The monotony of one’s daily life makes Jack and Jill dull boys and girls. The mind is cluttered with daily complexities and it can leave you feeling numb. It’s time to step out of the box and give your body and mind the tonic of an adrenaline rush. A ‘rush’ will clear up the mind like nothing else. For a few days it will get you focused on the basics and life will seem much simpler, till the potential monotony returns. The added advantage of burning calories and learning a new skill are a nice bonus. So what are some of the activities suitable for an adrenaline day out?

A day at the racetrack

The thrill of speed is something everyone has experienced. A day spent at the racetrack driving performance cars at high speed, around a track designed for racing, is sure to get the adrenaline flowing. Most tracks will have packages to match different levels of driving skills. Thruxton in Hampshire and Silverstone in Northampton are two well-known tracks that offer the choice of driving your car around the circuit or packages for different high performance sports cars like the Porsche 911.

Racing safety has always been a driving force across the governing bodies of the sport. Max Mosley as president of FIA the governing body for F-1 racing was instrumental in getting Euro Encap legislated in 1997. The legislation ensured that car manufacturers ensured that the vehicles conformed to stringent crash norms. According to the EU commission in 2000, “Euro NCAP is the single most important mechanism for improving vehicle safety”. You can read stories about Max here.

Wakeboarding

Wakeboard is a water sport where one rides a board on the water’s surface while being towed by a mechanical device or a motorboat. Most parks that offer this sport have packages tailored for the beginner. The thrill one gets from skimming the water and sometimes falling while doing so is something one will remember for a while. BWSW is the governing body for this sport and it certifies various facilities for meeting safety norms. This is something to think about while looking at possible venues.

Hang Gliding

Disclaimer; this is not an activity for those with a fear of heights. For the rest this is a sure shot route to an adrenaline rush like never before. For those who get hooked this is often the first step to taking flight in gliders and planes. There is something about looking at things from a bird’s eye perspective. The countryside offers many avenues where this sport is offered. Actual flights are in tandem with the instructor until you earn your first solo flight. BHPA (British Hang-gliding and Paragliding Association) has a wide network of affiliated clubs and registered schools across the country.

The idea is to get out, have some fun, and get a shot of adrenaline to the head. Chances are it is an experience you will enjoy and cherish. If it leads to developing a new hobby, so much the better.

Moving to the country is a big step to make, but it might be the best decision you ever make. A lot of people are worried that moving to the country is too expensive, but it doesn’t have to be. Here are 4 ways to make living in the country a bit cheaper.

1. Get Advice from Others Who’ve Made the Move

If you’re about to make the move out of the city and into the country, you probably have a lot of questions and worries occupying your mind. The best way to get rid of these and pick up a few useful tips is to talk to someone who has already made a similar move to the one you’re making.

There’s a lot to get to grips with, and having someone by your side who has already gone through the process can be a real relief. They’ll be able to show you the places to buy from and the mistakes not to make when you first move to the country.

2. Invest in Renewables

Energy costs can be a big drain when you live in the countryside. Bills are often more costly than in the city because you’re situated in a more remote area. You’ll probably have a bigger house to heat too. One way to get around this is to invest in renewable energy sources.

You could go for either wind-powered generators or solar panels. If you substantial land on your property you could have quite a substantial generator. It’s possible to cater for all your energy needs through renewable sources. And that means saving a lot of money on energy bills.

3. Consider Part-Exchanging

Part-exchanging is something that not a lot of people consider, but it can make the cost of a move to the country a lot cheaper and much easier. By part-exchanging, you don’t have to join a property chain, and that means you won’t go through all the stress normally associated with moving.

It’ll also save you costs in a more straightforward sense. Think about the money that estate agents usually make from the sale of your property, well you won’t have to worry about that if you part-exchange. Visit Propertywide.co.uk/ if you want to find out more about part-exchanging.

4. Get As Much Land for Your Money as Possible

Land is often sold cheaply, so make sure you pick up as much of it as possible. There are lots of things you can do with it in the future if you want to make a bit of extra money. Even if you don’t want to use it now, you might do in the future.

A great way of adding value to your country property in the long-term is building another property on your land. You could then sell it to someone or just let it out during the summer months. This will bring in an extra revenue stream for you.

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Whether you’re thinking about moving to the country or already have, these tips can help you save some money. And even make a bit of extra money on the top!

Life in the countryside is usually much quieter than it is in the big towns and cities with far less traffic, far less noise and generally far less going on! While the highlight of the week in the big city is the night out after work on Friday (or all day through the weekend), the highlight for those living in rural areas is often a trip to the country pub for lunch or maybe a fete – it’s a huge contrast.

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