If you’re itching to get in the driving seat but haven't got a provisional licence then now's your chance to experience the ultimate driving initiation. As you take to a tarmac handling pad in the sporty Renault Clio 200 Cup you will learn the fundamentals of driving from the experienced instructors. You will master the art of clutch control, gain familiarisation with gears, learn how to pull away and navigate around those all important obstacles. After you have completed this first level you will be set to come back again and participate in the next level of this experience, which will be a bit quicker! The car: - Engine: 1998cc - Power: 200bhp - 0-60: 6.9 seconds - Top Speed: 141mph - Transmission: Manual Your experience will begin with a briefing by a qualified advanced driving instructor. You will have 25 minutes behind the wheel and you’ll be present in the vehicle throughout the experience. The experience will end with a debrief where you will find out that answer to that all important question, did you pass? The person driving the car will be required to sign a disclaimer accepting liability in the event of damage to the vehicle. The driver will be given an option to purchase damage waiver cover when booking to minimise their financial exposure should there be an accident. Drivers are under no obligation to purchase this optional waiver. Full details are available at the time of booking.

Have a night to remember as you enjoy a glorious summer's evening of fine music and entertainment complete with a delicious picnic and spectacular firework display. The concerts are set in the grounds of some of the UK's most historic and beautiful country houses or castles, creating a majestic environment in which to enjoy a superb evening of entertainment. Featuring a full orchestra you are guaranteed an evening of superb popular classics and movie themes, alongside all the traditional flag-waving favourites associated with the Last Night of the Proms, such as Rule Britannia, 1812 Overture, Jerusalem and Land of Hope & Glory. You'll also see breathtaking pyrotechnics, for example, cannons firing and Napoleonic cavalry displays. Many of the concerts also feature an aerial display by an original WWII Spitfire, as the orchestra performs rousing music such as the Dambusters Theme (check for details on booking). And for the finale sit back and enjoy the spectacular fireworks. This is truly the perfect way to enjoy a magical summer's evening you will never forget! This voucher entitles you to two tickets to a summer concert and a picnic to share. Your picnic may include (contents are subject to change): Angels Bay Ocean White 75cl Grandma Wilds Toffee Flapjack 120g Mondovino Spicy Moroccan Seed & Nut Crackers 45g Walkers Highland Oatcakes 75g Mr Filberts Pomodoro Peanuts 75g The Condiment Co Smoked Salmon, Lemon & Black Pepper Dip 90g Stephan Pate de Foie 80g Mini Duc Dor Chocolates 50g Jute Bag Postal Carton Your picnic hamper will be sent to you a week before the date of your concert. Please contact us if you have not received your picnic hamper three days before the date of your experience. For safety reasons please note barbecues, garden flares and pets are not permitted. There is no seating at these concerts so please bring along rugs or garden chairs. The use of recording equipment is prohibited. Please allow sufficient time to park your car as no vehicles are allowed on the concert area. The available dates for 2013 are: Burghley House, Lincolnshire 6th July 2013 Blenheim Palace, Oxfordshire 13th July 2013 Hatfield House, Hertfordshire 20th July 2013 Highclere Castle, Berkshire 3rd August 2013 Althorp Park, Northamptonshire 10th August 2013 Ragley Hall, Warwickshire 31st August 2013

Love to eat out and fancy trying something different? Then this is the perfect experience. We have searched the UK for the most unusual, novel and quirky eating experiences, be it the location, the building, the food, the entertainment or all four. Perhaps you would like to discover fine South African cuisine such as Ostrich and Springbok, or marvel at optical illusions in a crooked house whilst indulging in English favourites. Maybe you would prefer to dine on divine food in a converted church with dishes produced by celebrity chef Mafiz Ali or experience the future with digital dining at a restaurant that projects interactive menus onto your table! Each restaurant we have chosen offers you something new to try. This experience entitles two people to a delicious two or three-course meal at a carefully selected restaurant. The number of courses and type of food varies according to the restaurant you choose, and the variety has something to suit any taste. You will, of course, have the opportunity to purchase drinks or other courses to accompany your meal when you visit. With a wide choice of unique dining experiences across the UK, this is a must for any adventurous food lover!

What better way to relax than to visit a Bannatyne Spa for a couple of treatments. You can choose between two treatments, either of which will be followed by a scalp massage. Perhaps you'd prefer the Swedish back, neck and shoulder massage. This will relax your aching muscles and alleviate any muscle knots you may have. Or maybe you'd prefer the Pick Me Up Facial. It offers a quick, instant pick me-up and an excellent pre-make up facial for that special occasion. As part of the package you are entitled to use the health club's facilities for the full day. On arrival you will meet with one of the health club's receptionists who will confirm the time of your treatments, where they take place and the facilities on offer. You will have full access to the club's facilities including an extensive air conditioned gym, pool, jacuzzi, sauna and steam room, and classes including Tai Chi, Pilates, Boxercise, aerobics etc. (subject to availability).Your treatments will last approximately 40 minutes in total.

Sampling a superb selection of fine wines sounds like a fantastic way to spend a day but this is more than a simple wine tasting. Here you will be shown how wines match with a four-course meal. The principal is to understand the major grapes, so you can discover which your favourite is and also taste how food harmonises with the wines to create a fabulous meal. You'll learn that the prejudiced views of some wine types are flawed and that certain wines can easily match the right foods. You'll have fun improving your wine knowledge and hopefully leave the tasting very merry and bright! Held in the Rydges Hotel in the heart of Kensignton, this experience will concentrate on nine varieties of grape including: Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Chenin Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvingon, Shiraz and Semillon. Your four-course meal will vary depending on the season and the selection of wines you'll taste.

Ditch the workout, join the party! Get involved with the new Latin inspired fitness craze that is sweeping the nation. Origintaing in the 1990's, Zumba combines Latin and international music with a fun and effective workout system. The name 'Zumba' comes from the Columbian for move fast and have fun, which we are sure you will do in this taster session. A typical Zumba dance session will include a fun and energetic work out to music with fast and slow rhythms and uses resistance training routines for improved fitness. With easy to follow and varied dance steps, Zumba is a great cardiovascular activity. Your trained instructor will take you through the basics and ensure that the session covers all levels of ability, from novice to budding professionals! Typically these sessions take place in local halls and community centres. And if you get the Zumba bug, you will be able to book further sessions on the day.

The British Superbike Championship events produce some of the closest battles and most breath-taking manoeuvres in motorsport. This weekend ticket for two allows two people to attend the qualifying heats the day before as well as the spectacular superbike championship race. Experience the action unfolding at a world-renowned racing circuit with some of the most distinguished superbike manufactures and their riders competing for the number one spot. The BSB bikes average more than 180bhp and are capable of reaching an unimaginable 200mph. If you haven't witnessed the atmosphere first hand, the explosive acceleration off the line or the riders rubbing elbows at incredible speeds, then you are in for a treat! With the choice of Snetterton, Oulton Park, Cadwell Park and Brands Hatch you won’t be disappointed. This is perfect for all motor racing fans! You will be able to spend a weekend at one of the top motorsport venues in the UK. Once you have received your voucher pack, all you need to do is let us know your selected venue. Your entrance ticket will then be sent to you with the racing calendar details so that you can show up at your chosen event on the day hassle free.

Silverstone has been a favourite with motorsport fans for decades and is synonymous with speed, excitement and Formula One. Silverstone has staged more Grand Prix races than any other circuit in the world, which explains why many racing drivers consider it the home of motorsport. This is your chance to get a taster of one of the world's greatest super cars and is a great way to sample the excitement of high speed circuit driving and the Ferrari 360. The car: - Engine: 3586cc V8 - Power: 400bhp - 0-60mph: 4.3 seconds - Top speed: 186mph - Six speed F1 paddle shift You will begin the experience with a welcome and registration before receiving an in car safety briefing in which you will learn about circuit driving techniques including the fastest and safest lines around Silverstone's southern circuit. Then it will be time to prepare yourself to drive three laps where you can take this magnificent, Italian thoroughbred to the limit. On completing your drive you will be de-briefed. The person driving the car will be required to sign a disclaimer accepting liability in the event of damage to the vehicle. The driver will be given an option to purchase damage waiver cover when booking to minimise their financial exposure should there be an accident. Drivers are under no obligation to purchase this optional waiver. Full details are available at the time of booking.

This is your opportunity to compare two performance cars in this on track head-to-head. Performance cars exceed the standards and capabilities of most vehicles but how will their handling and speed fair against each other with you at the wheel? Take the chance to find out! You will first choose which cars to drive back-to-back, and with the following selection you won’t be disappointed; the iconic Porsche 997 Turbo, Nissan’s beast from the east GTR, the world rally car the Mitsubishi Evo. The Japanese turbocharged Subaru or the Single Seater: the closest you may get to driving a Formula 1 car. Once the hard part of making your choice is over you can experience these machines at their best, taking to the track in each of your chosen performance cars. Your experience will begin with your driver registration and welcome. You will then be introduced to your professional instructor who will take you on 2 demonstration laps to show you how to handle your chosen cars on the track. Then it is your turn to take the wheel for 6 miles, in each vehicle. Finally you will be presented with a certificate to remember you experience with these amazing cars. Please note, the Single Seater is available at Prestwold (Leicestershire) only. The person driving the car will be required to sign a disclaimer accepting liability in the event of damage to the vehicle. The driver will be given an option to purchase damage waiver cover when booking to minimise their financial exposure should there be an accident. Drivers are under no obligation to purchase this optional waiver. Full details are available at the time of booking.

This is the perfect experience for those who have a love of the great outdoors or fancy a break from hectic city life. Soak up the beautiful scenery and panoramic views in this guided walk through the Peak District. Some example routes are through Stanage Edge and the Great Ridge, providing some of the most interesting and dramatic scenery in the National Park. Along the way your friendly and professional tour guide is sure to teach you a thing or two about the local histories behind the route you have taken. This experience will leave you wanting to return to the Peak District to discover everything else it has to offer within its numerous routes through the striking hills and mountains. After a welcome and introduction, your guide will brief you on the route you will be taking. Once you have set off, your tour guide will then provide information on the folklore, geology and wildlife you may encounter along the way. The length of the route will typically be between four and five and a half miles. During the walk you will usually stop half way for a rest, a great opportunity to take some photos of the surrounding landscapes before you set off on the last leg of your walk. There are types of walk for all levels - from gentle strolls to an energetic and challenging trek. Please note the routes and starting points will vary depending on the level of walk you prefer and the season. Please enquire on booking for further information.

Buying a gift for two can be tricky - each couple has different tastes and ideas of what constitutes a good time. With a selection of 30 experiences, from spa days and dining to driving and watersports, they can choose something which suits their tastes. Choose one from the following experiences: Beer and Food Appreciation Evening Canadian Canoe Adventure Day Cocktail Making Cookery Demonstration Dumper Racing Floatation Therapy Grand Dining High Ropes Adventure Course High Speed Circuit Ride Hovercraft Blast Indoor Karting Session Indoor Skydiving Marriott Pamper Day Mocha Spa Escape Novelty Dining Outdoor Proms Concert with a Hamper Pamper Indulgence Day Photographic Makeover Recording Studio Taster Session Regional Theatre Tickets River Cruise with Lunch Round of Golf Sailing on a Thames Barge Sailing Taster Tea Tasting Unique Places to Stay Vineyard Tour with Lunch West End Theatre Tickets White Water Rafting

Get behind the wheel of three awesome supercars in this back-to-back experience, and then experience the thrill of a high-speed passenger ride. Taking control of a Ferrari, Lamborghini and an Aston Martin all in the same session is sure to quench any car lover’s thirst for speed, quality and style. The Ferrari 360 has 400bhp of mind blowing V8 power. Listen to that unmistakable Ferrari sound as you put your foot on the accelerator. Next the Lamborghini Gallardo shows off its power as you engage the first of six gears and start to work the Italian 500hp V10 engine. To follow, the refined Aston Martin V8 Vantage or the DB9 both exceptionally fast cars. All three of these cars are a testament to their manufacturer’s expertise and will leave you thoroughly impressed; which car will end up on your wish-list? Your experience will begin with your driver registration and welcome. You will then take to the track for approximately three miles in each of the supercars, totalling roughly nine miles. Once you have experienced these machines first-hand and at their best, you will receive your high speed passenger ride with one of the professional instructors. To finish you will be presented with a certificate to remember you experience with these amazing cars. The person driving the car will be required to sign a disclaimer accepting liability in the event of damage to the vehicle. The driver will be given an option to purchase damage waiver cover when booking to minimise their financial exposure should there be an accident. Drivers are under no obligation to purchase this optional waiver. Full details are available at the time of booking. There is a £25 supplement payable on booking for a weekend date, depending on availability.

Take your pick from one of these four thrilling activities: Sphereing for Two Take two averagely sized, logically challenged people, two safety harnesses, one amazingly brilliant Sphere and a fair-old hill and soon you'll be writhing around in a strange, Spherical universe where the sky is the ground, and the ground is the sky, and your stomach made a bid for freedom some time ago. You'll love it! Riding the Sphere down a hill at speeds of up to 30mph is fast-paced, exhilarating, and terrifying. Fastened in just close enough to see the fear and deranged excitement in your companion's eyes is something that you will never forget. Segway Rally for Two Imagine a feeling like hovering above the ground at speed with complete control over any terrain. Segways are a marvel of technology and offer an entirely new and unique gift experience that's thrilling, great fun and full of excitement. You’ll be amazed at the way the Segway balances itself perfectly to keep you upright and in complete control. It’s quite simple, they’re designed to mirror the process of human walking. Riding a Segway is an awe inspiring experience that has to be tried before you can understand how amazing it really is. Your experience will start with a full instruction and safety briefing, this will give you the opportunity to get to grips with the unique controls before setting off on the varied terrain track for your Segway rally experience. Honda Powerboat Blast The Honda Formula 4-Stroke championship (HF4S) is the largest, most exciting offshore powerboat series in the world. Feel the speed and grace of this highly responsive racing machine as you power your way through the waves and skim the surface at high speed. Your experience begins with a safety briefing and an introduction to the boat. You then get changed into the racing team kit and safety gear and onto the water. During this experience the driver (usually a current or past racer) heads into the water to show what the boat can do. Your one and a half hours on board includes approximately 15 minutes of hands-on driving and tuition. You will also have the opportunity to test your skills on an offshore racing circuit. Paintball for Ten You're never too old to play 'soldiers'! Dodge exploding pellets and gun down the enemy in simulated skirmishes. Not only is paintballing great fun, it'll test your skills of endurance, quick-thinking, leadership and teamwork. You'll be running around purpose built imaginative 'battle-fields'. Whichever battle you're thrown into, you can be sure of an amazing day of paint-filled fun! After a safety briefing and target practice let the games begin! You and three friends will enjoy a full day's paintballing using the latest USA-spec rapid-fire semi-automatic machine guns with a hip-mounted 400-shot battlepack. Included in this experience is lunch, however paintballs will need to be purchased on the day from the supplier. Your day will finish with a debrief and a rewards cere

Take your pick from one of these four relaxing experiences: Health Club Day Pass (for four) You and three friends can enjoy a day pass each for a health and fitness club, where you can make full use of all the facilities. Facilities do vary from one location to another but generally include a swimming pool, sauna, steam room and gym. Selected locations have a beauty salon, group exercise studio, jacuzzi and sun bed. Crèche facilities are also available at many locations. Photo Makeover Be pampered like a celebrity from the moment you arrive and begin your incredible experience, leaving you and your friend looking and feeling truly amazing. Relax and unwind in great surroundings as top professionals create your perfect look. Your day will start with a creative consultation each, followed by stunning make-up and then an incredible contemporary hair style. Then step onto the photographic set to enjoy a fashion photo shoot together, with two to three outfit changes, capturing your fabulous look. A viewing appointment will be arranged approximately two weeks after the portrait session for you to choose your complimentary A4 print or two A5 prints to take away, and order any additional ones you might like. You will be invited to return again to collect the photographs or you can pay to have them posted to you. You will need to pay a £30 deposit per booking upon booking. This will be fully refunded after you have attended the experience. Please note locations are subject to change. 30 minute massage Treat yourself to an upper body massage to help reduce the impact of the stresses and strains of daily life. The upper back massage is designed to target key areas that hold stress, and can relieve muscle aches and pains. It is excellent for knots in shoulders and will boost your general sense of well-being. Your treatment will be carried out by a fully qualified beauty therapist. The exact style of massage and the product houses used will vary by location. Types of venue include health clubs, hotel spas and beauty salons. Please check full details at the time of booking. 30 minute facial Take time out from your busy lifestyle to enjoy 30 minutes of pampering. Your facial will typically cleanse, tone, rehydrate and rebalance your skin to leave you feeling fully refreshed. Your facial will be carried out by a fully qualified beauty therapist. The exact style of facial and the product houses used will vary by location. Types of venue include health clubs, hotel spas and beauty salons. Please check full details at the time of booking. Make up lesson Not loving your lashes, bored with your blusher, looking for some make-up inspiration? Grab the girls and your make-up bags and head down to one of the New CID studios for an evening of expert make-up advice and application. Watch and learn as the professional make-up artist guides you through all the tips and techniques that will leave you looking and feeling amazing. When you arrive you'll b

During a fascinating and enthralling two hours, you will see unique behind the scenes views of the Home of the British Grand Prix, with plenty of photo opportunities to make the memories come alive! Stand on the step of the podium and dream of following in the footsteps of the FORMULA 1 stars and get a closer look at legendary sites around the track. A must for every true motorsport fan! On arrival there will be a welcome reception and introduction to Silverstone followed by a tour of the Drive Workshop, a visit to Race Control, and photo opportunities at the winners' podium. There will also be a guided tour of the Grand Prix Circuit and an opportunity to purchase Silverstone merchandise. The programme is subject to change depending on availability.

You will be greeted by your guide who, over the duration of the tour, will share with you their extensive knowledge about the history and contemporary activities of the club. You will be shown around the stadium, have the chance to take photographs at the entrance of the players' tunnel and the dug out, and even visit the home team’s dressing rooms (unfortunately the team’s dressing rooms is not available a day before a team match) where the stars prepare themselves for the big games. You will have the opportunity to ask all those questions you’ve been dying to ask. At most clubs the tour will finish off at the museum where you will be free to browse at your leisure. This voucher entitles one adult and one child to the tour.

If you haven't experienced what it is like to drive a supercar then this experience is a great introduction. Driving an Aston Martin and riding shotgun in an Ariel Atom is sure to have you bitten by the racing bug! The Aston Martin V8 Vantage is considered the most beautiful Aston of modern times. It ticks all the classic British sports car boxes - the long bonnet hiding a V8 engine, rear wheel drive, a wonderful exhaust note and most importantly, beautiful, head turning looks. What's more, you'll get to see how the professionals do it by with a passenger ride in the supercharged Ariel Atom, a car that accelerates to 60mph in 2.89 seconds. With awesome acceleration and an unbelievable sense of speed and exhilaration, this is THE car you'd want to be a passenger in when it's driven at the limit. The Atom has no body panels but that makes it all the more beautiful. As you're driven round you can see all the suspension and steering working away, it truly is a unique piece of automotive engineering and you'll also find out that it is very, very fast! Your experience will begin with registration and safety briefing on circuit driving techniques. Then it's time to go out driving. You will get to drive three laps in the Aston Martin V8 Vantage and then its time to experience a three lap high speed chauffeured ride in the awesome supercharged Ariel Atom. The experience will end with a debrief. Please note: the Elvington location is only available until November 2013. The person driving the car will be required to sign a disclaimer accepting liability in the event of damage to the vehicle. The driver will be given an option to purchase damage waiver cover when booking to minimise their financial exposure should there be an accident. Drivers are under no obligation to purchase this optional waiver. Full details are available at the time of booking.

The beautiful step sister of the stunning Lamborghini Gallardo, the Audi R8 might be half the price but with a waiting list that reads like a fantasy football team - this is the car that any self respecting Premiership player or city boy wants to be seen in. Clarkson described the R8 as one of the truly great cars and the only hesitation he has in awarding it the coveted five stars is that, ideally, he would like to give it six. Judge this amazing car for yourself and see what all the fuss is about as you slip behind the wheel of a motoring legend in the making. With a 4.2 litre V8 engine, and a top speed of 187mph, the Audi R8 was built to take your breath away! Audi's leading designers have pushed the boundaries of racing technology, futuristic construction and luxury refinement to deliver a genuine masterpiece. Awesome! Your day will begin with a welcome, introduction and safety briefing on circuit driving techniques. Then its time to drive the Audi. You will get to drive four laps in this car. At the end you will be rewarded with an individual Driving Certificate. The person driving the car will be required to sign a disclaimer accepting liability in the event of damage to the vehicle. The driver will be given an option to purchase damage waiver cover when booking to minimise their financial exposure should there be an accident. Drivers are under no obligation to purchase this optional waiver. Full details are available at the time of booking.

Releasing a 300HP supercharged engine onto the water is exhilarating and phenomenal. The Saber Hypercat is a powerboat like no other and is renowned for being the fastest commercial powerboat in Europe. The high performance racing design and hull configuration produces dynamic lift which not only increases acceleration but also enables it to fly between wave tops, making this one of the most extreme on water experiences around. With a one hour taster session, you will get the chance to take control of this incredible machine, whilst being encouraged to wind the speed up and try thrilling turns and wave jumping. Your experience will begin with a safety briefing and an introduction to the boat. You will then get changed into the Saber Powersports racing team kit and safety gear, then it’s onto the water to practice your driving techniques.

Choose from one of the following supercars: Ferrari: When you drive a Ferrari, you can appreciate the years of engineering experience gained from competing in Formula One - the engine roars with a power that has been harnessed to give you the ultimate in driving thrills. A small touch of the throttle will give you some idea of what’s beneath the bonnet and it’s definitely something special! Lamborghini: Since the 1960s Lamborghini has been creating some of history’s most beautiful supercars and the Lamborghini Gallardo is no exception. Don’t let this ‘baby’ Lamborghini fool you, its sleek body hides a raging bull beneath its hood. Turn the key and the 5.0 litre, 500 bhp V10 engine snarls to life. Buckle up and experience the true meaning of speed. Aston Martin: The modern day Aston Martin still lives up to the benchmark of quality and luxuryset nearly a hundred years ago, and in focusing on maintaining these standards they have produced some of the most impressive cars available today. The V8 Vantage and the DB9 are both prime examples of their commitment to the three important elements of an Aston Martin: power, beauty and soul. Audi R8: With a 4.2 litre V8 engine, and a top speed of 187mph, the Audi R8 was built to take your breath away! Audi’s leading designers have pushed the boundaries of racing technology, futuristic construction and luxury refinement to deliver a genuine masterpiece. From behind the wheel, you can appreciate just why this car has become a firm favourite of petrol heads who believe it is a classic in the making. Your day will begin with a welcome, introduction and safety briefing on circuit driving techniques. Depending on location you will then typically receive two demonstration laps with an instructor followed by four driving laps. To finish, you will be de-briefed and at most locations you will be awarded an individual driving certificate as a memento of your experience. At selected venues you will also enjoy a high speed passenger ride. Please note: All cars are available at all locations apart from the Lamborghini which is not available at Silverstone. The person driving the car will be required to sign a disclaimer accepting liability in the event of damage to the vehicle. The driver will be given an option to purchase damage waiver cover when booking to minimise their financial exposure should there be an accident. Drivers are under no obligation to purchase this optional waiver. Full details are available at the time of booking.