What do you buy the sports fan in your life for Christmas? Especially those that already have plenty of memorabilia and all of the replica shirts.
How about an experience day that will help them to get closer to the sport and athletes that they admire?
Here, courtesy of the Sports Mole Store, we have selected eight experience days that could prove the perfect Christmas present.
With Old Trafford sold out most weeks, Manchester United supporters can on occasions find it hard going to get to matches. However, with this family tour of the ground, fans can get closer to their heroes as they get to view the home dressing room, as well as the dugouts, museum and more. £81.35
Legends tour of the Emirates Stadium
A must for any Arsenal fan. In this package, a tour of the Emirates Stadium is provided, but with the added bonus of it being hosted by a Gunners legend, who will reveal his thoughts on the current team, his playing days and any news from the inner sanctum of the club. On the tour, among other areas, you will see the home dressing room, tunnel and museum. £100.70
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Two for one winning raceday package
This package provides you with the excitement of cheering on your champion from the premier enclosure of one of Britain's top horse racing courses. What's more, you will also get a behind-the-scenes tour of the track.
Locations:
Midlands: Nottinghamshire, Staffordshire, Worcestershire, West Midlands
North: Tyne & Wear, South Yorkshire
South East: Surrey, West Sussex, East Sussex, Norfolk
South West: Somerset, Berkshire
Wales: Glamorganshire, Gwenton
£55.10
If horse racing is not your thing, but horses are, perhaps a day at the polo will appeal? Your experience will take you through all the basic components of the game to give you an understanding of the sport. Later, you will get to take part in a polo match. £197.50
Some of the most memorable tennis matches have been played on Wimbledon's Centre Court and with this, you and a friend or family member can experience one of the sport's most famous courts up close. The tour also takes in Court Number One, the Millennium Building and press room. £64.75
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For those who like to take things slightly easier, fishing may well appeal. Here, you will spend a day fishing with a friend, before spending the night at The Pilgrim Hotel, which is located in the heart of Herefordshire. £259.70
This action-packed one-day course will teach you the essentials necessary for mountain biking success. You will learn core skills such as climbing, descending, cornering and braking before putting these into practice riding some fantastic mountain trails in some of the most picturesque parts of the British countryside.
Locations:
Gwynedd or Powys (Wales),
Woburn Trails, Bedfordshire (South East)
£107.65
Suitable for novices or those with more experience, this day out provides you with the opportunity to sail on the Solent. Throughout the experience a professional skipper and crew are on hand to ensure that everyone gets the most out of their day. £211.30
For a full range of experience days on offer from the Sports Mole Store, click here.
Liam Apicella
