Zorbing – The Activity People Blog

Zorbing arrives in Newcastle

Nothing comes close to the rush of climbing into a zorb ball and hurtling down a hill, so we can almost guarantee you’ll be head over heels for our new venue Zorbing Newcastle!

Situated in rolling countryside a short distance from Newcastle city centre, Zorbing Newcastle is the perfect place to experience the fun of Zorbing. Unfortunately you won’t have much time to admire the views though, because instead of taking in the stunning surroundings you’ll be bumping and bouncing down one of our steepest hills!

Secured safely inside an inflatable 12ft sphere you’ll have your whole world turned upside down – and trust us Zorbing is every bit as bonkers as it sounds. So if you’re ready for a truly one-of-a-kind experience, Zorbing Newcastle is the perfect place to get to grips with this insane activity.

For more information on Zorbing in Newcastle visit The Activity People website.

Hold on tight For The Ride Of Your Life at Zorbing Milton Keynes!

Get ready to have your whole world turned upside down, because the latest addition to The Activity People network is Zorbing Milton Keynes!

zorbing downhill Located in the heart of the bumpy Buckinghamshire countryside, this brilliant zorbing venue is the perfect place to experience the rush of rolling down a zorb track. So if you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to be sealed inside a giant inflatable hamster ball, you’re in for a treat!

As well as being easily accessible from both London and the Midlands, Zorbing Milton Keynes also boasts one of the best (and bumpiest) zorb tracks in the country. The tailor-made 100 metre track makes the most of a seriously steep natural hillside, which gives you the chance to pick up speed as you race down the track. With plenty of bumps and bounces thrown in too, you’re guaranteed the ride of your life.

With single and double roll experiences to choose from too, there’s experiences for adrenaline junkies of all levels. So why not find out first hand why we’re head over heels for Zorbing Milton Keynes!

Zorbing Malvern named venue of the month

Huge congratulations to Zorbing Malvern, who are September’s venue of the month!

Malvern Our customers are head over heels for this brilliant Zorbing venue, and it’s easy to see why. Set amongst rugged countryside and surrounded by hills this spectacular venue is almost tailor-made for Zorbing.

The friendly team of instructors and staff really go out of their way to pack as much fun into every experience too. So if you’re feeling apprehensive about having your world turned upside down, there’s nowhere better to brave this bonkers ball sport.

The Zorb balls are some of the best around too, and as you bump, bounce and roll down the steep hillside tracks you’re in for the ride of your life. But don’t just take our word for it, here’s what our customers thought..

“Had a great time.”

Phillippa, 12^th August 2016

“My friends booked this up for my 40th birthday, and I absolutely loved every second in the ball!!! Would do it again in a heartbeat. Thank you for making it so brilliant!”

Kerry Stretton, 22^nd August 2016

To book your very own Zorbing experience visit our website today!

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Bubble Footballl Westwood and Ilkeston Join

The football season is back with a bang, and we’re delighted to have added two brand new bubble football venues to our lineup, just in time for the big kick-off. So if you’re a footy fan in Westwood Nottingham, or Ilkeston Derybshire you’re in for some serious fun!

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You don’t just need to be bonkers about the beautiful game to enjoy bubble football though, and with top-of-the-range body Zorbs at both venues, there’s nowhere better to experience this barmy ball sport.

With games taking place on artificial pitches there’s no mud and no mess either. So when you inevitably end up on the floor, instead of sinking and sliding you’ll bounce straight back to your feet. Bumping, bouncing and barging are all add to the fun too, and with no refs and no rules pretty much anything goes.

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So if you’re aged 12+, why not get a team together and give bubble football a go at one of our brilliant new venues?

To book your bubble football experience visit our website.

5 Valentine’s Activities Guaranteed To Get Your Heart Racing!

There’s more than one way to get your heart racing this Valentine’s Day, and with just over one week left before the big day it’s probably a good time to start thinking about what’s going to make the perfect present. With that in mind here’s a look at some Valentine’s treats that are guaranteed to make your day even more memorable, and more importantly save you from the annual last minute trolley dash!

Romantic Shoot and Stay

For a romantic getaway you’ll both love a shoot and stay voucher is the complete package and combines the rest and relaxation of a short break with the fun and thrills of a clay pigeon shooting experience. Your break starts at the shooting ground where you and your partner will take on either 25 or 50 clays each before heading back to your hotel for a romantic meal and relaxing overnight stay, all included in the cost.

Tandem Bungee Jump

If you’re looking for a more extreme adrenalin rush to take on as a twosome, a tandem bungee jump is a surefire way to find out how brave you really are! Strapped together by your ankles, you and your partner will take the ultimate leap of faith from 160ft in the air. Whether you leap from a bridge or crane sharing this truly once in a lifetime activity is guaranteed to bring you closer together, after all how many couples can say they spent Valentine’s Day hurtling head first towards the ground!

Hot Air Balloon Ride

Take your romance to new heights by heading for the clouds in the wicker basket of a hot air balloon for a unique bird’s eye view of some of the most picturesque parts of the UK. The giant balloons ascend to heights of between 500-1500 feet and can travel up to 10 miles in a single journey giving you the perfect opportunity to take in the sights as you glide along the horizon. Once you’re back on the safety of solid ground it’s tradition to raise a glass to a successful flight, and any experience which finishes with a glass of champagne is guaranteed to score you some serious brownie points!

Segway Experience

If you’re looking for an activity that guarantees fun, look no further! From full throttle races, to off-road treks and tours almost anything is possible on a Segway. The futuristic transporters may only have a top speed of 12.5 mph but they’re perfect for racing! Thrashing your Valentine in a Segway race and rubbing it in their face all day probably isn’t the most romantic way to spend a day, so if you’re looking for a more sedate experience there are a whole host of parks, off-road tracks and even country estates that are perfect for exploring on a Segway.

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This awesome activity is guaranteed to have you head over heels by the end of the day as you and your partner climb inside a giant Zorb ball for the ride of your lives! Secured on opposite sides of the ball by harness you’ll be able to see the look of terror on each others faces as you bump, bounce, rock and roll down the steep sloped track. Once the initial shock of bouncing down a hillside in giant ball has passed the laughter kicks in, and you’re guaranteed to be in stitches when the ball finally comes to a halt at the bottom of the track.

Karting

If you’re always arguing about who’s the better driver this is definitely one way to settle the argument for good! A day at the track gives you the perfect opportunity to let out all that built up frustration and satisfy your need for speed as you battle it out to be first across the line. If you’ve not got a score to settle karting can be just as much fun, but it does make victory taste that little bit sweeter! Who said romance was dead?

New Years Bucket List: 10 Activities to Try in 2015

If after a week you’re already thinking about giving up on your New Year’s resolutions why not aim to tick a few things off your bucket list in 2015 instead, and if you’re in need of a bit of inspiration here’s 10 awesome activities to try in the new year.

1. Bungee Jumping

Whether you choose to go it alone or drag a friend along for a tandem bungee jump nothing comes close to the rush of plummeting towards the ground head first!

2. Skydiving

Jumping out of a plane at 15,000 feet might not be everybody’s idea of fun, but this truly once-in-a-lifetime experience is guaranteed to push your adrenalin levels to new heights.

3. Zorbing

These bonkers bouncy balls are as fun as they are thrilling, and as you bump and bounce down the sloped track you’re guaranteed to be in stitches!

4. Clay Pigeon Shooting

There’s nothing more satisfying than blowing clays to smithereens as they soar through the air so why not put your sharp shooting skills to the ultimate test!

5. Supercar Driving Experience

Celebrate the new year in style by getting behind the wheel of the car of your dreams and finding out what it’s really capable of by putting it through its paces on the track.

6. White Water Rafting

Britain is home to some of the wildest white water in the world which means there’s no better place to experience the intense excitement of negotiating boulder strewn rapids.

7. 4×4 Off-Road Driving

Why not put your driving skills to the ultimate test by heading off the beaten to take on a mad and muddy off-road driving course.

8. Paintball

If you’ve always dreamt of unleashing your inner action hero, paintball gives you the perfect opportunity to live out your childhood dreams, no matter how old you are!

9. Segway

From flat out races to off-road treks there’s no end to the fun that can be had on Segway, and almost anybody can master the art of riding the futuristic transporter.

10. Quad Biking

Quad bikes can conquer almost any terrain so get ready for some mud churning mayhem as you take on the ultimate off-road adventure.

Some Zorbing facts!

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Zorbing (globe-riding, sphereing, orbing) is the recreational activity of rolling downhill whilst inside an giant inflatable ball not too dissimilar from the well known hamster ball!

The globes are generally made from a transparent plastic.

As a rule Zorbing takes place on a gentle hill, however it can also be done on a level surface which allows for a greater degree of rider control.

There are two types of orbs, harnessed and non-harnessed. Non-harnessed orbs are able to carry up to three riders, while the harnessed orbs are constructed for one to two riders. Double-harnessed spheres have different slope requirements, and must only be operated in specific locations.

The first Zorbing site was established in Rotorua, New Zealand, by Andrew Akers and David Akers.

Zorbing entered the Concise Oxford English Dictionary in 2001 where it was defined as: “a sport in which a participant is secured inside an inner capsule in a large, transparent ball which is then rolled along the ground or down hills”.

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