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Mulberry Divers Crossbush Farm
TJ Board Hire
The Real Flying Company
Let’ s go outside...
Sussex has enough outside space for everyone to enjoy a bit of its life-affirming fresh air. But what to do? For some, just being outside is treat enough, but for others it’ s all about what you do when you’ re out there. So, where can you go this summer in Sussex for a great day out in the open air, and what exciting activities can you undertake?
Mulberry Divers www. mulberrydivers. co. uk
If you have ever wanted to learn to SCUBA dive, visit Mulberry Divers in Selsey. Offering a variety of world-recognised courses, such as the SSI( Scuba Schools International) Open Water Course, you can understand the fundamentals of diving, learn about the equipment required, and get a taster for underwater life. If you are already a qualified diver then you can top up your skills with speciality courses including underwater photography and navigation.
TJ Board Hire www. tjboardhire. co. uk
The object behind every lesson at TJ Board Hire in West Sussex is to get people out on the water and show them how to enjoy it. Paddle boarding here includes a two-hour introduction to ensure that you can meet all the safety requirements, and to explain how to use the board – after this, you can roam free out on the water, setting‘ sail’ from Bognor Regis seafront. Stand up paddle boarding( SUP) is a fantastic workout for your core, and it’ s fun too – what more could you ask for?
Crossbush Farm www. crossbushfarm. co. uk
Crossbush Farm, near Arundel, is a wonderful day trip for young and old. There is a fully stocked, fresh and lovely family-run farm shop on site, as well as a butchery offering up the most delicious meat, all from the farm itself. Apart from the fantastic produce available, there is a mini farm where visitors can feed the animals and immerse themselves in farm life – at least for a while. With a café serving home-cooked food, and activities throughout the year including den building, foraging and crafts, Crossbush Farm should definitely be on your‘ to-see’ list this summer.
The Real Flying Company www. realflyingcompany. com
The Real Flying Company, based at Shoreham Airport, offers trial flying lessons in both their modern and vintage aircraft. Each plane is equipped with full dual controls, allowing you to actually fly the machine through the clouds and enjoy spectacular views over Sussex and beyond. You will, of course, have an experienced pilot with you at all times, so you can enjoy the chance to get behind the controls of one of these awesome aircraft and soar like never before! You don’ t need to have any flying experience, and you can choose between one or two passenger( plus pilot) flights.
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