Children's Activities - 8 to 14 at Longleat Forest Children's Activities - 8 to 14 at Longleat Forest Children's Activities - 8 to 14 at Longleat Forest
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Children's Activities - 8 to 14

Activ 8 6-12yrs

Children can burn off some excess energy on this brand new morning activity session. We have included some exciting new activities which take place outside and indoors

Aerial Adventure

You are connected to the Expo Glider safety harness system while you tackle our Aerial Adventure course, experiencing the many individual challenges from the Postman's Walk, Burma Bridge and Indiana Bridge to make your way to the 13 metre Vertical drop finale, where you will make a quick and controlled descent to the ground.

Archery - Floodlit 10yrs+

A Target Archery session with added atmosphere. Practising your aim and shooting skills in the evening on floodlit ground makes the experience even more memorable.

Archery - Flu Flu Golf

An innovative and entertaining combination of Archery and Golf. There's a course of hoops, through which you fire a specially designed arrow called a Flu Flu. As they follow our course through the woods, mini archers will need a keen eye and a steady hand to fire their Flu Flu arrows through the hoops.

Archery - Junior 7-10yrs

We'll get young archers practicing their aim, firing at targets - and having loads of fun! With expert guidance and plenty of encouragement from our experienced team, children can learn basic archery techniques in a safe environment.

Archery - Little Indians 6-9yrs

Our younger guests can imagine themselves as red Indians in the Wild West as they learn how to use a bow and arrow to shoot at targets.

Archery - Target Archery 10yrs+

Go for gold! At our purpose-built Archery Centre, you'll stand in covered bays and fire at targets, trying to hit the gold centre. Your score will depend on where you hit the target.

Art Class 14yrs+

You will learn sketching techniques from an experienced artist. In this enjoyable art class you'll use watercolour pencils to draw, add shape and perspective, and create shade and tone.

Art Workshop 5-10yrs

A fun creative art session to inspire children to get really imaginative. There's a whole range of crafts to try including glass painting and tea towel decorating.

Badminton Tournament 8-14yrs

For those with a competitive streak, it's tournament time. Eye up the opposition, sharpen your skills and play to win.

Candle Creationz

The enchanting qualities of candles have delighted people for centuries. In this entertaining session, children between 8 and 14 get the opportunity to create one of their very own.

Climbing Skills

Our well-thought out climbing wall has been cleverly designed with routes for beginners that will familiarise them with climbing techniques and skills and more demanding options to challenge experienced climbers.

CSI (Crime Scene Investigator)

You can be a crime scene investigator here at Center Parcs. Come and help us solve the mysterious case of Who Killed Lord Davenport? Take fingerprints, forensic casting to solve who committed the crime. Led by experienced Crime Scene Investigation professionals, you'll even get a real CSI kit to take home.

Exboard 8-14yrs

Exboard is the next generation in street board design. It is a unique street surfing device that has caught on with skateboarders, snowboarders and surfers alike.

Falconry 12yrs+

Seeing the majestic birds of prey fly from your gloved hand and return with effortless grace is a breathtaking experience you won't forget in a hurry.

Family Fun Cheerleading

Thanks to the phenomenal success of a certain Disney film, cheerleading is all the rage in schools up and down the country. What some people don't realise is that - apart from being great fun - cheerleading is also a fantastic way of keeping fit.

Fencing

If you fancy yourself as a swashbuckling hero or heroine, this lively introduction to the dramatic sport of fencing is for you. You'll soon be practising the basic moves, such as the 'En Garde' position, the lunge and the parry.

Fencing - Junior Foil 8-12yrs

If you fancy yourself as a swashbuckling hero or heroine, this lively introduction to the dramatic sport of fencing is for you. You'll soon be practising the basic moves, such as the 'En Garde' position, the lunge and the parry.

Five A Side 10-14yrs

They shoot, they score! Keen football players of all abilities are invited to join in our lively 5-a-side tournament. We'll organise everyone into teams and play short matches in a mini-league, fit for the premiership.

Five A Side 6-9yrs

They shoot, they score! Keen football players of all abilities are invited to join in our lively 5-a-side tournament. We'll organise everyone into teams and play short matches in a mini-league, fit for the premiership.

Flying Saucers - Pottery Painting

Choose a piece of pottery from a huge selection, paint it with your own design then we will professionally glaze and fire it (generally overnight) for you to take away, usually the following day.

Gladiator Challenge

Have you got the nerve to take on our challenging course of poles, nets and tyres and find out just how much stamina you've got! Our qualified instructors will be there to guide you every step of the way.

High Ropes

Guided by an instructor, you will climb poles to the different levels then balance your way along beams and ropes. But remember, it gets harder the higher you go!

Horse and Carriage Ride

See Longleat as medieval nobility would have. This exhilarating carriage ride, led by a team of professional drivers and magnificent horses, whisks you off on a tour of the surrounding woodland.

Horse Riding - The City Slicker

We saddle up with Western style tack on this beginner's walk, using a larger, deeper saddle, longer stirrups and longer reins for a more laidback experience.

Horse Riding - The Trail Ride

Being in control of a majestic, powerful horse is a real thrill, especially when you can ride it through beautiful woodland. Guests must be experienced in rising trot - this is not for beginners.

Horse Riding - White Horse Lesson

With attention from a qualified instructor, you can practice your horsemanship and learn new skills. We can accommodateriders of all levels and the lesson will take place in an outdoor teaching facility.

Horse Riding - White Horse Stables

Delightful introductory walk-rides through the surrounding Wiltshire countryside.

Horse Riding - Woodland Walk

A wonderful introduction to the exhilarating sport of horse riding. Accompanied by experienced, qualified instructors offering tips and advice, you can enjoy the feeling of being in control of a powerful animal.

Horse Riding -Wrangler

Come for a ride through the beautiful woods of Longleat on the Wrangler (Western) advanced ride. Riders need to be 12 and over, be riding regularly and be able to control a horse in open country at walk, trot and canter.

Indoor Climbing Wall

Our 6 metre (20ft) indoor climbing wall has been designed with routes for beginners as well as more challenging routes for experienced climbers. Trained instructors will be on hand to harness and guide you.

Jewellery Making

Calling all budding jewellery designers. Choose from a beautiful selection of beads in a mix of colours, shapes and sizes, then create either a stunning necklace or bracelet that's unique to you. And to complete the look you can create a matching pair of pierced earrings.

Jewellery Making 6-14yrs

Calling all budding jewellery designers. Choose from a beautiful selection of beads in a mix of colours, shapes and sizes, then create either a stunning necklace or bracelet that's unique to you. And to complete the look you can create a matching pair of pierced earrings.

Laser Clay Shoot Out

Take aim with our state-of-the-art, laser-adapted rifle and see how many clays you can hit as they speed through the air, travelling at up to 65 mph.

Laser Combat 6yrs+

A family paintball adventure without the paint! Armed with state-of-the-art laser guns you and your team sneak through the forest, manoeuvring around barricades to beat your rivals and solve the Ranger Mission.

Little & Large Soccer Tournament

A light-hearted competition for players of all ages. The emphasis is on fun, not winning, for maximum enjoyment.

Little & Large Cricket

Play cricket together whether you're a lad, a dad or neither! Each team will play 2 innings, so there is plenty of time for excitement to build. Our friendly instructors are on hand to introduce newcomers to the basic rules of the sport.

Low Ropes Challenge

Drum up some real team spirit by taking on the Low Ropes Challenge. Your team will have to beat the challenge that may include the formidable Spider's Web and Chasm Crossing. Our qualified instructors will be there to guide you every step of the way.

Mini Motivators 5-10yrs

Moving, jumping, bending, stretching: our entertaining exercise class to music gives a great workout, helping to keep kids supple and strong.

Quad Bike Trek Experience

Venture into the heart of Longleat forest on this invigorating ride. After a safety induction you will get used to your Quad on a warm up session on a small circuit. Once the warm up is over is then time to go on a trek, along a purpose built track through the heart of the forest.

Roller Skating

You don't have to be young to whiz around the roller rink - but it definitely helps to be young at heart. Once you've got your balance, there'll be no stopping you and you'll be racing round like a pro.

Rollermotion

Rollers with rhythm! Adults and children welcome to come and whizz round the roller rink to the latest chart tunes.

Scuba Diving: Try Scuba

If the idea of entering an underwater world intrigues you, our fun Try Scuba session is the perfect place to start. Under the expert guidance of our PADI instructors, you'll get a taste of all the basic diving skills - including correct breathing.

Scuba Diving: Deeper into Diving

A more in-depth and intensive session focusing on how to look after yourself underwater, including regulatory recovery, partial mask flooding and alternative air source in and 'out of air' situation. Please note: You can only book this session if, you have booked to do, or previously completed our 'Try Scuba' course.

Silk Painting

Express your artistic side! Take inspiration from a range of flower and animal designs and create your own beautiful silk painting or wall hanging. Your tutor will teach you techniques and help get your creative juices flowing.

Snorkelling: Learn Snorkelling

Our experienced tutors can teach you all the techniques you need to explore sea life on your next trip abroad.

Soccer School 10-14yrs

Dribbling, kicking, passing, marking, tackling, heading and, hopefully, scoring! The many techniques of the beautiful game are taught by our FA coach in our Soccer school courses. Each session combines an hour of intensive training, followed by a 30 minute game.

Super Scented Suds 8-14yrs

Pamper yourself or treat your Mum with a beautiful bath-time present by creating your own fabulously fragrant soap, scented bubble bath or fantastic fizzy bath bomb.

Toy Tastic

A fun craft session where children can make their own toys to play with and treasure forever. What a great reminder of their stay at Center Parcs.

Vertical Drop

By leaping from the high platform you'll experience that unparalleled feeling of freefall.

Zip Wire

Our qualified instructors will connect you to the Zip Wire as you get ready to travel down the wire. There's no feeling quite like it.