Wye Valley Warfare Laser Ops

Laser tag in the depths of Herefordshire isn't what you'd expect to find down a country lane near Ross-on-Wye, but there it is. Wye Valley Warfare runs outdoor laser ops games across their grounds - think paintball vibes but without the mess and bruises. You're kitted out with laser guns and sent off in teams to complete missions or just have a straightforward tactical battle. The arena uses actual woodland terrain, so there's proper strategy involved rather than running about a flat field.

It's genuinely good fun for families with teenagers and groups of mates looking for something different. Kids below about twelve might struggle with the concentration needed, and if your idea of a holiday is sitting still with a book, this isn't for you. Allow a solid two to three hours for a session - games take time, there's briefing and kit setup, and you'll probably want to run through more than once.

The nearest proper base is Ross-on-Wye itself, a charming market town worth an afternoon's ramble. If you're staying at Broadmeadow Caravan Park just outside town, Wye Valley Warfare makes a cracking half-day break from the usual park activities. Bring layers - being outdoors means you'll notice the weather - and wear proper footwear. The ground gets muddy, especially after rain. Definitely ring ahead to book; they don't operate drop-in sessions as far as I'm aware.