Christmas Gifts for Curious Minds - Virgin Experience Days

Blacksmith for a Day at The Oldfield Forge

The Oldfield Forge is a dedicated specialist forge in the heart of Herefordshire, and a five-hour session here allows them plenty of time to explore the time-honoured art of blacksmithing. They'll follow one of the Forge's expert team members through a tour of the showroom and the amazing work on display, before forging their own bespoke piece from hot metal to take home.

Masterclasses

Blacksmith for a Day at The Oldfield Forge

Experience an ancient tradition and become a blacksmith for a day at the Oldfield Forge. A specialist forge in the heart of Herefordshire, The Academy is dedicated to teaching you time-honoured blacksmithing techniques.

£109.00

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Visit to Bletchley Park for Two

A place of exceptional historical importance, Bletchley Park was once home to the WWII Codebreakers, and is also a birthplace of modern information technology, helping to shape life as we know it today. Highlights of a visit includes the restored codebreaking huts, and hands-on displays where the masterminds from the Government Code & Cypher School cracked enemy codes.

Tourist Attractions

Visit to Bletchley Park for Two

Take a trip to the fascinating Bletchley Park for an insight into the once top-secret home of the World War Two Codebreakers. See where some of the smartest minds around like Alan Turing, Gordon Welchman and Bill Tutte helped turn the tide of war and discover the extraordinary achievements of the men and women who worked at Bletchley Park.<br /> <br /> A place of exceptional historical importance, Bletchley Park is also a birthplace of modern information technology and has helped shape life as we know it today. Highlights of a visit include the restored codebreaking huts, with their WW2 interiors faithfully recreated and hands-on displays in the blocks where the masterminds from the Government Code & Cypher School (GC&CS) cracked enemy codes. Explore the beautiful grounds and historic buildings with an interactive multimedia guide and enjoy the atmospheric soundscapes, galleries and exhibitions.

£45.00

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Morgan Motor Company Factory Tour for Two

A favourite among Virgin Experience Days customers, the Morgan Motor Factory Tour celebrates 100 years of driving passion and skill. Over 30,000 people visit from all over the world each year to see what goes into making one of Britain's best-loved motors. With a guided tour, they'll head behind the scenes, seeing Morgan motors as they're made and taking a deep dive into the history.

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Morgan Motor Company Factory Tour for Two

Enjoy a Morgan Motor Company Factory Tour for Two at the country’s longest-surviving family owned car manufacturer. Along this fantastic tour you can celebrate over 100 years of driving passion and marvel at the skill that goes into the making of a Morgan sports car.

£52.00

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Visit to The Painted Hall and Afternoon Tea for Two

Widely touted as Britain's own Sistine Chapel, The Painted Hall is a masterpiece of Baroque art, a celebration of Britain's naval history, and an exercise in painstaking attention to detail, all in one. Entry here includes exhibits, expert talks, and multimedia guides, as well as a guided tour of the Old Royal Naval College, access to the riverside grounds, and the Victorian Skittle Alley. Treat them to an afternoon tea at The Painted Hall Cafe to round things off.

Days Out In London

Visit to The Painted Hall at the Old Royal Naval College and Afternoon Tea for Two

Discover a hidden gem, Britain’s own Sistine Chapel, with a visit to The Painted Hall and afternoon tea for two.

£63.00

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Beginner's Candle Making Workshop

We all know a candle is a safe bet for when you've run out of present ideas. It's nice and everything, but not the most memorable Christmas gift in the world. Whisk them off for a day at London's Earl of East, where they'll make their own 170ml scented soy wax candle whilst enjoying snacks and prosecco. The finished product will be beautifully presented in an amber apothecary jar and personalised with their own special label.

Masterclasses

Beginners Candle Making Workshop, London

Tap into your creative side with a Beginners Candle Making Workshop, at Earl of East in London. Passionate about producing only the finest artisanal products, Earl of East focus on creating unique scents using bespoke botanical blends and essential oils. You’ll be getting to grips with the process under the expert guidance of one of Earl of East’s talented candle makers, who’ll be taking you step-by-step through the process, before putting your skills to the test and creating your own 6oz scented soy wax candle.

£59.00

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Stargazing Experience for Two with Dark Sky Wales

Pretty much everyone can appreciate the magic of the night skies, whether they're a budding astronomer or just have an appreciation for the beauty of the cosmos. At Dark Sky Wales they'll explore worlds little-known with the use of portable telescopes and the help of experienced astronomers. Perfect for anyone who likes stuff that's a little bit out of this world.

Masterclasses

Stargazing Experience for Two with Dark Sky Wales

Discover the magic of the night skies with a Stargazing Experience for Two with Dark Sky Wales. In the surroundings of the Brecon Beacons Observatory, the two of you can explore worlds little-known, with the use of portable telescopes. Astronomers will be on hand to talk you through your experience and to help you to spot the numerous celestial objects. Perfect for anybody with a passion for the art of astronomy or just looking for something a little bit ‘out of this world,’ this is a night you’ll never forget.

£50.00

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Urban Beekeeping and Honey Craft Beer Tasting

Bee enthusiast, beer enthusiast, or both - this is something a little bit different for them to enjoy. In the heart of London, they'll discover the secrets of urban beekeeping at the Hiver Experience. Donned in their bee suit, they'll learn how to work with beekeeping tools to check the health of the hive, before relaxing over a tutored honey beers and food matching session.

Drinks Experiences

Urban Beekeeping and Honey Craft Beer Tasting

Enter the Hiver Experience: discover the secrets of urban beekeeping in the heart of London and follow up with a tutored honey beer and food matching session with Hiver Beers. After learning a bit about beekeeping in the city, you’ll be ready to inspect the hive with the resident beekeeper. Don your bee suit, get up close and channel your inner beekeeper as you learn how to work with beekeeping tools to check the health of the hive.

£42.00

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Full Day Glass Blowing Workshop

Attention to detail is required on this fantastic full day workshop. They'll work with state-of-the-art equipment to create a glass masterpiece, such as a vase, and a solid ornamental piece. An experienced tutor will be on hand all day to ensure they get the most out of practicing this age-old art form.

Masterclasses

Full Day Glass Blowing Experience Class

Working with state-of-the-art equipment and professional glassmakers, this Full Day Glass blowing Workshop for one has all you need for an exciting and unusual experience you’ll never forget. You’ll be working with hot molten glass straight from the furnace so you’ll need extreme attention to detail and a steady pair of hands as well as creativity to master this skill.

£255.00

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