Tag: #watersports

Introducing White Water Tubing in Llangollen

We really know how to celebrate the new year in style here at Activity HQ, and we’re delighted to be offering yet another new activity to start 2017. So far this month we’ve already brought you medieval jousting in Warwick and Extreme Trampolining in Blackpool, but we’re not done yet. So get ready to squeeze into a wetsuit for some serious fun, because you can now try your hand at White Water Tubing at our new venue in Llangollen, North Wales.

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First things first, what exactly is white water tubing? Well, we think it’s best described as an exhilarating alternative to white water rafting, which gives you the chance to ditch the crew and the paddles, to race down stretches of wild white water on your very own inflatable rubber ring. As if that wasn’t enough excitement, you only have a pair of webbed gloves to guide your descent downstream, which means when the water get seriously fast you’ve got no choice but to hold tight and enjoy the ride of your life!

Obviously white water tubing wouldn’t be half as much fun without the white water, and thankfully our new venue in North Wales is almost tailor-made for this wickedly fun water sport. Based on the breathtaking (but wild) River Dee, White Water Tubing Llangollen guarantees you an experience you’ll never forget thanks to huge stretches of fast flowing water, as well as some of the fiercest rapids in the region. With all the essential equipment provided with every experience too, there really is nowhere better to brave the water and try this insane activity.

So if you think you’re ready to tame raging rapids and wild white water water, why not give this brilliant new activity a go before everybody else. Visit The Activity People website for more information.

Try out Power Boating in Scarborough..

Who can say no to high speed powerboat action? Here at The Activity People, we are over the moon to announce we have a brand new powerboat site ready and waiting for you to climb on board and get the ride of your life! Adrenaline junkies in North Yorkshire will love our Scarborough site. You’ll definitely grow a pair of sea legs when you head out into open water here!

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The Scarborough coastline is one of the most eye-catching in the country and a powerboat ride is the perfect way to discover it for yourself. There are plenty of top notch packages that will let you take in the stunning scenery- from a ten minute, high speed ride to an hour long sea safari that will take you around the best views the region has to offer. All you’ll need to do is sit back, hold on tight and enjoy the ride.

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Our drivers are incredibly friendly and can’t wait to welcome some fresh faces to enjoy the powerboat experience. It is far more adrenaline fuelled than the usual sightseeing experience, so if you want a stag/hen do with a twist, or an excellent corporate activity or birthday treat, you’d be a fool to not consider an adventure like this. Check The Activity People’s website and book with us today.

Introducing Kitesurfing in Scarborough and Redcar

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If you want an adrenaline rush that will really put the wind in your sails, then you will certainly love taking part in our one of a kind Kitesurfing experiences in Scarborough and Redcar. When you head out for high speed fun in the sea, you’ll see exactly why this is one of the best extreme water sports around.

Here, you’ll be getting expert tuition from Mike, a tutor who has long been travelling around the world in search of the best kitesurfing locations, until he settled down and opened his kite surfing school. He thinks there is nowhere better to take part than the North of England and you’ll soon be seeing why. You’ll be using only the best surfing equipment, so expect high octane thrills.

For kite surfers travelling from further afield, Mike’s wife runs a luxury hostel above the school, which has the perfect atmosphere. With a modern design, picturesque views and plenty of other reasons to visit, including a BBQ for all guests on the hottest days, there is nowhere better to stay by the seaside.

For more details and bookings visit our website

Introducing White Water Tubing Newbiggin, Durham

We’re excited to welcome White Water Tubing Newbiggin to The Activity People network.

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This wet and wild white water sport is just as crazy as it sounds, and at our brand new venue in Newbiggin you’re guaranteed to take on the ultimate combination of raging rapids and fast flowing white water.

The County Durham countryside is home to huge stretches of white water, which makes it the perfect place for tubing, and let’s face it there’s no better way to explore your surroundings than from the safety of giant rubber ring!

With full tuition and all necessary equipment included, this activity is perfect for participants aged 14+. So if you like to live on the wild side, and want to experience the rush of crashing over waves and racing down rapids, nothing comes close to the excitement of white water tubing!

To find out more visit our website.

White Water Rafting in the UK

White water rafting is undoubtedly one of our most exciting activities, so if you’re thinking of putting your paddle power to the test here are a few things you need to know about this wet and wild water sport.

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It’s not just done on rivers..

The UK may be home to some of the wildest stretches of white water in the world, but white water rafting isn’t just confined to natural stretches of white water. Man-made centres like the Lee Valley White Water Centre, used for the London Olympics, are tailor-made for rafting too, and unlike natural stretches of white water conditions out on the water are much more consistent.

 

There are different classes of white water..

Stretches of white water are graded by how difficult they are to negotiate. The International Scale of River Difficulty is graded from 1-6 with class 1 white water being the easiest to pass, and class 6 white water being almost impassable. Unless you’re an experienced rafter you’ll mainly be taking on white water graded between 1-3, as this guarantees you plenty of fun without the risk of injury.

It’s not just rapids you’ll have to avoid..

If you’re taking on a natural stretch of white water it’s not just rapids you’ll need to negotiate. You’ll also have to dodge the danger of rocks, branches and river banks too. It’s not all bad news though, because with our instructors skippering the raft you’ll know exactly what’s coming your way and what you need to do to make it down the river in one piece.

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You’re going to get wet..

Part of the fun of white water rafting is getting a good soaking, and even if you manage to stay in the raft you’re going to get wet at some point. All of our venues provide wetsuits, helmets and life jackets, so when you inevitably get a soaking there’s no need to worry about ruining your clothes. It’s probably for the best you bring a towel and some dry clothes to change into though!

 

To find out first hand just how much fun white water rafting is follow this link to find your nearest venue.