Bath Paddleboard Centre, Saltford, Bristol
Paddleboard hire, Taster Sessions and lessons on the River Avon at Saltford with the backdrop of the glorious Somerset countryside. Book on a one-to-one basis or in groups of up to 10. Great for hen and stag parties, for corporate team building and for family fun.
T: 07522 131717
Original Wild, Bath
Kayaking and paddleboarding on the River Avon down through the centre of Bath – a fantastic way to see the sights, especially when everything’s all lit up on the evening tours. They also offer raft building and giant SUP, enormous fun all round.
T: 01225 582181
Escape to the River Boat Trips, Saltford, Bristol
Sit back and fall in love with the tranquility of the River Avon on a skippered boat trip; drift along watching swans glide and ducks dabble. Trips are 2 hours, 3 hours of whole day or you can opt for a hands on experience handling the locks enroute.
T: 07905 802590
Bath Racecourse, Lansdown, Bath
Get your glad rags on and have a flutter at one of the exciting race days held here. Cheer on the nags then go and have lunch in the Royal Crescent Restaurant with views over the racecourse, or make an event of and book a private box.
T: 01225 424609
Bath Shooting Ground, Bath
Test your target skills with clay pigeon or archery in the Somerset countryside. Great fun for all ages from 8 years+, so good for families, hen and stag parties and corporate groups. Expert tuition, all the gear provided, café on site.
T: 07943 108365
Bath Escape Room, Bath
Put your heads together for an intriguing Escape Room challenge or Detective Tour in the centre of Bath. Solve riddles and puzzles to find your way out of the locked room in just 60 minutes, spend a few hours super sleuthing. Good fun, great for groups.
T: 07456 932423
Paddywax Candle Bar, Bath
Make your own candles at a relaxed workshop in the centre of Bath, a nice thing to do for families, birthdays, hen parties or corporate groups. Choose a vessel to shape your candle, add your selected fragrance and start pouring. Candles can be collected or shipped when set.
T: 01225 984826
Coombs Clay Pigeon Shooting, Norton St Philip, Bath
Clay pigeon shooting in the countryside just outside of Bath. Beginners should try the Experience Day, stag and hen groups can book a bespoke afternoon; don fancy dress, take a picnic and make some amazing memories.
T: 0333 444569
Treasure Hunt Bath, Bath
Follow treasure maps around the city, spotting the clues as you take in all the top sights. This is a different way to explore Bath and it’s all done at your own pace so you can stop for eats whenever you like. Pirate garb optional.
T: 01225 580129
Savouring Bath, Bath
Award winning food and drink tours of Bath where you get to discover the very best handcrafted and artisan fare the city has to offer. There are several tours to choose from including a Cheese Tour, Local Flavours and a Gin Tasting Masterclass.
T: 01225 425843
Strictly Jane Austen, Bath
Take a trip back to Regency England with an immersive tour that steps into the world of Jane Austen. Take in key sites from the two novels that were set in the city – Persuasion and Northanger Abbey. Dress up in period costume, learn the dances, have an authentic afternoon tea.
T: 0800 298 0588
City Sightseeing Bus Tour, Bath
This is hop-on-hop off tour of Bath using the city’s famous red buses, possibly the best way to see all the main sites in a relatively short space of time. Choose from the City Route or the Skyline Route which takes in the beautiful countryside around Bath.
T: 01225 444102
Lucknam Park Equestrian Centre, Colerne, Chippenham
Group riding on the edge of the Cotswolds – you can just imagine! They offer group riding sessions for all abilities, with the opportunity to practice your jumping and dressage skills in the all weather arena. A good activity for hen groups and families.
T: 01225 742777
Quoins Vineyard, Little Ashley, Bradford on Avon
A family run organic vineyard set in the most beautiful countryside not far from Bath. Small and traditional, they produce 3,000 bottles of single variety wine each year, so good it’s won awards. Book a tour and you’ll get to try some.
T: 07835 265082
Barbara Mclellan Boat Trip, Bradford on Avon
Narrowboat trips on the tranquil waters of the Kennet & Avon canal, leaving from the wharf at Bradford on Avon. Refreshments and loos on board; you can even charter the boat for private cruises – a lovely idea for celebrations and corporate hospitality.
T: 01380 721279
West Country Games, Flax Bourton, Bristol
Ooo-arrr, ooo-arrr! Outdoor activities for stag and hen groups and for corporate team building. What will it be – Welly Wanging, Mangold Dangling, Pitchfork Duelling, the Cider Run or Drunk Pub Skittles? Bonkers in the best possible way, especially in fancy dress!
T:0117 3700 640
Wadswick Shooting Simulator, Wadswick, Corsham
The world's leading shooting, coaching and training simulator for sports and hunting offers a very realistic experience, so it’s a good option for stag parties, hen parties and corporate groups. Shoot at clays or make it fun with tin cans and balloons.
T: 01225 810700
Airhop Bristol, Patchway, Bristol
A mega trampolining centre with over 140+ interconnected trampolines and fun-filled challenges like an Obstacle Course, Dodge Ball, Wipeout Zone and Battle Beams. They do open sessions for age 4+, or book in advance for groups of 10+. Café on site.
T: 0330 223 3333
Mojo Active, Almondsbury, Bristol
Brilliant activities for groups, with a choice of 4x4 driving, Zorb football, assault courses, archery, axe throwing, den building, and a high ropes course. They can even provide transport for stag and hen groups.
T: 01454 660075
The Wave, Easter Compton, Bristol
The UK’s only inland surfing destination for beginners and pros alike, on a 180m long lake. Go for non-guided surfing or book a lesson, hit the lake and wait for the waves – 1000+ per hour! Wetsuits and boards supplied, café on site.
T: 0333 016 4133
