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The Axe House

Unit 30 Enterprise City
Meadowfield Avenue
Spennymoor
County Durham
DL16 6JF

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The Axe House Spennymoor is a family fun business founded in 2020 by brothers Chris and Callum Tingle.

 

The Axe House was built in the 2020 lockdown and opened in August 2020. We wanted to build a unique family fun venue. We have the UK's first dedicated UV/Glow-in-the-dark graffitied throwing area complete with a glowing target and axes. We also have a VIP upstairs area which is separate from the rest of The Axe House ideal for parties, hen/stag doo's, gender reveals, and much more. The VIP area has 3 lanes plus its own sound system, drinks fridge, and comfy chesterfield sofas. We sell drinks, (now including alcohol) light snacks, and coffee.

 

We are very passionate about what we do and during your session, you have your very own coach who can provide different throwing techniques, hints, and tips. As well as some secret weapons to throw. Safety is the number one priority at The Axe House! Please check our website for safety information or drop us an email if you have any questions.

 

We work within our local community along with the Spennymoor Football club and Five Acres Community Gardens based in Newton Aycliffe. We also work with many small local companies and source our timber locally.

 

The Axe House is fully accessible and meets all requirements for the disability act 2010.

 

No question is a silly question so please email us or message us via our social media platforms (#theaxehouseuk)

 

We look forward to welcoming you to the best Axe Throwing Experience in the North. - at The Axe House.

 

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    • Yasadam250212
      Leicester, United Kingdom
      Trip Type:
      Family
      First time but definitely not the last time!
      5 of 5 stars
      Saturday, 22nd October 2022
      Brilliant experience, both my 10 year old and my wife loved it! To be fair we were all pretty nervous at first but Chris? was really great, reassuring and enthusiastic and we were soon throwing all... Read full review
    • LisaPE73
      Crook, United Kingdom
      Trip Type:
      Family
      £70 for 1.5 hours was over budget
      3 of 5 stars
      Monday, 31st October 2022
      £70 for 1.5 hours was over budget Booked UV lane in advance (April 2022) for our Halloween event. Paid £25 deposit & informed needed to pay £25 on arrival. £50 was budgeted/acceptable for 2 adults/2... Read full review
    • peachmark
      Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
      Trip Type:
      Solo travel
      Fun and welcoming way to learn to throw axes
      5 of 5 stars
      Monday, 21st November 2022
      Chris and the team are great, friendly welcoming environment where they teach the basics of axe and knife throwing, helpfully correcting when needed. Great fun night out for a wide range of ages. Read full review
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    • Activities accessible for visitors with disabilities
    • Designated parking provided for guests with disabilities

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    • Accept children (Minimum age) - 10 and over can play with the real axes, under 10 years old ate totally free and can play with the toy axes and games
    • Child seat available

    COVID-19 Response

    • 2m distancing in place
    • COVID-19 measures in place
    • COVID-19 risk assessment completed
    • Deep cleaning between visitors
    • Face mask essential (not provided)
    • Face masks required for staff in public areas
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    • Time limited visits

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    • On site parking

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    • Cater for Corporate events
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    • Fully qualified instructors
    • Welcome single sex groups, eg stag/hen parties

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    2023 (1 Jan 2023 - 31 Dec 2023)
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    Tuesday - Friday18:00 - 22:00
    Saturday12:00 - 22:00
    Sunday14:00 - 20:00
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