Those fancying a blast of fresh and some stunning scenery could sign up with The Ingram Valley Farm Safari - as shown on BBC programme Robson Green's Weekend Escapes in January - for a drive into the wilds of Northumberland National Park. Robson Green shown taking part in the Ingram Valley Safari (Image: BBC)
For more information or to book, see Game of Throwing here and Hatchet Harry's here.Īmong the other locations that offer axe-throwing is Matfen Hall in Northumberland - see below -as well as, in County Durham, The Axe House at Spennymoor, see here, and Vanhalla at Newton Aycliffe: find more here.
The latest game to try comes with a word of warning: wear closed-toe shoes. The session will involve throwing axes from 12ft away from a target board and various scores are awarded for the different rings and for the board's bullseye.
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You can book a throw lane for a group of six, including a 15-minute training session with an expert to teach everyone how to safely throw an axe. Days out with a difference in the North East Axe-throwingĪxe-throwing is on offer in Newcastle (Image: Game of Throwing)Ī great way to practise your aim - and let off steam - is urban axe-throwing and Newcastle is well placed to do it, with Hatchet Harry's having opened first in the city, behind Central Station at Forth Banks Yard, followed by Game of Throwing in The Gate, Newgate Street. Not only might they add some spice to life but they could also lead to a whole new hobby. Read more: A guide to North East distilleriesįor those keen for a change and willing to try out something different, here's a pick of what's on offer around Newcastle, Northumberland and County Durham. The region offers all of this and a whole lot more. And that's all lovely of course but how much better to add something new to the mix.Īlternative ideas for a weekend outing or after-work treat can include anything from getting up close and personal with wildlife on a rural safari to trying out axe-chucking during a day in the city centre.
The North East offers up all sorts of possibilities but often people stick to the usual routine rather than think of new things to try, with fall-back options often being their usual walk, trip to the pub or meet-up with friends.
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With warm weather beckoning and long days to enjoy, many of us are keen to make the most of the summer by getting out and about in our free time.
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