Make Memories this Christmas by Gifting an Experience

Christmas Shopping can be hard! Trying to remember what you bought your friends and family last year, wondering what they need or would like, so why not ease the pressure, and gift an experience to share with them this Christmas.

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Active Experiences

Based on the incredibly popular TV Show Gloucester’s Ninja Warrior UK Adventure Park has all the action you could ever want, why not gift a session to friends, so they can test their Ninja skills, and see if they can beat the famous Warped Wall!


For those you know who don’t mind the chillier temps and being outdoors at this time of year, there is no better way to experience the Docks and Canals in Gloucester, than hopping aboard with Discover Paddling. You can book private group sessions with no age restrictions for kayaking, whilst paddleboarding sessions are for 16+.


If you think feet on dry land would be better received, then Gloucester Ski and Snowboard Centre, is home to the nation’s longest outdoor dry ski slope. The centre has a nursery slope for children and Big Air Bag for thrill seekers which allows you to master your jumps with no harsh landings. You can hire equipment as part of the session too. They even offer tubing and laser tag too!

For family members who don’t mind heights, we can highly recommend giving them a session or two at 270 Climbing. Set on the edge of the Cotswolds between Cheltenham and Gloucester, 270 Climbing Park is home to one of Europe’s tallest, newest and most exciting high ropes course and activity tower, suitable for all ages and levels of experience.

Time to find out who in the family is the best driver, JD Karting’s indoor go karting experience will thrill and delight all ages as you screech through turns and overtake each other. The centre also has axe throwing and Segway courses and Christmas Gift Vouchers are available.

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Cultural Experiences

We are so lucky to be a city that is steeped in fascinating history and heritage at every step, high on the roof tops, below ground, and every where in between. You don’t need to be a history buff to marvel at the wonderful architecture, the interesting facts, and the wonders of many centuries before. Here are some ways to share the wonders of the city as gifts this Christmas…

Tours of Gloucester Cathedral are a magical experience, and there are several to choose from, Tower Tours, Library Tours, Crypt Tours and Highlight Tours where you will learn about the fascinating world of the monks who used to live there, see how architecture has evolved over the last 1000 years and visit where Harry Potter was filmed.


Gloucester Civic Trust offer a range of bookable tours, showcasing so much of the city, depending on specific interests, personally, we can highly recommend them all. Why not purchase a tour for your friends this Christmas and explore the city below ground, learn about the docks, or Beatrix Potter tours, see their website for the full list.

A fantastic gift for adults and children alike, is an annual pass to the National Waterways Museum, located in the Docks. Your pass will take a 'Journey Through Britain' in the award winning Museum, which tells the 200 year story of inland waterways. With two quaysides of historic craft to investigate, interactive and hands-on displays for all the family, a specialist book/gift shop and seasonal boat trips all make for an excellent day out again and again.


The Soldiers of Gloucestershire Museum makes for an enjoyable visit for all. There is no substitute for seeing the items in their magnificent collections first hand. There is something for everyone, from researchers to young children, from detailed archives and research facilities to children’s quizzes that help to explore and explain the displays. Why not give a membership to the museum, so you can experience throughout the year, and visit their changing exhibitions?

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Food & Drink Experiences

Gloucester Brewery offer exclusive brewery tours and beer tasting, with a guided exploration through the 19th-century brewery, starting with a refreshing beer in the taproom where the guide unfolds the rich history of the brewery and the buildings that house it. After the tour, you can indulge in a guided tasting session featuring signature beers within the ambience of the onsite taproom.

Why not book your friends a Masterclass in Gin or Whisky at Brewhouse Kitchen, which is an amazing experience. You may think you know your Gin from your Gin, or which Malt you prefer, but you will be enlightened as to the flavours found within these delicious beverages! You can even round off your tasting with dinner from their sumptuous menu.

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Fun, Family & Friends Experiences
 

Gloucester Guildhall is home to the city’s live music and dance performances, along with housing a beautiful yet intimate cinema, café and bar. The Guildhall offers gigs, film, and family fun this festive period, and throughout the year. So why not treat a loved one to a Gift Voucher for the Guildhall, where they could enjoy the latest releases on the smallest big screen in the county, take part in an immersive experience or catch a world-class act on stage.

Try something different with an evening at Putt Putt Noodle, an exciting new concept in adventure golf, boasting eighteen holes across two courses, each themed with different aspects of Asian culture, from cherry blossoms to crouching tigers and hidden dragons. Golfers who work up an appetite can order from an extensive menu of sushi and noodle dishes, alongside craft beers and elaborate cocktails.

Virtual Reality is a fun, exciting and a very accessible experience for people of all ages and abilities. VRXPERIENCE aim to offer VR for everyone, from easy to get into soothing experiences and trying out the latest VR games, right through to thrilling fully immersive competitive VR racing, rollercoasters and working together in VR Escape Rooms! There is something for everyone!

Briery Hill Llama Farm is perfectly situated in 9 acres of stunning woodland, on a 32 acre site, with the scenic backdrop of the Malvern Hills. With a small lake on site, it really is a haven for wildlife, and the ideal place for your first Llama meet! You can book Llama Treks, Farm Experience Days, or even Llama Spa Pampering sessions, which you can round off with an Afternoon Tea!

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Memories last a lifetime, we hope you and yours enjoy time together this Christmas…