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Try Canoe

2 hour Open Canoe session.

How does it work?

Meet your instructor at our private watersport site where you'll get kitted out in the required safety equipment before heading to the water. Open Canoes are great fun and a real test of your team work and communication!

Who are these activities for?

These activities are suitable for anyone aged eight or over. You have the option to book individual spaces on this session or, if no spaces have sold, you can book the session exclusively for your group of up to 10 people by selecting the "Private group" option. If you book the session excluisvely we can relax the age restriction and you can bring children aged six or seven. If you have anyone under eight in your group at least one adult must take part.

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FAQ's

As an outdoor activity centre, we go ahead whatever the weather! The only exception to this rule is lightning directly overhead, which we monitor very closely and rarely stops play for more than a few minutes. 


Make sure you bring a change of clothes if it's raining, wrap up warm if it's windy, and drink plenty of fluids if it's hot. Make an adventure of it!

Yes! You may use your voucher on the activity that it is valid for.  Don't forget to enter both the Security Code and the Voucher Code.


Alternatively, all vouchers can be used for the value paid for them against any of our activities.

We will need a completed copy of our medical declaration. Where possible please print it out and bring it with you. We will have copies available on site.

Well behaved dogs are welcome to join you onsite however unfortunately, they can't join you on any of our activity sessions other than frisbee golf. 


If you are bringing a dog with you, one of your party will have to not take part in the activity session to stay with the dog.


Yes! We deliver a wide range of outdoor education and outdoor adventure sessions to schools and private groups. We'd love to work with you and help your group to achieve their goals.


If you are enquiring for an educational or school group, please take a look at our dedicated webpage: https://www.mendip.co.uk/education


If you are enquiring for an organised youth group, please click here: https://www.mendip.co.uk/youthgroups

The majority of our activities are suitable for a Stag or Hen group, yes! If you find an activity on a time and date that suits you, you are able to book for an exclusive group which means it will just be your group with the instructor. Please pop a note in the notes box to let us know if it's a stag or hen do.


If your group is larger than our group sizes or if you are looking for a more bespoke package, check out our Stag and Hen webpage here - www.mendip.co.uk/stagandhen

We're not going to lie, there's a chance you could get very wet! We would recommend old clothes and please avoid jeans and cotton where possible. You will need a pair of shoes you can wear in the water such as old trainers or daps (crocs or flipflops are not suitable). Please bring a change of clothes and a towel for afterwards.

No - you don't need you to be a good swimmer for any of our watersport activities. We will always provide you with a buoyancy aid. If you not a confident swimmer just let your instructor know at the start of the session.

Kayaking: Kayaks are for a single person per boat.


Open Canoeing: There will usually be two people per canoe, though in some cases we can allow up to three (three is the absolute maximum). 


We can’t guarantee in advance that we’ll be able to cater to specific requests, however you’re welcome to speak to your instructor on arrival for the session and they will do their best to accommodate you. In most cases you will be able to choose who you’re in a boat with.


This activity takes place at our Hewish activity site. This is approximately a 15 minute drive from our main centre. The nearest postcode is BS24 6RR but please also check these directions:

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Click here for a Google maps link to the location.


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Hewish is located on Wick Road, just off the A370, near J21 of the M5. As it is a rural site, there is no exact postcode. Coming from the A370, the marked gateway is on your right, just 100 metres past the RCH Brewery. Please drive carefully and slowly on the gravel track for 400 metres until you reach the gravel car park with dark green toilet block. Your Activity Instructor will meet you there shortly before your activity start time.


Click here to view directions to all our sites and read about public transport and sustainable travel options.


General FAQ's

Outdoor Activities can be booked as Individual Spaces or as Exclusive Groups, with some age limits. 



TobogganingAges 4-12 (For Exclusive Half Slope Group Session Age 4+ with no upper age limit)
SkiingAge 5+, under 8's must book Minis Private Lessons
Minis Private Lessons
Ages 5-8
Try Skiing
Age 8+
Private Ski Lesson
SnowboardingAge 8+, height min 1.2m Shoe Size min adult size 2


TARGETSPORTS
ArcheryAge 8+ (For Exclusive Group Session Age 6+ when Adult 18+ participating)
Axe Throwing
Air Rifles
Archery ActiveAge 6+ with under 8's supervised by participating Adult 18+
Frisbee Golf
Any age, under Age 6 play for free


LAND & ROCKSPORTS
Abseiling (20m/65ft)Age 8+
Abseiling (50m/150ft)Age 10+
Bushcraft & Survival Skills
Age 8+ (For Exclusive Group Session Age 6+ when Adult 18+ participating)
Caving & Try Caving
Low Ropes
Rock Climbing
Climbing Tower
Age 6+ with under 8's supervised by participating Adult 18+
Frisbee GolfAny age, under 6's play for free
OrienteeringAge 6+, under Age 6 participate for free. Under 16's must be accompanied by Adult 18+ 


WATERSPORTS
Assault CourseAge 8+ (For Exclusive Group Session Age 6+ when Adult 18+ participating)
Kayaking
Paddle Boarding
Raft Building
Try Canoe


Come rain or shine our outdoor activities generally go ahead whatever the weather. The only exception is lightning directly overhead which we monitor very closely and this rarely stops play for more than a few minutes.


Before you come, we recommend you check the forecast, wear suitable clothing and bring cold or warm refreshments.


Yes! we have plenty of free onsite parking at all our activity sites.


We strongly encourage car sharing and sustainable forms of travel. Read more here.

Yes! 


It's easy to book a private activity for your group online. Simply book an exclusive activity session for your group. Our most popular party activities are tobogganing, archery, air rifle, axe throwing, try caving, bushcraft and rock climbing- but you can choose from our wide-range of activities.


If you'd like to add food, our popular party food packages are perfect for children ages 4- 12. These should be ordered in advance. You'll have a table reserved for 50 minutes in the Alpine Lounge and each child will receive half a 12-inch margarita pizza, a portion of skin-on fries and unlimited squash.


Or, you can head up to the recently refurbished Alpine Lounge cafe and order directly from our menu- food includes Pizzas, Paninis and Fries - perfect for post-activity fuel! If you're choosing this option, there is no need to reserve a table.


To find out more about our active and adventurous Stag & Hen Parties click here   


Mendip Activity Centre is open year-round. 

All our public outdoor activities can be viewed and booked in advance online. Limited availability is sometimes available on the day.



APRIL TO OCTOBER term time
NOVEMBER TO MARCH term time
WEEKENDS & SCHOOL HOLIDAYS
MondayClosed10am-10pm9am-8pm
TuesdayClosed2pm-10pm9am-8pm
Wednesday2pm-8pm2pm-10pm
9am-8pm
Thursday2pm-8pm
2pm-10pm
9am-8pm
Friday2pm-8pm
10am-10pm9am-8pm
Saturday9am-6pm9am-6pm
9am-6pm
Sunday9am-6pm9am-6pm
9am-6pm


The Alpine Lounge cafe is open every day from 9 am until close.



We are also open year-round to private group bookings in the following areas:

Outdoor Education  - activities that educate and inspire children outside the classroom

Outdoor Instructor Training - gain real qualifications as an outdoor activity instructor

Youth Groups - perfect adventures for Scouting, Guiding and Cadet organisations, Youth Groups and Sports Teams 

Corporate  - activities helping teams and employees learn and develop together


 





We believe everyone should have the opportunity to challenge themselves and undertake adventurous activities.


If you think you'll need additional support visiting our facilities or participating in any of our activities contact our friendly team, especially prior to booking an activity. 


Our main activity centre building is lift-accessible. There is an accessible toilet on the first floor next to the cafe. There are disabled parking spaces at this site. Archery and Air Rifle is wheel-chair accessible and the tobogganing slope as a wheel-chair accessible viewing ramp.


Read more about accessibility in our range of activities and venues here: www.mendip.co.uk/accessibility

Tobogganing

Tobogganing is a very popular activity and, especially during peak times, we have very little flexibility in being able to push your start time back. Where possible, we will get you onto the toboggan slope as soon as possible once you arrive. We will try to be as accommodating as possible and if there is availability later in the day, we will move your session to a later start time however please be aware that this is not always possible. 


Frisbee golf or recreational snowsports

We are likely to be able to change your start time at arrival as long as it is within our opening hours and on the same day.


Private session
We will start whenever you arrive but we are unlikely to be able to overrun.


Individual spaces on a session

We will do our best to fit you into the session at a point that does not disrupt it too much for other participants. If you are more than 10 minutes late, we're sorry but it is very unlikely we will be able to fit you into the session due to missing the safety and equipment briefing and kit up.


If you cannot make your session, or to request an amendment: 

Please contact our friendly team by email or online chat for help.




To cancel, rearrange or amend your booking please let us know by emailing hello@mendip.co.uk as soon as possible. 


To view our Terms & Conditions click here  



Yes, our main activity centre site has an alpine-style cafe, The Alpine Lounge, which overlooks our ski and snowboard slope.


The Alpine Lounge cafe is open every day from 9 am until close. Visit our website to view the menu and find out more.


Other than our party food packages for ages 4 to 12, we do not accept bookings for the cafe, it is walk-in only. There is plenty of space so you will not struggle to find somewhere to sit.

Well-behaved dogs are welcome to join you onsite including in our cafe, the Alpine Lounge.

Unfortunately, they can't join you during any of our activity sessions other than frisbee golf and orienteering. If you are bringing a dog with you one of your party must stay with the dog and supervise it. 

Yes! Mendip Activity Centre has a proud history of providing outdoor education and adventure opportunities to schools.

Our year-round school residentials provide young people with unrivalled opportunities and educational experiences gained through adventure. We work closely with schools to design a residential visit that fits the groups goals, desires and aims.


For more information or to make an enquiry, visit our SCHOOL RESIDENTIALS website 

Yes! Our popular Team Activity Days do wonders for morale and motivation. helping teams and employees learn and develop together. This can contribute to the growth and success of teams, employees and businesses as a whole. We work closely with you to design a team activity day that fits your goals, desires and aims.


For more information or to make an enquiry visit our TEAM ACTVITY DAYS website 


After you book an activity online we immediately email you a Booking Confirmation. If you are unable to locate this in your inbox, first check your spam/junk email folders. If you still cannot locate, it's possible your online booking may not have been fully completed. 


Check whether the session you were trying to book is still available online. If it is, try to make the booking again. If it's not, please contact our friendly team by email or online chat for help.



Can't find the answer to your question?.. our friendly team will be happy to help! 


The quickest way to get in touch is Email or use our Live Chat


If you would rather, call us on 01934 834877 and follow the instruction to leave us a voicemail.