enjoy a unique tour & tasting at h. forman & son's famous smokehouse, including a fascinating carving demonstration.smoked salmon is serious business at h. forman & son, the east end’s last smokehouse, founded by harry forman in stepney in 1905 & run today by his great-grandson lance forman at fish island in hackney wick. their fascinating experience is perfect for those with an interest in food, as well as those looking for a unique & informative day out. you will begin with a tour of forman’s famous london smokehouse, showing you the process of producing the world’s finest smoked scottish salmon. afterwards, you will take a seat in forman’s, the onsite riverside restaurant & bar which has an incredible view of the olympic stadium & a viewing gallery into the smoke house. it is here where you will enjoy a smoked salmon tasting platter to share, accompanied by a bottle of still or sparkling water. also included is a 30 minute talk on the history of h. forman & son which goes back over a hundred years. following on from this will be a 30 minute smoked salmon carving demonstration on the factory floor by the guinness world record holder, who previously had a carving competition with gordon ramsay. if there is an exhibition on at the time you will have a tour of the forman’s smokehouse art gallery, a spectacular contemporary art project space on the top floor of the smokery. at the end of your experience you will receive a complimentary packet of smoked salmon to take away & you will have the opportunity to purchase more items. ...

Everyman Motor Racing is one of the largest independent operators of quality driving experience gifts in the UK. The racing experts have over 200 vehicles in their fleet including a Ferrari, Lamborghini, McLaren, Aston Martin, & many more. With their extensive range of driving experiences that are all about maximum driving time & no rev limits, get ready to tear up the tarmac! In 1977, Smokey & the Bandit was released, taking the Bandit Trans Am to legendary status. Experience the opportunity to drive this replica & relive the chase! Grab your chance to truly be the Bandit as you zoom around the track & re-create those legendary car pursuits, with no speed limit to hold you back. Your day will start with a quick welcome & registration followed by a safety & techniques briefing. Once you are ready, strap in & start up the engine! You will then have the opportunity to drive three laps in the iconic Bandit Trans AM. Please note, the car you drive will be authentic, but did not appear in the film. ...

The world beneath the water is one of endless fascination, with a vast array of incredible animals & a host of hidden treasures just waiting to be discovered. For those who want to learn more about the fascinating underwater environment, snorkelling is the perfect way to get started. There is no need for extensive training, making snorkelling one of the most accessible ways to become an undersea explorer. This experience is perfect for anyone with an interest in nature, adventurers & those who appreciate the opportunity to try new things. The experience of breathing underwater is unlike any other, & having a trained instructor on hand to offer advice & demonstrate some of the most effective techniques makes it even more enjoyable. This experience starts with a warm welcome from a trained instructor who will introduce themselves before fitting the participant with their mask & fins & ensuring that they are comfortable. Then, it’s time to begin the underwater adventure & the instructor will encourage participants to get comfortable, helping them to gain confidence as they duck beneath the water & begin to learn how to use the snorkelling equipment. The instructor will demonstrate various techniques to the snorkelers to ensure that they are using the equipment correctly. They may also be given a chance to experiment with their new-found skills by retrieving different items from the bottom of the pool. The sessions are tailored to suit the needs & abilities of the participants & the instructors will adjust the pace & complexity of the class to suit everyone’s requirements. ...

Treat yourself & a loved one to this interactive animal experience which means that you can get up close & personal to two fabulous & exotic creatures at Lakeland Wildlife Oasis Park. The graceful snow leopard is one of the world’s most elusive cats, usually found in high, rugged mountain landscapes at elevations of 3, 000-4, 500m. Solitary creatures, they usually hunt at dawn & dusk. They’re successful predators, able to kill prey up to three times their own weight.A relative of the mongoose, the fossa is unique to the forests of Madagascar. The fossa is a slender-bodied cat-like creature with little resemblance to its mongoose cousins. The fossa is the largest carnivore & top predator native to Madagascar & is known to feed on lemurs & most other creatures it can get its claws on. Upon arrival you will be given a health & safety briefing before you are introduced to the resident fossa. You will get to partake in the clicker training through a mesh barrier. Next you will meet the snow leopards, where you will have the chance to get up really close to these beautiful animals by stick feeding them through a mesh barrier. After your experience you will both be free to explore Lakeland Wildlife Oasis Park, which is home to meerkats, lemurs & monkeys amongst many others. ...

This is your opportunity to ride an avalanche, as for the first time in the world of Sphereing, you can roll down the UK’s largest indoor snow slope at speeds of up to 30mph! This is a faster & smoother ride than on any other terrain, exposing you to a force of 4G as your world rotates up to 11 times. This is an indescribable experience, impossible to imagine until you have taken part. On arrival you will be greeted by a Flight Attendant who will escort you to Mission Control where you will receive a DVD briefing & instructions on how to safely enjoy the experience. You will then be helped into your special flight suit, suitable footwear & your harness. Out on the snow there will be a trained Flight Crew on hand to guide you up the slope & give you a final briefing at the top. Finally, you will be paired with your riding partner & harnessed into the ball before beginning the ride of your life! ...

This is a great chance to learn the latest sports craze of snowboarding. Lessons take place at one of the country's permanent snow all the year round venues. You should arrive half an hour before your appointed lesson time to give you time to collect your ticket & get changed. Then you will have an initial safety briefing & you're off to the slopes. The lesson will cover equipment & basic skills. After one hour there may be a very short break off the slope to allow different students to join you for the second session. There will be a maximum of four participants per instructor. ...

Snowboarding was invented in the 1960's in the USA & has since grown in popularity all around the world. Considered to be one of the more difficult but ultimately thrilling extreme sports, snowboarding requires you to carve & meander your way down a slope while staying firmly strapped to your board. Experts are able to perform gravity-defying tricks & reach speeds of over 80mph! You may not be learning how to do this just yet, but these lessons are the best way to enjoy snowboarding right here in the UK. You may be asked to arrive up to half an hour before your appointed lesson time to give you time to collect your equipment & get changed. Then you will have an initial safety briefing & you're off to the artificial snow slopes! Depending on the location you choose the equipment provided may vary from boots, boards & bindings to boots, boards, hats & scarves. On booking it's important you state your level of experience so that you can be put into the correct lesson to match your ability. Please note, some locations only offer lessons for beginners. ...

If you've always fancied learning to snowboard then you'll love this taster session. With the artificial snow under your board & the exhilaration of the slope, you're sure to want to come back for more! You'll be in safe hands with a friendly, fully qualified instructor who will help you find your snow legs & get the most from this experience. This taster session takes place on a beginner's slope & is ideal for anyone who is new to the sport. By the end of the class you will be able to slide & balance, & be ready to take on the main slope. Snowboard, trousers & jacket hire is included within this package. Gloves are compulsory on any activity in the snow & can be bought on the day for a small fee. ...

If youve always fancied learning to snowboard then youll love this awesome taster session. With the snow under your board & the exhilaration of the slope, youre sure to want to come back for more! Youll be in safe hands with a friendly, fully qualified instructor who will help you find your snow legs & get the most from this experience. This taster session takes place on a beginners slope & is ideal for anyone who is new to the sport. By the end of the class you will be able to slide & balance, & be ready to take on the main slope. Clothes hire is not included in this deal, however a warm jacket & trousers can be hired at the price of £5 or £3 for each item (trousers or jacket). Gloves are compulsory on any activity in the snow & can be bought for £4 each, hats can be bought for £1. All ski & snowboard boots & equipment hire is included. ...

Learn how to make your own soap with this creative experience. Using a wide selection of fragrances, colours & containers, you can match the soaps to your mood, décor or to give them away as gifts. You’ll make between three & four soaps on the day, such as traditional soap, jelly soaps, aromatherapy oil soaps, bath salt bars, bath bombs & coloured soap. You will also be able to take your creations home with you. Upon arrival you will be greeted by the soap making expert. They will explain the different types of soaps, health & safety, how to colour soaps correctly, the use of fragrances, tools & decorative touches. ...