| "Afternoon Tea for Two at Makeney Hall Hotel, Derbyshire" |
| "Indulge in an afternoon tea for two at Makeney Hall, a beautiful and grand Victorian mansion, located in the heart of Derbyshire. Makeney Hall Hotel is set within six acres of landscaped gardens, with breathtaking views across the Amber Valley. Voted the 'Best Afternoon Tea in Derbyshire' by readers of the Derbyshire Telegraph, Makeney Hall boasts friendly staff who are on hand to help throughout. Tea is served in the hotel's Drawing room and includes sandwiches such as egg mayonnaise and smoked salmon, fresh scones with clotted cream and jam and homemade desserts to share, as well as tea or freshly brewed coffee. Great food in a fantastic location, what more could you want?"
Price: 30.00 |
| "Champagne Afternoon Tea for Two at Makeney Hall Hotel, Derbyshire" |
| "Unwind and indulge at Makeney Hall, a beautiful and grand Victorian mansion, located in the heart of Derbyshire, with this champagne afternoon tea for two. Makeney Hall Hotel is set within six acres of landscaped gardens and has breathtaking views across the Amber Valley. Voted the 'Best Afternoon Tea in Derbyshire' by readers of the Derbyshire Telegraph, Makeney Hall boasts friendly staff who are on hand to help throughout. Tea is taken in the hotel's Drawing room where a selection of sandwiches such as cheese and chutney and ham and mustard, scones with clotted cream and jam and homemade desserts to share are all on offer. Toast to a great afternoon with a refreshing glass of champagne each!"
Price: 45.00 |
| "Axe Throwing for Two at Hazlewood Castle, North Yorkshire" |
| "Our raiding ancestors were great at the art of axe throwing, but it's no longer a necessity - and neither is raiding! That doesn't mean the art is defunct though; on the contrary, axe throwing remains a popular, tricky and very fun sport. Whether a beginner or already familiar with an axe, fully trained instructors will be waiting to meet and greet all participants, before introducing them to or perfecting their throwing technique. The axe in question is a mighty Tomahawk, and a range of exciting games will be laid on to help everyone practise, before a surprising finale to cement knowledge and put new skills to the test. Remember, it's technique, not strength, that wins the day - so this experience is suitable for Davids as well as Goliaths."
Price: 70.00 |
| "Archery and Axe Throwing for Two at Hazlewood Castle, North Yorkshire" |
| "The venerable arts of axe throwing and archery may no longer be required for keeping marauders out of castles, but they're still brilliant fun and a great test of technique. Travel back in time to Hazelwood, where friendly, professional instructors will welcome and introduce participants of all levels to the techniques required to hit the target with either weapon. Then get ready for exciting archery and axe throwing games with fellow participants, before a grand finale in both sports. Hit the apple perched precariously on Susie the mannequin's head with a bow, and then hit a very special target with the Tomahawk axe and find out just how much has been learned!"
Price: 120.00 |
| "Adult and Child Liverpool FC Tour and Legends Q and A" |
| "A chance to meet one of the club's legends at the legendary Anfield, home of Liverpool Football Club. A former player (John Aldridge, Ian Callaghan, Terry McDermott, Jan Molby, Phil Neal or Phil Thompson) will share their memories of the beautiful game. At the end of the talk there is a chance for questions, autographs and photos. Then pick up a multimedia guide and take the tour from main stand. It goes through the player's lounge and dressing rooms, everyone heads through the tunnel and has the chance to sit in Klopp's seat. The Steven Gerrard collection with the former captain's personal collection of shirts, medals, trophies and awards is a must see. Join in, Kop end, to a rendition of 'You'll Never Walk Alone', it's a fan's dream come true."
Price: 60.00 |
| "Japanese Champagne Afternoon Tea for Two at Kouzu, London" |
| "For an afternoon tea with a radical twist, head to the award-winning Kouzu for their exquisite Japanese Champagne Afternoon Tea. Sit down to a lavish spread including salmon and avocado rolls, tuna nigiri, foie-gras on toasted bread, chicken katsu and spinach quiche. The savoury section doesn't end there: leave room for a selection of homemade finger sandwiches. Then dig into mouth-watering desserts such as green tea mochi, mandarin cheesecake, chocolate financier, fruit tart and walnut chocolate cake. Choose from a wide range of teas or coffees, including Japanese Sencha Green and Exotic Chai of Madagascar, to complement your treats. Top it off with a glass of Champagne each. This is luxury afternoon tea fare, but not as you know it."
Price: 72.00 |
| "Discover Falconry, Oxfordshire" |
| "Visit Millets Falconry Centre, winner of The Living In Oxford Awards, for a fantastic one hour falconry experience. Get up close and personal with three - five different birds of prey and learn to handle and fly them. Be amazed by the incredible speed of the falcons as they swoop to catch the lure. Meet beautiful owls and impressive hawks. Get an insight into the world of falconry and learn about birds of prey. This is an exclusive experience, allowing guests to feel like VIPs rather than part of a group. Spend the rest of the day exploring the falconry centre, which homes 100+ animals and includes two restaurants. Perfect for animal enthusiasts and outdoor types, this is an experience that won't be forgotten in a hurry."
Price: 45.00 |
| "Afternoon Tea for Two at Crowne Plaza London, Battersea" |
| "Spend an afternoon indulging and relaxing at the chic Crowne Plaza London hotel located in Battersea. Sit back and take in the gorgeous views of the city and enjoy a classic afternoon tea in the chic surroundings of this Battersea hotel which is located south of the River Thames and close to upmarket Chelsea; the perfect antidote to a day exploring the city. Tuck into a spread of freshly prepared finger sandwiches, home baked scones with cream and jam, as well as a tantalising selection of homemade pastries and a big hot pot of freshly brewed tea."
Price: 30.00 |
| "Sparkling Afternoon Tea for Two at Crowne Plaza London, Battersea" |
| "What better way is there to spend an afternoon than indulging in a spot of afternoon tea. Head to the chic surroundings of the Crowne Plaza London located in Battersea, south of the River Thames and close to upmarket Chelsea. This afternoon tea is the perfect antidote to a day exploring the city, then sit back and take in the gorgeous views of the city from the comfort of the hotel. Tuck into a spread of finger sandwiches, home baked scones with cream and jam, as well as a tantalising selection of homemade pastries and a big hot pot of freshly brewed tea. Top off the afternoon with a glass of sparkling wine each. What a way to spend an afternoon!"
Price: 60.00 |
| "Discover Falconry for Two, Oxfordshire" |
| "Share this one hour falconry experience with a friend or special somebody for a day out with a difference. Discover the extraordinary speed and skill of a range of birds of prey, from beautiful owls to majestic hawks. Learn to handle and fly three - five different birds. The speed and deftness of the falcon is spectacular to watch, and something that won't be forgotten in a hurry. Spend the rest of the day at the falconry centre, discovering the 100+ other animals that live there. Guests can rest assured that they're in good hands: the centre is the winner of a well-deserved Living In Oxford Award and it also boasts a Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence."
Price: 80.00 |
| "Owl Encounter, Oxfordshire" |
| "Beautiful, unique and skilful, owls remain one of the most enigmatic species of bird in the UK. With this one hour Owl Encounter, get up close and personal with these beautiful creatures. This is a unique opportunity to handle and fly 3 - 5 different owls and learn all about their behaviour in the wild. Receive a guided tour of the aviaries and be introduced to the collection of owls kept there. All day entry to the falconry centre is included, so there's plenty of time to explore afterwards and discover the 100+ other animals who live there. Boasting a Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence and having won a Living In Oxford Award, the centre makes for a fascinating and fulfilling day out."
Price: 45.00 |
| "Liverpool FC Stadium Tour for Adults" |
| "Go behind the scenes at Liverpool Football Club and the new-look Anfield Stadium, a must-see attraction whether you are a lifelong LFC supporter or a visitor. The tour includes a multimedia handset which acts as a guide, where you can select content and take the tour at your own pace. Tour guides are on hand to answer any questions. Start at the main stand, pass through the player's lounge, the press rooms and the dressing rooms. Walk through the players' tunnel and sit in Klopp's seat. Finish in the glorious Kop and listen to the famous 'You'll Never Walk Alone'. Entrance to the Steven Gerrard collection is included. With the former captain's personal collection of shirts, medals, trophies and awards on display, it's a dream come true."
Price: 20.00 |
| "Owl Encounter for Two, Oxfordshire" |
| "Take a friend or loved one on a memorable Owl Encounter for two. This is an incredible opportunity to handle and fly 3 - 5 different owls while learning all about their behaviour in the wild. As well as spending a full hour getting up close and personal with these enigmatic creatures, take a guided tour of the aviaries to meet the collection of owls that live there. Afterwards, explore the falconry centre for as long as desired, discovering the 90 birds of prey and the other animals such as reptiles, meerkats and skunks that live there. The centre was a worthy winner at The Living In Oxford Awards and holds a Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence. Leave with a greater understanding of one of the UK's most intriguing bird species."
Price: 80.00 |
| "All Day Thai at Cookery School in London" |
| "Spend the day at this award-winning cooking school exploring Thai cuisine. Exciting and immensely popular, this is a cuisine that is a delight to make. Start the day with a welcome Thai snack, then put on an apron and get stuck into the class. Learn how to make hot and sour prawn soup, green chicken curry, sticky rice with mango and many more tasty dishes. Cookery School prides itself on making cooking accessible and simple by removing jargon and championing a return to home cooking skills. All ingredients are sustainably sourced, high quality and, where possible, organic. At the end of the class, sit down together with your fellow budding chefs to enjoy the feast."
Price: 195.00 |
| "All Manner of Pies at Cookery School in London" |
| "Get stuck into an exciting day of pie making at the award-winning Cookery School. Learn all about this most beloved of meals, including how to make a sweet butter pastry enriched with egg yolk. Discover the secrets of puff pastry and get the lowdown on making individual savoury pies with shortcrust pastry. During the course of the lesson, create delicious chicken and mushroom pie and beef and ale pie as well as tasty Cornish pastries. For the sweet course, learn how to bake the ideal apple pie. At the end of the class, sit down to eat the piping hot pies, complete with a pint of beer. Leave with a host of brand new recipes to practise at home. This is the class that the FT called the 'perfect pastry lesson'."
Price: 125.00 |
| "Liverpool FC Stadium Tour for Two Adults" |
| "Discover over 120 years of LFC history during this stadium tour, a must-see attraction. The tour includes a guiding multimedia handset, where you can each select content and take the tour at your own pace. Tour guides are on hand to answer any questions throughout the experience. Go from the main stand and pass through the player's lounge, press rooms and dressing rooms. Walk through the players' tunnel and even sit in Klopp's seat. Finish the tour in the glorious Kop and listen to thousands singing 'You'll Never Walk Alone'. Entrance to the newly opened Steven Gerrard collection is included and with the former captain's personal collection of shirts, medals, trophies and awards on display, it's a fan's dream come true."
Price: 40.00 |
| "Adult and Child Liverpool FC Stadium Tour" |
| "This stadium tour of Liverpool Football Club for an adult and child is the perfect chance to discover the club's 120 year history. The tour includes a multimedia handset, which acts as a guide, with flexibility to select content and take the tour in your own time. Tour guides are on hand to answer questions at all points. From the main stand, pass through the player's lounge, the press rooms, the dressing rooms, walk through the players' tunnel and sit in Jurgen Klopp's seat. Finish in the glorious Kop and listen to thousands singing the immortal 'You'll Never Walk Alone'. Entrance to the Steven Gerrard collection is included, which includes the former captain's collection of shirts, medals, trophies and awards, it's an LFC fan's dream come true."
Price: 32.00 |
| "Liverpool FC Stadium Tour and Legends Q and A for Adults" |
| "Visit Anfield Stadium and meet one of the club's legends. Choose from John Aldridge, Ian Callaghan, Terry McDermott, Jan Molby, Phil Neal or Phil Thompson and listen as the former player shares his memories of the game. At the end, you can ask questions, get autographs and photos. Afterwards, take a tour using the multimedia guide. Go from the main stand, through the player's lounge and dressing rooms, head through the players' tunnel and sit in manager Jurgen Klopp's seat. Join in with the thousands singing 'You'll Never Walk Alone' in the Kop to end. Entrance to the Steven Gerrard collection is also part of the deal. With the former captain's collection of shirts, medals, trophies and awards on display, it's every fan's dream come true."
Price: 40.00 |
| "Bread Making at Cookery School in London" |
| "An ancient and immensely satisfying skill, bread making is the perfect foundation for any budding baker. Discover a range of flavours from Shipton Mill and learn how to use both fresh and dried yeast. Receive tuition in making rustic white rolls, Italian focaccia, traditional challah bread and more. There's plenty of sweet stuff to discover to: learn how to bake mouth-watering cinnamon rolls and Chelsea buns. The aroma alone is to die for! All ingredients are high quality, sustainably sourced, and, where possible, organic. Leave the school with a bag of dough to bake at home as well as a pack of recipes. Find out just how easy it is to bake beautiful bread."
Price: 125.00 |
| "French Breakfast Pastries at Cookery School in London" |
| "Spend a morning learning how to make traditional French pastries, focusing on two classic dough recipes. Pick up tricks and techniques for creating buttery croissants, pain au chocolat, brioche and pain au raisin, all made with tasty organic butter. These methods can take years to truly master but are incredibly useful, as the doughs are very versatile. There's also tuition on creating Confectioner's custard: thick, creamy and delicious. All the ingredients provided are of high quality and are sustainably sourced. Where possible, they're also organic. At the end of the lesson, take home a pack of handy recipes and a wealth of new knowledge that will impress friends and family no end."
Price: 125.00 |
| "Afternoon Tea for Two at Number Twelve Restaurant" |
| "Indulge in one of the most celebrated British gourmet pastimes at The Ambassadors Hotel in Bloomsbury. This four-star central London hotel's Number Twelve Restaurant is elegant and hospitable, so get comfortable at a chic table with crisp tablecloth and get ready for first-class food and service in chic surroundings. Be welcomed and seated, before being served a steaming pot of fresh tea or coffee. Then it's time for the trademark tiered platter, bearing a selection of delicious finger sandwiches, freshly-baked scones with jam and cream and even delicate tartlets, as the restaurant's full menus are inspired by French fusion. The ideal way for two to relax and indulge in style during a day of shopping or exploring."
Price: 28.00 |
| "Gluten Free Baking at Cookery School in London" |
| "In response to huge demand, Cookery School have added a new Gluten Free class to their programme. Begin the experience with welcome nibbles (gluten free, of course) and get stuck into a thorough lesson that will cover several tried and tested recipes. Learn how to make sponge cake filled with lemon curd and cream; hazelnut and carrot cake with chocolate ganache topping; pineapple upside down cake and many other mouth-watering desserts. Flour is replaced by ground hazelnuts, coconut flour and other clever substitutes. At the end of the lesson, sit down to a baked feast with a glass or two of wine. Don't forget to bring along a container to take away leftover cake. Receive a pack of recipe cards too, making it easy to recreate each dish at home."
Price: 125.00 |
| "Gluten Free Cooking at Cookery School in London" |
| "Thanks to high demand from its students, Cookery School now offers a gluten free class. It teaches how to make delicious dishes without any gluten that don't compromise on flavour. The day begins with a hearty welcome breakfast. Then it's time to don an apron and learn how to create a host of tasty meals such as cheese souffle, mushroom ragout, pizza, fishcakes and more besides. There'll be plenty of time devoted to desserts too: discover how to make chestnut cake, upside down berry cupcake and chocolate sponge cake with whipped cream and sour cherries. At the end, enjoy all these along with matched organic wines. Cookery School is the only school of its kind in London to have been awarded the maximum three SRA stars for sustainability."
Price: 195.00 |
| "Creating Sauces at Cookery School in London" |
| "Master a difficult but incredibly rewarding area of cooking with Cookery School's Sauces class. Learn to create both savoury and sweet sauces to accompany myriad dishes. These include a versatile bechamel sauce, classic pesto, delicious sauce Bearnaise and sauce Hollandaise as well as a red wine reduction. Sweet sauces that will be covered include creme Anglais and rich chocolate sauce. The provided ingredients are all sustainably sourced, of high quality and, where possible, organic. At the end of the session, sit down with classmates to feast on the creations and chat about the class. Take home a pack of recipe cards to help with perfecting these sauces at home. Cookery School has been awarded the maximum three SRA stars for sustainability."
Price: 125.00 |
| "Slice and Dice - Knife Skills at Cookery School in London" |
| "Master the art of chopping, slicing, dicing and filleting with Cookery School's Slice and Dice - Knife Skills class. Using the professional Wusthof knife, try out all the tricks of the trade. Cook a range of dishes which require substantial knife work, such as minestrone with hand-chopped pesto; organic beef burger and grilled catch of the day. Learn to prepare caramelised orange and apple cake. By the end of the session, wield the knife like an expert, having nailed filleting, dicing, coring and slicing. The experience begins with a hearty Cookery School breakfast and ends with a feast, giving students the chance to sample their creations. The Wusthof knife is available to purchase on the day."
Price: 140.00 |
| "Stews and Casseroles at Cookery School in London" |
| "So many dishes are founded on the basic stew. Master this most versatile group of dishes with Cookery School's Stews and Casseroles class. Learn to create a classic Bolognese with ground beef; try your hand at a Moroccan lamb tagine and discover the secret to the perfect French beef Bourguignon. Many other dishes will be covered too, allowing plenty of learning and practice. To go with them, create perfect rice, Italian polenta and dumplings. All ingredients used at the school are high quality, sustainably sourced and, wherever possible, also organic. At the end of the day, take away a pack of recipes and extend the new-found knowledge to a whole range of stews and casseroles from around the world."
Price: 125.00 |
| "The Ultimate Afternoon Tea at Cookery School in London" |
| "There are many elements that go into a quintessentially British afternoon tea. The Cookery School's class covers them all, showing how to host a tea in style. Learn to make all sorts of delectable treats such as mini scotch eggs using quail's eggs and chicken mince. Discover how to bake the lightest of scones and make homemade jam to go with them, as well as savoury scones such as cheese and herb. Create mouth-watering Devonshire cream cake with Original Beans ganache as well as traditional lemon curd tartlets. Using sustainably-sourced and, where possible, organic ingredients, pick up a host of new skills to show off back home. Afterwards, sit down to enjoy the high tea with a glass of Chapel Down sparkling wine and Tregothnan Cornish teas."
Price: 125.00 |
| "Ultimate Fish and Shellfish at Cookery School in London" |
| "In this enlightening and highly enjoyable class, learn how to choose, prepare and cook fish. Cookery School stands at the forefront of sustainable fishing; their catches are always local and line-caught. On this intensive five and a half hour course, master skinning, filleting and boning as well as cooking methods from grilling through to poaching. Make a fish stew with lobster bisque base and calamari braised in red wine as well as tasty mussels Provencal and many other dishes. Discover how to create an excellent fish fumet and a range of sauces to complement your dishes. The day includes a breakfast of freshly baked goods and a final feast which is paired with wine, hot drinks and dessert. Take away a pack of recipe cards to use at home."
Price: 195.00 |
| "Ultimate Meat and Poultry at Cookery School in London" |
| "Learn the best techniques for selecting and cooking a vast range of meat and poultry on this intensive class. After a hearty breakfast, don an apron and be taught how to bone a chicken as well as a host of methods for creating the most flavoursome meaty dishes. Find out how to use a chicken four ways so that no part of the bird goes to waste. Recipes covered include grilled duck breasts with a fresh orange sauce; braised guinea fowl; roast beef and Yorkshire pudding; and Provencal lamb stew, as well as many other meals. When the cooking is finished, sit around the Cookery School table to savour the feast, which comes with specially paired wines followed by dessert with tea and coffee. All the meat used is high quality and organic."
Price: 195.00 |
| "Brewery Day at Brewhouse and Kitchen, Bournemouth" |
| "Beer lovers: become immersed in the world of hops, yeast and barley on this comprehensive course. Spend a full day learning all there is to know about the fascinating art of brewing beer. The day includes a Q and A session with the resident brewer, so bring a question and soak up some boozy wisdom. There's ample opportunity to sample the brewery's best produce, such as their session bitter Churchill's Fall or traditional IPA Lightning Bolt. Take a break to enjoy a hearty lunch. Get first-hand experience of brewing and take home the finished product in a five litre keg to enjoy at home. It's a chance to apply the new knowledge of brewing, as well as being the perfect memento."
Price: 90.00 |
