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 masterclass 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.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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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.
The Art Of Candle Making Workshop at Dai-KOR
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 Dai-KOR, where they’ll make their very own 6 oz scented soy wax coddles, using cruelty-free, locally sourced eco-friendly materials.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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.
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Visit to SEA LIFE for Two
Fascinated by marine life? Let them discover an underwater world at SEA LIFE. At both London and Blackpool, they can get up close to thousands of the most majestic aquatic creatures. From sharks to penguins to stingrays, this is sure to be their best Christmas gift ever.
Wonders of Civilisation: A Crash Course in Archaeology at the British Museum
For those more archaeologically attuned, this crash course at the British Museum is a Christmas gift designed to inspire. Following in the footsteps of great archaeologists, they’ll unlock the secrets of the British Museum’s extraordinary collection, tracing humanity’s journey from the Stone to the modern age.
Forest Bathing
Feed their curious mind by gifting them a glimpse into the ancient Japanese art of forest bathing. Proven to be a profound antidote to anxiety, tension and stress, encourage them to discover the healing powers of Shinrin-Yoku, an awareness meditation.
Visit to The British Music Experience for Two
Over 600. That’s how many musical artefacts are on display across the British Music Experience’s galleries and exhibitions. They’ll wander through 70 years of the British music scene, from Bowie’s Ziggy Stardust costumes to Noel Gallagher’s Union Jack Sheraton guitar and loads more.
Crime Scene Investigation Experience
Look, we’ve all accepted that for some unbeknownst reason, people are just engrossed in true crime. This CSI experience will see them delve into an authentic crime scene, learning from forensic scientists, major crime detectives and more. Learn how to lift fingerprints, analyse blood spatter, interview witnesses and more.
Entry to Kidzania
Encourage a little one’s innate curiosity this Christmas with a day at Kidzania. Sprawling over 75,000 square feet, there’s a world of opportunity to discover, from aviation to animal-care and beyond. Designed to empower and entertain kids from 4 to 14, unlock the magic this Christmas.
Tour of the Llechwedd Deep Mine for Four
One for the history buffs who spend a great portion of their lives stepping back in time. This 75 minute tour will see them heading to the Llechwedd Mine, descending on Europe’s steepest cable railway, to explore 10 chambers with explosive audio and visual special effects.
One Day Family York Sightseeing and Attraction Pass
If there’s an avid explorer you really, really want to impress, then you’ll want to make sure you have the cameras rolling when their jaw drops following the unwrapping of this ultimate sightseeing pass. Granting them entry to over 20 of York’s finest attractions, tours and museums, they can spend the day satisfying their need for knowledge.
One Day Family York Sightseeing and Attraction Pass
Spend a day discovering one of the UK’s most historic cities together with this One Day Family York Sightseeing and Attraction Pass. Offering you entry to York’s finest attractions, tours and museums for two adults and two children, you can cater your experience to the family exactly as you wish.
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Save Humanity: Cocktail Infused Escape Room for Two at the Grid
Escape room enthusiasts should really be in their own category of curious minds. They’re all about thinking outside the box and the unrivalled pressure of solving puzzles while racing against the clock. Luckily, The Grid offers their next challenge: solving brain-scrambling puzzles through multiple rooms to help save humanity from extinction.
Astronaut Experience for Two at Space Store
On the hunt for an out-of-this-world gift for an astronomy enthusiast? Set your sights firmly on Oxford’s Space Store, who are on a mission to bring space to the high street. Led by the knowledgeable and friendly team, they’ll be guided through a variety of activities including a VR spacewalk, using augmented reality to uncover the wonders of the solar system and suiting up in a Replica Tim Peake space suit to name just a few.
Foraging, Cookery and Lunch with Totally Wild
There’s foodies and then there’s those with an insatiable appetite for finding out about the origins of their food. Led by Totally Wild, they’ll spend six hours learning the ins and outs of foraging including how to identify a range of wild ingredients. They’ll also cook up a three-course lunch utilising foraged ingredients.
Foraging, Cookery and Lunch with Totally Wild
Head back to nature with this fantastic Foraging, Cookery and Lunch for one with Totally Wild. You will join a professional forager to learn the basics of foraging and wild food, before cooking up your very own wild food lunch.
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Discover Photography Course
Whether they’ve previously shown an interest in pursuing photography or you recognise it’s a great hobby to take up for their curious mind, this course is a winning Christmas gift. Photography not only improves perspective but it’s also a great form of storytelling. Learning from an award-winning photographer, they’ll discover how to get the most out of their camera settings and take to the streets of London to put the lessons into practice.
