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Finer Things in Life

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£199

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Overview

With nearly three decades of experience in the gift experience industry, we take pride in our expertise to handpick a collection of truly unforgettable experiences. Delve into this vast array of incredible options, including breathtaking flying experiences, relaxing short breaks, and exhilarating days out. Each choice encapsulates the essence of life's most refined pleasures. Be it for someone special whom you'd like to pamper with the finer things in life, or even for your own indulgence, this is the ideal gift to savour.

Days Out
4 activities

Blacksmith Experience Day for One at Phoenix Forge

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It’s time to get your hands dirty and let the sparks fly! This unique experience is excellent for those wishing to try their hands at one of the oldest trades.

Phoenix Forge specialise in making beautiful handcrafted ironwork, you will spend the day with expert craftspeople learning to forge a range of pieces that you will be able to take home.

Over the day you will cover the basics and produce a range of items including hooks, key rings, letter openers, Fire poker and many other bits and pieces as well.

This is a hands-on blacksmith experience catering to both beginners and seasoned veterans. You will get straight into the action; swinging hammers, striking hot metal, and letting the creative sparks fly as you create beautiful pieces that will last a lifetime.

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Deluxe Picnic at the Proms for Two

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Classical music and a gourmet picnic, all enjoyed in the outdoors - what could be a more perfect way to spend a romantic evening together than this Deluxe Picnic at the Proms gift experience!

The Battle Proms offers the opportunity to enjoy a glorious summer evening set in the grounds of some of the UK’s most celebrated stately homes. As well as a full orchestral programme there’s a parachute display, historic mounted cavalry, spectacular fireworks and Spitfire display on the bill, and all of this will be enjoyed whilst you savour the delights of a delicious freshly prepared picnic!

The show kicks off with a colourful display of British cavalry through the ages, then it’s time to look to the skies to watch a stunning parachute display by the Red Devils. The musical entertainment begins with a live warm-up act to get the toes tapping and wine corks popping, and then the evening gun salute heralds the commencement of the orchestral programme and the arrival of Britain’s favourite warplane. Amidst a volley of gunfire, you’ll hear the unmistakable sound of the Spitfire engine rumbling overhead, followed by a meticulously choreographed aerial display which takes place in the evening sky above.

The New English Concert Orchestra take to the stage with iconic pieces from film, TV and the musicals alongside classical favourites you know and love. Experience the events signature piece, Beethoven's 'Battle Symphony', with a full complement of nearly 200 cannons, plus musket fire and fireworks, in a unique and breath-taking musical performance! The evening will close with a traditional flag-waving sing-along finale including Jerusalem, Rule Britannia and more, culminating in a dazzling fireworks extravaganza.

Enjoy this quintessentially British event with the perfect accompaniment of an appetising deluxe picnic filled with tempting hearty treats and a chilled bottle of white wine. Collect your picnic on site when you arrive at the concert; the package contains everything you need, so you can just turn up and tuck in!

Whether you’re seeking the perfect gift for your other half or a special couple in your life, this could be the unique experience you have been looking for.

Please redeem your voucher asap for your chosen venue as bookings are strictly subject to availability. For safety reasons, please note barbecues, naked flames and pets are not permitted at the concert. Air displays are subject to weather conditions. Vegetarian and other dietary requirements catered for on request; please notify the supplier upon booking. There is no seating at these concerts so please bring along rugs or garden chairs. See your tickets for further event info.

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Knife Making Experience for One at Phoenix Forge

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It’s time to get your hands dirty and let the sparks fly! This special gift is an excellent choice for the brave and crafty. Phoenix Forge specialise in creating beautiful hand forged pieces that will last a lifetime. In this course you will spend the day forging your very own unique knife that you will cherish, and pick up skills that you won’t forget!

This is a hands-on one day blacksmith experience perfect for a chef, forged in fire fanatic, knife enthusiast or someone keen on learning a new skill. They will start out by making a simple project to get warmed up, and once they have honed their skills they will get started on forging a true working knife - eventually they will create an heirloom that will last for generations.

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Thames RIB Boat Trip and a Ride on the London Eye for Two

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Combine a trip to the top of the London Eye with a rip-roaring adventure through the heart of the city on the Thames River.

This high speed boat trip on the Thames is wild, fantastic fun for all ages, voted by TimeOut as a ‘must do’ experience for Londoners and visitors alike.

Speed through London, zoom under the capital’s famous bridges and marvel at the various landmarks from your exclusive vantage point. Music classics are piped through the onboard sound system as you power on down the Thames and out towards the docklands.

The award-winning guides and West End actors ensure sparkling highbrow banter as you speed past the MI5 building before holding on tight for an exhilarating trip to Canary Wharf and back. This is one thrilling boat ride!

The London Eye offers breathtaking views of London from high above the River Thames. See Big Ben towering above the Houses of Parliament, follow St. James Park as it sweeps down to Buckingham Palace. A standard ticket experience on the London Eye lasts for approximately 30 minutes, the time it takes for the London Eye to revolve completely. Relax in one of the 32 high-tech glass capsules and enjoy the London skyline at your leisure.

Experience an action-packed 50 minute trip on board a RIB Thames speedboat, from the London Eye to Canary Wharf and back

Entrance for two to the London Eye. Enjoy amazing London views from your glass capsule (shared with others) .

Your voucher is not your entry ticket, pre-booking is essential.

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Driving Experiences
3 activities

30 minute 1-1 Rally Experience

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What better way to learn the art of rally driving than with one-to-one tuition and a rally stage all to yourself. Your playground is an authentic gravel rally stage which features sequences of tight corners and sweeping bends and having it all to yourself, you will feel the adrenaline flowing and your confidence growing. If you've ever watched the World Rally Championship and admired how the drivers keep a car under immense control at dizzying speeds, then this rally experience is the best way to find out how they do it.

To begin your exciting rally driving experience you will sign in, relax with a coffee and be introduced to your instructor. This is followed by an informal one-to-one briefing that covers safety and the basic principals of rally driving techniques and car control. Here the objectives will be set for your personal one-to-one tuition based upon your previous experience - don't worry if you have never driven a rally car before these sessions are entirely bespoke. Based upon your personal objectives and experience the instructor will then take you out around the stage, where you will learn the basic techniques of driving a rally car - power sliding, handbrake turns and pendulum slides. You will then build on this at your own pace, practicing these techniques. You will be behind the wheel for at least 30 minutes.

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Race Track Tuition

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For drivers with a passion for precision and excellence, the race track tuition program offers an extraordinary opportunity to master high-performance track driving. With expert guidance from professional instructors, this experience goes beyond just enhancing lap times; it also instils safety and proficiency behind the wheel.

Get ready to embark on a thrilling adventure of approximately 20 exhilarating designed to sharpen your driving skills. With dedicated 1-2-1 tuition throughout the entire session, you'll receive personalised instruction that is tailored to your needs. At the halfway mark, take a moment to absorb comprehensive feedback from your experienced tutor. Gain valuable insights into areas for improvement and strategies for refinement.

Armed with newfound knowledge, return to the track empowered to implement these insights and master the art of precision, control, and finesse. Whether you're striving to shave seconds off your lap time or elevate your driving skills to new heights, the race track tuition experience is your ultimate gateway to excellence on the track.

On the day of your event, you may even have the option to upgrade cars or purchase media packages to capture your unforgettable experience.

This thrilling experience is the ultimate gift for any petrol head, offering an opportunity to take your driving skills to the next level.

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Tank Driving Thrill

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This is a great opportunity to get behind the wheel of 17 tons of military steel - a FV432 armoured personnel carrier. With the help of supportive instructors, you will soon get to grips with this mean machine. Using your new found skills, you will have to tackle a tricky obstacle course with the hatches open and your head out. This is the simple part! Now it's time to try the same course with hatches closed and navigating using the periscope. With your peripheral vision gone, a sudden realisation of how hard this is gives the ultimate adrenaline rush.

Your experience will start with an introduction and safety briefing given by the friendly instructors who will give an overview of the tank and it's controls. After spending some time getting used to the tank you will be given your first test. Negotiating a tricky tank course set in a World War II bombing range. If your confidence is running high then you'll want to try it again but under more challenging conditions. Hatches down with only your periscope to guide you in total you will have 3 laps around the course. Are you up to the challenge?

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Flying Experiences
5 activities

55 Mile Helicopter Flight

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Enjoy wonderful views as you fly over beautiful scenic towns and villages, presenting you with the ideal photo opportunity! This 55 mile helicopter flight is a dream come true for adrenaline lovers. Admire the views as you climb to heights of over 1000ft and accelerate to speeds of over 120mph as you dip and dive over the stunning landscape below. For thirty minutes will be transported into another world.

On arrival you will be welcomed and briefed by a specialist team and given the opportunity to see and hear a modern helicopter at close quarters. You will get the chance to have your photo taken with the helicopter before boarding to begin your flight. Then it’s up, up and away as you accelerate vertically into the skies. You will climb to over 1,000 feet and accelerate to speeds over 120 miles an hour, interacting with the pilot via the headset (don't forget to listen out for air traffic on the radio!). Don’t forget your camera - with an experience this exhilarating you will want to relive it as often as possible!

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Aeroplane Pilot Land Away Triple

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We've all been a passenger in an aeroplane before, but now you can navigate the aircraft you're in, and then even take over the controls under the careful guidance of one of our professional flying instructors. Become a member of the crew; as a Navigator, a Lookout, and even as a Pilot.

For one leg of the flight you will take the controls whilst the other students are passengers, after 24-30 minutes you will land and switch places.

…The world's a very different place from two thousand feet up!

The Package
• Flying time is under instruction of a CAA qualified instructor
• Pre-flight safety briefing
• Tea/Coffee, at most locations
• Time counts towards a private pilot's license
• Experience is taken as part of a 2 person group

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Extended Iron Bridge & Severn Valley Tour

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Experience the Severn Valley with stunning vistas across the Wyre Forest and Shropshire Plain. Look Down on Thomas Telford's distinctive Iron Bridge as you fly around Coalbrookdale. On to Bridgenorth nestled on a hill and across to the West Midlands Safari Park.

Then it's down to the Wyre Forest and Kinver Edge. You might soar above the steam trains as they chug up the Severn Valley railway. Onwards to Kidderminster, famous for its carpets you take in the majestic Clee Hills.

The Package
• Fly for 25-30 mins on board a helicopter
• Pre-flight safety briefing

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Extended Lake District Helicopter Tour

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From the departure site, set in acres of rolling countryside, head west towards Newby Bridge at the base of Lake Windermere, viewing the remarkable landscape that unfolds beneath is one of the most amazing flying experiences.

From here turn north towards the historic Belle Isle, past Storrs Hall and the Marina up to the town of Bowness situated on the banks of the lake. As the flight continues northwards, take in spectacular panoramic views of the Furness Fells to the west before reaching Ambleside at the far north of Windermere.

This truly is a breathtaking helicopter trip. Whichever way you look you will be amazed at the incredible scenery. A must for young and old alike; for walkers, photographers and anybody with a quest for adventure!

The Package
• Fly for 25-30 mins on board a helicopter
• Pre flight safety briefing
• Spectators are welcome and may take photographs

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Extended Newcastle City & Angel of the North Helicopter Tour

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Take a seat on board a helicopter to see Newcastle's greatest landmarks. Including the magnificent bridges over the Tyne and the Metro Centre, then onto the Angel of the North passing close to Ouston and Birtley.

The flight heads down the A1 towards Durham then back over to Washington and the Nissan car plant, onto the Penshaw Monument and heading towards Sunderland. The flight will then head towards the coastline, passing Marsden and South Shields. From there fly along The River Tyne for another glorious view of the city and the resplendent St James' Park Football Stadium in all its glory, before returning to the helipad.

The Package
• Fly for 25-30 mins on board a helicopter
• Pre flight safety briefing
• Spectators are welcome and may take photographs

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Food & Drink
1 activity

One Night Stay with Afternoon Tea at The Falcondale

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Set amongst 14 acres of wooded grounds, the Falcondale Hotel is the perfect place to enjoy a delightful one night stay for two. After you have settled into your comfortable room afternoon tea will be served in either the restaurant, heated conservatory or on the terrace which overlooks the valley towards Lampeter. The menu typically comprises of a selection of delicious finger sandwiches, cakes, pastries, biscuits and scones.

After a restful night’s sleep expect to be awoken by the sound of birdsong and rustling trees then make your way to the restaurant to enjoy a delicious breakfast!

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Short Breaks
3 activities

Country House Retreat with Afternoon Tea

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Take a well-deserved break away from the norm with this luxury overnight stay for two. Choose from a number of beautiful country house locations offering wonderful views and sumptuous surroundings nestled in the British countryside.

Enjoy exquisite furnishings, roaring log fires, splendid gardens, and a comfortable atmosphere at these magnificently restored houses. Although dinner is not included, our locations pride themselves on their delicious food, good wines and personal service.

Afternoon tea has been a British institution since Anna Maria Russell, the seventh Duchess of Bedford, asked her footman to bring her a pot of tea and light refreshment one afternoon in 1840. The ritual caught on and afternoon tea became the corner stone of high society dining. These days taking tea as a light afternoon meal has become much more accessible, but has not lost a crumb of its charm.

This idyllic retreat makes a perfect gift for someone special. Whether they prefer traditional or contemporary settings, this break provides for both.

This break is a one night stay for two people and includes breakfast and a Traditional Afternoon Tea. Restrictions may apply to certain properties, on specific days of the week and months of the year. Please note you will receive a cream tea at The Speech House Hotel instead of afternoon tea.

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Deluxe Overnight Stay with Breakfast at The George Hotel at Cley

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Escape for the night with a well-earned break and spend some quality time with a loved one. The George Hotel at Cley is a hub of comfort and luxury set overlooking the wild and stunning salt-marshes of Cley-Next-The-Sea. The rugged beauty of the location and the exceptional views create a tranquillity worth experiencing. Scrumptious food is served all day everyday using the very best local and seasonal produce. The Norfolk Coastal Path runs through Cley and The George is very dog friendly so it makes a perfect location for a walking holiday and relaxing retreat by the sea. There is a roaring open fire on chillier days and a large beer garden for when the sun shines. The rooms at The George have recently been elegantly updated, individually styled and newly equipped to a top standard. The George is a hotel full of charm located on the naturally dazzling North Norfolk Coast. For a relaxing and luxuriously comfortable stay on the North Norfolk Coast head to The George Hotel at Cley.

This is a one night stay for two people, including breakfast.

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Two Night Geodome Escape at Sherwood Forest

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The Geodome has all you would need to make your stay a breeze, just pack your own bedding, a bag and bring yourselves along!

Furnished with a "real" double bed, bunk beds suitable for children, and a double sofa bed. It also boasts a kitchenette area, which has a sink and running water, washing up bowl, fridge, kettle, toaster, electric hob, heater, wardrobe, coat rack and boot tray.

Along with a dining table and chairs, basic cooking utensils, crockery and cutlery, disposable BBQ and stand, even camper chairs are provided for you to sit on the decking and enjoy the views, or watch the kids play in our great children's play area.

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Reviews
  • Overall
    4.2
  • Enjoyment
    4.5
  • Quality of Venue
    4.4
  • Service
    4.1

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  • Had to wait a long time, wasn't worth the wait !

    Dan Kinninmonth - verified purchaser

    No I do not recommend this product

    10/26/2020

    My wife bought me this experience for my christmas present and even before Covid it had been cancelled and rescheduled on numerous occasions. When i finally managed to use my gift i got a phone call 2 days before asking if i would like to purchase another seat at a reduced price, i bought the experience so i could share a memorable moment with my wife. On the day we went up the headphones didn't work, we couldn't hear any commentary or each other. We mention this on our quick egress of the helicopter to be told "OK I'll mention it". I payed £10 for a photo to remember this occasion

    When did your experience take place? October 2020

    What was the name of the venue where your experience took place? Wolverhampton airport

    • Response from Activity Superstore

      Grace - Supplier Team

      Thank you for your feedback on the 55 Mile Helicopter Flight. I'm sorry to hear that your experience was cancelled on prior occasions, I can imagine this had left you feeling disappointed. Due to the nature of your experience, it may be cancelled due to extreme weather conditions which as you can imagine is out of the providers hands. This experience is only to be enjoyed by one person, we do explain in the experience information that there will be others in the helicopter at the same time as you. I'm glad to hear that you were given an option to purchase a seat in the helicopter for your wife. I'm very sorry to hear that the headphones were not working in the helicopter, this is not the standard we expect and I will be passing the comments over to be looked into. Thank you again for your comments.

  • Perfect choice

    Andrea 6 - verified purchaser

    Yes I recommend this product

    5/31/2020

    This was.bought as a gift from our daughter.... everything about the booking (which was very straight forward ) from the choice of hotel( which was beautiful and in a great location) was perfect, we were treated very well from beginning to end of the whole experience .....

    When did your experience take place? March2020

    What was the name of the venue where your experience took place? Merewood country house

  • Poor

    Vikki h - verified purchaser

    No I do not recommend this product

    2/21/2020

    I was extremely disappointed that an expensive deal worth £169 was terrible! Got a cream tea as opposed to an afternoon tea, was originally asked to pay a surcharge as a Saturday night, was put in a budget room, was required to pay extra if was to use spa facilities. Was overall very misleading and disappointing!

    When did your experience take place? November 2019

    What was the name of the venue where your experience took place? Appleby manor

    • Response from Activity Superstore

      Grace - Supplier Co-Ordinator

      Thank you for your feedback. I'm very sorry to hear of your disappointment. I can see that the location does advertise as only being able to provide a Cream Tea, and this would have been confirmed by our customer service advisers when you rang to book, so I do apologise if this information was not clear. Having spoken to my customer service manager I can see that you have been given an Afternoon Tea voucher as compensation for this experience, so I do hope you enjoy your next experience with us. Thank you again for your time.

  • Lovely staff

    gerry 20 - verified purchaser

    Yes I recommend this product

    1/24/2020

    I had this bought for me last year. Hotel situated in the country very quiet, very welcoming staff. Our room was a little tired, maybe time for an update.

    When did your experience take place? 19th January 2020

    What was the name of the venue where your experience took place? Esseborne Manor Hotel

  • Good package - odd hotel service

    AC92 - verified purchaser

    Yes I recommend this product

    12/9/2019

    I was given the voucher as a present and very much looked forward to using it for a “ladies who take tea” country hotel getaway. The hotel was nice but clearly had no idea what afternoon tea was. 80’s pop music and bland doorstop sandwiches? Plus when we asked to take our scones to our hotel room to finish later we were given just that - the accompaniments (jam, clotted cream, plates, knives) were all removed and the dry scones put in a plastic takeaway container. Overall, very odd. Good voucher which I would recommend, just not sure about the selection of venues. Hopefully, I just chose poorly.

    When did your experience take place? October

    What was the name of the venue where your experience took place? New House Hotel, Cardiff

  • Great experience

    Andy1875 - verified purchaser

    Yes I recommend this product

    10/21/2019

    Given to me as a gift for my 60th and not something I would have done otherwise but had a really enjoyable morning my instructor was excellent and everything was well organised. Must also mention the onsite museum which wwas well worth a look.

    When did your experience take place? September

    What was the name of the venue where your experience took place? Armourgeddon

  • Picnic at the Proms

    BJEsx - verified purchaser

    No I do not recommend this product

    9/18/2019

    The concert was amazing and well worth the journey to see. The picnic was a little disappointing though and not worth the money.

    When did your experience take place? July

    What was the name of the venue where your experience took place? Highclere Castle

  • Fantastic night with superb picnic hamper

    tomtit - verified purchaser

    Yes I recommend this product

    9/6/2019

    When did your experience take place? 11/08/2019

    What was the name of the venue where your experience took place? Ragley Hall

  • well organised.

    shags84 - verified purchaser

    Yes I recommend this product

    9/4/2019

    My son bought the Proms picnic as a birthday treat and my daughter and I thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Music was lovely and the coordination when the Spitfire flew over was glorious. The highlight was the fireworks which were fantastic. The Picnic box was a delight and the food well prepared and served. The only problem we had was trying to find our car at the end. We knew the park number and the row we were in, but really more lights were needed. All in all a great Saturday. Thank you.

    When did your experience take place? Early August

    What was the name of the venue where your experience took place? Highclere Castle

  • A memorable outing

    Farnsbarns - verified purchaser

    Yes I recommend this product

    9/4/2019

    It was a Christmas gift to attend a prom at Blenheim where the entertainment, the refreshments, the surroundings and the arrangements were all excellent - and the fireworks were outstanding.

    When did your experience take place? August

    What was the name of the venue where your experience took place? Blenheim Palace

Finer Things in Life

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