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Dare To Have Fun On A Hovercraft Ride

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Get the ride of your life! This is about flying round the best customised hovercraft course in the UK. Get the thrill and exhilaration of a hovercraft without worrying about where the brakes are (oh - sorry forgot - there are no brakes!) Scream with excitement as a professional takes you flying at top speed over this amazing land and water course. You get the adrenaline rush and someone else can worry about the driving! This is what you get on your experience with Glide3:

  • You will experience the full potential of a hovercraft, when you are flown across land and water
  • Pure adrenaline rush as you execute 360 and 180 spins on water
  • You will get exclusive access to this unique hovercraft, its just you and a professional driver in the hovercraft
  • Be kitted out in the highest quality, safety and communications equipment
  • Enjoy the exclusive lakeside location and escape to your own world
  • Capture your experience forever with a professionally taken photo
  • Only a 30 minute drive from Canary Wharf, or 15 minutes from the M25 junction 30
  • Available on weekends and weekdays all year round.
  • Bring your Friends and Family to watch you
  • Buy online or offline, safe & secure. Price is just £67.00

experience | the full potential of a hovercraft, when you fly across land and water

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One of the reasons that this experience is so unique is that you get to fly the hovercraft on land and water (not all hovercraft experiences have water included on the course).

I have developed a challenging course that is almost a 50:50 split between land and water - the way I look at it is, you may as well be on wheels if you're not going to fly on water!

You will marvel at the hovercraft's unique ability to glide from land to water and back again very smoothly - that's what makes it special.

 In some ways its like a car, in some ways like a motorbike, and if I'm not mistaken there's definitely a bit of camel in there too. I personally recommend the 40mph 180 degree emergency stop with massive over steering, rounded off by that 'ooh, look I'm aqua planing' sensation. Mmmm nice.. 

Paul Wood, London


adrenaline | rush as you spin 360o on water

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You are floating on a cushion of air 9 inches above the ground, you have no wheels, you have no brakes, you're at the mercy of gravity, and the wind often tries to muscle in and push you around.

This makes even being a passenger incredibly exciting. You won't believe how easily the hovercraft moves across land into water

 Breathtaking (and noisey!) experience that wets your appetite, leaves you satisfied for the time being but gagging to do it again soon! A must do experience ... bring on the racing! 

Jonathan Davis, London


exclusive | access to this unique hovercraft

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Not all hovercraft are the same, the hovercraft you will be flying is very special. These hovercraft are made in the UK and designed to high specifications. It boasts impressive styling and handling, allowing you to experience a whole new off road adventure.

Designed to be at home in marine conditions, complete with plenty of inbuilt buoyancy so you float like a cork if you stop on water, and able to reach speeds of up to 40mph.. Trust me when your going that fast on water it'll feel like 80!

If you like to get into all the technical details then take a closer look and check the Hovercraft Specification on this page.

 I've been lucky enough to fly a Tiger-Moth, drive a tank, race pilot cars.....but this was better than all of those. These hovercraft are an absolute blast!!!!  

Ken Douglas, Hertfordshire


safe | and sound in highest quality, safety and communications equipment

You will use only the highest quality safety and protective equipment on your experience. You will be wearing:

  • Waterproof and Windproof Jackets from GUL
  • High quality Communication Headsets from Neptune
  • Lifejackets and Waterproof Trousers from Crewsaver
  • Gecko Marine Safety Helmet

luxuriate | in the privacy of a secluded lake and escape to your own world

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You will have exclusive access to this fabulous lakeside location. We allocate the whole time to you and your guests, so there is no waiting around. You will have the opportunity to relax in the wonderful British countryside.

Imagine lazing by the lake, a cool drink in your hand, with the sun bouncing off the hovercraft and the lake. It really does feel like a secret oasis, and its very easy to get to from London, it's just a 30 minute drive from Canary Wharf, about 15 minutes from Junction 30 off the M25.

Or you can travel by train, there are trains from Liverpool Street and Fenchurch Street Stations every day every hour. For more information about travel check the location page.

It's not a problem if you are travelling from further afield. Our guests include travellers from as far as the USA. There are several hotels that I can recommend for a weekend of fun and games in London or Essex, send an email to info@glide3.com with your requirements and I will contact you.


remember | your experience forever with a professionally taken photo

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Your experience will include lots of professionally taken photo's to make sure you have a lovely momento of the day.

You are welcome to buy a photo CD after your experience. The photo's really do look excellent, and are brilliant for showing off later to your friends and family.


book | this experience on a weekend or weekday

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This experience is available all year round.

On weekdays and weekends (except Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years Day).

Something else that I think is important for you to know, is that you don't share this experience with large groups, you can do this as an individual.

We allocate the whole time to you. So there is no waiting around. Remember when you are comparing this to other experiences bear in mind that other venues and operators only cater for large groups - so you end up splitting the time between you. Of course if you want to book in a group of 4 or more people then please take a look at the Group Experience details here.

 I told everyone at work I'd been hovercrafting at the weekend, they couldn't believe it! It was so much fun! 

Sigi Mermagen, Suffolk


friends | and family are welcome to come and watch you - for FREE

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You can invite your friends and family to come and watch you on your experience.

There is no charge for spectators...in fact we make sure that they are well taken care of and all refreshments and snacks are provided - free of charge.
You and your guests will be invited to tea and coffee while you complete your hovercraft ride and they can cheer you on, at the most secluded lake location in Essex.

All refreshments and drinks are non-alcoholic, and we have a selection of snacks and delicious cakes for you to enjoy.


buy | your Hovercraft Experience online safely and securely with PayPal or offline

The Glide3 Hovercraft Ride is just an amazing £67.00, excellent value for this type of unique experience. The whole experience will last 30 minutes, you'll be on the hovercraft about 10 minutes. Remember you don't share this with anyone else...if you are comparing this to other experiences then you should divide the total time by the number of people in your group to compare this accurately.
Let me remind you what you will get on your hovercraft ride:
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  • You will fly on a 3-seater hovercraft on land and water
  • Full safety and buoyancy equipment provided for you
  • Your friends and your family are welcome to watch - FREE
  • This is available all year round, weekends and weekdays
  • You will have exclusive access to the lake and facilities
  • Tea, Coffee, refreshments, snacks and cake - FREE
  • Personal Accident Insurance is included
  • Personal certificate to keep as a souvenir
  • Available as a 9 month voucher gift pack


To Buy your Experience for £67.00 click this button

You will be taken to a shopping basket, where you can check out and confirm all your details before you choose how to pay. Gift Pack options can also be specified during checkout. There are three payment options:

  • Pay online using your credit card via PayPal (you don't need an account with PayPal to use this option)
  • Pay by cheque
  • Pay by Bank Transfer, very handy if you bank online

Want more information?

  • There is more information about the experiences in the FAQ section
  • We have other Hovercraft Experience products, please check them out on the Product Summary
  • Or if you want to read more testimonials from other thrill seekers check the smiley faces page
  • You can take a closer look at the hovercraft on the equipment page here


Then come back here to Buy

Still not sure..

Why don't you just call me on 0845 226 0748, or email me at info@glide3.com. I'd be delighted to answer any questions you have