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Holidays, short breaks and weekends with a difference!
Courses, workshops, classes and tuition - select subject or location from the options on the left
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Woodland Skills
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Keepers Cottage Barn
Tittlesfold
The Haven
Billingshurst
West Sussex, RH14 9BG
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| Telephone: 01403-824057 |
| Website: www.woodlandskills.com |
At Woodland Skills we offer specialist courses in bushcraft and woodland survival suitable for people from all walks of life. We also provide an inspiring range of traditional skills and craft courses as well as ecotherapy and early technology courses. If you have a passion for nature or wish to develop your survival skills in a woodland setting, we are sure you will find a course that will interest you. |
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Rose Cottage Experience
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Holiday courses held in the
New Forest, Hampshire
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| Telephone: 01590-644256 |
| Website: www.newforestholidaycourses.co.uk |
Why not try a holiday with a difference in the historic New Forest! We run residential 2-4 day courses in patchwork and quilting, digital photography, holiday French and German as well as guided walks in this beautiful area which is also very close to the sea. The courses are relaxed, interesting and fun and are also open to non-residents. There will be plenty of opportunity to chat to our highly talented team and for socialising throughout the day. We aim to send you home with a smile on your face! |
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Traction Engine Driving
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Ring House Farm
Woodland
Broughton-in-Furness
Cumbria, LA 20 6DG
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| Telephone: 01229-716578 |
| Website: www.ringhouse.co.uk/traction |
Experience the thrill of driving a real steam traction engine in the beautiful setting of the Lake District. Whether you are a keen enthusiast or you have always imagined being at the controls but have never stepped on a footplate before - it doesn't make any difference! |
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Murthwaite Green Trekking Centre
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Silecroft
Millom
Cumbria, LA18 5LP
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| Telephone: 01229-770876 |
| Website: www.murthwaitegreen.co.uk |
Murthwaite Green is on the edge of the scenic village of Silecroft in the Lake District. Throughout the year, we offer horse riding for all ages and abilities, from a gently walk through the village to an exhilarating gallop along the beach. |
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Springhill Farm Riding Stables
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Situated in the county of Wrexham in
Wales, near to the English border
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| Telephone: 01691-718406 |
| Website: www.atspringhill.co.uk |
Springhill Farm is the perfect centre for your horse-riding holiday. We are situated just 6 miles from Oswestry and Llangollen, on the Wales England border, at the crossroads of the Ceiriog Trail giving instant access to the best riding country available. |
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Forest Knights - Wilderness Skills
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26 Markfield
Bognor Regis
Sussex, PO22 9HN
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| Telephone: 07771-540184 |
| Website: www.forestknights.co.uk |
Forest Knights specialises in teaching wilderness skills to people of all abilities. Our courses are held in the beautiful Sussex countryside not far from the historic atmosphere of Arundel. We ensure that each participant acquires the skills they desire to learn at a pace suitable to them. |
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Cae Iago Riding Centre
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Ffarmers
Llanwrda
Carmarthenshire, SA19 8LZ
Wales
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| Telephone: 01558-650303 |
| Website: www.caeiago.co.uk |
Over the last 30 years Cae Iago has established itself as one of the most popular riding holiday centres in Wales. Our location on the edge of the magnificent Cambrian Mountains ensures spectacular riding country where you can relax and enjoy the freedom of the countryside. |
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Killarney Riding Stables
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Ballydowney
Killarney
Co. Kerry
Ireland
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| Telephone: 00353-64-31686 |
| Website: www.horsevacationireland.com |
Situated in South-West Ireland, County Kerry boasts some of the finest scenery in the world. The Killarney Riding Stables, established in the late 1960's, can expertly provide each and every customer with a unique and memorable experience. |
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Laidback Trailblazers
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(Donnette and Edward Bufton)
The Old Barn
Bosulval
Newmill
Penzance, Cornwall, TR20 8XA
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| Telephone: 01736-367742 |
| Website: www.laidback-trails.co.uk |
We specialise in walking holidays in Cornwall for small groups - singles or couples - friends, family, colleagues and new friends. Our walking holidays feature heritage trails, time to swim, pubs, good company and excellent food, in the spectacular setting of this beautiful area. |
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Skylark Holidays
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9 Beech Avenue
Willington
Derbyshire, DE65 6DB
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| Telephone: 01283-701729 |
| Website: www.skylarkholidays.co.uk |
We offer an excellent selection of short courses on weaving, spinning, dyeing, photography and painting, in the idyllic setting of Windlehill Farm in South Derbyshire. We also organise walking holidays for small groups wishing to enjoy the varied landscape and outstanding beauty of this area. |
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Rancho Guadalteba - Riding Holidays
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Teba 29327
Malaga
Spain
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| Telephone: 0034-952-031518 |
| Website: www.ranchinspain.com |
Combine the perfect holiday with learning the art of natural horsemanship in this beautiful part of Spain. Discover tranquil trails through the mountains, olive groves and fields of sunflowers. Come and enjoy excellent food, wonderful scenery and stunning sunsets. |
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The North Devon Surf School
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P O Box 272
Barnstaple
North Devon, EX32 2AQ
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| Telephone: 01598-710818 |
| Website: www.northdevonsurfschool.co.uk |
Learn to surf with the North Devon Surf School, one of the top surfing schools in the UK. Our School is based at Westward Ho! beach in North Devon - a perfect location where you can learn to surf whilst having fun. Our unique coaching technique really works and produces fast results! |
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Brenfield Riding Holidays
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Brenfield Farm
Ardrishaig
Argyll, PA30 8ER
Scotland
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| Telephone: 01546-603274 |
| Website: www.brenfield.co.uk |
At Brenfield, we take pride in looking after our visitors and ensuring that we offer the riding they want to do, whether it's a short hack into the hills for an hour or two, or a full weeks trail ride through the heart of the West Highlands. Experience the excitement of riding through breathtaking scenery on a truly memorable holiday. |
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Horse and Carriage Driving
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(John and Felicity Singleton)
Cwm Deildre
Y Fan
Llanidloes, Powys
Wales, SY18 6RT
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| Telephone: 01686-413005 |
| Website: www.holidaymidwales.co.uk |
We offer tuition in the art of horse and carriage driving, amid the stunning views of Mid Wales. See the wild flowers, the soaring kites and smell the perfume of the pines, whilst learning the skills of this traditional and delightful form of transport. |
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The Lakeland Climbing Centre
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Lake District Business Park
Kendal
Cumbria, LA9 6NH
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| Telephone: 01539-721766 |
| Website: www.kendalwall.co.uk |
Although best known for our world-class indoor climbing centre, we also offer a range of outdoor courses to suit everyone. Get your first taste of climbing in our unique centre, or, if you've progressed beyond this stage, we are superbly placed to show you some of the finest climbing in Britain. |
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Pen-Llyn Lusitano Stud & Riding Centre
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Llaniestyn
Pwllheli
Gwynedd
North Wales
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| Telephone: 01758-730741 |
| Website: www.lusitanocymru.co.uk |
We offer lessons and riding holidays during which you can enjoy trekking in the beautiful mountain scenery or go for an exciting ride on the beach. We also provide classical dressage courses on magnificent Lusitano Stallions - learn to ride the movements on horses that dreams are made of. |
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Ditchling Common Stud
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Burgess Hill
West Sussex, RH15 0SE
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| Telephone: 01444-871900 |
| Website: www.ditchlingcommonstud.co.uk |
At Ditchling Common Stud we run lessons and courses for adults and children, novices and experts alike. Horse-riding holidays, coupled with training courses and excursions, are also available in this beautiful part of West Sussex. |
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Outdoor Adventure Ltd
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Atlantic Court
Widemouth Bay
Bude
Cornwall, EX23 0DF
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| Telephone: 01288-362900 |
| Website: www.outdooradventure.co.uk |
Our staff live and breathe outdoor pursuits and are committed to giving you the best possible experience. Choose from a wide range of water and land based activities, such as surfing, climbing, kayaking, windsurfing and coasteering amongst others, to make up your perfect day or short break. |
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Woodsmoke - Bushcraft Courses
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PO Box 45
Cockermouth
Cumbria, CA13 9WB
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| Telephone: 01900-821733 |
| Website: www.woodsmoke.uk.com |
Bushcraft is the world's oldest outdoor pursuit, born out of necessity and a desire to meet the natural world on its own terms. Through our bushcraft courses, we offer you an opportunity to learn new skills, build confidence, and gain a new perspective on the natural environment. |
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The Kingcombe Centre
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Toller Porcorum
Dorchester
Dorset, DT2 0EQ
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| Telephone: 01300-320684 |
| Website: www.kingcombe-centre.demon.co.uk |
The Kingcombe Centre is an environmental study centre in the heart of West Dorset and throughout the year there is an extensive programme of nature-related activities. In addition, day courses and residential courses take place in subjects such as painting, yoga, willow basket-making, embroidery and music, amongst others. |
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Woodcraft School
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PO Box 64
Midhurst
West Sussex, GU29 9WL
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| Telephone: 01730-816299 |
| Website: www.woodcraft-school.co.uk |
We provide high quality outdoor education, covering all aspects of bushcraft and nature awareness, helping you to gain a deeper understanding of the outdoors, nature and its conservation. We also run workshops covering ancient skills such as greenwood crafts and longbow making. |
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Mountain Biking Holidays
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Sports Travel Company
Chalet La Tzane
1936 Verbier
Switzerland
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| Telephone: 0041-277-711573 |
| Website: www.sportstravelcompany.com |
Our goal is to provide you with your best week of mountain biking ever and at the same time show you the diversity and beauty of biking in and around Verbier and the 4 valleys. The area offers an excellent range of endless trail riding to suit downhill, freeride and cross-country enthusiasts. |
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Jurassic Coast Tours
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Guided fossil and geological
walks on the Jurassic Coast
in Devon and Dorset
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| Website: www.fossilwalks.com |
Jurassic Coast Tours specialise in field trips to Devon and Dorset's spectacular World Heritage Site. Your guide is Chris Pamplin, local geologist and natural historian, who has selected a range of first class tours exploring the geology, fossils and scenery of the South West of England. |
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Riding Holidays Scotland
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Auchencairn House
Auchencairn
Castle Douglas, DG7 1QZ
Scotland
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| Telephone: 01556-640202 |
| Website: www.ridinghols-scotland.co.uk |
Come and enjoy our two-day luxury horse riding holidays in "Glorious Galloway", in untouched south-west Scotland. This unforgettable riding holiday takes you on horse back through unspoilt countryside, galloping over miles of deserted beach, trekking through forests and over moors. |
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Green Dragons Airsports
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Warren Barn Farm
Slines Oak Road
Woldingham
Surrey, CR3 7HN
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| Telephone: 01883-652666 |
| Website: www.greendragons.co.uk |
Come and enjoy the thrill of learning to hang glide, paraglide or parascend at our long-established Green Dragons Airsports Centre. We are based on a farm on the picturesque North Downs, providing idyllic surroundings while being within easy reach of Central London. |
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Calypso Diving International
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(Cala Pedrosa)
P O Box 148
17258 Estartit
Spain
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| Telephone: 0034-972-751488 |
| Website: www.grn.es/calypso |
We offer PADI courses which cater for everyone from the complete beginner to those who wish to make a career in diving. All courses and qualifications are internationally recognised. |
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Lew Hoad Tennis Experience
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Apartado 111
29640 Fuengirola
Malaga
Spain
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| Telephone: 0034-952-474858 |
| Website: www.tennis-spain.com |
The Lew Hoad Tennis Experience is the ideal place to enjoy an unforgettable family holiday, playing your favourite sport in a luxurious setting. A great combination for the perfect tennis holiday! |
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Bawdsey Manor
Art Courses & Watersports
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Bawdsey
Woodbridge
Suffolk, IP12 3AZ
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| Telephone: 01394-411633 |
| Website: www.bawdseymanor.co.uk |
This beautiful and historic manor is situated at the mouth of the River Deben, a perfect holiday destination for relaxing. Whilst here you can enjoy one of our Art or Sculpture Courses held in our new Art Centre or try our Watersports Centre where we offer Dinghy Sailing instruction. |
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Preseli Venture - Coastal Adventure
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Parcynole Fach
Mathry
Haverfordwest
Pembrokeshire, SA62 5HN
Wales
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| Telephone: 01348-837709 |
| Website: www.preseliventure.com |
Preseli Venture is the perfect place to come and stay to satisfy your need for fun, adventure and good spiritual chemistry. Activities include surfing, cliff-jumping, kayaking, coasteering and mountain biking, amongst others. Come and explore, invigorate and relax. |
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Lasham Gliding Society
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Lasham Aerodrome
Alton
Hampshire, GU34 5SS
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| Telephone: 01256-384900 |
| Website: www.lasham.org.uk |
Whether you are taking your first flight or whether you are a current champion, we provide a glider fleet and launching facilities which are simply second to none - all backed by a team of professional instructors dedicated to your enjoyment of the sport. |
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International Sailing
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Cobh
Co. Cork
Ireland
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| Telephone: 00353-214-811237 |
| Website: www.sailcork.com |
International Sailing offers a very comprehensive list of courses, run in a friendly and professional manner for over 30 years, in Sailing, Powerboating, Navigation, VHF Radio, Sea Survival, Safety at Sea and First Aid at Sea, amongst others. |
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Cornish Riding Holidays
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Buller Hill
Redruth
Cornwall, TR16 6ST
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| Telephone: 01209-211852 |
| Website: www.cornish-riding-holidays.co.uk |
Cornish Riding Holidays is a family-run equestrian centre, open all year, for hacking, tuition and residential riding holidays. We are set in the heart of the Cornish countryside, where the strains of everyday life will soon disappear in our relaxed and friendly atmosphere. |
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Bowles Outdoor Centre
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Sandhill Lane
Eridge Green
Tunbridge Wells,
Kent, TN3 9LW
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| Telephone: 01892-665665 |
| Website: www.bowles.ac |
Bowles Outdoor Centre is in an area of outstanding natural beauty, with its own sandstone outcrop on site. We are a purpose-built residential centre, designed to complement the Alpine atmosphere of the rocks and ski slopes, where you can climb, ski, snowboard and enjoy watersports. |
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Mountain Innovations Ltd
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Fraoch Lodge
Deshar Road
Boat of Garten
Inverness-shire, PH24 3BN
Scotland
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| Telephone: 01479-831331 |
| Website: www.scotmountain.co.uk |
We offer guided walking holidays as well as courses in climbing, mountain navigation and winter skills, all of which include magnificent scenery, excellent home cooking and the warmest of welcomes. |
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Rookin House Farm
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Troutbeck
Nr Ullswater
Penrith
Cumbria, CA11 0SS
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| Telephone: 01768-483561 |
| Website: www.rookinhouse.co.uk |
Rookin House Farm has been offering a wide variety of outdoor activities for over 20 years, amid the splendid scenery of this beautiful area. Come and enjoy horse-riding, archery, clay pigeon shooting, quad-biking and much more. |
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The Norfolk Broads School of Sailing
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2 Littlewood Lane
Hoveton
Norfolk, NR12 8DZ
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| Telephone: 01603-783096 |
| Website: www.norfolksailingschool.co.uk |
The Norfolk Broads School of Sailing offers RYA sailing courses, based on the Norfolk Broads in the UK. The Sailing School provides a wide range of both RYA approved and other residential sailing courses in cabin cruising yachts. |
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Climb 365 - Mountaineering Courses
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Climbing Courses in:
Cumbria (during summer)
Scotland (during winter)
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| Telephone: 01539-448046 |
| Website: www.climb365.net |
Our summer courses in rock climbing and mountaineering activities run from the beginning of March to the end of December and are based in the Lake District, Cumbria. During the winter months we offer mountaineering and ice climbing courses in Scotland. |
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The Aqua Sports Company
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Nutfield Marsh Road
Merstham
Surrey, RH1 5EU
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| Telephone: 01737-644288 |
| Website: www.aquasports.co.uk |
The Aqua Sports Company has been providing water sports training for over ten years - we believe the perfect learning experience is one that is fun and safe. Come and enjoy windsurfing, dinghy sailing, canoeing or kayak-sailing with us, whatever your age or ability. |
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Cotswold Gliding Club
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Aston Down Airfield
Minchinhampton
Stroud
Gloucestershire GL6 8HT
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| Telephone: 01285-760415 |
| Website: www.cotswoldgliding.co.uk |
Gliding courses for all levels, from beginners to advanced, with a choice of length from a sample flight through to a 5-day course. |
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The Talland School of Equitation
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Church Farm
Siddington
Cirencester
Gloucestershire GL7 6EZ
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| Telephone: 01285-652318 |
| Website: www.talland.net |
Riding courses from beginner level to advanced, ranging from hourly to career length. In addition, courses can be specialised if required, e.g.dressage, show jumping, cross country, side saddle or general purpose equitation. |
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Soft Rock Climbing (Chris Tullis)
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Dower House Mews,
Leyswood,
Groombridge,
Tunbridge Wells,
Kent, TN3 9PH
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| Telephone: 01892-863659 |
| Website: www.softrockclimbing.co.uk |
Soft Rock Climbing, based at Harrison's Rocks near Groombridge, specialises in all aspects of climbing, starting with low level bouldering climbs and ranging right up to award courses. We cater for individual tuition, groups and even birthday parties. |
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Snowgoose Mountain Centre
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The Old Smiddy
Station Road
Corpach
Fort William
Inverness-shire, PH33 7JH
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| Telephone: 01397-772467 |
| Website: www.highland-mountain-guides.co.uk |
Situated on the historic west coast of northern Scotland, the Centre has an inspirational all-year outdoor calendar, providing a unique blend of mountain, river and loch adventures, including mountain navigation, rock-climbing, dinghy-sailing and white-water canoeing. |
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Coverack Windsurfing Centre
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Cliff Cottage
Sunny Corner
Coverack
Helston
Cornwall, TR12 6SX
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| Telephone: 01225-768888 |
| Website: www.coverack.co.uk |
We offer holiday and short break windsurfing courses to suit all standards. Coverack has a beautiful sandy bay which is an ideal learning area for the beginner, with a stronger wind area nearby for the more experienced. |
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High Trek Snowdonia
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Tal y Waen
Deiniolen
Gwynedd
Wales, LL55 3NA
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| Telephone: 01286-871232 |
| Website: www.hightrek.co.uk |
High Trek Snowdonia is an outdoor activity centre in North Wales offering a full range of mountain-based adventure holidays and courses in superb surroundings. Courses are held throughout the year and include walking, scrambling, climbing and navigation. |
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The Scottish Gliding Centre
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Portmoak Airfield
Scotlandwell
Near Kinross, KY13 9JJ
Scotland
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| Telephone: 01592-840543 |
| Website: www.scottishglidingcentre.co.uk |
Come and enjoy one of the purest forms of flight - engineless, silent and graceful - as close to the birds as we will ever be. Courses range from trial flights to a five-day holiday in this fascinating activity. |
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San Antonio Ranch
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Bobadilla Estacion
Antequera
Malaga 29540
Spain
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| Telephone: 0034-952-720271 |
| Website: www.naturalhorseridinginspain.com |
Natural Horseriding in Spain - a fascinating way to relax, learning to communicate with horses through understanding and trust. Our courses range from one-day to four-weeks and will be an unforgettable experience. |
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West Wales Wind, Surf and Sailing
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Dale
Haverfordwest
Pembrokeshire, SA62 3RB
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| Telephone: 01646-636642 |
| Website: www.surfdale.co.uk |
We provide courses on surfing, sailing, windsurfing, kayaking, powerboating, catamaran sailing, as well as multi-activity breaks. A full programme for all levels and abilities runs from April 1 to October 31. |
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Sussex Hang Gliding and Paragliding School
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Tollgate
Nr. Lewes
East Sussex, BN8 6JZ
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| Telephone: 01273-858170 |
| Website: www.sussexhgpg.co.uk |
Have you ever dreamt you could fly? Now do it for real! Our School, situated in the beautiful South Downs of Sussex, offers year-round expert tuition in this ultimate flying experience. |
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Knowle Manor - Riding Holidays
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Timberscombe
Somerset, TA24 6TZ
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| Telephone: 01643-841342 |
| Website: www.knowlemanor.co.uk |
Knowle Manor is a magnificent manor house, surrounded by the varied and vast expanse of Exmoor, where the many aspects of horse-riding can be enjoyed to the full. It is the perfect setting for riders of all ages and all abilities. |
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