EXTREME SPORTS GUIDE TO BERKSHIRE
Home to the world’s largest inhabited Castle and the most prestigious Horse Racing circuit in the UK; the county of Berkshire is considered to be an almost Royal region. Sharing a border with the River Thames and sat less than an hour east from the Centre of London, the county offers a number of great getaway activities to escape the city life.
From the UK’s Highest Bungee Jump to Jet Ski Safaris on a 300 acre lake; Berkshire provides a small number of high quality experiences aimed at utilising the picturesque countryside and ranging terrains that being a Royal county has required. Having bore the world’s greatest explorer; Ranulph Fiennes, the county is now home to 800,000 residents, the UK’s most exclusive school – Eton, and one of the country’s biggest theme parks – Legoland.
With such rich heritage to appreciate in one of the UK’s oldest counties, it is also possible to combine a few extra curricular thrills with tours using this guide.
Bungee Jumping - From £125
Berkshire is not only considered Royalty for housing the Royal Family and being one of the ‘home’ counties; it is also the resting place for the King of Bungee Jumps. The 300 foot jump in Windsor Bray is perched over a lake and is the highest jump available in the UK throughout the year. Jumpers are strapped in by the waist and ankles, crane lifted to 300 foot and given a few seconds of unbridled scenery before plunging into one of the most intense adrenaline rushes that man has thus far discovered. At nearly double the height of every other jump in the UK, Britain’s Highest Bungee Jump is Bungee Royalty and a Monarch of the Adrenaline Rush family.
4×4 Off Road Driving - From £45
Inducing an altogether different sensation than the UK’s Highest Bungee is achievable in Berkshire with a technical sport that requires more brains than brawn, and less haste than height; 4×4 Driving. One BORDA qualified supplier in Berkshire offers a range of extreme excursions on Berkshire’s renowned countryside, traversing tricky terrains and muddy mounds in a range of timed experiences and in depth courses. The technical sport demands patience and an opposing set of driving laws, which can be learned during taster sessions, hourly private sessions or even in groups for parties and celebrations.
Jet Skiing - From £150
Riding a Jet Ski is a great way to get out on the water. Jet Skiing is the marine version of Motor Biking and is very easy to get started. Bray Lake is not only the Palace of the UK’s highest Bungee Jump, but the 50-acre stretch of water also plays host to a range of Jet Ski sessions and safaris designed to test the 45mph PWC (Personal Watercraft) Jet Skis.
Whilst Berkshire is not the most enthralling of extreme entities, the county does adhere to a high quality of the activities it does provide. The Highest Bungee in the UK is a factor within itself for Adrenaline Junkies, whilst the unspoilt countryside and Royal connection also adds another dimension to getaway seekers searching for more than a high octane rush..
Windsurfing - From £159
Wanting to do something a bit more active than Jet Skiing? Try out Berkshire's finest Windsurfing lesson; An exciting and vibrant activity that combines the best water sports around- Surfing and Sailing! Not only is it physically and technically challenging (perfect for all you competitive folks out there who love a challenge!), but it is also an enjoyable and thrilling experience that you can look back on with the fondest memory.
If you're worried about your skill level, don't be! This is a great introductory course that provides excellent tuition and modern equipment, making the whole thing a breeze. The course will cover being introduced to the board and rig, simulator work on land, balancing and rig handling techniques, learning how to control upwind and downwind windsurfing, safety and self-rescue techniques. With qualified instructors to help at all stages, learning the first steps will be an exciting and enjoyable experience, and you should be able to capably sail an area by the end of the course and be ready to move your skills on. Take on the adrenaline-pumping waves and finish off by completing the R.Y.A Certificate, alongside receiving a logbook and a handbook.
Dinghy Sailing Course - From £189
Cruise through the waves in this thrilling Dinghy Sailing Course. Whether you wish to enjoy it with friends, family or by yourself, you are guaranteed plenty of enjoyment and satisfaction. Not only will you be able to learn and master the basics, but once you complete the course you will be rewarded a logbook, handbook and an R.Y.A certificate!
Not to worry if you are a beginner - this course is specifically designed for Dinghy Sailing amateurs who are serious about learning how to sail. This two-day course will give you a thorough introduction to this extreme sport, give you an understanding of different handling techniques as well as background knowledge of sailing whilst also enjoying an exciting and unforgettable experience. Experts will ensure thorough supervision and all necessary equipment will be included, you are required to bring nothing but enthusiasm! (Well, bringing a swimming costume would be ideal as well.)
Microlight Flight - From £80
Soar the skies in this fantastic Microlight experience! Travel as far as 2000 feet through the Swindon skies alongside your seasoned pro, who will guide you through breath-taking views of the green countryside. After your instructor introduces you to the grounds, the Microlight and the essential protocols (as well as that all important pre-flight check!), prepare yourself to make your way to the runway and take to the skies! if you are in suitable conditions, your instructor may even give you the opportunity to take the controls and gain some first hand experience, something you could endlessly brag about (I know I would)! At the end of the experience, you will be able to take home your commemorative certificate that you can cherish and look back on in order to recapture those adrenaline-pumping memories.
Half Day Paintballing Experience - From £10
Fancy something more affordable, but will still get your heart pounding with its extremes? Spend a half-day paintballing with your friends or family and unleash that inner daredevil!
With options all over the UK rather than just Berkshire, this exhilarating experience can be enjoyed by all and is guaranteed to have your adrenaline pumping. After a quick introduction and safety briefing, get kitted up in your hardcore gear, including anti-mist goggles with a custom designed special-forces combat suit and body armour. If that's not enough to get you excited, you'll also be firing the latest USA rapid-fire semi-automatic paintball guns! This extreme sport feels just like real combat, especially when you make your way to the film-set quality paintball game zones. Enjoy action-packed games, all with different storylines. Don't worry if you're a bit nervous - you'll receive full training and supervision, so you'll get the hang of it eventually!
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What are you waiting for? These extreme sports are perfect for those daredevils who love the feeling of their heart pounding and adrenaline pumping. So if you're looking for a thrilling, fun-filled day out, either to enjoy yourself, share with a group, or just treat a friend with, you can't go wrong with these Berkshire-located thrills!
Check out our other great extreme sports guides including:
Extreme Sports Guide To Surrey
Extreme Sports Guide To East Sussex
Extreme Sports Guide To West Sussex
Extreme Sports Guide To Cornwall
Extreme Sports Guide To Buckinghamshire
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