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Nestled away in 32 acres of woodland and paddocks in the heart of rural Shropshire, Hoo Farm Animal Kingdom is a small family run zoo located on the outskirts of Telford. With animals such as meerkats, lemurs, snakes and owls and even African wildcats, the zoo is a fantastic day out for people of all ages.
Upon arrival you will be greeted by a friendly member of the Hoo Farm team, who will allow you to get up close and personal with four top predators from three different continents. During this hour long experience, you will get to stroke the servals, feed the foxes, pat one of the owls and pet a Burmese python.
You will be accompanied by an experienced and knowledgeable member of staff at all times who will be more than happy to answer any questions that you have.
Participants must be able bodied and 10 years or older.
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Whether you like to add a bit of spice, stay chilled with the relaxing notes of amber, get romantic with rose, or really hot things up with a heady mix, a design workshop at The Perfume Studio offers a memorable aroma for everyone, whatever your personality or style.
This experiences not only invites you to learn more about fragrance, but also the chance to curate a scent which is utterly unique to your character. Unlike fragrances bought on the high street, a scent mixed from The Perfume Studio allows you to cultivate a blend made up of your favourite long-lasting notes and to see how it develops as they day goes on.
The experience begins with an insight into the science behind fragrance and an explanation of how your favourite scent lingers for so long. It is then time to start the fun part, smelling the 21 amazing blends and creating your signature scent.
Once you have come up with a name for your creation, you will receive a 5ml bottle to take home and show off. The experience also includes a full membership to The Perfume Studio, which includes registration of your fragrance in their library should you want to return for a refill in the future.
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Enjoy a 90 minute ride on the vintage 1966 Routemaster Bus for a unique dining experience whilst touring Edinburgh or Glasgow partaking in afternoon tea and a gin pot-tail whilst seeing some of the key sights of the cities.
You will enjoy a full afternoon tea with unlimited tea & coffee, a glass of Prosecco and 1 pot of gin cocktail which is created with gin, fresh herbs, mixers and edible flowers.
Please note that tables will be shared but a supplement of £10 for each seat not occupied can be paid if you wish to not share the table.
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Folk songs have told stories of love, loss and life throughout the ages and fans will already be familiar with the beautiful harmonies and virtuoso playing associated with the genre. This unique festival is a chance to see some of the biggest names in folk, roots and acoustic music performing their best-known hits to crowds of music lovers in a glorious leafy, historic setting.
It’s all the excitement and buzz of a 3 day festival in one sublime summer day, and as well as the top quality music acts, festival-goers are treated to a wide variety of stalls and stands, including everything from art, crafts and workshops to clothes and CDs and plenty of delicious food available too.
The festival is renowned for bringing together a world class line-up of popular and established artists alongside a number of up-and-coming acts who are yet to break into the mainstream. Past acts including the ever-popular Billy Bragg, barnstorming sets by the Levellers and Bellowhead and music from the country-folk singer-songwriter Mary Chapin Carpenter, as well as big names such as Kate Rusby, Richard Thompson and Beth Orton.
Folk by the Oak is also one of the most laid-back festivals on the scene, and guests are welcome to bring their own food and drink with them and make themselves at home in the beautiful tree-lined setting at Hatfield House. This is where Elizabeth I spent much of her childhood and it is said that under ‘the oak’ in this park is where she learned that she was to be Queen.
Join in with the activities, browse the stalls, dance along or simply kick back and enjoy a whole day of exceptional live folk, roots and acoustic music!
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Take your taste buds on an adventure as you dine at a delightful independent pub or restaurant with a guest.
Choose from a selection of hand-picked independent pubs and restaurants and enjoy a delicious 3 course meal each, accompanied by a glass or bottle of either house wine or Prosecco to share, varying by location. The venues offer a multitude of cuisines to tempt the palate, from Lebanese and French, to classic British, all crafted to perfection with freshly sourced and delicious ingredients.
Wherever you choose, you and your guest are sure to enjoy top quality food at a stylish and sophisticated venue.
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Combine your passion for exploring London with learning about the techniques of architectural photography on this tutored tour around the city. Your guide will be a professional photographer and what better city to explore than London?
London is ever changing, building amazing glass and metal structures like the Shard in the same vicinity as age-old cathedrals and churches. You'll capture some fantastic views of the city that has it all and discover incredible remnants of the past that have influenced photographers ever since the invention of the camera.
The tour will take you beyond familiar guidebook trails, with an emphasis on the back streets and alleys that offer a wealth of historic buildings that tell the true story of the city.
The perfect gift for a couple keen to get into photography! You will need a digital camera, ideally with a wide angle lens for this experience.
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Seize the opportunity to get up close and personal with one of Africa’s big cats. This unforgettable 20 minute experience gives you the opportunity to meet two servals, Zeus and Duma. Recognised by their bold spotted black on tawny fur, servals are the second fastest cat reaching speeds of up to 50mph, as well as being able to jump 9 feet high. However, there’s no need to be scared as they love human attention and will happily nuzzle up to you.
After you have met the servals you will then meet a family of meerkats, letting them climb and play all over you and you will also meet two Black and White ruffed lemurs.
Your experienced keeper will ensure your safety with the animals at all times and help you gain the most out of your experience. Don't forget your camera to capture this exotic experience!
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Come and meet a playful troop of lemurs, with bright orange eyes and a long tail you'll have a job to miss these exceptional creatures. You’ll be able to enter the enclosure and give them their feed whilst learning about their unique characters from the specialist keeper.
Depending on your chosen location you will meet either ring-tailed, red ruffed or black and white ruffed lemurs.
Bring your camera, this is a fantastic chance to get a great snap of these amazing creatures who are always willing to strike a pose!
Once you arrive you will head straight for the lemur enclosure. After a health and safety briefing, you will need to wash your hands before entering the enclosure. The lemur specialist will be on hand to give you insightful information and oversee you as you interact with the animals. You will be given a small tub of insects, eggs, fruit, veg or cat biscuits to feed the lemurs with.
You may also receive an adoption pack for one or for two, depending on location.
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This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to meet a real group of meerkats. You will get up close and personal with these fascinating creatures and spend quality time really getting to know the animals as they climb all over you and feed from your hands! Each meerkat has its own individual character that is a joy to discover.
At some locations you will also have the opportunity to explore the rest of the zoo/park at your own leisure.
Once you arrive you will head straight for the meerkat enclosure. After a health and safety briefing, you will need to wash your hands before entering the enclosure. The meerkat specialist will be on hand to give you insightful information and oversee you as you interact with the animals. You will be presented with a small tub of meal worms or fruit to feed the meerkats with.
There will be plenty of opportunities to take photos and videos of this unforgettable experience.
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Enjoy an unforgettable evening of glorious entertainment with this Outdoor Proms Concert for two experience.
This is a thrilling open air concert, set in the grounds of some of the UK’s most celebrated stately homes. Kicking off with a cavalry display, the event begins with a thundering of hooves as the mounted cavalry demonstrate their battlefield skill-at-arms with lances, rifles and spectacular horsemanship. Then enjoy the toe-tapping warm up act and look to the sky for the breathtaking parachute display.
Next, the evening gun salute heralds the arrival of Britain’s favourite warplane. Amidst a volley of gunfire, you 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.
Then it’s time for the Battle Proms orchestra to take to the stage with classical hits such as the events signature piece, Beethoven's 'Battle Symphony', with a full complement of nearly 200 cannons, plus musket fire and fireworks providing a unique and breath-taking musical performance. The evening will close with a traditional flag-waving sing-along, culminating in a dazzling fireworks extravaganza.
Whether you’re planning a romantic evening for a loved one, or a celebration for a special couple, this could just be the unique experience you have been looking for. For safety reasons, please note barbecues, garden flares and pets are not permitted at the concert.
The use of recording equipment is prohibited and please allow sufficient time to park your car as no vehicles are allowed on the concert area. The car park opens at 2:00pm and gates to the concert arena open at 4:00pm or 4:30pm depending on the venue.
Please note, once you have booked your chosen venue, tickets for the proms will be emailed to you to print at home within two weeks of your bookings being received. Seating is not provided so you are welcome to bring chairs/rugs as well as a picnic. Some public catering is available. In certain weather conditions, air displays will unfortunately not be possible due to safety reasons.
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Owls are seen to have an aura of mystery surrounding them. Whilst some are best known for their nocturnal habits, others are known for their hunting techniques and sheer size and power.
During this 90 minute experience for four, you and your guests will have the opportunity to handle, fly and work with a variety of species of owls, such as the iconic Barn Owl and the impressive Verreaux's Eagle Owl and will learn about a small handful of the 200+ species of owls from around the globe.
On arrival you and your guests will be greeted by a friendly staff member and given an introductory briefing.
You will then be fitted with a gauntlet, ready to fly these magical creatures. Then it’s time to meet the owls, where you will be given instructions on how to handle them safely before you fly them under the supervision of your expert tutor. You will get to fly owls such as Barn owls, Boobook Owl’s and Burrowing Owls.
Your tutor will go on to teach you about the owl’s distinctive personalities, what they like to eat & give you some interesting facts about their natural habitat.
Throughout this experience there will be plenty of photo opportunities, so don't forget your camera!
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This is your chance to experience an amazing hour where you will have the chance to swim with prehistoric creatures.
Upon arrival you will have a meet and greet with the reptile handlers and be given a brief overview of what to expect in the experience. You'll then get changed and be introduced to the crocs where you will swim amongst them for 30 minutes. There will be plenty of photo opportunities and you’ll receive a souvenir photograph of you and the croc to take home as a keepsake.
After your experience, you’ll have the chance to look at some of the other reptiles including some of their deadly venomous snakes.
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For the ultimate gift experience, see the city of London from the highest observation deck in the United Kingdom - the glittering and impressive Shard. Travel up The Shard, which measures a whopping 800 feet from street level, and once at the top see the 360 degree view that spans 40 miles.
After your journey to the skies (or before, depending on your booking), come back down to earth and enjoy a delicious British afternoon tea at Novotel London Bridge. Tuck into a selection of savoury finger sandwiches, satisfy your sweet tooth with an array of delicious cakes and finish off with scones with strawberry jam and clotted cream.
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Snakes are a divisive creature - some people are fascinated by them and love nothing more than the chance to get their hands on these scaly creatures whereas others cannot get over their reputation for being potentially dangerous.
This informative and interesting experience is a chance to learn about some of the most venomous snakes in the world not just in theory but in practice as guests will be able to see some of them up close. Experienced keepers will handle the snakes, including a presentation which will provide a wealth of information about the snakes themselves including how to reduce the chances of getting bitten by looking out for a few simple clues as to what the snake is thinking. This is the only show of its kind and a real treat for anyone who enjoys learning about animals and appreciates the chance to witness some of the most fascinating and misunderstood animals in the flesh.
This experience for two begins with a warm welcome from the keepers who will take guests on a tour of the reptile area and show them some of the other creatures that live in the reptile house which will not be featured in the show. Then it’s time to head to the show area where visitors will get the chance to see an exclusive live show which includes some of the most venomous snakes in the world and the experts who know them best.
The presentation will include a range of information about which snakes have been maligned by the media and which have earned their reputation as a threat to humans. Guests will also learn how snake venom is used in medicine and discover how they can avoid being the victim of a snake attack by spotting their warning signs and everyone will learn the secrets of the snake charmers.
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