Delta Force Paintball

Paintball near Plymouth means Delta Force - a sprawling site where you'll spend a Saturday afternoon diving behind barriers, getting absolutely soaked, and wondering why you thought this was a good idea until you're covered head to toe in paint and grinning like an idiot.

It's a proper combat experience, not just a few hoppers in a field. You get themed game zones - military scenarios, woodland battles, urban setups - so there's actual variety across the day rather than just running at each other repeatedly. Expect to be assigned to teams, briefed on the rules, and then sent out for five-game blocks. Most people allow four to five hours for the full experience, though you can do shorter sessions if you're not committed.

Right for groups and stag dos, obviously, but genuinely enjoyable for anyone who fancies a bit of action. Kids from about twelve upwards will get it; younger than that and they might find the pace overwhelming or the masks uncomfortable. The site caters to absolute beginners - no prior experience needed - though regulars do get a genuine edge.

Access from Plymouth is straightforward, making it a solid half-day activity if you're based at Dartmoor Domes or Hidden Hill Devon's glamping sites nearby. Book ahead, especially weekends. Bring a spare set of clothes because paint splatter is relentless, and wear stuff you don't mind ruining. It's messier and more exhausting than you'd think, but that's half the appeal.