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

Wednesday, February 4th, 2015

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

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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

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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

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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

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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.

Zorbing

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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

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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?

Don’t panic, there’s still time to get those last minute gifts!

Wednesday, December 24th, 2014

A visit to your local supermarket will tell you that the last minute Christmas panic has definitely set in and if there’s somebody you’ve forgotten to buy for the thought of having to brave the high street two days before the big day is enough to push your festive spirit to the limit. Thankfully we may just have the perfect solution!

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Our instant eVouchers are sent straight to your email inbox, which means there’s no need to wait around for the postman and no need to fight your way down the high street. Once you’ve received the email with your voucher attached you’re free to get creative and put your own unique stamp on things. So no matter how late you leave things there’s always time to get the perfect last minute gift, and nobody will be any the wiser.

Get your eVouchers from Red Rush Vouchers today!

Ten Tips for Tricky Target Sports

Thursday, December 18th, 2014

Here’s 10 handy tips that will help you destroy those clays, take out the gold and nail the target in four of the trickiest target sports around.

ARCHERY

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A good stance is key to success in archery. Your stance should be relaxed with your feet parallel to the target and slightly apart.

Draw the bow back in a smooth motion, keeping your bow arm level with the target and you other elbow up, then draw the bow string back to the side of your face and take aim.

It’s easy to focus all your attention on where your aiming and forget everything else you’ve learnt in archery. Begin the aiming process by looking down the shaft of the arrow, placing the point of the arrow on your desired target, then pause, re-focus and fire!


AXE THROWING

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Axe throwing is not just a test of strength, hitting the target comes down to two things; timing and accuracy, which are skills anybody can master.

Don’t grip the axe too tightly, if your grip is too firm you’ll find it harder to release the axe which has a knock on effect on both timing and accuracy.

CLAY PIGEON SHOOTING

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One way to stay ahead of the next clay is memorise the pattern they were launched in, this way you’ll know exactly where the next clay is coming from, and all you have to focus on blowing it to pieces!

Don’t hesitate, the majority of missed clays are caused by hesitation. Trust your instinct and when you have the clay in your sights pull the trigger.

The best way to improve your clay pigeon shooting skills is by practicing as much as possible. Even practicing with an unloaded gun will improve your technique as it helps to build muscle memory.

AIR RIFLE RANGES

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Gun fit is crucial for accuracy. To test, place the butt into the crook of your elbow. If it is a good fit, your trigger finger should fall perfectly on the blade.

Note where your first shot hits the target, then adjust your aim accordingly. If you note where each shot lands your accuracy will improve as the session progresses.

What’s the difference between a skydive and a parachute jump?

Wednesday, November 26th, 2014

Throwing yourself out of a plane might not be everybody’s idea of fun but for real adrenalin junkies nothing comes close to the rush of taking to the skies and making a daring descent back to the safety of solid ground. If you are brave enough to head for the heavens you have a tricky decision to make between a skydive or a parachute jump, so to help make the decision a little easier here’s a quick look at some of the main differences between the two.

SKYDIVING

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  • Skydives usually take place from around 14,000 feet.
  • Most skydives are done with an instructor and are known as tandem skydives.
  • Skydivers experience an exhilarating 65 second free-fall.
  • The parachute is deployed by the instructor.
  • It’s the instructors job to control the descent and landing.
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    PARACHUTE JUMPING

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  • Parachute jumps usually take place from around 3,000 feet.
  • All parachute jumps are done without an instructor.
  • If you choose a parachute jump you won’t experience any free-fall.
  • The parachute deploys automatically as soon as you leave the plane.
  • It’s the jumpers job to control their descent and land safely.
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    Whichever airborne activity you opt for you’re in for the experience of a life time and if you’re still not sure which of the two you should pick why not find out how brave you really are by starting out with a slightly less daunting parachute jump. Once you’ve experienced the intense excitement of a parachute jump you’ll be ready to take things up a notch and head for the heavens to take on an exhilarating skydive.

    Driving experiences: 10 seriously fast supercars you could be driving

    Tuesday, November 11th, 2014

    Winning the lottery isn’t the only way to get your hands on the wheel of a ludicrously fast luxury car. Our range of heart racing driving experiences give you the chance to channel your inner James Bond and put the car of your dreams through its paces. The only hard part is choosing from the huge range of high-spec supercars on offer. So here’s a look at ten of the most fast and furious supercars available at our sites across the country.

    Lamborghini Gallardo

    Estimated top speed: 202 mph
    0-60: 3.4 seconds
    Price: £125,000

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    There’s nothing subtle about a Lamborghini, these beasts are loud and proud. If the roar of the engine doesn’t turn heads, their distinctive paintwork will. The Gallardo is even used by the Italian police force to keep criminals off the streets of Rome.

    Porsche 911 GT3

    Estimated top speed: 196 mph
    0-60: 3.5 seconds
    Price: £100,540.00

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    Porsche is the largest race car manufacturer in the world, and all the speed and style of their thorough bred racers can be found in the 911 GT3.

    Ferrari F430

    Estimated top speed: 202 mph
    0-60: 3.6 seconds
    Fact: £119,500

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    An icon of the motoring world, Ferraris are fast, furious and full of flair. It’s impossible not to love blasting round the track in this Italian, motoring masterpiece.

    Aston Martin DB9

    Estimated top speed: 183 mph
    0-60: 4.6 seconds
    Price: £135,527

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    Like Bond, the Aston Martin oozes class, and it’s easy to see why the world’s most famous spy has a soft spot for Astons. The DB9 has featured in two of the last three 007 movies and is the ultimate combination of speed and style.

    Subaru WRX STI

    Estimated top speed: 155 mph
    0-60: 4.5 seconds
    Price: £28,995

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    Subaru is rich in rallying history and the WRX STI is just as fast on the track as it is off it. This is definitely one for the boy racers out there, no matter how old they are!


    Audi R8

    Estimated top speed: 185 mph
    0-60: 4.8 seconds
    Price: £93,735

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    Adding brains and brawn to the supercar scene the R8 smashes the German stereotype in style, the V8 engine is guaranteed to have petrol heads purring.

    Formula Ford 2000

    Estimated top speed: 130 mph
    0-60: 4.8 seconds

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    Single seater Formula Ford racing cars are as close as you can get to getting behind the wheel of an F1 car. So if you fancy yourself as the next Lewis Hamilton why not find out how good you really are!

    Nissan GTR

    Estimated top Speed: 195 mph
    0-60: 2.9 seconds
    Price: £76,610

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    You might recognise the GTR from the Fast and Furious films but there are no Hollywood effects behind these seriously souped up street racers.

    Lotus Elise

    Estimated top speed: 150 mph
    0-60: 4.3 seconds
    Price: £35,000

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    What the Elsie lacks in size it more than makes up for in speed. The small but mighty roadsters can compete with the best in terms of acceleration and when it comes to fun, nothing comes close!

    Jaguar E-Type

    Estimated top speed: 153 mph
    0-60: 6.7 seconds
    Price: £120,000

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    You don’t have to be a classic car enthusiast to appreciate the E-Type, it was was recently voted the most beautiful sports car ever! and it’s no slouch either, which isn’t something you could say about most 53-year-olds.

    Book your driving experience with Red Rush Vouchers today!

    Christmas eVouchers – Instant Gifts!

    Friday, October 7th, 2011

    12 gift e-voucher ideas to get your family’s heart beating faster this Christmas. And, the only smelly stuff is mud, sweat and burning rubber. Of course, if your other half really wants a pair of socks and a jumper with a reindeer on, they can always buy it in the sales – it’ll be cheaper and they can’t blame you!

    1. Tank you, darling. Forget the tank tops your granny used to buy you, how about getting on top of a tank and driving it? It’s the ideal gift for the true love who doesn’t like things getting in his or her way. And they’ll love it so much they may just turn their fire on you. Click here.

    2. Drive them love wild. If your partner has shown an unhealthy interest in the BBC’s Top Gear this year, treat them to a spin in one of these fabulously priced cars. An Aston Martin DB9 or a Ferrari Spider with a new V8-engine may not normally be on your partner’s Christmas list. But a day’s spin at a racing circuit could set them all a-flutter. Click Here

    3. An ab-zorbing idea. Recreate that ‘head over heels in love’ feeling. Book a day’s zorbing for two. You get to roll around together in a large plastic bubble. For even more laughs try wet zorbing. You won’t be able to keep your hands off each other as you tumble across the water. But do make it clear this gift is for your partner – not you. Click Here.

    4. Big-shot clays. Clay pigeon shooting is a winter-warming pursuit – and an activity that is increasingly enjoyed by couples. So there’s another excuse to buy yourself a present. Click here.

    5. Bulls-eye with archery. If your partner is one of the 44,000 adults in the UK that would like to try their hand (or arm) at archery, you could just have fired Cupid’s arrow. Click here.

    6. Paint it red. Paintballing is an old favourite. And let’s be honest, probably more for the guys than the girls this Christmas. But if your partner is expecting the same old socks and roll-neck jumper, it might just fire them into action. Click here.

    7. Kart them off. Karting is a pulse-racing activity for couples, family and friends. So this could be your gift to the whole family. Click here.

    8. Rope me in. High ropes are an increasingly popular activity with professional people as they, nervously, try conquering their fear of heights in the tree canopy. Does that sound like your partner? Click here

    9. Monster present. Monster truck driving is one to talk about all year. And while you’re at it, you could get them a tattoo. Click here.

    10. On cloud nine. Drift through the clouds with a tandem skydiving experience. It’s one of those 50 things to do before you die. Of course, it does marginally increase your chances of not reaching the end of the list. But hey, you only live once. Click here and select Tandem Sky Diving

    11. Ride into the muddy sunset. Winter is a great time to start quad biking, so if your partner is new to it, this may be the time to dunk them in the mud. Click here.

    12. Up, up and away. If your partner is a poetic, reflective sort, they may prefer a good old-fashioned balloon flight and together you can gaze out on the world. Of course, you will have to wait for a fine day to do it but it’s rarely disappointing. Click here

    13. Let them choose. No, we are not cheating: there are only 12 activities on the list but there’s one more option. Let your partner pick the activity by getting them activity vouchers. It could be lucky 13. Click here.

    Anniversary Gift Ideas

    Monday, October 26th, 2009

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    Make sure you stay out of the doghouse this Anniversary by giving your loved one an unforgettable day with any one of our smashing Red Rush Vouchers Experiences! Whether it’s your Ruby, Sapphire or Emerald Anniversary, you will find the perfect adrenaline soaked and exhilarating pursuit which will that this year’s anniversary is one that is never forgotten! With so many out of this world experiences to pick from at strictly the very best venues in the country, you really will be spoilt for choice when picking the perfect gift for your loved one, so, if you think that an invigorating Skydive fits the bill or a smashing Formula 1 would make their day then look no further than Red Rush Vouchers

    Wedding Gift Ideas

    Monday, October 26th, 2009

    If you want your gift to be the one that stands out on your friends’ wedding day then look no further than Red Rush Vouchers as we offer a truly stunning range of adrenaline soaked activities that will have the Bride and Groom smiling from ear to ear! If you want to usher them into matrimony with an out of this world experience then it has to be a Tandem Skydiving Voucher or if you want to give them an adventure that will see their marriage start with a bang then give them an unforgettable day of Clay Pigeon Shooting! We are delighted to offer an unparalleled list of activities at the most impressive venues spanning the UK, so, the happy couple will be in for a top class start to married life!

    Valentines Gift Ideas

    Monday, October 26th, 2009

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    If finding that perfect Valentines gift is proving particularly troublesome this year then, fear not, because Red Rush Vouchers is here to help! Show that loved one just how thoughtful you are by inviting them to jump out of a plane or fly round a race track at some unbelievable speeds! We are delighted to offer an absolutely spectacular list of activities at the best venues in the nation, so, you’re sure to find the perfect gift that will make this Valentines Day one to remember!

    Fathers Day Gift Ideas

    Monday, October 26th, 2009

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    For a dose of excitement and all out adrenaline this Father’s Day look no further than Red Rush Vouchers with our out of this world list of Gift Vouchers that will truly make it a day to remember! Show your Dad how much you care with an unbelievably exhilarating time behind the wheel of a Ferrari or get his trigger finger working overtime with an invigorating Clay Pigeon Shooting Experience! We provide access to the very best venues the length and breadth of the UK and the list of activities that we have to offer truly is second to none!