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

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Enjoy the adrenalin-fuelled buzz of rally driving with this thrilling Full Day Rally driving experience. Whether you’re a seasoned petrol head or just want to try a driving experience that is different, you’ll enjoy the exciting rush of throwing a speeding rally car around the track. You can forget all the rules you have learnt about driving on the road & really let rip with as much speed as you dare. Rally driving is all about white-knuckles gripping the steering wheel, pulling up the handbrake & taking those corners at a skid. For fast & furious excitement, it's hard to beat. You'll start your day with an introductory safety briefing from your instructor & then it's time to get behind the wheel for some practice sessions. You'll learn techniques such as hand brake turns & controlled opposite lock slides. Many of the courses have loose surface stages
- which means much more sliding, lots of skidding &, ultimately, much more fun! The cars you will drive will vary according to 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.
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There is something fun & natural about finding a route, getting to grips with rock & making progress against the obstacles it presents. 5 feet or 50 feet off the ground
- the moves are the same but it is what's in your head that makes all the difference. Welcome to the high adrenaline world of Rock Climbing. The rocks in the southern sandstone area are located in beautiful woodland halfway between London & Brighton. This one day course is an introduction to outdoor rock climbing & is for anyone who has ever wanted to try out this awesome sport. Climbing is all about being outdoors on real rock, & this course is designed to allow both beginners & indoor climbers to learn the skills necessary to safely enjoy climbing.
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immerse yourself into the world of spies & espionage with this spy hq experience! engage in a series of thrilling master classes in which you will be shown what it takes to become a top secret agent. the day is split into five missions which are as follows:cross bow shooting
- master the powerful crossbow, a stealth weapon often used by spies to silently take out the enemy!sniper lane
- get immersed in the murky world of the sniper. you will be taught the marksmanship principles of the sniper alongside camouflage & concealment methods that will help you stay hidden but alive!unarmed combat
- you will be trained in hand to hand combat for when bullets & bombs run out! learn specialist techniques that will incorporate blocks, knife work & take down techniques. all of these skills will be taught by a knowledgeable instructor with real life experiences. segways
- learn to whizz around on this hitech equipment under the watchful eyes of your instructor. blank firing pistol techniques
- pull off the shots like you’ve seen in the movies! you will be taught by experienced instructors on how to carry out all the procedures in order to shoot the lank firing pistol. you will learn the various firing positions as well as magazines changes & stoppage drills.




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Immerse yourself into the world of spies & espionage with this Spy HQ experience! Engage in a series of thrilling master classes in which you will be shown what it takes to become a top secret agent. The day is split into five missions which are as follows: Cross Bow Shooting
- Master the powerful crossbow, a stealth weapon often used by spies to silently take out the enemy! Sniper Lane
- get immersed in the murky world of the sniper. You will be taught the marksmanship principles of the sniper alongside camouflage & concealment methods that will help you stay hidden but alive! Unarmed Combat
- you will be trained in hand to hand combat for when bullets & bombs run out! Learn specialist techniques that will incorporate blocks, knife work & take down techniques. All of these skills will be taught by a knowledgeable instructor with real life experiences. Blindfold Land Rover Driving
- pop on a blindfold & let your navigator direct you, as you drive a Land Rover around a series of gates! Blank Firing Pistol Techniques
- pull off the shots like you’ve seen in the movies! You will be taught by experienced instructors on how to carry out all the procedures in order to shoot the lank firing pistol. You will learn the various firing positions as well as magazines changes & stoppage drills.




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you & a friend can immerse yourselves into the world of spies & espionage with this spy hq experience! engage in a series of thrilling master classes in which you will be shown what it takes to become a top secret agent. the day is split into five missions which are as follows:cross bow shooting
- master the powerful crossbow, a stealth weapon often used by spies to silently take out the enemy!sniper lane
- get immersed in the murky world of the sniper. you will be taught the marksmanship principles of the sniper alongside camouflage & concealment methods that will help you stay hidden but alive!unarmed combat
- you will be trained in hand to hand combat for when bullets & bombs run out! learn specialist techniques that will incorporate blocks, knife work & take down techniques. all of these skills will be taught by a knowledgeable instructor with real life experiences. segways
- learn to whizz around on this hitech equipment under the watchful eyes of your instructor. blank firing pistol techniques
- pull off the shots like you’ve seen in the movies! you will be taught by experienced instructors on how to carry out all the procedures in order to shoot the lank firing pistol. you will learn the various firing positions as well as magazines changes & stoppage drills.




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You & a friend can immerse yourselves into the world of spies & espionage with this Spy HQ experience! Engage in a series of thrilling master classes in which you will be shown what it takes to become a top secret agent. The day is split into five missions which are as follows: Cross Bow Shooting
- Master the powerful crossbow, a stealth weapon often used by spies to silently take out the enemy! Sniper Lane
- get immersed in the murky world of the sniper. You will be taught the marksmanship principles of the sniper alongside camouflage & concealment methods that will help you stay hidden but alive! Unarmed Combat
- you will be trained in hand to hand combat for when bullets & bombs run out! Learn specialist techniques that will incorporate blocks, knife work & take down techniques. All of these skills will be taught by a knowledgeable instructor with real life experiences. Blindfold Land Rover Driving
- pop on a blindfold & let your navigator direct you, as you drive a Land Rover around a series of gates! Blank Firing Pistol Techniques
- pull off the shots like you’ve seen in the movies! You will be taught by experienced instructors on how to carry out all the procedures in order to shoot the lank firing pistol. You will learn the various firing positions as well as magazines changes & stoppage drills.




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