Assault Course

2 hour Assault Course challenge for all age groups

What is our assault course?

An assault course, also known as an obstacle course, involves individuals or teams overcoming challenging physical obstacles while being timed. These courses test speed, endurance and agility and can include jumping, climbing and balancing actions. They are often messy and muddy. It'll test physical abilities and evaluate group communication and cooperation. Our course consists of two parallel routes of obstacles including walls, balance beams, seesaws, crawl net, under/over bars and much more. If getting soaking wet and covered in mud is still your idea of fun, then our assault course is for you!

How does it work?

You'll meet your instructor at our private and rural Hewish Activity Site where you'll be fully briefed and introduced to our amazing Assault Course.

Where does it take place?

Our assault course is located a 20 minute drive away from the main Mendip Activity Centre at our private and rural Hewish Activity Site. Located on Wick Road, just off the A370, near J21 of the M5. There is no postcode so coming off the A370, the marked gateway is on your right, just 100 metres past the RCH Brewery and just before the motorway bridge. Drive carefully and slowly on the gravel access track for 400 metres until you reach the Activity Site Car Park. Your instructor will meet you there shortly before your start time.

Who can take part?

Our assault course can be booked in the following way:
  • Individual spaces (Age 8+)
  • Exclusive Private Group - up to 10 people (Ages 6+). If you book this option we can relax the child age restriction to 6+ so long as 1 adult (18+) is participating.


    • Important Information

  • Our assault course is an all-weather outdoor activity. We would always recommend you check the forecast weather, prepare to dress accordingly and bring a drink to stay hydrated.
  • We suggest you wear layers as your core body temperature will rise during the activity and warm you up, especially if it's cold. Consider clothing that is lightweight, moisture-wicking and quick drying. Good solid footwear, such as trainers, are a necessity- no flip flops or crocs. Don't forget to bring a change of clothes and a towel for if you get wet!
  • Sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses are essential, especially on sunny days.
  • Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome to join you onsite however they cannot join you on your session. If you are bringing a dog, ensure you make arrangements for its care during your session.
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    General FAQ's

    Outdoor Activities can be booked as Individual Spaces or as Exclusive Groups, with some age limits. 

    Anyone aged 16 or over is classed as an adult when booking. With the exception of Disc Golf, there is no difference in pricing between an adult space and a child space on an activity. We only ask for this information to allow our instructors to prepare for sessions by giving them an idea of different sizes and abilities before the session


    SNOWSPORTS

    -Tobogganing: Ages 4-12. If booked as an exclusive Half Slope Group Session, ages 4+ with no upper age limit.
    -Skiing Lessons: Ages 8+
    -Snowboarding Lessons: Ages 8+ height minimum 1.2m Shoe Size min adult size 2
    -Minis Private Ski Lessons: Ages 5-8.
    -Recreational Skiing/Snowboarding: Ages 5+ and must be recreational standard.


    TARGET SPORTS

    -Archery, Axe Throwing, Air Rifle: Age 8+. If booked as an exclusive group session ages 6+. At least one adult must be participating.
    -ArcheryActive, Nerf & Gel Battles: Age 6+. If under 8s are taking part, at least one adult must be participating.
    -Frisbee Golf: Any age. Under 6s play free. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.

    LAND ACTIVITIES


    -Orienteering: Any age. Under 6s free. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.

    -Nature Trail: Any age. Under 6s free. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.
    -Bushcraft:  Age 8+. If booked as an exclusive group session ages 6+. If under 8s are taking part, at least one adult must be participating. 


    ROCK SPORTS

    -Rock Climbing, Climbing Tower, Caving, Try Caving, Abseiling (20m/65ft): Age 8+. If booked as an exclusive group session ages 6+. If under 8s are taking part, at least one adult must be participating.

    -Abseiling (50m/150ft): Ages 10+


    WATER SPORTS


    -Assault Course, Kayaking, Paddle Boarding, Raft Building Canoeing: Age 8+. If booked as an exclusive group session ages 6+. If under 8s are taking part, at least one adult must be participating.

    -Bristol Harbour Kayaking or Paddleboarding: Age 16+. If booked as an exclusive group session ages 8+. If under 16s are taking part, at least one adult must be participating. 



    When booking, the website will display where your activity takes place. Your booking confirmation email will also show this. 


    Many activities take place at the main Mendip Activity Centre: Snowsports, Tobogganing, Frisbee Golf,  Archery, Air Rifle, Axe Throwing, Bushcraft, Orienteering, Nerf & Gel Battles, ArcheryActive, Nature Trail, and Try Caving.


    There are also a number of off-site activity locations including: 

    SUP Bristol: Bristol Harbour Kayaking & Paddleboarding

    Hewish Activity Site: Kayaking, Canoeing, Paddle Boarding, Raft Building and Assault Course 

    Sandford Quarry: Climbing and Abseiling 

    Burrington Combe: Caving (3-hour sessions)


    Click here for directions to all our Activity Sites.

    Yes! we have plenty of free onsite parking at all our activity sites.


    We strongly encourage car sharing and sustainable forms of travel. Read more here.

    Tobogganing

    Tobogganing is a very popular activity and, especially during peak times, we have very little flexibility in being able to push your start time back. Where possible, we will get you onto the toboggan slope as soon as possible once you arrive. We will try to be as accommodating as possible and if there is availability later in the day, we will move your session to a later start time however please be aware that this is not always possible. 


    Frisbee golf or recreational snowsports

    We are likely to be able to change your start time at arrival as long as it is within our opening hours and on the same day.


    Private session
    We will start whenever you arrive but we are unlikely to be able to overrun.


    Individual spaces on a session

    We will do our best to fit you into the session at a point that does not disrupt it too much for other participants. If you are more than 10 minutes late, we're sorry but it is very unlikely we will be able to fit you into the session due to missing the safety and equipment briefing and kit up.


    If you cannot make your session, or to request an amendment: 

    Please contact our friendly team by email or online chat for help.




    To cancel, rearrange or amend your booking please let us know by emailing hello@mendip.co.uk as soon as possible. 


    To view our Terms & Conditions click here  



    Well-behaved dogs are welcome to join you onsite including in our Café, the Alpine Lounge.

    Dogs may join you on Frisbee Golf and Orienteering Activities only. For all other activities ensure you make arrangements for its care during your activity session.

    Yes! Mendip Activity Centre has a proud history of providing outdoor education and adventure opportunities to schools.

    Our year-round school residentials provide young people with unrivalled opportunities and educational experiences gained through adventure. We work closely with schools to design a residential visit that fits the groups goals, desires and aims.


    For more information or to make an enquiry, visit our SCHOOL RESIDENTIALS website 

    After you book an activity online we immediately email you a Booking Confirmation. If you are unable to locate this in your inbox, first check your spam/junk email folders. If you still cannot locate, it's possible your online booking may not have been fully completed. 


    Check whether the session you were trying to book is still available online. If it is, try to make the booking again. If it's not, please contact our friendly team by email or online chat for help.



    Can't find the answer to your question?.. our friendly team will be happy to help! 


    The quickest way to get in touch is Email or use our Live Chat


    If you would rather, call us on 01934 834877 and follow the instruction to leave us a voicemail.


    Yes! Mendip Activity Centre has a proud history of working with youth groups including Scouts, Guides, Cadets and Sports Teams. We can deliver outdoor education and adventurous activities during the evening, at the weekend or as part of a camp. If your group are looking to achieve a new badge, this is something we can help with.
    For more information or to enquire, visit our YOUTH GROUPS website.

    Unfortunately we don't take table bookings in the Alpine Lounge. The only exception to this is if you have booked a party food package, in which case we will reserve an area in our upper seating area for your group.

    No need to worry though, we have plenty of indoor and outdoor (under cover) seating, so space is not a problem!

    Directions

    Mendip Activity Centre can be found at Lyncombe Drive, Churchill. The postcode is BS25 5PQ.  



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    Click here to view directions to all our sites and read about public transport and sustainable travel options.



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    Sandford Quarry is our private rocksport quarry which is just a 5 minute drive from our Main Activity Centre. Access is by first turning into Quarry Road in Winscombe, nearest postcode, BS25 5RN.  Please do not park on Quarry Road. 


    Drive up Quarry Road for about 100m and then, enter the gates on your left. Follow the track into the quarry. You will see our vehicles and instructors. Please drive carefully and slowly, the track is uneven and bumpy in places. 


    If you are walking from Mendip Basecamp, please allow 30 minutes. 


    Click here to view directions to all our sites and read about public transport and sustainable travel options.

    SUP Bristol is based at Underfall Yard, Cumberland Rd, Bristol BS1 6XG


    Our usual meeting place is the Cottage Inn, Baltic Wharf, Cumberland Road, Bristol BS1 6XG. We'll meet you by the slipway and you'll probably see a row of paddleboards. We're a 30 minute walk from the city centre or a short ferry journey!


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    Hewish is located on Wick Road, just off the A370, near J21 of the M5. As it is a rural site, there is no exact postcode. Coming from the A370, the marked gateway is on your right, just 100 metres past the RCH Brewery. Please drive carefully and slowly on the gravel track for 400 metres until you reach the gravel car park with dark green toilet block. Your Activity Instructor will meet you there shortly before your activity start time.


    Click here to view directions to all our sites and read about public transport and sustainable travel options.


    Caving activity sessions take place in Burrington Combe. We will meet you at the Goatchurch Cavern carpark which is free of charge to park in. It is just off the B3134 (The Combe) road. 


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    Mendip Basecamp is located within the grounds of Mendip Activity Centre., Mendip Activity Centre, Lyncombe Drive, Churchill, BS25 5PQ. 


    Follow signs up the drive, keeping to the right rather than entering the main carpark on the left. After a hairpin bend, you will go under the ski slope bridge and pass Mendip Lodge. 


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    To get to Mendip Basecamp, carry on along the track, following signs for Basecamp. You will enter fields and follow a bend round as the track continues up the hill and into the Basecamp camping fields. On arrival, head for the large white marquee, the Pavillion, this is the campsite check in. 


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    Click here to view directions to all our sites and read about public transport and sustainable travel options.