If Patrick Moore has taught us anything (aside from his work on Gamesmaster… terrible business) it’s that the night sky is a tremendously beautiful thing. However thanks to the omnipresent orange fug that covers our major cities seeing it clearly is a bit of a struggle for those of us who don’t live in the countryside. Thankfully the AstroEye Planetarium projector is on hand to show us not only the wonders of the night sky but of whole constellations and star systems. It’s sort of like being in 2001: A Space Odyssey but without the psychotic computer and ballet music. Simply pop this attractive spherical projector unit into its bowl-shaped holder angle it up at the ceiling and turn it on. Immediately you’ll be awe-struck as over 8 000 stars gently revolve around the room. There are two slide discs for you to play with one with all the constellations marked on it and one without if you fancy a more natural experience. With a five-speed control you can control the speed of the rotation too. It’s even date-sensitive meaning that you can see the subtle movements of the stars from day to day. Best of all a press of a button will send a shooting star flying across your universe (though hopefully it won’t be replicated in reality – there’ll be meteors flying all over the place). It obviously works best at night or in a darkened room (we tried it out under a desk with mixed results) and is therefore brilliant as an alternative to a night-light or lamp or makes lovely mood lighting. With a sleep function that allows you to doze off without having to worry about turning it off. Perfect for anyone wanting to learn about astrology or those who want some interesting mood lighting the AstroEye Planetarium crams the whole universe into your bedroom.

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The Love Heart Lanterns are perfect for showing your other half just how much they’ve set your heart alight. These heart shaped flying lanterns have been constructed based on an idea first developed in 3rd Century China (flying lanterns used to be used as military signals) but you can enjoy them on the next windless night. Once lit the fuel block fills the canopy of your Love Heart Lantern with enough hot air to make it lift off the ground and drift through the air in a calm serene spectacle leaving you transfixed. The lantern itself is flame proof and it’s all completely biodegradable so no need to worry about your romantic gesture crashing to the ground. Let your love soar into the sky next Valentine’s Day – who knows where it might end up?

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The Love Heart Lanterns are perfect for showing your other half just how much they’ve set your heart alight. These heart shaped flying lanterns have been constructed based on an idea first developed in 3rd Century China (flying lanterns used to be used as military signals) but you can enjoy them on the next windless night. Once lit the fuel block fills the canopy of your Love Heart Lantern with enough hot air to make it lift off the ground and drift through the air in a calm serene spectacle leaving you transfixed. The lantern itself is flame proof and it’s all completely biodegradable so no need to worry about your romantic gesture crashing to the ground. Let your love soar into the sky next Valentine’s Day – who knows where it might end up?

• 3 for £20

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The Love Heart Lanterns are perfect for showing your other half just how much they’ve set your heart alight. These heart shaped flying lanterns have been constructed based on an idea first developed in 3rd Century China (flying lanterns used to be used as military signals) but you can enjoy them on the next windless night. Once lit the fuel block fills the canopy of your Love Heart Lantern with enough hot air to make it lift off the ground and drift through the air in a calm serene spectacle leaving you transfixed. The lantern itself is flame proof and it’s all completely biodegradable so no need to worry about your romantic gesture crashing to the ground. Let your love soar into the sky next Valentine’s Day – who knows where it might end up?

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The Love Heart Lanterns are perfect for showing your other half just how much they’ve set your heart alight. These heart shaped flying lanterns have been constructed based on an idea first developed in 3rd Century China (flying lanterns used to be used as military signals) but you can enjoy them on the next windless night. Once lit the fuel block fills the canopy of your Love Heart Lantern with enough hot air to make it lift off the ground and drift through the air in a calm serene spectacle leaving you transfixed. The lantern itself is flame proof and it’s all completely biodegradable so no need to worry about your romantic gesture crashing to the ground. Let your love soar into the sky next Valentine’s Day – who knows where it might end up?

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Only a small number of stars in our sky actually have names allocated to them; the majority are nameless and are distinguished by their catalogue number only. Your gift box contains the details of one of these unnamed stars that is ready for naming by you. ; ; On your Star Details Form is information about your star; two of these references being your star’s Right Ascension and Declination. These are the co-ordinates that relate to the exact position of your star in the sky. Just use these co-ordinates and the instructions on your ‘5 Steps to Locating Your Star sheet to find the exact location of your star on the huge wall map enclosed. ; ; Naming your star is easy; you can either complete the process online or fill in and return the lower section of your Star Registration Form. You are required to enter your star name your contact and delivery details. This is then entered into the Star Registry and you are sent a certificate confirming your star registration. ; ; This information will then be periodically submitted to the British Library.

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Only a small number of stars in our sky actually have names allocated to them; the majority are nameless and are distinguished by their catalogue number only. Your gift box contains the details of one of these unnamed stars that is ready for naming by you. ; ; On your Star Details Form is information about your star; two of these references being your star’s Right Ascension and Declination. These are the co-ordinates that relate to the exact position of your star in the sky. Just use these co-ordinates and the instructions on your ‘5 Steps to Locating Your Star sheet to find the exact location of your star on the huge wall map enclosed. ; ; Naming your star is easy; you can either complete the process online or fill in and return the lower section of your Star Registration Form. You are required to enter your star name your contact and delivery details. This is then entered into the Star Registry and you are sent a certificate confirming your star registration. ; ; This information will then be periodically submitted to the British Library.

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Now you can light up the sky without littering the ground with these biodegradable sky lanterns.

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Price : £ 9.95

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Glider with Aerotow – Flying Experience After your first flight you’ll be hooked on this superb sport. Why? It’s much more challenging than powered flight – you need a lot of skill to keep a glider airborne – knowing how to recognise lift (rising air), where to find it and how to use it. But it’s also great fun – effectively you become just like a bird – you often rise up in thermals alongside birds! After a pre-flight briefing, you will be strapped into the glider with your instructor. The glider is attached to another aircraft which will tow you into the sky! About Glider with Aerotow – Flying Experience Once the cable is released you search out some thermals and then gently glide back down to earth. Unforgettable! The length of the flight itself will vary according to weather conditions, but is likely to be around 15 to 20 minutes. NB: At some locations you may get two winch launched flights or one soaring flight instead. Locations: Rufforth (York), Wormingford (Essex), Sandy (Beds) [NB: locations are subject to availability & change] Availability: All year on selected dates, although April to September is best – . Duration: 1 hour at venue – 10 to 15 minutes flying with a 10 minute pre-flight briefing. Minimum age: 14. Maximum weight is 16 stones. Weather Dependent: In the event of the activity being cancelled your lesson will be rescheduled for another day. Spectators Allowed: Yes. 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 Glider with Aerotow – Flying Experience

Price : £ 109.00

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Flying Lesson – 60 Minutes Flying Experience Reach for the sky with your first flying lesson and soar away into the wide blue yonder. Under expert tuition, you can take the controls yourself and discover the absolute freedom of the sky. Your 60 minute flying lesson begins with a pre-flight briefing with your instructor. You will learn the effects of an aircraft’s controls and what you will be doing during your first trial flying lesson. Then it’s time to walk out to the aircraft where you will be taken on a ‘walk round’ to see the main control surfaces of the aircraft. Your instructor will take off and then demonstrate some basic manoeuvres. Then it’s your turn! Feel the aircraft respond to your lightest touch and experience for yourself the sheer exhilaration of flying. Your 60 minute lesson includes take off and landing. About The Flying Lesson – 60 Minutes Flying Experience When can you go? Monday to Sunday, all year although April to September is best. How long does the activity last? The total experience lasts approximately 1½ hours, with 60 minutes in the aircraft. You need to know You must be at least 16 years old (under 18 years need to be accompanied by an adult). This may not be suitable if pregnant, suffer from epilepsy, fits, severe head injuries, recurrent fainting, giddiness, blackouts, high blood pressure or heart conditions. Maximum weight 89kg to 108kg (14 to 17 stone) depending on the location. No previous flying experience is necessary. You and how many others? Your tuition is on a one to one basis. Family and friends You are welcome to bring along family and friends to watch you take to the sky. We cant control the weather This activity is dependent on appropriate weather conditions Where? Salisbury, Wiltshire; Great Dunmow, Essex; Cranfield, Bedfordshire; Cambridge Airport, Cambridge; Wellesbourne, Warwickshire; Liverpool Airport, Merseyside; Brackley, Northamptonshire; Exeter; Glenrothes, Scotland; Redhill Aerodrome, Surrey; Inverness, Highland; Camberley, Surrey; Shoreham-by-Sea, West Sussex; Teesside, County Durham; Welshpool, Powys; Cole Green, Nr Hertford, Hertfordshire; Stapleford Tawney, Essex; Old Buckenham Airfield, Norfolk; Langworth, Lincolnshire; Clacton on Sea, Essex; Bournemouth, Dorset; Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire; Stapleford, Essex; Perth, Perthshire, Cumbernauld, Lanarkshire, Inverness, Inverness-Shire, Tyne and Wear, Newcastle; Belton, Doncaster, Ronaldsway Airport, Isle of Man 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 Flying Lesson – 60 Minutes Flying Experience

Price : £ 199.00

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