Would you like to polish up your slicing & dicing skills? Professional chefs will tell you that the most important piece of equipment in any kitchen is a sharp knife & the ability to use it correctly. By learning from professionals you will find your new found knife skills will greatly increase your speed in the kitchen. This is an essential class for keen cooks of all abilities. After a warm welcome on arrival, you will get to meet your expert cookery teacher who will talk you through the day's programme & what you will be learning during your lesson. Then it will be your turn to get the knife & chopping board out & become an expert at slicing, dicing, sharpening & handling knives & using these new found skills to cook some delicious dishes. All ingredients & equipment you will require are provided & you will leave with a copy of the day's recipes together with a host of new ideas. ...

Save time in the kitchen & learn to handle a knife like a professional chef so you can perfect your julienne, batons & chiffonade. Well-honed knife skills reduce valuable time spent preparing food in the kitchen, & allow you to create attractive dishes which will wow your family & friends at your next dinner party. Upon arrival you will be greeted by one of the chefs at the Smart School of Cookery. Then, after a brief overview of what to expect from the class, you will get changed into your chef’s apron ready for action. You’ll learn how to chop, cut, slice & dice vegetables like a pro. You’ll learn ways of keeping your knife sharp. & you’ll learn the skill of filleting a fish & de-boning a chicken. This experience is 100% hands on. The chef will demonstrate each task, then you will practice your hopping, filleting & boning skills with guidance from the chef. Once the class is completed, you will receive an email within 24 hours with a knife chart with useful information relating to the knives for you to refer back to when cooking at home. ...

This is your chance to experience being ' The Hoff' as Michael Knight by taking control of the Pontiac Firebird AKA 'KITT' (Knight Industries Three Thousand). Unfortunately KITT do it all for you so you will have to guide him around the race track for three to four laps/miles. This is a great chance to experience this TV show hero in this thrilling drive. Upon arrival you will be greeted by one of the friendly staff members who will give you a brief health & safety overview & give you some interesting facts & statistics about the famous Pontiac Firebird car that you may not already know. Then it’s time to buckle up & take to the track! You & one other lucky person will each have 3-4 exciting & thrilling laps/miles in the KITT replica. To conclude your session you will be given a certificate of your experience to take home as a memorable keep sake. There will be a photographer on the day, so if you would like to purchase any images, you can do at the end of your visit. Please note: 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. There will be a supplement fee if you choose to visit the Dunsfold or Castle Combe venue. ...

One for chocolate lovers with a taste for something out of the ordinary, The Knightsbridge Hamper is a collection of treats with many an unusual twist. In the generous box of Beech’s Dark Chocolate Gingers, find luxury stem ginger swathed in chocolate, & from Montezuma’s, a dark organic chocolate flavoured with citrus & geranium. From Holl&, Droste Pastilles are luxury discs in stracciatella white
- vanilla streaked with milk chocolate
- & extra dark. Chocolate coated gourmet sweets by the Jelly Bean Factory come in fruity flavours, perfect for enjoying with the Belgian Chocolate Drinking Stick, which melts into indulgent hot chocolate. From Poul Pava, unusual flavours come in the form of salty liquorice & strawberry almonds with a hint of white chocolate & chilli. & finally, find a box of Butlers Chocolates sweet treats, inspired by classic desserts; a tribute to tiramisu, creme brulee & coffee after dinner. Should an individual stock item not be available the hamper may be substituted with a similar product of equal or greater value to that it replaces. Please allow 3 to 5 working days for delivery.

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Indulge yourself at Ku Bu Spa with this extended treatment focussing on relaxation & refreshment where you will finish your experience feeling deeply calm with a fantastic sense of well-being. Start your treatment with a fragrant flower petal foot soak & foot massage followed by a Ku Bu full body massage; a combination of long strokes & palm pressure techniques, a wonderful therapy for muscle rejuvenation & mental relaxation. Follow this with a Ku Bu Signature facial; created by Ku Bu exclusively uses Lavera organic products &

Includes:: deep cleansing, toning, exfoliation, & a face & scalp massage. Beginning with a flower petal soak & concluding with a herbal tea, or if youre feeling decadent a glass of champagne, Ku Bu extended indulgence experience is pure bliss & will leave you looking & feeling radiant.

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This is a great canoe experience suitable for all abilities & ages. You will be able to explore the Lee Valley Park whilst learning to master the skill of paddling & co-ordination on water. Upon arrival at 10:30am, a member of friendly staff will greet you both & take you to the first lock. You will then be free to travel on your own in the beautiful Lee Valley Park. You are welcome to find a pub or cafe for lunch or even a picnic spot if you brought your own. ...

Buckmore Park is one of the most famous & successful karting circuits in the UK. Two British Formula 1 World Champions learned their craft at this challenging twisty international circuit. None other than Lewis Hamilton & Jenson Button, two of the fastest & most skillful drivers in racing. Karting is considered to be the perfect starting point for all those wishing to get into racing & surprisingly, in a quick kart, it is one of the closest things to racing in a Formula 1 car! So if you want to get into this very competitive sport or just want some karting fun then you can't go wrong with Buckmore Park. This voucher entitles you to enter either a Grand Prix which takes place on their 600m National circuit or a 30 minute endurance event which will take place on the International circuit. On arriving at the centre you will sign on & get suited up in a helmet & racing overalls. This will be followed by a safety briefing & instructions on the kart controls. For these races you'll be driving the RX390 karts which are ideal for both novice drivers & those with previous karting experience. The Grand Prix takes place on the shorter but challenging National Circuit, with practice, three heats & a final for all drivers. The 30 minute endurance takes place on the full international circuit, with practice & 30 minutes of non-stop racing. The experience ends with a presentation of trophies to the fastest drivers. ...

Paddle your kayak down the river, across the sea or over a lake, enjoying the thrill of powering yourself through the waves with views only available from the water. The action takes place on either a river, on a lake or on the coast. All have their own challenges that will test you to the limit. The river & lake are ideal locations for both complete beginners & those with some experience, however if you feel you have the confidence to take on the powerful waves of the sea, then the coast will provide the thrills you need. This experience is the ideal way to learn about this fantastic sport. Your experience will start with an introduction from your guide. Your guide will make sure you learn quickly & safely before leading you out to the water. Flat water, white-water & surf are all options so whatever your ability you are bound to get the most out of this exciting experience. ...

The British Canoe Union's 1 star award is designed to be the first step in becoming a paddler. You'll be learning the personal paddle stokes needed to control the kayak through the water, the safety aspects of kayaking with others including capsize procedures & the theory behind the sport. Don't worry if this sounds a bit daunting, the course can be taken without any prior experience. During the course you will gain all the relevant skills & theory needed for the assessment such as: safety awareness, equipment selection, launching & recovering, steering & controlling, kayaking theory, capsize drills & using spray decks. ...

Kentwell Hall is a romantic, moated Tudor manor, built in the early 16th century by the Clopton family. The manor presents a wonderful sight; its open courtyard facing onto a moat, & its two wings reaching almost to the waters edge, is a picturesque scene. On your visit there are a variety of estate buildings to visit that flank the house, including a bake house, dairy, brew house, & a part timbered Moat House dating to the turn of the 16th century. Not only this but there is also extensive grounds surrounding Kentwell which feature box & yew topiary, a Camera Obscura (an old Gazebo on the corner of the moat), a walled garden laid out in 17th century style, & enjoyable woodland walks. Please note that from time to time during the year Kentwell holds special event days such as the Tudor re-creation or Christmas events & if you want to use your voucher for these then you will be required to pay a supplement fee & book in advance. Therefore please refer to the website or call before your visit to check whether or not it is a special event day when you wish to visit & to check opening times. There is no need to book if it is not a special event. All you need to do is turn up on the day with your voucher & exchange this for your tickets at the entrance on the day. ...