Delve into the murky underworld of gangster London on a Krays tour! The Kray twins were notorious baddies who pretty much 'ran' London's East End in the 1950s & 60s. This fascinating walking tour dares to delve into the dark history of the criminal gangs of London uncovering gruesome stories & tall tales as you go. So who could possibly host a tour that takes you into the world of the Krays? None other than ' Lock Stock & Two Smoking Barrels' star Rory Breaker that's who. If anyone knows this patch it's this guy. As a gang leader Rory was sold back his own drugs after that heist & heading over the Eddy's for vengeance Rory got into that infamous shootout with Dog's lot. In real life Rory Breaker is Vas Blackwood. An instantly recognisable actor as well as playing gangster Rory he was Lenny Henry's sidekick Winston (yes him!) & starred in Casualty too. He has curated this captivating excursion on foot into gangster London packed full of riveting facts & fiction. Inde... ...
Paddles up for kayaking in the Lake District! This is quite possibly the loveliest part of England for a spot of kayaking. You’ll be paddling on Ullswater the prettiest of the larger lakes that make up the famous Lake District National Park.
We are offering full & half day kayaking experiences out of Ullswater. Your amiable host & guide for the day is Leigh. He’s a fully qualified BCU Sea Kayaking guide who loves his outdoor adrenaline sports & whilst he’s paddled on waters around the world he adores being able to kayak with clients in the Lake District.
Leigh has a fleet of kayaks at his disposal that are ideal for beginners & novices alike as they are really stable - so there’s no need for any previous experience to be able to enjoy these sessions. If it's forecast to be windy only the double kayaks will be used for extra stability.
As well as honing your paddle skills these excursions are all about enjoying the scenery. Setting off from Glenridding Sailing Centre which is at the south end of Ullswater lake you will soon find yourself admiring the views. There’s so much to explore in the immediate area. From the isolated little islands of Cherry Holm & Wall Holm to the beautiful & remote Silver Bay & the unspoilt beauty of Blowick Bay you’ll see it all.
It’s all done at a relaxing & calm pace too. It’s not a race there are no rapids to ride - just the very best backdrop you could hope for & a friendly instructor to help you discover all the hidden gems you might not spot from onshore.
We can highly recommend going for the full day session of kayaking in the Lake District. Leigh has worked out the perfect itinerary for the day which Includes:: a stop off in a secluded spot for a picnic lunch. The food is all provided - & there’s nothing better than a bit of paddling to build up an appetite! ...
Kayaking on Wales's Wye river is a great way to explore the waterways! Climb aboard your kayak to discover exciting & challenging water on these half & full-day kayaking experiences near the stunning Brecon Beacons area of South Wales. These sessions are ideal for those with no or little previous experience of kayaking. Your kayaking session starts with meeting your coach who will be a fully qualified member of the British Canoe Union. Once kitted up with buoyancy aid helmet paddle & kayak (wet suits may be hired at approx. £3.50) your instructor will take you through a l&-based safety briefing & explanation of basic techniques. When it comes to kayaking most people's biggest concern is if they have to do a capsize drill - well worry not at this Welsh kayaking centre there isn't one. That's because these days it's not necessary as modern kayaks are a lot more stable controllable & far safer to get into & out of than before. So there's no fear of having to get wet... ...
Try your hand at kayaking in Warwickshire on the lovely River Leam at Leamington Spa! We are offering you the choice of a two-hour taster session or a full day paddle. Both are suitable for beginners & those with some kayaking experiences & all the gear you need is included. The Leamington Spa kayaking centre is British Canoe Association Quality Marked with fully qualified & passionate British Canoeing (BC) instructors onboard & ready to take you paddling on the Leam. Before you get started your instructor will have a chat to discuss any previous experience you may or may not have so sessions can be tailored to ensure everyone has fun. On the taster sessions you'll begin with a paddle out on the boating lake. This is the ideal place to get started as you can quickly build up confidence in your kayak on the calm & shallow waters. From here you can launch into the River Leam itself which winds around Leamington Spa's pretty town centre meandering through the Victorian G... ...