Hover Force

Hover Force: adventure activities in Cheshire

Hover Force is an outdoor activity centre located in Frodsham, Cheshire, in the north-west of England. The site, built on a marshland area, brings together more than twelve different activities and presents itself as a destination for group fun days, stag and hen parties, team building events and family outings. Its location is accessible from Liverpool, Manchester and Chester.

Activities available

The centre's offering covers motorised experiences and target sports. Among the former are hovercrafting, practised on marshland tracks designed for gliding over land and water; off-road driving in dirt karts and buggies; and dirt karting. In the shooting field, Hover Force has a live fire shooting range, as well as air pistol and air rifle options. Target sports include archery, axe throwing, knife throwing and crossbows. Combat archery and an activity called Old School Sports Day are also offered.

Packages and prices

The website catalogue shows a variety of packages and prices per person. These include: live fire shooting from £57, hovercrafting from £59, buggies from £55, off-road karting from £39, air pistols from £38, air rifles from £35, axe throwing from £35, knife throwing from £38, archery from £35, crossbows from £38, combat archery from £39 and Old School Sports Day from £45. In addition, Bronze, Silver and Gold upgrades can be booked on some motorised activities and live fire shooting packages. The company allows you to build a bespoke day or choose a multi-activity package.

Audience and events

Hover Force targets its services at various types of groups: stag and hen parties, corporate team building events, family and friends' days out, and also individuals looking for gifts or experiences. For the corporate sector, the company suggests replacing the meeting room with outdoor activities that encourage friendly competition and team cohesion, with flexible packages for groups of different sizes.

Facilities and surroundings

The site has specific hovercraft tracks over marshland, an equipped shooting range and areas for the other activities. According to the testimonials on the site, visitors have access to toilets, changing rooms, parking and a selection of drinks and snacks. The company presents itself as a leading outdoor activity destination in the north-west of England, with a rating of 4.9 on Tripadvisor.

Team and instruction

Activities are run by instructors who provide training and supervision. Customer comments mention several instructors for their manner and knowledge, and highlight safety as a priority during shooting sessions. The company states that activities are suitable for both beginners and experienced participants.

Location and contact

Brook Furlong, Frodsham, Cheshire, WA6 7BT · Phone: 01928 240444