Indoor skydiving - Friend flies for free - PLUS friend jumps for free from the top of the tower - only £99
All the fun of skydiving without having to jump out of a plane in the World's largest skydiving wind tunnel PLUS the unique chance to jump from the top of the 120ft wind tunnel with a state of the art fan descender controlling your fall. Double the fun.
Indoor skydiving - Friend flies for free - PLUS friend jumps for free from the top of the tower - only £99
First to the UK and exclusive to lastminute.com, this is your chance to try the ultimate in adrenaline fun
Ever wanted to try skydiving but have a fear of flying? No problem... Welcome to indoor skydiving, a freefall experience that everyone must try. Now you and a friend can experience the thrill at the UK's first and World's largest skydiving wind tunnel. A giant propeller blasts air up to 170mph and as you are suspended in the airflow you can experience an extremely realistic simulation of freefalling - without being more than a couple of feet off the ground. This incredible facility is the first choice for actual skydiving teams to train from all over the world so you can be assured of being in the very best hands of top professionals. You will get more 'flight time' than other similar experiences on the market, as well as a DVD with footage of your flight to help you relive your awesome experience.
PLUS, you now have the chance to actually climb to the top of the 120ft tower and leap from the top, plunging to the ground in an exhilarating drop. A state of the art Fan Descender controls your fall and slows you down, allowing you to gently land on your feet at the bottom. Amazing!
The tunnel has a unique past and was originally built in 1950 by the MOD to better understand aerodynamic forces, such as the phenomenon of an aircraft flat spin then later to test the resilience and success of items such as ejector seats. In the late 90's the tunnel was demilitarised but with a great deal of hard work and investment the tunnel was bought back to life, as the UK's first and World's largest skydiving tunnel. So you'll be experiencing a bit of history too. Now with this exclusive offer you can share all the fun with a friend.
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Essential info
What happens on the day?
Remnants of the tunnel's past still remain today and you are bound to feel a rush of excited anticipation as you arrive for your unforgettable experience.
Indoor skydiving
After checking in you will attend an instruction class on skydiving techniques and a short video briefing to teach you some skills
Then it's off to the kit up area to collect your flight gear, including flight suit, helmet, earplugs and goggles. You, your friend and the rest of your group will then enter the tunnel area for your sky diving experience, which will include the following:
One separate flight each of around 1 minute 15 seconds - this will enable you to fly around the chamber and practice your skills being guided by your professional instructor
Two further flights of around 1 minute 15 seconds - during these you will get the unique chance to fly in the tunnel together with your friend, and your instructors of course
This is really is the complete package, as you will also receive a free high quality DVD, which features your flights so you can impress your friends and relive your experience again and again. The DVD also features the interesting history of the tunnel as well as some amazing expert flying from the professionals. Perhaps you'll be inspired to try out some of their moves on your next visit
The jump
And if that wasnt enough excitement for one day, you will then take the leap of your life! After being briefed by an instructor, you and your friend will be provided with your kit including a helmet and safety harness
You will then proceed via a lift to the motor room at the top of the tower. Jumpers will then climb a ladder to the roof of the 120ft wind tunnel where they can enjoy the beautiful views over the Bedford valley, all the while securely attached to a safety rail via a body harness
You will then be escorted to the jump platform before, one by one, you make your way to the platform edge. The instructor securely fastens their harness to the cable and then ...3...2...1...JUMP!
A state of the art Fan Descender controls your fall and slows you down, allowing you to gently land on your feet at the bottom
Experience details
This is a single gift experience voucher for two people
Location: Bedfordshire
This activity takes place all year round and is available on certain days from Wednesday to Sunday at selected times
Please allow approximately three hours on site for the whole experience
You will receive a full colour information pack and a voucher valid for nine months. You must book and take your experience before the voucher expiry dat. Kindly note that vouchers may not be extended
To book a date for the experience, simply follow the booking instructions detailed in the information pack or on the gift voucher
It is recommended that you book a date at least four to six weeks in advance to ensure that dates are available before the expiry date of the voucher. This is only a guideline and it is advised that you book as early as possible to avoid disappointment as vouchers may not be extended. All bookings are subject to availability
Essential information
You will be provided with all the necessary safety equipment for the experience. This includes flight suits, helmets, goggles, earplugs, knee pads and elbow pads for the indoor skydiving and body harness and helmet for the jump
You will need to wear casual and comfortable clothing. No collars. You will need to wear trainers; no other form of footwear is permitted
Refreshments are available to purchase on site
Spectators are welcome and there is a free viewing gallery for them and they will be escorted to the landing area at the bottom of the tower where they can get the best view of their friends jump
The Jump element of the experience may be affected by weather conditions. You can jump in the rain however electrical storms and high wind speeds will prevent the activity taking place. Once you have booked your experience, you will be provided with a number to call on the morning of your experience to check it is going ahead
Kindly note that the jump from the top of the tower may take place before or after your indoor skydiving, please check with the supplier at the time of booking
In the unlikely event of a DVD being unavailable due to circumstances beyond the control of the supplier, no refund or alternative will be offered
Public Liability Insurance is included, along with Personal Accident Insurance of up to £50,000 and Cancellation Insurance of up to £500, for the voucher holder. Details will be enclosed within your gift pack
Disabled access is available to the building, lift and disabled toilets. Access to the viewing gallery is width restricted but the action can still be viewed via video link in the lounge area
Restrictions
Minimum age is five years. Parent's discretion is advised, as a child needs to be able to understand and follow instruction. Under 18's will need to be accompanied by an adult who will be asked to read and sign an acceptance of risk form on their behalf
Maximum weight is 19 stone
Kindly note that participants will be able to fly together in the chamber subject to weight compliance and similar ability. If the weight and ability of each participant are too dissimilar you will fly separately in the two final sessions (one session each). This will be determined on the day of the experience
You need to be reasonably fit to participate in this experience. You will not be permitted to participate if you are pregnant, have ever suffered a dislocated shoulder, serious back or disk problems, have any freshly stitched wounds, Osteoporosis, any bone illnesses, heart problems, are wearing a hard cast or are under the influence of alcohol or non-prescribed drugs
This experience involves heights and a 10 metre ladder climb. You will be secured to a safety rail via a body harness
Delivery details
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