“relax,explore

and more”

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“900 acres of activities”

There’s lots to do at Crieff Hydro. In fact, there are over 60onsite activities to make your stay as energetic or relaxing asyou like.

The first three sections in this guide will give you thelowdown on some of our most popular activities. At the back,you’ll find a handy ‘at-a-glance’ chart showing the full range onoffer, along with locations and prices.

The extension numbers shown work from the hotel’s internalphones. If you’re calling from outside the hotel, dial 01764 65followed by the extension number. Our resort activity bookingdesk is in the Ballroom.

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AIR RIFLE RANGEReady, aim, fire! With three simple words your adrenalin will soar at ourAir Rifle range. Sessions last an hour, and we’ll provide everything youneed. Well, everything but a keen eye and a steady trigger finger, that is.£26ppQ 1622

ARCHERY RANGERaise aloft your bow and arrow – and transport yourself to anothertime. Not only is archery a sport of kings, it’s really brilliant fun. Ifyou’re a beginner, our instructor will have you hitting targets in notime. Ask about our Sky Shot archery too! £26ppQ 1622

BASKETBALLBasketballers of all heights are welcome on our indoor courts. Shootsome hoops or play a full game, the choice is yours. Bring your ownball, or hire one from Melville Hall. £4 court hireQ 1617

BOWLSForget alleys and pins; lawn bowls is the real deal. Our syntheticoutdoor green is suitable for bowlers of all ages, and it comes withunlimited fresh air. You bring the competitors, we’ll provide the jacks,bowls and mats. £2.20 (set of 4)Q 1617

CINEMAAfter a busy day, dinner and a movie can be just the ticket - even ifthere’s no ticket required. We show movies for free every evening in our38-seat cinema room. So grab an early dinner (popcorn optional) andenjoy. For directions and showing times, ask at reception.FREEQ 8000

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GOLFThe 18-hole course is set right in the Strathearn Valley, with atmosphericviews of Ben Vorlich and Ben More. That said, you’ll have to switch offfrom the scenery a bit if you want to play your handicap on thischallenging course. Driving range, club and buggy hire also available.18 holes £24ppQ 1622

GYMGet your dose of endorphins in the hotel’s full kitted-out gym. Do yourusual workout, or book a session with a personal trainer, who canassess your fitness and devise a training programme to help you meetyour goals. The gym’s open daily from 7am to 9.30pm, and guests arewelcome to use it for FREE. Fitness assessments £13Q 1624

HORSE RIDINGExperienced rider or first time in the saddle, if you want to explore our900-acre estate on horseback, we’ll make it happen. Our instructors arehere to encourage and advise riders of all levels. Gear provided, butplease wear flat shoes with a small heel (not trainers or sandals) andarrive 15 minutes early. One-hour trek £37pp. Private/group lessonsfrom £24.50ppQ 1616

OPEN TOP POLARIS RANGER CHALLENGEOff-roading with no roof or side panels. Hold on tight whilst oneof our fearless instructors takes this high performance all terrain vehiclethough its paces. Bring on the mud! £60 (five people, 30 mins)Q 1622

CLAYSCome down to the outdoor activity centre for ashooting experience that’s guaranteed to bring outyour competitive side. With our instructor and all thesafety gear on hand, we make sure it’s only the claysthat get hurt. £50pp (min 5 people)Q 1622

CROQUETMallet whacks ball, ball rolls through hoop, victoryis nigh. Hardly anyone seems to play croquet thesedays, but it’s plenty popular with our guests. Lawnprovided, mallets and balls available from Melville Hall.£5Q 1617

CRAZY GOLFMiniature game, maximum fun. With its small-scaleversions of Scottish landmarks, our miniature golfcourse is not to be missed. Hire balls and clubs fromthe activity centre, then come and find us near the 1stof the main course. £2.50ppQ 1622

DISC GOLFInstead of hitting a ball with a club into a hole,you throw mini flying discs into a series of baskets.Easy peasy. Or is it? Gear hire from the Activity Centre£3ppQ 1622

DRIVING RANGEBeginner or seasoned golfer, work on your swing atour covered 8-bay driving range, near the main golfcourse. Use of the range is £3.50pp, with club hirefor £12.50 (half set)Q 1622

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QUAD BIKES ADVENTUREThis is four-wheeled mayhem at its best. Book an hour session forup to 18 people and a qualified instructor will lead you round the estate,across all manner of challenging terrain. We’ve got all the equipment,just bring outdoor shoes and a need for speed. £46pp per hourQ 1622

SEGWAY TREKKINGIt’s impossible to describe the off road Segway experience. Simplynothing compares. And that’s all the more reason to try it while you’rehere. 900 acres, two wheels, 45 minutes of craziness you’ll never forget.Bring flat, outdoor shoes, and our instructor will keep you right. £30pp(1 hour session)Q 1622

SNOOKERCrieff Hydro’s very own Crucible is located in the leisure club. Friendlygame or gloves-off tournament, you bring the competitor and we’llprovide the rest. £4 per 45 minsQ 1624

TABLE TENNISIt’s fast, it’s addictive and it’s a must. What else need we say abouttable tennis? Bats and balls for hire from Melville Hall.£2.50 (per set)Q 1624

TENNISSure, Wimbledon's the big one. But you don't need strawberries and ballboys to have a spine-tingling indoor or outdoor tennis tournament here.Cliff Richard-style sing-a-longs optional. Court hire £4, individuallessons £25 per hourQ 1617

OUTDOOR LASER QUESTSee the woodlands become a temporary warzone withoutdoor laser quest. Think paintball without the pain,but you still have to be fast on your feet and quick onthe trigger. Outdoor shoes and warm clothes are wise.Best for larger groups, and always supervised by a funyet safety-conscious instructor. £28pp (min 10)Q1622

WOODLAND LOW ROPESYou don’t have to be metres off the ground to end theday on a high. On our woodland low ropes you andyour team will balance, grip and clamber your waythrough a challenging ten-stage course. Bring sensibleshoes and gritty determination, our instructor will takecare of the rest. £16ppQ 1622

MOUNTAIN BIKINGWhat could be better for the soul than 900 acres offreedom on two wheels? Stick to the paths, or chooseyour own route. Bike and helmet hire available.One hour - £5.25 per hour, half day - £12.25 or fullday £20.50Q 1617

OFF ROAD DRIVINGAll torque, all action. Our 40-acre all terrain course wasonce a sand and gravel quarry. Now it’s a playgroundfor big 4x4s and people who love to drive them howthey’re built to be driven. Bring up to five passengers;anyone with a driving licence (and steely nerve) canhave a go. £105 per hour, per vehicle (max 5 people)

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VERTIGOKiss terra firma goodbye and head 14 metres up on ourVertigo high ropes course. We’ll provide the ropes,supervision and everything else you’ll need. If you’retaller than 1.2 metres, you’re cleared to climb.£35pp (min height 1.2m)Q 1622

TASTE OF VERTIGO - TEST YOUR NERVEClimbing wall, leap of faith and 100m zip line£25ppQ 1622Climbing wall and 100m zip line£18pp (min height 1.2m)Q 1622

WATERSPORTSWith the size, scale and scenery of Loch Earn to playin, our water sports are some of the best around.Water ski, wakeboard, get thrashed around on giantinflatables – it’s water-based fun all the way.Wetsuits, lifejackets and helmets provided.Boat hire (inc driver/instructor) £50 for 30 mins/£90 1 hour/£165 2 hoursQ 1622

WATER WALKERZThe human hamster ball on water! Step inside agiant floating ball and see how long you can stand up(or roll around) for. £5pp (5 mins)Q 1622

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VICTORIAN SPAIt's not just for the ladies, although it is only for grown-ups (18 and over).Morning, noon and night, our tranquil Victorian Spa pool is the most relaxingplace on the resort with steam room, sauna and spa bath (bliss). Ask aboutour signature treatment room too. £10pp per day, Twilight Pass (5.30pmonwards) £7ppQ 1624

GLOW - BODY AND FACE TREATMENTSWhat could be more luxurious than a top-to-toe massage or hot stonetherapy? And it’s not just about relaxation. Facials, body polishing and wrapswill leave you looking as good as you feel. Just put yourself in our capablehands. Prices from £49ppQ 1609

SPARKLE - BEAUTY TREATMENTSWhether you choose a manicure, fish pedicure, wax, tint or any of the otherstar treatments, our beauty therapists will bring out your inner glow andleave you looking your very best. Best to book in advance, and arrive 15minutes early for maximum pampering time. Prices from £10ppQ 1609

PAMPERING SPA DAYSChoose from a range of pampering from head to toe. All day,adults-only (18+) packages include a delicious light lunch in ourinformal Brasserie Restaurant as well as access to our adults-onlyVictorian Spa - complete with spa pool, steam room, sauna and spabath. Prices from £90pp per dayQ 1609

SHINE - HAIR SALONForget second-rate hotel hair salons. Not only do the team at Shineoffer a full range of services - from a simple trim to up-dos, colouringand highlights – we’re full of great advice on how to recreate the lookon your own. Prepare to be impressed. Prices from £6ppQ 1609

MEN’S COLLECTIONSport, work and life in general all take their toll. This is your chanceto give your mind and body some TLC. Important meeting or socialoccasion - who needs an excuse? From massage and face treatmentsto waxing and barber shop rituals - the whole experience will leaveyou feeling revitalised. Prices from £24ppQ 1609

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SUPER HERO TRAININGSave the day with our Hydro Heroactivity bundles – to the ActivityCentre and beyond!

Mini quads,water walkerzand zip line(ages 8-11 years)£22pp

Quad pods,water walkerzand zip line(ages 6-7 years)13pp

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MINI EXPLORERSBig adventures for mini explorers –let the fun begin!

Water Pedlerz,Quad pods and

crazy golf ordisk golf(ages 3-6)

£10pp

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BIG COUNTRYRelax. Your 2-12 year olds will love the friends and fun at BIG Country.And you'll love the fact that two three-hour sessions a day are includedin the room rate, even for self-catering guests. Even better, it’s allsupervised by highly trained, disclosure-checked staff.Free for 2-12 year-olds, booking advised.Q 1663

ADVENTURE PLAY AREAGrown-ups look on with envy at the climbing frames, walkways, flyingfox (wheee!), full-sized old tractor and mini fort. Adventure Play iscompletely free, and you’ll find it next to the tennis courts, close tothe main hotel.

AIR RIFLE RANGEReady, aim, fire! With three simple words your adrenalin will soarat our Air Rifle range. Sessions last an hour, and we’ll provide all theessential gear - including a safety-conscious instructor.£26pp (ages 8 and up)Q 1622

ARCHERY RANGERaise aloft your bow and arrow – and transport yourself to anothertime. Not only is archery a sport of kings, it’s really brilliant fun.If you’re a beginner, our instructor will have you hitting targetsin no time. Ask about our Sky Shot archery too)!£26pp (ages 6 and up)Q 1622

BASKETBALLBasketballers of all heights are welcome on our indoor courts. Shootsome hoops or play a full game, the choice is yours. Bring your ownball, or hire one from Melville Hall. £4 court hireQ 1617

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BOUNCY CASTLEJumping Jacks (and Jills) will love the bouncy castle atBIG Country. It’s inflated and full supervised between10am and 4pm every day during school holidays, andevery weekend during term time. £2 for 15 mins,£4 for 30 mins and £5 for a full hour.Q 1663

BUSHCRAFTLearn the art of survival in woodland settings fromthe experts. There’s plant eating, shelter building,marshmallow roasting and treasure hunting (to namea few). £19pp (6 years and up).Q 1622

CINEMAHooray for Hollywood. Family movies keep everyoneentertained, and we show them all day and evening inour 38-seat cinema room. For directions and showingtimes, ask at reception. FREEQ 8000

CROQUETMallet whacks ball, ball rolls through hoop, victoryis nigh. Hardly anyone seems to play croquet thesedays, but it’s plenty popular with our guests. Lawnprovided, mallets and balls available from Melville Hall.£5Q 1617

CRAZY GOLFGolf for the smaller, less serious player. Negotiate themini versions of Scottish landmarks one shot at a time,and guess where the ball will appear from next.Whether you’re keeping score or not, this kid-friendlycourse is not to be missed. Hire balls and clubs fromthe activity centre, then find us near the 1st of themain course. £2.50ppQ 1622

DISC GOLFInstead of hitting a ball with a club into a hole, you throw mini flyingdiscs into a series of baskets. Easy peasy. Or is it? Ages 6 and up(because of the tall baskets), and located at the outdoor activity centre.Adult £3, junior £1.50, or £6 for a family of four.Q 1622

ENTERTAINMENTOur daily entertainment programme typically includes family fun, fromface-painting to treasure hunts and evening entertainment in season.For what’s on today, see the ‘Resort Round-up’ on our website, ask atreception or pop into BIG Country.Q 1707

GIANT CHESSGo for a checkmate on our jumbo outdoor chess set. No need to book,just head down to the lawn outside the Brasserie. FREE

HORSE RIDINGFor children under five, we offer hand-led pony rides, while there arelarger ponies for children over six. Booking’s advised, as is arriving 15minutes early to get kitted up. Sensible footwear essential, carrotsoptional.Q 1616

OUTDOOR LASER QUESTThere’s outdoor laser quest at our activity centre. It’s all about speedas you dodge your opponents’ lasers and fire those all-important retorts.Safe and supervised, it’s woodland warfare for the whole family.£28pp (min 10, age 8+)Q 1622

WOODLAND LOW ROPESYou don’t have to be metres off the ground to end the day on a high.On our woodland low ropes (just a few feet up) the whole family canbalance, grip and clamber their way through a challenging ten-stagecourse that takes around 90 minutes to complete.£16pp (age 6+)Q 1622

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MINI QUADSOur 50cc mini quads are a great size for kids on ourmini track. We’ll provide driving coveralls and all theother safety equipment, just bring sensible shoes anda mud-friendly approach! A 15-minute session for kidsaged 8-11 years costs £16ppQ 1622

OFF-ROAD 4X4 DRIVINGFor kids and grown-ups who’d rather not drive, book ahalf-hour off-road tour and an instructor will take thewheel. £60, 30 mins session (Bring booster seats ifrequired)Q 1622

QUAD PODSEven toddlers can get in on the action with ourquad pods, a convoy of off-road pods for the tiniestadrenaline seekers and their grown-ups. Equipment andsupervision provided. A ten-minute session for tots ofall ages (accompanied) costs £5 per childQ 1622

SEGWAY TREKKINGPersonal transporters as seen in Mall Cop (muddier off-road version). The 1 hour Segway adventure is opento anyone aged 10 or over, and costs £30ppQ 1622

SOFT PLAYYoung kids (including under 2's) and their grown-upscan play to their hearts’ content in our indoor soft playarea - next to BIG Country. It’s open from 3pm-6pmdaily, and completely FREEQ 1622

SWIMMINGLagoon Leisure (in the resort’s main leisure club) is a great place for kidsand grown-ups to swim, play and meet. There's a shallow pool for littleones, a whirlpool for relaxing, and a heated 20-metre pool for generallyplaying about in. Towels provided, just bring a £1 coin for yourlocker. FREEQ 1624

TABLE TENNISIt’s fast, it’s addictive and it’s a must. What else need we say abouttable tennis? Bats and balls for hire from Melville Hall. £2.50 (per set)

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TANDEM BIKESExplore our estate on a bicycle built for two. For families, trailers andtot seats mean nobody has to miss out on the fun. Hire our bikesfor £6.75 per hour, £13.75 per half day (4 hours) and £22 per day(8 hours).Q 1617

TENNISSure, Wimbledon's the big one. But you don't need strawberries and ballboys to have a spine-tingling indoor or outdoor tennis tournament here.Racquets and balls for hire, Cliff Richard-style sing-a-longs optional.Racquet hire £1.15. Court hire £4 Individual lessons £25 per hour

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THE GALLERYFor older children and teenagers, the Gallery has a TV, pool table,table football and Xbox 360. The Gallery is just above the Hub café;get the entry PIN from reception. The air hockey and pool tablesare coin operated, so bring some change if you’d like to play.ENTRY FREEQ 1617

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VERTIGOKiss terra firma goodbye and head 14 metres up on our Vertigo high ropescourse. We’ll provide the ropes, supervision and everything else you’ll need.£35pp (age 6+, min height 1.2m)Q 1622

TASTE OF VERTIGO - TEST YOUR NERVEClimbing wall, leap of faith and 100m zip line £25ppQ 1622Climbing wall and 100m zip line £18pp (age 6+, min height 1.2m)Q 1622

WATERSPORTSWith the size, scale and scenery of Loch Earn to play in, our water sportsare some of the best around. Water ski, wakeboard, get thrashed aroundon giant inflatables – it’s water-based fun all the way. Wetsuits, lifejacketsand helmets provided. Boat hire (inc driver/instructor) £50 for 30 mins/£90 1 hour/£165 2 hoursQ 1622

WATER PEDLERZSelf propelled pedal boats in a mini pool at our activity centre. This is a perfecttreat for little adventurers. £5pp (3 years and up)Q 1622

WATER WALKERZThe human hamster ball on water! Step inside a giant floating ball and seehow long you can stand up. £5pp (ages 6 and up - but adults seem to lovethem too!)Q 1622

WOODLAND WALKSWithin the estate, you'll never be short of woodland to explore, and it'shome to all manner of local wildlife. Packed lunches available to take withyou - just call us in advance.Q 1666

at-a-glance guide

Here’s a quick reference guide to our onsite activities,their prices and what you need to bring.

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15 ADVENTURE PLAY AREA Bags of energy FREE Q 166615 AIR RIFLE RANGE Outdoor clothes, keen eye for a target £26pp (aged 8+) Q 162215 ARCHERY RANGE Outdoor clothes, decent aim £26pp (aged 6+) Q 1622

BADMINTON Gym kit and trainers (racquet andshuttlecock hire from Melville Hall) £4 Court Hire Q 1617

15 BASKETBALL Gym kit and trainers (ball hire from Melville Hall) £4 Court Hire Q 161715 BIG COUNTRY Boundless energy, team spirit FREE Q 1663

BLINDFOLD DRIVING Driving licence, nerves of steel £105 - per hour Q 162216 BOUNCY CASTLE General appreciation for jumping £2 -15mins Q 16635 BOWLS Outdoor shoes (bowling set hire from Melville Hall) £2.20 (set of four) Q 161716 BUSHCRAFT Outdoor shoes and sense of adventure £19pp (aged 6+) Q 1617

CHILDREN’S POOL Suits, goggles, armbands, beach balls- all things aqua-funtastic FREE Q 1624

16 CINEMA Programme from reception, BYO popcorn FREE Q 80006 CLAYS Outdoor clothes, steady trigger finger £50pp (min 5, age 8+)Q 16226/16 CROQUET Good mallet control (croquet set

hire from Melville Hall) £5 per set Q 16176/16 CRAZY GOLF Crazy disposition (club and ball hire

from the Activity Centre) £2.50pp Q 16226/17 DISC GOLF Frisbee skills (kit from the Activity Centre) £3pp Q 16226 DRIVING RANGE BYO clubs, or hire them from the Clubhouse £3.50pp Q 162217 ENTERTAINMENT Daily ‘Resort Round-up’ from the

website or reception FREE Q 1707EXERCISE TO MUSIC Comfortable clothes essential,

sense of rhythm optional £2.50pp Q 1624FITNESS ASSESSMENTS Gym gear and trainers, something to prove £13.50pp Q 1624FITNESS INDUCTIONS Gym gear and trainers, an open mind FREEFITNESS PROGRAMMES Gym gear and trainers, dogged determination FREE Q 1624

17 GIANT CHESS Kasparov’s brain, giant pieces outside the Brasserie FREE7 GOLF BYO shoes (club and buggy hire available) £24pp Q 162212 HAIR AND BEAUTY Nothing but the need to feel pampered Prices vary - phoneQ 16097/17 HORSE RIDING Flat shoes with a small heel, carrots optional £37pp Q 1616

HORSE RIDING HACKS Flat shoes with a small heel, sense of adventure £37pp Q 16167 HORSE RIDING LESSONS Flat shoes with a small heel, advance booking from £24.50pp Q 1616

INDOOR FOOTBALL A love of the game (ball hire from Melville Hall) £30 hall hire Q 161718 MINI QUADS Outdoor shoes, a love of bumps and mud £16pp (aged 8-11) Q 16228 MOUNTAIN BIKING A sense of adventure and feet that reach the pedals £20.50 full day Q 1617

NEW AGE BOWLS Softer, smaller bowls (for hire from Melville Hall) £3.50pp Q 16178/18 OFF-ROAD DRIVING Driving licence, steely nerve. Max 5 per vehicle £105 ph, per vehicle Q 1622

8/17 OUTDOOR LASER QUEST Outdoor shoes, warm clothes, willing victims £28pp (min 10, age 8+)Q 1622PERSONAL TRAINING Gym kit and trainers, endorphin addiction £25 an hour Q 1624PONY RIDES (UNDER 5s) Pony-friendly little one, camera to

capture the moment £5pp Q 1616POOL TABLE BYO rules (cues, balls and chalk all supplied at

the Leisure Club) £1pp Q 1707PUTTING Good short shot (club hire from Melville Hall) £1pp Q 1624

9 QUAD BIKES ADVENTURE Outdoor shoes, adrenaline addiction £46pp (p/hour, age 12+)Q 162218 QUAD PODS Very small person and accompanying grown-up £5 - 10mins Q 1622

RACQUET BALL Gym kit and trainers (racquet and jumbo ballhire from Melville Hall) £4 Court Hire Q 1617

9 SEGWAY TREKKING Shoes with grip, ability to lean £30pp (1 hour, age 10+)Q 16229 SHORT TENNIS Gym kit and trainers (racquet and ball

hire from Melville Hall) £4 court hire Q 16179 SNOOKER Nothing but a competitor (everything else supplied) £4 per 45mins Q 162418 SOFT PLAY Tiny sense of adventure FREE Q 1663

SPA BATH Swimsuit, bubble obsession FREE Q 1624STEAM ROOM & SAUNA Swimsuit, love of perspiration salvation FREE Q 1624SUMO SUITS Willing competitor (sumo suit hire from

Activity Centre) FROM £10pp Q 162219 SWIMMING Swimsuits, rubber rings, waterwings

- just these things FREE Q 16249/19 TABLE TENNIS Bats and balls from Melville Hall £2.50 (per set) Q 1624

TANDEM BIKES Outdoor clothing, pedal power £6.75 (one hour) Q 16179/19 TENNIS Kit and trainers (racquets and ball hire

from Melville Hall). Court hire separate. £4 Court Hire Q 161719 THE GALLERY Some £1 coins for table games, ability to ‘hang out’ FREE Q 161710/20 VERTIGO Height over 1.2 metres, ability to not look down £35pp (age 6+) Q 162210/20 TASTE OF VERTIGO Height over 1.2 metres, ability to not look down from £18pp (age 6+)Q 162212 VICTORIAN SPA Over 18s only, bathing suits, determination to relax £10pp per day Q 1624

VOLLEYBALL At least one other player, obviously (ballhire from Melville Hall) £30 per hour Q 1624

10/20 WATERSPORTS Warm outdoor clothes, towels, ‘try anything £50 for 30 mins/once’ approach. Price per boat not per person £90 1 hr/£165 2 hrsQ 1622

20 WATER PEDLERZ Pedal power and sea legs £5pp (5 mins, age 3+) Q 162220 WATER WALKERZ Bare feet and gritty determination £5pp (5 mins, age 6+) Q 16228/17 WOODLAND LOW ROPES Sensible shoes and a height over 1.4 metres £16pp (aged 6+) Q 162220 WOODLAND WALKS Warm clothes, walking shoes, love of all

things peaceful FREE Q 1624

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