Even harder to keep amused? Well don’t worry, here are a few attractions for those teens who crave something a little more active and/or hair-raising!
Extreme Motion
Windsor
A range of exciting family adventures, perfect for a fun-packed day out. Jump an exhilarating 20 feet in the air and somersault with the safe confines of a bungee trampoline, climb inside a large plastic ‘Zorb’ ball and enjoy running, racing and bouncing around like a hamster. Or take on 18 holes in the brand new adventure golf course.
Extreme motion is located in Alexandra Gardens, right opposite the public moorings on the Windsor side of the river. Open daily from 10am – 6pm (bungee trampolining and zorbing only available on weekends and school holidays). £5 per person per activity (£5.50 ad / £4.50 ch for golf).
Thorpe Park
Chertsey
Experience a non-stop adrenaline rush at the nation’s thrill capital, Thorpe Park, with some of Europe’s most exhilarating rides, including the World’s only backward winged rollercoaster (The Swarm), the steepest free-fall drop in the World (The Saw), and the tallest log-flume in the UK. If it’s white-knuckle fun you crave - Thorpe Park won’t disappoint.
Moor at the Le Boat base in Chertsey. Exit out of the marina, turn right and walk 230 metres to the roundabout… the entrance is right there. Open 7 days a week throughout the summer from 10am until at least 5pm. Book online 2 days prior for the best entry prices, from £26 per person. Fast track passes available to help beat the queues.
High Ropes Oxford
Oxford
Swing through the trees like a monkey with this fantastic tree-top forest adventure. With over 40 obstacles including zip slides, Tarzan swings, wobbly bridges, balance beams, cargo nets, mid-air leaps and much more, this is a day of outdoor fun and adventure for the family with a head for heights. The highest obstacle is 13m above ground, the longest zip is 110 metres and the course will take you between 2-3hours. Finish the day with a 42ft drop simulating a parachute landing using the site’s amazing powerfan – included in the price.
Adult supervision, either from the ground or up in the trees, is required. Children must be over 10yrs old and taller than 140cm to participate. Children slightly outside these restrictions may be allowed to participate if supervised 1:1 by an adult in the tree – check first. £27.50 ad / £22.50 ch. Only cash is accepted it you turn up on the day, but advanced booking is recommended - visit highropesoxford.com or call 01865 822305. Moor in Clifton Hampden and walk (30-35 minutes) to Furze Brake. Or moor in Abingdon and take a bus to Culham train station – its then a 10-15 minute walk from here. Or a taxi will drop you right where you need to be.
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