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OUTDOOR THRILLS
Fun fact! The biggest swing in Europe can be found right on your doorstep and I bet you didn’ t even realise. Greenhithe’ s Bluewater Shopping Centre is home to this mammoth swing as part of its much-loved Hangloose Adventure( hanglooseadventure. com) offerings. Known for its stomach-flipping drop, but also its beautiful views of the striking chalk cliffs and glistening lake, the swing towers to the height of a 22-storey building, hoisting its participants up 50 metres as they await a thrilling free fall.
Bluewater also boasts Skywire, the country’ s longest zipline suspended over the iconic former quarry( which is over 720 metres long and reaches immensely high speeds) alongside an outdoor skydiving machine, inflatable water park and high ropes course.
Go Ape at Bedgebury is one for those who love heights and physical adventure( goape. co. uk / locations / bedgebury). Climbing from tree top to tree top while only being clipped on by a harness is exciting, but the course is also inclusive of younger children with an array of smaller courses and safety features so brave little ones can participate too. Take on high-rope courses of varying levels, soar through the woodlands on a 170-metre zipline or head out on two wheels for some forest biking.
WHITEMILLS
Who doesn’ t like a bit of spring fun in the water? Whitemills( whitemillswake. co. uk) in Sandwich is known for its giant inflatable aqua park where groups and families can jump, climb, slide and splash their way around a balancechallenging obstacle course. Suitable for all skill levels, Whitemills’ supportive clubs, sessions and coaching also promise endless exploration for both budding and seasoned wakeboarders.
St Andrews Lakes( standrewslakes. co. uk) in Rochester is also home to an amazing aqua park- which is doubling in size this month!- as well as kayaking, pedalos and a revitalising wellness centre for those who seek water adventures a little on the calmer side. Over in Lydd, Action Watersports( actionwatersports. co. uk) features a vast array of activities, from flyboarding and water skiing to openwater swimming.
ST ANDREWS LAKES
For the petrol heads out there, a driving experience at Brands Hatch Motor Racing Circuit( brandshatch. co. uk) is certain to thrill. Don’ t miss the unique opportunity to take a Grand Prix-style single-seater racecar for a spin around the iconic track, or experience the rush of a high-speed SuperRide as a passenger beside a professional racing driver. Promising just as much of a rush, how about flying? At Headcorn Aerodrome( headcornaerodrome. co. uk) take to the skies on a legendary spitfire or vintage plane, or experience the ultimate adrenaline rush with aerobatic wingwalking. If you’ re feeling particularly daring, an exhilarating tandem skydive from 12,000 feet also awaits at the renowned aerodrome, promising the adventure of a lifetime as you soar, glide and steer your way back to solid ground with an expert instructor.
If you’ re interested in trying something new, head to Nuts4Climbing( rockclimbingstore. co. uk) in Tunbridge Wells, where you can scale dizzy heights on a high-quality outdoor climbing course expertly tailored to your skill level and ability. Learn to climb with confidence with a knowledgeable coach in a safe yet endlessly fun environment built with discovery and all ages in mind.
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