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| High Speed Ride Experience |
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| Take the ride of your life! This isnand#39;t about driving - itand#39;s about screaming with excitement as a professional racing instructor takes you round one of the UKand#39;s racing circuits at break-neck speed in a track prepared performance car. Get the rush and exhilaration of circuit driving, while someone else does all the work!At least two laps of a well-known UK racing circuitVehicles used and number of laps varies by location Experience gift box including smart wallet, personalised voucher, message card and single use cameraPA cover to a value of 50,000 plus cancellation indemnityWhat happens on the day:When you arrive, you will be given an initial briefing by a qualified instructor before being taken out on the track for two or more laps in a high performance car. You should allow about an hour for your visit.Need to know:Minimum age 12 (under 18s need parent/guardian consent)You should be in reasonable health and agile enough to climb into the vehicleMinimum height 410 (147cms), max height 63-66 (191cms-198cms) depending on location. Maximum weight 17-18 stones (108kgs-114kgs) depending on locationCourse note: Early booking is required, particularly during peak periods such as weekends and summer holidays.Locations:Cheshire - CreweLancashire - WiganLeicestershire - HinkleyNorthamptonshire - Corby, TowcesterScotland - DunfermlineStaffordshire - SeighfordWiltshire - Chippenham |
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| Karting Experience |
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| All the fun of open-wheel dicing! Hurtle up to the chicane with the power full on until the last split second. No time to look back, the next diabolical corner is coming up to test you again! Some locations have banked turns, others fly-overs. Stand by to have the four-wheeled time of your life!Karting Explorer (for two)Safety briefing and initial instructionIssue of helmets and overalls (if applicable)Karting session - exact equipment used and number of laps varies by venue, which may be either indoors or outdoorsAllow approx 1-2 hours for your visitExperience gift box including smart wallet, personalised voucher, message card and single use cameraPA cover to a value of 50,000 plus cancellation indemnityWhat happens on the day:On arrival, most centres will ask you to sign an indemnity. A safety briefing will follow, along with issue of safety helmet. Make yourself aware of the meaning of the centres own particular flag and light signals. These will usually conform to international motor sports standards. You will then be shown to a kart and signalled out on to the track.Need to know:Minimum age 12-16 depending on location (under 18s need parental/guardian consent)You should be reasonable health and agile enough to climb into the vehicleMinimum height 46-5 (137cms-152cms), max height 64-67 (193cms-201cms) depending on location. Maximum weight 16-20 stones (102kgs-127kgs) depending on locationLocations:Avon - BristolCleveland - MiddlesbroughEssex - ThurrockGloucestershire - GloucesterHampshire - EastleighHerefordshire - WeobleyKent - ChathamLeicestershire - Fosseway, LeicesterManchester - Trafford ParkNorthern Ireland - PortadownScotland - Clydebank, Glasgow, LivingstonSuffolk - IpswichWest Midlands - West BromwichWest Sussex - Crawley |
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| MG Extreme Rally Experience |
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| How much action can you handle? Take the ultimate ride with MG XPOWER XTREME RALLY in the awesome 200bhp MG ZR rally car. MG Rally stars Matt Stephens and Miles Johnston will get your heart pounding as they demonstrate High speed slides Left foot braking and Handbrake turns with YOU in the co-drivers seat! It doesnt get any closer to the action than this!2005 Tour Guide in Rally road book style with stage maps, pace notes, details of all the venues and information on the carsVIP Co-drivers pass with lanyardEntry to one of the top motor sport events or theme parks listed in the 2005 Tour GuideAllow 10 minutes with the MG XPOWER Rally Team and spend the rest of the day at your chosen venueApprox 5 locations to choose from (see enclosed list)PA cover to a value of 50,000 plus cancellation indemnityWhat happens on the day:You will be able to spend all day at one of the fantastic motor sport events or thrilling theme parks listed in the 2005 Tour Guide where you will be free to experience some of the best motor sport action as a spectator or sample a range of stunning theme park attractions. The ultimate highlight of your day will be a high speed passenger ride on a genuine rally stage created at the venue.Need to know:There is a minimum age of 12 for this experience, under 18s need parental consentLocations:Derbyshire - IlkestonNorthamptonshire - TowcesterNorth Yorkshire - RiponSurrey - WeybridgeWiltshire - Chippenham |
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| Microlight Lesson Experience - Experience Gifts |
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| Enjoy the fun sensation of flying like a bird, taking off, turning and climbing to cruise height. After a briefing with your instructor, you will take off and climb to over 1,000 feet. Once youand#39;re comfortable, the instructor will hand you the controls before you descend to land. With the wind in your face, this back-to-basics experience will make you feel like youand#39;ve traveled back in time to the pioneer days of flying.Safety briefing and familiarisation with controlsTraining from an experienced instructorAllow approx 1 hour for your visit, which will include up to 30 minutes flying time with the opportunity to take the controls Experience gift box including smart wallet, personalised voucher, message card and single use cameraPA cover to a value of 50,000 plus cancellation indemnity What happens on the day:When you arrive you will be given a brief introduction to the controls and the flight. Then take to the skies for your lesson under guidance of a professional instructor.Need to know:Minimum age 12-14 depending on location (under 18s need parental/guardian consent)You should be in reasonable health and agile enough to climb into the aircraft.Maximum height 63and#39;68 (191cms-203cms) depending on location Maximum weight 14-16 stones (89kgs-102kgs) depending on locationLocations:Cambridgeshire - MarchDevon - Nr. BarnstapleEast Sussex - PortsladeHampshire - Winchester/BasingstokeManchester - BartonNorthamptonshire - SywellNorthumberland - MorpethOxfordshire - KidlingtonPeterbourghScotland - East Lothian, Perth |
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| Military Driving Experience |
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| Put on your tin hat, settle into the driving seat of an Abbott tracked gun, an Armoured Personnel Carrier or a six-wheeled Stalwart, and get ready to learn a totally new skill. Very entertaining and surprisingly challenging, military vehicles are a driving experience that everyone should try.Training from an experienced instructorAs part of a small group you will be given a safety briefing followed by driving experience in up to three different military vehiclesAllow 2-3 hours for your visitExperience gift box including smart wallet, personalised voucher, message card and single use cameraPA cover to a value of 50,000 plus cancellation indemnityWhat happens on the day:When you arrive, you will normally be asked to sign an indemnity form which will also require parental/guardian signature for under 18and#39;s. Your session will usually be shared with other drivers. You will be given an initial briefing, followed by detailed training from an experienced instructor before being allowed to drive the vehicles yourself under his/her guidance (once you are judged to be safe enough).Need to know:Minimum age 16-18 depending on location (under 18s need parental/guardian consent)You should be in reasonable health and agile enough to climb into the vehicles which can be high and awkward to enter. Driving license preferred but not essential driving experience needed.Minimum height 48-5 (142cms-152cms) depending on location, max height 64 (193cms). Maximum weight 18 stones (114kgs) Seasonal winter closures may applyLocations:Avon - Bristol Essex - nr Stanstead Hampshire - Winchester Norfolk - Norwich Scotland - Aberdeen |
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| Parachute Jump Experience - Experience Gifts |
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| Nothing can beat the exhilaration you feel after your first leap from a plane at 3,000 feet. This is one of the most challenging sports ever invented! Supervised by British Parachuting Association instructors, your ground training is rigorous and you must be fit. Jump from the plane on a and#39;static lineand#39; that opens your steerable parachute automatically, freeing you to enjoy your breathtaking descent.This course is usually runs over 2 days and includes fitness testing followed by intensive parachuting and landing training by a BPA instructor as part of a small groupOne static line jump from 3,000 feet using a modern hi-tech steerable square canopy parachute for optimum descent control and a softer landingProvisional BPA membershipExperience gift box including smart wallet, personalised voucher, message card and single use cameraPA cover to a value of 50,000 plus cancellation indemnityWhat happens on the day:Usually run over 2 days, with intensive parachute and landing training, as part of a small group.When you arrive, you will be enrolled as a provisional member of the British Parachute Association and issued with the appropriate equipment. The first day will consist of ground training which is a mixture of practical and theory. Your static-line jump will usually take place on the second day. If you wish to stay overnight, many parachuting clubs can offer inexpensive (but basic!) accommodation (this is not covered by your voucher). If you are interested you should enquire about this when you make your booking.Need to know:Minimum age 16 (under 18s need parental/guardian consent), max age 50 unless very fit (participants over 40 require a doctorand#39;s certificate of fitness). Your weight must be in proportion to height: Males - max 6and#39;2and#39; (188cms) and 14-15 stones (89kgs-95kgs) depending on location, Females - max 5and#39;9and#39; (175cms) and 12-14 stones (76kgs-89kgs) depending on location. All weights must include clothes and shoes.A number of physical conditions or previous illnesses may prevent you from parachuting. If you are in doubt, please ring the Virgin Experience Days helpline for guidanceLocations:Cambridgeshire - PeterboroughCumbria - Grange Over SandsDurham - PeterleeKent - HeadcornLincolnshire - BriggNottinghamshire - LangarScotland - AuchterarderShropshire - WhitchurchWiltshire - Netheravon |
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| Power Boating Experience |
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| A fun packed introduction to the exciting sport of Power boating. The full day experience varies slightly at each centre but will start with a briefing on land before learning slow speed handling skills in sheltered water. In the afternoon, youand#39;ll be picking up speed and taking on the thrill of handling these power machines in more open water. Training from an experienced instructor as part of a small group (numbers vary between centres)Issue of safety and buoyancy equipment Hands on experience in RIB, Zap Cat or Honda off-shore power boat, depending on locationAllow a day for your visit - 5-7 hours approximately (locations vary)Experience gift box including smart wallet, personalised voucher, message card and single use cameraPA cover to a value of 50,000 plus cancellation indemnityWhat happens on the day:You will be greeted by your instructors and given a brief introduction to the safety aspects. After being kitted out with buoyancy aids and waterproof outer clothing, you will be given a demonstration of the controls etc and then hands on experience of driving the boat. Then youand#39;re in for some high speed thrills and skills when you take the boat out into more open water, in some instances out to sea! Return at the end of a fun day with a great sense of achievement. Each centre offers a slightly different agenda, so check when booking.Need to know:Minimum age 12-16 depending on location (under 18s need parental/guardian consent)You should be in reasonable health and agile enough to climb into the boat. Heart related conditions and some other illnesses may prohibit participation. Not suitable for people with back problems. Maximum weight 16-18 stones (102kgs-114kgs) depending on locationLocations:Buckinghamshire - Milton KeynesCornwall - FalmouthHampshire - SouthamptonLeicestershire - RutlandScotland - Fort William, GlasgowWales - Penarth |
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