to answer any questions you may have weeks or even months after your course. The day starts at 9.30am & finishes around 4.30pm
- we always hang around later than that to answer specific questions or to run through additional topics, depending on how hungry you are for more knowledge! We don’t like too much theory & whilst you will learn the important lessons of how the camera works, we’ll also get you out there using your camera & taking photographs.

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This experience

Includes:: a full day of pottery during which you can learn a range of techniques focused on the

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