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A day out with the family in Leicester

June 14, 2021

Fun in Leicestershire for the kids (and the parents!)

Want to have a fun day out with the kids? It doesn't matter if it's on a rainy or sunny day, there are plenty of things to do in Leicester that will keep the kids entertained and make for an enjoyable family outing. This blog post is for parents who want to find ways to enjoy themselves while their children have fun too. We'll talk about indoor activities that allow the kids to stay active while mom enjoys coffee (or wine) and kid-friendly outdoor adventures like kayaking!

First, let's talk rainy days out in Leicestershire. Here are some ideas for what you can do:

1. Visit Leicester Museum and Art Gallery

At the Leicester Museum and Art Gallery, formerly known as the New Walk Museum, kids can learn about their massive, scaly, prehistoric cousins in the dinosaur exhibit, then blow their little minds learning about cosmic wonders in the Wild Space exhibit. Let the kiddos romp around and fiddle with the interactive exhibits while expanding their minds. All free of charge!

2. Play Laser Tag at Laserforce

Are you ready to win Parent of the Year? Your kids are going to flip over this one.

Laserforce is a futuristic game that allows players to embody a space hero (or villain) in the flesh. Don your glittering battle suits and grab your (super safe, infrared-shooting) laser gun and prepare for WAR! Be quick to determine who are friends, foes, or aliens within the immersive, fast-paced arena.

Laserforce practically guarantees a great time for all participants, irrespective of age or experience. Even Moms are enthusiastically encouraged to join the battle!

3. Explore The National Space Center

The National Space Centre is always an exciting place for kids with lots of hands-on activities and exhibits. Kids will love exploring Space Town and playing games in Earth Plaza. At the end of the tour-de-space, treat your little ones to some astronaut ice cream!

Now, for sunny days in the Midlands:

4. Feel the wind on your face kayaking with Let's Get Lost

The UK is home to beautiful rivers and lakes, so why not take the plunge!

Explore nature with your kids from your kayaks, paddling along the mellow River Soar. Or, if you’re keen for a break, relinquish your parenting duties to LGL staff (just for a little while, of course), hop on a kayak, and paddle to the pub while the kids are taken care of!

Let's Get Lost loves to help families bond on the water. Family time, time in nature and a good workout- a day on the water will surely tick all your boxes.

5. Enjoy a walk in the park or along the water

The Midlands are full of excellent options for you and your family to enjoy obstacle-free outdoor spaces that are safe for kids. Stroll through Fosse Meadows Country Park or maybe have a picnic at Thornton Reservoir. Bring the dog to Abbey Park and toss the frisbee around (and maybe let the kids join in too)!

6. Watch an outdoor movie screening under the stars on Jubilee Square!

Jubilee Square hosts tons of free film showings, many of which are excellent choices for kids and parents alike. Bring a picnic blanket, some popcorn, and snuggle up!

Whether you want an activity that will get your kids’ energy out or you just want to relax together as a family, there are lots of options in Leicestershire for whatever your goal maybe! If you need some help planning the perfect day with your loved ones, be sure to visit Let's Get Lost and let us plan your trip for you. We can't wait to help you make memories with your family!

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Kayaking and Canoeing In Leicester

May 18, 2021

Canoeing and Kayaking In Leicester

Check out this useful information before going on your canoe or kayak adventure.

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Do I need a license for Canoeing and Kayaking?

Simple answer, yes if going on your own, if you paddle with Let’s Get Lost you paddle under our waterways license.

Before you decide to go paddling by yourself, or even as part of a club, you’ll need the necessary license for kayaking and canoeing on inland waterways. Thankfully, membership of British Canoeing will give you the necessary permissions for most inland waterways in England and Wales If you want to take a friend in another boat, they’ll have to have a separate license.

Where can I go canoeing or kayaking near me?

Search through Let’s Get Lost experiences to find a kayaking experience near you. If you’re looking to go paddling in your own boat, make sure you check whether you need a license to paddle there. Canals and inland rivers can be great places to kayak and canoe as waters can be easier to navigate and manage than tidal waters. However, for many inland rivers in the UK, you’ll need to work out whether you are able to canoe or kayak there due to both private restrictions and licensing restrictions.

Restrictions also exist for where land is privately owned (e.g. beaches), where there are environmental protection schemes such as Nature reserves, where there are military bases or activity happening, or where there are restrictions due to safety such as avoiding shipping lanes, waste disposal, or dangerous wrecks.
There are some places where licenses aren’t required, like paddling in the sea, estuaries, or most tidal water (which can often travel quite far up many rivers). However, these are the areas that require skill and experience to go paddling. Nevertheless, this type of kayaking can offer some of the most rewarding experiences with sightings of seals and a wealth of other animals.

Safety Advice for Canoeing and Kayaking

A license is just one small part of the puzzle when it comes to working out where and when to paddle. See our list below on things to consider before going canoeing or kayaking:

Weather, flow, tides, and visibility: Attention should be paid to the flow of the river by checking the environment agency website and others. A significant flow on the river can be caused by excessive rain, often hundreds of miles away, that over a number of days, pour into the river can cause significant currents. Whilst it’s often hard to see ‘flow’ just by looking at the river the National River Flow Archive can provide specific information on the flow to enable you to decide if it’s worth the outing. Often, it’s much nicer to paddle in calmer waters, rather than battling a surging river and having greater risk around meanders, bridges, and other boat vessels, so this is something to consider. Likewise, wind, tide, weather, and visibility should be taken into consideration when planning your canoeing or kayaking trip. - Conditions within your level of capability Always err on the side of caution when going out in your canoe or kayak and make sure you’re comfortable with the conditions of the water
Tell your friends: Let people know where you’re going and when you expect to be back. Ideally, go with a group of people so if someone falls in, you’ll have others to help or raise the alarm - Get training: Book in a canoeing or kayaking instructor course or experience days
Practice falling in drills: In calmer waters and with the instruction of an instructor, practice how to fall in and what to do when you do fall in, so you’re prepared on what to do
Consider wearing safety equipment such as buoyancy aids, which can be life-savers in many scenarios even if you’re a strong swimmer, the water temperature, flow, or taking a knock to the head, can all present risks that will make your swimming skills useless and a buoyancy aid life-saving
Wear appropriate clothing for the conditions of your paddle. Don’t risk getting soaking wet and cold in the rain if you’re going out for prolonged periods
Be aware of waterway restrictions, from boating lanes, military operations, and more, to avoid any dangers - Make sure to get stacked up on nutrition and water to maintain energy levels if you’re going for over an hour's paddle.
Take a communication device, mobile, or radio in case of emergency and call 999 if needed.

Canoeing and Kayaking for Families and Kids

Canoeing and Kayaking are great family-friendly sports. Canoes are more of the stable and spacious choice that allows for gentle and calm paddling experiences. Kayaking also offers the option for two-seaters that are a great way to bond with a friend or family member. Recreational Kayaks are built for stability and so it's more difficult to fall in or get wet. When it comes to the types of water to look out for, calmer water makes for a more enjoyable experience with kids. Look out for local lakes or canals for safer and more tranquil paddling. The beauty of canoeing and kayaking is that they are 'sit down' sports. The level of fitness required for both is relatively low, so most people can get involved with the sport.

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9 Incredible Sports You Have To Try This Year In Leicestershire

May 12, 2021

Leicestershire isn't well known for its outdoor sports but when you just do a little bit of research you can discover some amazing sport to try this year. Check out these 9 incredible outdoor sports we recommend trying this year in Leicestershire.

1: Rock Climbing

Rock Climbing - is a sport that consumes a lot of precision and accuracy. While doing this sport, you are mainly attached to a rope that can save you from falling down when making (predictable) mistakes. This sport is totally different no matter where you do it, as you can view wonderful sights of UK each step of the way. Call of the Wild’s, in Wales, climbing sessions are usually based in the Brecon Beacons, a beautiful area to cut your teeth in this fun world. There are different sites used when training beginners. Don’t worry too much as you’ll receive full instruction so plummeting to your demise isn’t a very likely outcome. It’s another way to enjoy the outdoors with friends and family.

Where To Try - The Tower Climbing Centre

What it costs - Starting from £5 per person, plus £5 equipment hire (if needed)

2: Kayaking & Canoeing

Kayaking - Too often, we obsessively glorify new fitness fads, overlooking some of the tried and true activities that aren’t as flashy. While we like to check out the latest workouts and crazes, it’s always nice to get back to basics and the outdoors will always be our favorite fitness center. Kayaking is one of those classic activities that puts you right in the center of nature and provides an excellent workout. We love paddling and we think you should try it.

Where To Try - Let’s Get Lost

What it costs - Starting from £30 per person

3: Scuba Diving

Scuba Diving - Have you ever dreamed of scuba diving the Great Barrier Reef? Just imagine sinking down into the warm waters, exploring coral gardens, and seeing this wondrous world through the eyes of a fish. Learning to scuba dive is easy and is your passport to a brave new world.

Where To Try - Stoney Cove

What it costs - Starting from £25 per person

4: Snorkeling

Snorkeling - is a simple and fun activity that can easily be enjoyed by the whole family - children, parents and even grandparents ! All that’s required is that snorkelers must know how to swim and be moderately comfortable in the water. A few accessories, such as buoys, inflatable noodles and even a vest can provide the youngest children with some extra buoyancy, so that they won’t get tired as quickly and will be able to enjoy the water for a longer period of time.

Where To Try - Leicester Underwater Exploration Club

What it costs - Starting from £5 per person

5: Mountain Biking

Mountain Biking - At Everards Meadows you can enjoy miles of peaceful traffic-free cycling along brand new waymarked cycle paths, or take the Great Central Way and explore the city of Leicester by bike.

When you arrive, they’ll give you a map and talk you through the waymarked route options, including shorter family-friendly routes, taking in kids' play areas, and cafes.

Where To Try - Rutland Cycling

What it costs - Starting from £10.99

6: Paddleboarding

Paddleboarding - You don’t have to travel all the way to the River Nile in order to give it a go! Perhaps not as dangerous as other activities on this list, paddleboarding offers a number of different options to ride, such as rivers, lakes, and even the sea. Dependent on your need for an adrenaline rush, your location will offer that much-needed excitement. You can find paddleboarding schools across the UK.

Where To Try - Leicester Windsurfing & SUP Club

What it costs - Starting from £5 per person

7: Bouldering

Bouldering - This sport is for those who find rock climbing too mainstream. Performed without ropes, harnesses, or any safety equipment, bouldering is usually done for less than 20 feet (six meters). Also, most climbers use climbing shoes for better grip and chalk to keep the hands dry.

Where To Try - Social Climbing

What it costs - Starting from £7 per person

8: Parkour

Parkour - An intense activity, and one that requires you to be physically and mentally fit, parkour (or free running) enthusiasts must jump over, slide under, climb or otherwise navigate obstacles in their path from point A to point B, all without breaking stride. This may sound easy, but barriers like stairs, pillars and road blocks can test your physical stamina and endurance.

Where To Try - Jump

What it costs - Starting from £10 per person

9: Skydiving

Skydiving - is a natural adrenaline sport. This adventure sport will literally make you scream from the bottom of your lungs, jumping out of a plane has that effect on people. When making that jump, it’ll go down as one of the most memorable events in your life time. Skydiving gives you a sense of freedom like no other, and the scenery from up above is second to none. This sport should totally be in your bucket list. Be sure to take lessons first and remember to check if the skydiving school is approved by the BPA (British Parachute Association). This skydiving experience is absolutely worth trying during your time in the UK!

Where To Try - Just on the outskirts of Leicestershire at Skydive Langer

What it costs - Starting from £230 per person

Recycle 'non-recyclable' items at Fosse Park M&S

March 12, 2019

A new recycling project aimed at turning plastic into playground equipment is being launched at Marks & Spencer’s Fosse Park store in Leicester.

The scheme will accept types of plastic not normally taken by council-run recycling schemes in the city and county.

M&S said they want to “prevent plastic waste from going to landfill” by helping customers to bring back non-recyclable plastic packaging.

Customers can drop a variety of plastic packaging into new recycling bins at the Fosse Park store.

A spokesman for M&S said: “The scheme will accept items including black ready meal trays, crisp packets, sauce sachets and certain cosmetics containers, all of which aren’t currently recycled by local councils and typically end up in landfill.”

The recycling scheme will take types of plastic not normally recycled by local authorities (Image: M&S)

The retailer has pledged to give collected plastic a new life by recycling it into store fittings, furniture and playground equipment for schools.

The scheme will also see collection points installed at primary schools across Leicester in collaboration with the waste education social enterprise, Wastebuster, where pupils will be taught about the importance of recycling and reducing plastic waste, with the plastic collected “transformed into playground equipment for pupils to enjoy”.

Katy Newnham, a director at Wastebuster, said: “If education is one of the most powerful weapons that can be used to change the world, children are the agents of change.

“This project aims to harness that potential by informing, inspiring and empowering children to help unlock the potential of UK plastic recycling and become the responsible consumers of tomorrow.”

“Schools may only generate a small percentage of UK plastics, but they represent 100% of tomorrow’s population. By educating children to see how they can help care for the environment, through responsible management of plastics, we are empowering the next generation the tools and mindset to shape a more sustainable future.”

Laura Fernandez, Senior Packaging Technologist at M&S, added: “As we continue to work towards our plastic reduction goals, we want to go a step further and help our customers and the next generation to have a real impact on the environment.”

She added: “Customers often don’t know how best to recycle certain types of plastic or where it goes after being collected by local councils.

“We’re on a mission to provide a greater awareness of landfill avoidance and plastic recyclability, while ultimately helping our customers to give plastic a new purpose and support a truly circular economy.”

As part of its plastic plan, M&S said it will ensure all of its packaging is widely recyclable by 2022, which will see the retailer remove 1,700 tonnes of black plastic packaging by this Spring.

Fosse Park M&S is among the first stores to run the recycling scheme before it is rolled out to other stores in the UK by the end of the year.

Plastic technology firm, Dow, is supporting the project to help give the collected plastic a new purpose.

The M&S spokesman said: “As part of our goal of becoming a zero-waste business by 2025, we are committed to only using plastic in the business where there is a clear and demonstrable benefit of doing so.”

The retailer said it is replacing it with “planet friendly” alternatives.

It has already started phasing out black plastic used in products such as ready meals and and fruit and vegetables, and intends to extend this to fish, meat and poultry later this year.

M&S has already phased out 75 million pieces of plastic cutlery given out in its stores each year and replaced two million straws with paper alternatives.

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Resource curtesy of Leicestershire Live

5 Top Tips for taking your dog paddling

January 30, 2019

We loved this article from Go Paddling so much we had to share it…

Thinking about taking your dog paddling? No!? You should! Paddling with your dog is a great way to include them on your adventures. After all, dogs are part of the family, so it’s only natural that you want to take them with you. To help you get started, we’ve got some handy tips…

5 top tips for taking your dog paddling

Protect your pooch – It may seem obvious but it’s important to take your dog swimming before you take them out. It gives you and them confidence. Even if your dog is a good swimmer, a well fitted dog buoyancy aid with a lifting handle is a must. The fit and handle are super important if you need to lift your dog back into the boat. You also need to think about things like drinking water, a small first aid kit (including Vaseline), vet wrap and gauze.
Claw patrol – Ensure you have proper covers on your kit so your dog can’t damage it with their claws. It’s worth having airbag covers in your canoe, and drybags come in handy too, doubling up as a dog bed, especially on paddleboards!
Fur the love of nature – Sorry to lower the tone, but a good supply of poo bags is an essential part of any doggy adventure, plus a dedicated ‘storage’ box like an old tupperware clip box. Also be aware of the environment you are in and be careful of other wildlife. Dogs love to play duck chase, so use a lead if you think your dog might be feeling a bit cheeky!
Paws for thought – Shocking we know, but not everyone loves your dog as much as you. Ask people you are paddling with if they are comfortable having a dog there before you head out.
Fun unleashed – Above all, have fun but remember to be safe and respectful. Think ahead and pack a bag of treats including floating tennis balls, a frisbee and food. Scope out trips you can do where there are dog friendly pubs or picnic sites where your dog can run.

Now you’re ready to go paddling with your four-legged friend. Don’t forget to take lots of cute dog pics along the way!

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21 Gift and Experience Ideas In Leicester

December 20, 2018

Gift & Experience ideas to spoil that special someone..

1: Let's start off with a bang... orrrr a 'happy baby' pose.

6-week Yoga programme With Krupa Shikotra...

Practicing Yoga In any shape or form has amazing benefits alone!

But here's some more benefits to having the 6-week yoga programmes I'm running 🧡

DM if you'd like to get involved in the 6-week programmes and start the journey For YOU ✌

The programme is the perfect way to work with special health concerns, injuries or any other limitations you may experience..by learning how to adapt and modify postures to suit your needs
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Private yoga lessons will give you a crash course on the basics of yoga, which will give you the foundation necessary to feel comfortable in a group environment.

The sessions can be offered in the comfort of your own home and at a time that better suits your life, making it easier not to lose the motivation.

Allows me to help you set specific goal and plans, such as rehabilitation or personal goals for flexibility, strength or meditation.
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Develop and learn..take your yoga practice to the next level, explore areas in more depth or simply have some support whilst leading you into more challenging poses in a safe and inspiring environment.

Get in touch by email: krupashikotra@gmail.com or visiting Krupa Shikotra Yoga and DM for more information on the 6-week programme.

2: Create a family tradition with these gems 💎...

Elegent, timeless, ceramic baubles with your loved ones names on. A meaningful gift that can be treasured forever. Your choice of name in various colours to suit.

One of my favourite things in life is creating memories and at Christmas I am all about tradition. We listen to the same songs and watch the same festive films and rather than this being tiresome, it's comforting and warming instead and brings with it all the feels. It makes me happy. Although times and tastes change we still have a handful of decorations we put out every year, Christmas wouldn't be the same without them.

No matter how your scheme changes or how old your kids gets these personalised ceramic baubles will last a lifetime. Start a new tradition today.

3: Social Climbing - Bouldering Centre in Leicester

Such a fun and cool experience for everyone whether you're just getting into climbing or a pro.

Give a gift of a day pass for your loved ones!!

Try it out for as little as £7 for kids or £9 for adults. With staff willing to help and guide and lots of fun routes to work on it’s a great way to socialise and build confidence!

Visit: https://www.social-climbing.com/ for more information or visit Hannah and the team in the Highcross Leicester

4: 9 Hole Event Hire

Another incredible Leicester based business, what an amazing idea!! Hire this 9 hole crazy golf course to bring the seaside fun home. *Suitable for all sorts of adults 😄😜.

Fun! Life can be far too serious sometimes. Every now and then we need to break away from the responsibilities of the day to day and just enjoy ourselves. Behave as though we were kids again, not have a care in the word, feel joy, be silly and laugh with abandon. All these feelings come with playing on our portable 9 Hole Crazy Golf Course. We are suitable for any event whether that be a Wedding, Party, Corporate Do or any other Function you can think of. We arrive and set everything up so all you need to do is pick up a putter and play!
What's the first thing we do when we go to the seaside? Eat an ice cream and play crazy golf of course. Think of how happy you feel when you play, we can bring that feeling to your event. You won't be able to keep the smile off your face 😊

Visit their facebook page or visit: http://9holeeventhire.com/ to find out more details.

Day 5: Wood Doodles.

This guy is a man of many talents and is offering his amazing spoon carving courses through out 2019.

Visit: www.wood-doodles.co.uk to find out more information, or DM on the Wood Doodles Facebook page (tagged above).

He even has a waiting list it’s that good!! So don’t leave it till last minute or you will miss out.

6: Hotpod Yoga Leicester

10 Days of Yoga for £15 👀🧘‍♀️

Know a friend who is dreading the winter months? What a great gift to avoid the winter hibernation and keep your body moving with Hotpod Yoga Leicester's Intro Offer - 10 days of hot yoga for £15!!

Download & book via the app 'Hotpod Yoga' or visit: https://hotpodyoga.com/uk/yoga-classes/leicester/

DM their facebook page (tagged above) or email: leicester@hotpodyoga.com for more information on this amazing offer.

7: Rothley Wine Estate

Wine tasting and vineyard tour.

You don't get many chances to visit a vineyard living in Leicestershire but this one is incredible. Based in Rothley, this cosy family run vineyard will treat you like royalty. Have a tour of the vineyard and discover how the wine is made. Afterwards, relax and have a glass (or two) of their homemade delicious wine & take a walk down to the picturesque waterside at the bottom of the vineyard.

A great day out for everyone.

Visit their facebook page (tagged above) and DM for more information or visit: https://rothleywine.com/

8: Scuba Diving with Let's Get Lost Leicester

If you have ever wondered what is going on in under the water world & wanted to explore, then these courses are the way to do it!

They’ll open up a whole new world for you to explore;
> Diving with dolphins,
> Exploring sunken ships,
> Dive between the tectonic plates or
> Exploring underwater caves.

There are truly an endless amount of adventures you can do that these courses give you the passport to explore.

From Open Water Diver to Rescue Scuba Diver and all sorts of speciality qualifications in between, there is a course for all the explorers out there.

DM us on our Facebook page, email: hello@letsgetlostleicester.com or visit: https://www.letsgetlostleicester.com/learn-to-dive/

9: The Bridge To Hope Coffee

Treat yourself whilst helping the homeless.

'Eric' a 50-year-old Ice Cream caravan trailer converted coffee wagon, who has a huge selection of hot drinks with added Christmas specials; Winter Spice, Eggnog and Gingerbread lattes. They also have indulgent hot chocolate and a white chocolate which is heavenly.

#Vegans are well catered for with options for Hot Chocolate and Chai Lattes and a great selection of delicious treats from Chocoholic.

'Eric' is currently cosying up at the Ice Rink in Jubilee Square in Leicester's city centre for the whole of Christmas until Jan 6th.

So get your ass down to Jubilee Square and go say hello to these wonderful people & 'Eric' and grab yourself a delicious hot drink to warm you up during this winter festive period.

The funds go to a range of services offered at the Charity from paying the
building rates, to art therapy sessions and of course towards feeding the
guests.

At least £1.00 per drink goes to The Bridge, this equates to 1
meal for a homeless person or rough sleeper.

If you want to get in touch to find out more information please visit their facebook page (tagged above) and send them a DM, I am sure they would love to hear from you or visit: http://www.bridgeleicester.org/ to find out more about the charity.

10: Escape

Gift voucher for an escape room.

If you've never experienced an escape room before this is your chance!! The thrill and excitement as you enter the room for the first time & try to workout the clues is immense. And if you have already done one then you know how exciting and challenging they can be and you've been waiting for this excuse to go back...

Treat your family & friends with an escape 🎁gift voucher this Christmas🎄(giving you the perfect reason to join them)

Beat the clock or get trapped inside forever!!

Send Escape Leicester (tagged above) a DM for more information, visit: www.escape-leicester.co.uk or give them a call for more info.

💻 www.escape-leicester.co.uk
📞 07539 866 994

11: Flip Out Leicester Trampoline Park

Jump into Christmas this year with Flip Out Leicester.

This snowball fight sounds awesome!!

It's £10.99, this includes access to all of their trampolines, foam pits, gladiator beams, tumble tracks, wipeout machine and the insane obstacle course.

The arena will be filled with snowballs for you to launch at each other, are you a dodger or a thrower? 🎄🎅

Sessions will run at 12pm, 2pm & 4pm.

Visit their facebook page (tagged above) & send them a DM. visit: https://www.flipout.co.uk/locations/leicester/ to find out more information.

12: Personalised handwritten greeting cards

Personalised handwritten greeting cards featuring your favourite quotes and special messages to give you & your loved ones all the feels, by the wonderful Jos Westwick.

Find out more details by checking out @westeleven on https://www.instagram.com/westeleven_/ or visit: www.westelevendesigns.co.uk to get them before they have gone.

13: Adventurer: kayak & Camping with Let's Get Lost Leicester

Give a gift of adventure!

Disconnect completely from the busy rush of the city and immerse yourself in adventure for a full day and overnight stay. Kayak along our river route designed for wildlife spotting and getting your fix of fun, stop off at a riverside pub for an ice cold drink, before paddling to our secret campsite in the woods for an evening of delicious BBQ food and campfire conversations!

Whether you want to grab your pals and bring them along, or come on your own and make new friends - this trip is the perfect way to escape the everyday and bring back the fun and adventure to your life!

Find out more details, send us a DM or visit: https://www.letsgetlostleicester.com/kayak-camping-trips/

14: A gift of fitness with PT sessions, Chris Barana Personal Training

Know a friend wanting to kick off their new year's resolutions with a bang? Or maybe you're wanting to treat yourself to some PT sessions?

Grab this amazing offer from Chris:

>>> Bring a friend or family for a free training session or nutritional advice <<<

>>> Get yourself 2 sessions 25% off when you buy 10 sessions up front <<<

Visit his facebook page (tagged above) and send Chris a DM to find out more information.

15: Leicestershire Ghost Hunts

Take part in real paranormal investigations with all the very latest paranormal equipment on-hand. Your Haunted Evening will combine an array of new and old style experiments at some of the most haunted locations throughout the UK.

Choose from haunted castles, museums, mansions, underground haunts and abandoned asylums. Whatever type of ghost hunt experience you choose, our friendly paranormal team of specialists will be on-hand to ensure your ghost night will be the most memorable and fun experience you’ll ever dare to have!

Ghost Hunts from £20pp

Visit their website at https://www.hauntedevenings.co.uk/leicester-ghost-hunts/ to find out more information and book your hunt!

16: Treat that special someone to a feast at Pho Leicester

Rather than burden your friend with a gift they have to 'pretend to like' - 'hide it until you forget' - 'and then re-gift it to someone else' (and so the process continues for all of eternity..)

Take them to Pho, with incredible Vietnamese food and a great selection for both meat eaters and vegetarians/vegans (so it doesn't matter what 'label' they've decided on this week) and delightful service and atmosphere it's a definite 'must go' to restaurant.

Visit: https://www.phocafe.co.uk/ to book your table and check out its menu. As it's part of the Highcross Leicester you can buy a Highcross gift voucher which is eligible for use there.

P.s. The summer rice rolls and broken rice curry are amazing!! Just saying.

17: Adventure Gift Voucher from Let's Get Lost Leicester

With a heap of adventures to choose from...
>> Scuba Diving
>> Paddle To The Pub
>> Kayak & Camping Experience
>> Picnic & Bubbly
>> And many more
...there's not any gift better to give.

Buy your voucher instantly here: https://www.letsgetlostleicester.com/book-now/

Send us a DM or visit: https://www.letsgetlostleicester.com/ to find out more about our trips.

18:Get In The good books with Kate Chell Jewellery

If you want to be in the good books then this is the way to do it!

Kate makes natural handmade jewellery with love and passion and this can be seen in the quality and sparkle of the items.

You can even design your own necklace & choose your own charms ❤️#getcreative

Send Kate a DM (tagged above), email: kate@katechell.com or visit: http://www.katechell.com/ to see the full range she has on offer.

19: Caddyshackers - Crazy golf for Adults!

This please is insanely fun, if your looking for something to do then this is it.

18 Hole Crazy Golf ✅
Sexy Cocktails & Mocktails ✅
Delicious Street Food ✅
Pools Tables & Arcade Games ✅

No need to say much more except, get yourself down there! Send them a DM (tagged above) or visit: https://caddyshackers.co.uk/ to find out more information & book!

20: Crush that Can’t with Sophie French

A Facebook private members group specifically for women who are committed to: squashing self-doubt, unlocking and owning their superpowers, crafting their magnetic message, and sharing their bright beautiful selves with the world.

It’s for women who are ready to BRING IT and go deeper into what’s holding them back, ‘crush the can’t’ in their head and shimmy on up to the next level!

Is that you? Get your cute butt in here already!

Send Sophie a DM (tagged above) or visit: https://www.sophiefrench.co/crush-the-cant-club/ to find out more information & join!

21:Our Final Gift & Experience Idea

We saved the best for last...

The best gift you can give this year is you & your LOVE 💖💝! (soppy we know 😁 but we don't care!)

Share it with everyone, not only the people closest to you but all the people you pass on the street, the other gym goers, supermarket shoppers, friends of friends of friends, your Facebook community, the people you catch the bus with but never speak to, the bus driver, taxi man, neighbours...

I think you get the gist, basically, open yourself up, have some fun and love on everyone you come in contact with and you'll find that the person receiving your love will share that love on and on and on (like the universe or the search for the needle in the haystack, it's endless)

And we thought riding the weirs in a kayak was the best 'ripple effect' to be a part of...

You can start your 'love sharing' by loving this post ☺️

Happy Adventures!