Posted by Notcot on Jul 23, 2012 in
Gadgets
Garden Lunch and Tour for Two Experience Join the renowned gardener Susan Cunliffe-Lister, who has pioneered the restoration of the grounds and gardens at Swinton Park, for lunch and an informative talk and tour of the grounds. Early booking is strongly recommended for these highly popular events. The Garden Lunches are served at 1.00pm where you will have a two course lunch followed by a talk about the design and planting of the gardens of this beautiful ancestral home which is set in 200 acres of parkland, lakes and gardens. The castle is surrounded by the family estate in which guests have access to rivers, reservoirs, moorland, dales and the beautiful Yorkshire countryside. Garden Lunch and Tour for Two Experience This is typically available on selected Monday and Tuesdays, throughout the year. Please allow 3 to 3½ hours at the venue. The minimum age is 18 years old. There a re no fitness requirements for this experience. There are no formal qualifications necessary for this experience. There will be a maximum of 50 people on the tour. Sorry, no friends or family are allowed as spectators. Don’t worry, this activity is not dependent on weather conditions Ripon in North Yorkshire This is for a voucher entitling the holder to any of the activities supplied by Activity Superstore up to the value stated. Next working day delivery cut off time is 11.00am on a normal working day (Mon-Fri). If you select next working day option on an activity placed after 11.00am it is guaranteed to arrive within two days. All guaranteed next day deliveries will arrive before 1pm and will require a signature. Please note that the Before 9am Service is not available on activities. Unfortunately Gift Wrapping is not available. Why You Should Buy From Us! 30 day money-back guarantee Low-price guarantee Loyalty points discount off future orders Huge range of unique gift ideas for all occasions Excellent customer service Next day delivery available – cut off 11am Garden Lunch and Tour for Two Experience
Price : £ 74.00
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Posted by Notcot on Jul 21, 2012 in
Gadgets
Garden Design Experience Spend a day with one of the country’s leading designer in a spectacular garden. In the morning learn about the principles of garden design including plants and planting from an experienced gardening professional. A light lunch will follow and in the afternoon enjoy a stroll around a stately garden looking at features and design ideas. There will be an opportunity mid afternoon for your questions to be answered and to discuss your own gardens and problems. About Garden Design Experience When can you go? Limited selected Monday to Friday dates, all year . How long does the activity last? Your garden design course will last for about 6 hours. You need to know To participate in this activity you must be at least 18 years old. Anyone can enjoy our garden design course. No experience or qualifications are needed to do this activity. You and how many others? There’ll be a maximum of 19 other people in your group. Family and friends Sorry, you can’t bring family and friends along to watch you do this activity. We cant control the weather Don’t worry, this activity is not dependent on weather conditions Where? Stevington, Bedfordshire; Ripon, North Yorkshire We are really sorry but loyalty points cannot be used against activities because they come from a large number of different suppliers who do not allow us to make discounts. Gift Vouchers are valid for 6 months. If you have not used your Gift Voucher by this time, it is possible to get an extension This is for a voucher entitling the holder to any of the activities supplied by Activity Superstore up to the value stated. Next working day delivery cut off time is 11.00am on a normal working day (Mon-Fri). If you select next working day option on an activity placed after 11.00am it is guaranteed to arrive within two days. All guaranteed next day deliveries will arrive before 1pm and will require a signature. Please note that the Before 9am Service is not available on activities. Unfortunately Gift Wrapping is not available. Why You Should Buy From Us! 30 day money-back guarantee Low-price guarantee Loyalty points discount off future orders Huge range of unique gift ideas for all occasions Excellent customer service Next day delivery available – cut off 11am Garden Design Experience
Price : £ 99.00
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Posted by Notcot on Jun 27, 2012 in
Gadgets
Falconry Experience – Half Day This is a fascinating introduction to an ancient and intriguing pursuit. It is extraordinary watching the relationship between man and bird of prey – when we visited one supplier, his bird actually bowed to him! – the product of many years’ training. This is an unforgettable opportunity to handle some magnificent birds of prey. You will be given an overview of the disciplines and history of falconry by one of the country’s best falconers, followed by a brief introduction to the husbandry and welfare of birds and the equipment used in falconry. The course will end with the opportunity to fly a bird “to the fist” so you can experience the unforgettable sensation of having a magnificent bird of prey on your arm. Programmes vary depending on location. About The Falconry Experience – Half Day When can you go? Limited selected Monday to Sunday dates, generally all year. How long does the activity last? Your falconry encounter will last approximately 2 to 4 hours. You need to know You must be at least 16 years old to do this activity and under 18s must be accompanied by an adult. General fitness is required as there can be a lot of walking involved. No previous falconry experience is necessary. You and how many others? There’ll be a maximum of 11 other people in your group. Family and friends Sorry, you can’t bring along family and friends to watch you do this activity We cant control the weather This activity is dependent on appropriate weather conditions Where? Bridgnorth, Shropshire; Stonham Aspal, Suffolk; Settle, North Yorkshire; Dartford, Kent; Carlisle, Cumbria; Northwich, Cheshire; Ipplepen, Devon; Braco, Perthshire; Greetham, Leicestershire; Langworth, Lincolnshire; Kielder, Northumberland; Stratford-Upon-Avon, Warwickshire; Midlothian We are really sorry but loyalty points cannot be used against activities because they come from a large number of different suppliers who do not allow us to make discounts. Gift Vouchers are valid for 6 months. If you have not used your Gift Voucher by this time, it is possible to get an extension This is for a voucher entitling the holder to any of the activities supplied by Activity Superstore up to the value stated. Next working day delivery cut off time is 11.00am on a normal working day (Mon-Fri). If you select next working day option on an activity placed after 11.00am it is guaranteed to arrive within two days. All guaranteed next day deliveries will arrive before 1pm and will require a signature. Please note that the Before 9am Service is not available on activities. Unfortunately Gift Wrapping is not available. Why You Should Buy From Us! 30 day money-back guarantee Low-price guarantee Loyalty points discount off future orders Huge range of unique gift ideas for all occasions Excellent customer service Next day delivery available – cut off 11am Falconry Experience – Half Day
Price : £ 85.00
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Posted by Notcot on Jun 12, 2012 in
Gadgets
Discover Horse Racing Experience for Two Discover the Sport of Kings with a visit to the gallops, a tour of a trainer’s stables and entrance to the Members’ enclosure for an afternoon at the races. You will be accompanied by a racing professional throughout, who will explain all aspects of racing, including following form and placing your bets. This full day programme includes a morning visit to a trainer’s stable, a trip to the gallops to see the horses at exercise and, of course, entrance to the members’ enclosure for an afternoon at the races. You will be accompanied by a racing professional throughout, who will explain all aspects of racing, including – most importantly! – how to place bets. It could turn out to be a profitable day! Please note that transfers from the trainer’s stable to the racecourse is not included and will involve a drive of anything from 15 to 60 minutes About Discover Horse Racing Experience for Two When can you go? Selected race days (excluding the big race meetings), varies according to location but generally April to October. How long does this activity last? Your horse racing day will typically last for a full day. You need to know To participate in this activity you must be at least 17 years old. You will need to be reasonably fit as some walking is involved. No experience or qualifications are necessary to take part in this activity. You will be asked to sign a risk awareness form on arrival. You and how many others? There’ll be a maximum of 24 other people in your group. Family and friends Sorry, you can’t bring family and friends along to watch you do this activity. We can’t control the weather This activity is dependent on appropriate weather conditions Where? Newmarket, Suffolk; York, North Yorkshire; Newbury, Berkshire; Wetherby. West Yorkshire; Haydock, Merseyside; Perth, Scotland; Cheltenham, Gloucestershire; We are really sorry but loyalty points cannot be used against activities because they come from a large number of different suppliers who do not allow us to make discounts. Gift Vouchers are valid for 6 months. If you have not used your Gift Voucher by this time, it is possible to get an extension This is for a voucher entitling the holder to any of the activities supplied by Activity Superstore up to the value stated. Next working day delivery cut off time is 11.00am on a normal working day (Mon-Fri). If you select next working day option on an activity placed after 11.00am it is guaranteed to arrive within two days. All guaranteed next day deliveries will arrive before 1pm and will require a signature. Please note that the Before 9am Service is not available on activities. Unfortunately Gift Wrapping is not available. Why You Should Buy From Us! 30 day money-back guarantee Low-price guarantee Loyalty points discount off future orders Huge range of unique gift ideas for all occasions Excellent customer service Next day delivery available – cut off 11am Discover Horse Racing Experience for Two
Price : £ 179.00
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Posted by Notcot on Jun 12, 2012 in
Gadgets
Discover Horse Racing Experience Discover the Sport of Kings with a visit to the gallops, a tour of a trainer’s stables and entrance to the Members’ enclosure for an afternoon at the races. You will be accompanied by a racing professional throughout, who will explain all aspects of racing, including – most importantly! – how to place bets. It could turn out to be a profitable day! This full day programme includes a morning visit to a trainer’s stable, a trip to the gallops to see the horses at exercise and, of course, entrance to the members’ enclosure for an afternoon at the races. You will be accompanied by a racing professional throughout, who will explain all aspects of racing, including – most importantly! – how to place bets. It could turn out to be a profitable day! Please note that transfers from the trainer’s stable to the racecourse is not included and will involve a drive of anything from 15 to 60 minutes. About Discover Horse Racing Experience When can you go? Selected race days (excluding big race meetings), varies according to location but generally April to October. How long does the activity last? Your horse racing day will typically last for a full day. You need to know To participate in this activity you must be at least 17 years old. You will need to be reasonably fit as some walking is involved. No experience or qualifications are necessary to take part in this activity. You will be asked to sign a risk awareness form on arrival. You and how many others? There’ll be a maximum of 25 other people in your group. Family and friends Sorry, you can’t bring family and friends along to watch you do this activity. We cant control the weather This activity is dependent on appropriate weather conditions Where? Newmarket, Suffolk; York, North Yorkshire; Newbury, Berkshire; Wetherby. West Yorkshire; Perth, Scotland; Cheltenham, Gloucestershire; We are really sorry but loyalty points cannot be used against activities because they come from a large number of different suppliers who do not allow us to make discounts. Gift Vouchers are valid for 6 months. If you have not used your Gift Voucher by this time, it is possible to get an extension This is for a voucher entitling the holder to any of the activities supplied by Activity Superstore up to the value stated. Next working day delivery cut off time is 11.00am on a normal working day (Mon-Fri). If you select next working day option on an activity placed after 11.00am it is guaranteed to arrive within two days. All guaranteed next day deliveries will arrive before 1pm and will require a signature. Please note that the Before 9am Service is not available on activities. Unfortunately Gift Wrapping is not available. Why You Should Buy From Us! 30 day money-back guarantee Low-price guarantee Loyalty points discount off future orders Huge range of unique gift ideas for all occasions Excellent customer service Next day delivery available – cut off 11am Discover Horse Racing Experience
Price : £ 95.00
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Posted by Notcot on May 26, 2012 in
Cult Film
After nearly two decades in Britain Bill Bryson took the decision to move back to the States for a while but before leaving his much-loved home in North Yorkshire Bryson insisted on taking one last trip around Britain. His aim was to take stock of the nation’s public face and private parts (as it were) and to analyse what precisely it was he loved so much about a country that had produced Marmite a military hero whose dying wish was to be kissed by a fellow named Hardy place names like Farleigh Wallop and Shellow Bowells people who said ‘Mustn’t grumble’ and Gardeners’ Question Time.
Price : £ 12.99
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