Hovering in a helicopter for the first time is a unique and thrilling sensation. You get hands-on experience of the only flying machine that goes backwards and sideways as well as forwards. You will be trained by a CAA qualified instructor and your flying counts towards a helicopter pilots licence.NEW If you dont fancy taking the controls yourself, your discovery voucher can also be used for a scenic helicopter tour over London departing from Elstree Helicopter Lesson DiscoveryOne to one training from a CAA licensed instructorIntroductory briefing on helicopter controls and safetyOne flight of 20-25 minutes during which the student takes the controlsTotal lesson time approx 40-60 minutesExperience gift box including smart wallet, personalised voucher, message card and single use cameraPA cover to a value of 50,000 plus cancellation indemnity What happens on the day:Your flying lesson starts with a briefing from your instructor before the flight. This will cover safety, and an introduction to some of the controls. Once in the helicopter, your flight starts from the time the engine turns over. You will be given headphones so that you can hear conversations between your instructor and air traffic control, and so that you can talk with your instructor. Once in the air, you will be able to take the controls but your pilot will generally undertake the take-off and landing.Need to know:Minimum age 12 (under 18s need parental/guardian consent)You should be in reasonable health and agile enough to climb into the aircraftMinimum height 46-5 (137cms-152cms) depending on location and maximum height 64 (193cm). Maximum weight 16-18 stones (102kgs-114kgs) depending on locationLocations:Buckinghamshire - MarlowCambridgeshire - ConningtonCumbria - CarlisleEssex - Southend on SeaGloucestershire - CheltenhamHampshire - AndoverHertfordshire - BorehamwoodKent - Chatham, HeadcornLancashire - BlackpoolLeicestershire - LoughboroughMerseyside - LiverpoolMiddlesex - UxbridgeNorfolk - NorwichNorthamptonshire - SywellNorthern Ireland - NewtownardsScotland - Aberdeen, Inverness, PerthStaffordshire - Burton on TrentSurrey - CamberleySussex - ShorehamTyne & Wear - NewcastleWarwickshire - WellesbourneYorkshire - Leeds

£182.95

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Feel the adrenalin rush as you take the controls of a light plane and soar across the sky! You get one-to-one training with a Civil Aviation Authority licensed flying instructor, and your flying time counts towards a Private Pilot's licence. Flying Lesson Discovery:Introduction to flying, aircraft controls and safetyOne-to-one training from a CAA licensed instructorAllow 1 hour for your flying lesson which will include approx 30 mins flying time with the opportunity to take the controlsExperience gift box including smart wallet, personalised voucher, message card and single use cameraPA cover to a value of 50,000 plus cancellation indemnityAfter an introductory briefing, a cross-country flight of up to 1 hour with a possibility of landing away and return (depending on location). The participant will have the opportunity to take the controls during the flightAllow 1-2 hours for your visit What happens on the day:Your flying lesson starts with a briefing from your instructor before the flight. This will cover safety, and an introduction to some of the controls. Once in the plane, your flying lesson starts from the time the engine turns over. You will be given headphones so that you can hear conversations between your instructor and air traffic control, and so that you can talk with your instructor. Once in the air, you will be able to take the controls but your pilot will generally land the plane and taxi back.Need to know:Minimum age 12-14 depending on location (under 18s need parental/guardian consent)Flying time only counts towards a Private Pilot's licence if you are over 14 years oldYou should be in reasonable health and agile enough to climb into the aircraftMinimum height 4-5 (122cms-152cms), max height 64-67 (193cms-201cms) depending on location. Maximum weight 15-18 stones (95kgs-114kgs) depending on location.Locations:Avon - BristolBuckinghamshire - MarlowCambridgeshire - Cambridge, PeterboroughCornwall - BodminCounty Durham - DarlingtonCumbria - CarlisleDevon - Nr. Barnstaple, Exeter, Honiton, PlymouthDorset - BournemouthEssex - Great Dunmow, Southend, Stapleford TawneyGloucestershire - CheltenhamIreland - County KildareKent - RamsgateLancashire - BlackpoolLincolnshire - KirmingtonNorfolk - NorwichNorthamptonshire - BrackleyNorthern Ireland - Belfast, County DownNottinghamshire - WorksopOxfordshire - KidlingtonScotland - Aberdeen (Explorer only), Cumbernauld, Dundee, Fife, PrestwickStaffordshire - Burton on TrentSurrey - Camberley, RedhillWales - Gwynedd, Haverfordwest, PowysWarwickshire - WellesbourneWest Midlands - CoventryWest Sussex - ShorehamWiltshire - SalisburyYorkshire - Leeds

£101.95

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This beautiful 'Me & My Daddy' photo frame makes a great sentimental thoughtful keepsake gift.The main part of the frame is made out of brushed matt silver aluminium and has been designed to hold a horizontal 6 x 4' picture. At the bottom of the frame there are some embossed flowers etched within the frame and two love hearts which have been cut out of the frame and been replaced by a shiny holographic background. There are also the words 'Me & My Daddy etched within the top of the frame in black writing. The frame is backed by black brushed velvet and has been designed to slide out to enable you to place your special photo in and then when the backing is replaced the picture is held very securely.This frame has also been designed to stand on any flat surface and comes well tissue paper and bubble wrapped all within a blue gift box to ensure it's safe delivery to your door.Holds a 6 x 4' photoApprox Photo Frame Dimensions:W: 19cm H: 21cm D: 1cm

£6.99

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Get ready to see the world from a different angle. Experience the thrills of aerobatic manoeuvres such as loops (the world becomes all green, then blue and then all green again), rolls, stall turns, chandelles and steep turns. The planes used for this exhilarating flight include Chipmunk, Pitts Special, Cap 10, Cessna Aerobat, Slings by Firefly or Stampe Biplane. Depending on location, you can take the controls in a trial lesson under the guidance of an expert instructor, or you can take a pleasure flight as your pilot puts the plane through its paces.Safety briefing and outline of your flightThe length of flight, type of aircraft and type of flight depend on location. Full details sent with each voucherAllow 1-1 hour for your visit which will include approx 20-25 mins flying timeExperience gift box including smart wallet, personalised voucher, message card and single use cameraPA cover to a value of 50,000 plus cancellation indemnityWhat happens on the day:When you arrive, you will normally be asked to sign an indemnity form which will also require parental/guardian signature for under 18's.Following pre-flight briefing, you will board the plane and take off for your aerobatic session. A few miles from base, the pilot will perform several manoeuvres suitable to the aeroplane and weather at the time.Need to know:Minimum age 12-16 depending on location (under 18s need parental/guardian consent)You should be in reasonable health, able to withstand extra G forces and agile enough to climb into the aircraft.Minimum height 4-10' (147cms), max height 64 (193cms) depending on location. Maximum weight 18 stones (114kgs) depending on locationLocations:Cambridgeshire - Cambridge, PeterboroughHumberside - Stamford BridgeLondon - Stapleford TawneyStaffordshire - NeedwoodEssex - SouthendGloucestershire - CheltenhamNorfolk - NorwichSurrey - Camberley (14 stone restriction) & Redhill (15 stone restriction)

£186.95

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Wheels churning and axles grinding, learn the skills of observation, planning and manoeuvring as you tackle side slopes, steep inclines and rutted tracks of amazingly challenging terrain. This course is both fun and serious skills acquisition all rolled into one. Your instructor will soon have you driving off-road like an expert, and you'll certainly regard 4WD vehicles with new respect in future.Introduction to off-road handling techniques as part of a small groupTraining from a qualified instructor and hands-on drivingAllow 2-3 hours for your visitExperience gift box including smart wallet, personalised voucher, message card and single use cameraPA cover to a value of 50,000 plus cancellation indemnity.What happens on the day:When you arrive, you will normally be asked to sign an indemnity form which will also require parental/guardian signature for under 18s. Your session will usually be shared with other drivers. You will be given an initial briefing, followed by detailed training from an instructor before being allowed to drive the vehicle yourself under his/her guidance once you are judged to be safe enough.Need to know:Minimum age 16-18 depending on location (under 18s need parental/guardian consent)You should be in reasonable health and agile enough to climb into the vehicle Hold a full UK Driving licence at some locations and for a minimum of 1 year depending on locationMinimum height 5-52 (152cms-157cms), max height 63-67 (191cms-201cms) depending on location. Maximum weight 18-20 stones (114kgs-127kgs) depending on locationLocations:Avon - BristolCumbria - PenrithHampshire - AndoverBedfordshire - LutonHertfordshire - Markyate, Welwyn Garden CityIreland - WicklowLincolnshire - Louth, StamfordMerseyside - Prescot (entrance fee to Safari Park for spectators)Northants - CorbyOxfordshire - BanburyScotland - Dunfermline, StirlingShropshire - WhitchurchSussex - East GrinsteadWales - Pontardawe, Glamorgan, WrexhamWarwickshire - KenilworthWiltshire - Castle CombeS. Yorkshire - Sheffield, Ferrybridge.

£148.95

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This Tan Three Piece Credit Card Keyring Pen Gift Set is a fabulous gift for a man or dad who has everything and is awkward to buy for!The three piece set is made by Russ Berrie and has a lovely quality finish. All three items are set within a foam black gift box. Contained within the gift set is a tan blue biro pen, a matching shiny silver and snakeskin style tan key ring and finally a shiny silver and snakeskin style tan card holder.Tan Three Piece Credit Card Keyring Pen Gift Set Box MeasuresW: 13cmH: 16cmD: 3cm

£8.99

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This great No 1 Dad satin silver photo frame makes a beautiful keepsake gift for a special dad whatever the occasion.The No 1 Dad satin silver photo frame has been designed and made to incorporate the number '1' to the left hand side of the frame and attached to the number one is a shiny silver hash '#'. Along the bottom of the photo frame in a raised embossed style is the word 'DAD' in matt silver. The remainder of the outer edge of the photo frame has a smooth shiny silver finish. To the reverse of the photo frame it has been wonderfully finished with black velvet and there are four swivel hooks that remove and replace the back so that you can safely store and display a 4' x 6' photo.The No 1 dad photo frame comes wrapped in tissue paper, bubble wrap and within a blue gift box.No 1 Dad Photo Frame FeaturesShiny and Matt Silver finish Holds a 4' x 6' PhotoA No '1' has been designed to encompass the outer edges of the photo frameA raised embossed 'DAD' is displayed and the bottom of the photo frameComes well packaged within tissue paper, bubble wrap and within a blue gift boxNo 1 Dad Photo Frame Approximate MeasurementsW: 13.5cmH: 15.5cmD: 1cm

£7.99

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Due to the great success of the fantastic Air Acrobat, silverlit have moved things forward one stage further with the new Air Dasher. The design of the Air Dasher is of a generously swept back wing design ensuring a stable flight, whilst the 3 Channel remote control provides steering using differential thrust, elevator and motor control. The Air Dasher can take off from the ground or land and can perform impressive loops and stunts!The Air Dasher is made of a lightweight impact resistant expanded Polypropylene Foam for the best possible strength to weight ratio which come in 3 fabulous styles and operates on Bands A, B & C, so that you can fly up to 3 planes together with your friends, the only question will be who will do the best stunts! The air dasher charges direct from the transmitter in less than half an hour and provides exciting flights of up to ten minutes between charges.Silverlit X Twin Air Dasher Aeroplane Further InformationCharging takes between 20-30 minutes for a full charge which will give you 5-10 minutes of flying time.Charger incorporates LED charging indicator and an auto shut off facility when battery is charged.6 x 1.5v AA Alkaline Batteries for are required for the transmitter/charger unfortunately these are not provided.The Air Dasher Plane comes completely assembled ready-to-fly, with pre-installed 3 Channel Digital Radio Control. There are two independent speed controllers enabling the two powerful wing mounted miniature electric motors to steer the model by simply moving the transmitter joy stick left or right, and allow full throttle control for climb or descent. Also features an elevator function to perform loops and stunts.Can be flown indoors in a large hall, or outside in calm conditions. Sophisticated wing design, for maximum stability perfect for inexperienced pilots.Made from strong, flexible EPP Foam, to absorb impact from a heavy landing. Flying range is up to 100m or 300ft and comes in three frequencies and colours A, B & C allowing three flights to be done at the same time. Instruction manual is included giving helpful tips Suitable for ages 8+

£30.95

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This fabulous pocket sized 2oz Hip Flask and Business Card Holder makes a great gift for those businessmen who love a tipple.The 2oz hip flask is made from shiny stainless steel and has four swarvoski crystals featured within the bottom on the hip flask setting it above any other hip flasks on the market. At the top of the flask is an easy screw off top. Also within the gift set is a shiny stainless steel business card holder, this also has four swarvoski crystals set in the top. To fill the holder you simply lift the top and this easily folds back on the hinges, you can then slide in your business cards then replace the lid to secure. The two items are then placed within a velvet lined black gift box.Hip Flask Business Card Holder Gift Set with Swarvoski Crystals FeaturesBoth items have a Stainless Steel Shiny finish with four swarvoski crystal set within.2oz hip flask has an easy screw off lid, wonderfully small perfect for your pockets.Shiny Silver Stainless Steel Business card holder with swarvoski crystals.Black velvet lined black gift presentation boxInstructions for hip flask2oz Hip Flask and Business Card Holder Gift Box Measures ApproximatelyW: 19cmH: 4.5cmD:13cm

£20.95

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Great novelty gift and fabulous quality Motorbike Cufflinks.The cufflinks have been designed to look just like a pair of racing motorbike's and have a shiny silver finish. Great novelty gift for himThe Motorbike cufflinks are placed on a black velvet base and come very well presented within a black gift box Motorbike Cuff Links per link MeasurementsW: 2cmH: 1cmD: 0.5cm

£7.99

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This Golf Ball and Golf Club cuff link set makes a great gift for a man who loves his golf.The cufflinks have been designed to look just like the bottom end of a golf club and half a pitted style golf ball. Both items have a shiny silver finish and both have flat backs so that they can gently sit flat against the cuffs of each shirt sleeve. Each set of cuff links come beautifully placed in a velvet foam lined black gift presentation box.Club Cuff Link MeasuresW: 1.2cmH: 1.5cmD: 0.5cmGolf Ball Cuff Link MeasuresW: 1.4cmH: 1.4cmD: 0.5cmGift Presentation Box MeasuresW: 8cmH: 5.5cmD: 3.5cm

£7.99

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These Guitar cufflinks are a great unusual gift for those music lovers.The cufflinks have been designed and made to look just like traditional wooden style guitars. Each cufflink is made from chrome in a shiny silver finish. The detail is fantastic, even down to the strings! Each guitar cuff link sits flat against the cuffs of the shirt sleeve Great novelty gift for himThe two guitar cufflinks are placed on a black velvet base and come very well presented within a black gift box Guitar Cufflinks Approx MeasurementsW: 1cmH: 2.5mD: 1cm

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This pair of formula one cuff links are a great fun gift for a F1 fanatic whatever the occasion.The formula One cufflinks have been designed to look just like a pair of formula one cars. The detail is exceptional even down to them having four wheels, low profile body, rear spoiler and low profile front skirt. Both items have a chrome shiny silver finish and have flat backs so that they can gently sit flat against the cuffs of each shirt sleeve. Each set of cuff links come beautifully placed in a velvet foam lined black gift presentation box.Formula One Cuff Links MeasureW: 2.5cmH: 1.5cmD: 0.5mGift Presentation Box MeasuresW: 8cmH: 5.5cmD: 3.5cm

£7.99

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This New Dad Photo Frame is a fantastic rarely seen photo frame which makes the perfect gift for a new dad celebrating the exciting new arrival of their little one.The New Dad Photo Frame is made from brushed aluminium and across the top of the frame is the word 'new dad' in black and below is a red heart. To the reverse the photo frame has been beautifully finished with black velvet and to place your 4' x 6' landscape photo all you simply do is slide out the back, place in the photo and replace the back. There is also a black velvet stand so that you can stand your photo frame on any flat surface.To ensure your photo frame arrives to your door in one piece the photo frame has been wrapped in tissue paper, bubble wrap and within a picture frame gift box.New Dad Photo Frame MeasuresW: 19.5cmH: 15cmD: 1cm

£6.99

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This gorgeous Me and My Daddy photo frame is the ideal gift for your special Dad, the only dilemma now is the decision of which photo of the two of you that you would like to display!The outer edge of the photo frame has been finished with brushed aluminium and along the bottom are the words 'me and my daddy' and some colourful designs which include a flower, love heart, sun and hearts and stars. A 6' x 4' landscape photo can be displayed. To the reverse the frame has a black velvet back with a matching stand so that it can be stood on any flat surface.Me and My Daddy Photo Frame MeasuresW: 17cmH: 16cmD: 1cm

£5.99

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This fantastic golf course style clock, note pad and pen desk top organiser is a great gift for a man who loves his golf and would benefit from having this great looking golf course organiser on their desk!The desktop organiser has a shiny mahogany oval shaped finish and set within are two green grass style pitches! Set within one grass pitch is a yellow jiffy style post it note pad and to the back of this grass pitch is the word 'golf' in a shiny silver finish. The letter 'o' has been made to look like a golf ball and to the front has a white clock face with black hands. The right hand green pitch has a white golf ball and a hole with a silver post with flag, the silver post with flag when removed is also a very clever design as it is the pen!Golf Clock Note Pad and Pen Desk Set Approximately MeasuresW: 21.5cmH: 5.5cmD: 14cm

£23.95

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This Black Card Holder Pen and Keyring Gift Set is a great gift for a man who has it all whatever the occasion.This set includes a handy pocket sized black leatherette card holder which has featured white stitching. Inside are eighteen plastic sleeves so up to thirty six business cards can be stored. There is also a black and silver biro which has a blue nib. Lastly is a key ring which has black with white stitching and a silver loop key ring. All three items come within a black and white stitched with a clear acetate front gift presentation box.Black Card Holder Pen and Key Ring Gift Box Set MeasuresW: 20cmH: 15cmD: 3.5cm

£13.95

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This Black 3oz Hip Flask Pen and Key Ring Gift Set is a great gift for a man who has it all whatever the occasion.This set includes a 3oz hip flask which has a lovely black leatherette outer finish with white stitching. The top and the bottom have a shiny silver stainless steel finish. The top has a screw on off lid which is held with a hinge to save losing the lid after a few swigs! Secondly there is a black and silver pen which has a blue nib and lastly is a key ring. The key ring has a black leatherette with the white stitching finish and at the front is a matt plaque if you would like to have the item engraved (unfortunately this is not a service that we are able to offer at A1 Gifts) or alternatively it looks great plain. The top part of the key ring has a shiny chrome finish. All three items come within a black and white stitched with a clear acetate front gift presentation box.Black 3oz Hip Flask Pen and Key Ring Gift Set Box MeasuresW: 20.5cmH: 15cmD: 3.5cm

£15.95

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This lovely Harvey Makin Gold Tie and Cufflink Gift Set is the perfect present for those hard to buy for men who have it all!Within the black Harvey Makin gift box comes a wonderful gold and black chequered tie and a pair of chrome half moon cufflinks these have a featured black etching within.Harvey Makin Gold Tie and Cufflink Gift Set Box MeasuresW: 9.5cmH: 6.5cmD: 10cm

£13.95

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This lovely Harvey Makin Blue Striped Tie and Cufflink Gift Set is the perfect present for those hard to buy for men who have it all!Within the black Harvey Makin gift box comes a wonderful royal blue, black and grey striped tie and a pair of chrome rectangular cufflinks these have a featured three shiny royal blue stripes etched within.Harvey Makin Blue Striped Tie and Cufflink Gift Set MeasuresW: 9.5cmH: 6.5cmD: 10cm

£13.95

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