Wednesday, 27 January 2010

CANASTON BOWL AIMING TO GIVE CUPID A HELPING HAND













Canaston Bowl is on a mission to help the single people of Pembrokeshire to get a date and find true love in time for Valentine’s Day.

The popular bowling centre is organising a free one-off pre-Valentine’s Day speed dating event on Friday, February 12th.

The event will be held in the centre’s function room from 7pm onwards and light refreshments will be available.

It’s the first time the bowling centre will have staged a speed dating event and manager Emma Owen is keen that as many single people as possible get involved.

“Everyone who applies will have the opportunity to meet new people and hopefully find love in time for Valentines Day!” she said.

“All participants will get to spend three to four minutes getting to know each other before moving on to the next potential love interest,” she added.

After everybody has met their scorecards will be collected and couples that are matched will receive a complimentary date that same evening at the Canaston Bowl.

“First dates can always be a little daunting so we thought that a great way to 'break the ice' before Valentines Day would be by either going bowling or having a game in our Crystal Maze adventure,” said Emma.

“People can be sure to avoid those awkward silences by having fun getting to meet new friends or potentially new love interests in a fun and relaxing environment,” she added.

Located next to Oakwood Theme Park, the Canaston Bowl offers a variety of all-weather activities for the whole family to enjoy.

As well as classic Ten Pin Bowling, there’s The Crystal Maze game which is based on the legendary TV show. There is also a Game Zone with arcade games, pool tables and a fully licensed bar, a function room with a plasma screen TV, and a snack bar to refuel the family.

Anyone who wants to take part in the FREE Speed Dating Event must be over the age of 18 to apply and should send their details (Name, Age and Telephone Number) to: e.owen@oakwoodthemepark.co.uk or call 01834 891622. All entries must be received no later than Wednesday 10th Feb.

Thursday, 21 January 2010

Possible return of the Crystal Maze to TV

Rumours been circulating over the last few weeks of the Crystal Maze returning to TV! This time it will feature on ITV with Amanda Holden taking over the reins from Richard O'Brien of Rocky Horror Show fame. Rather than members of the public the new show will apparently feature celebrity contestants.

This hasn't been confirmed yet but once we know more we'll let you all know.... of course there's only one place where everyone can have a go in the maze and dome!

Here are our staff celebrating the news - can we have some wine with our CHEESE ;)


Wednesday, 13 January 2010

Oakwood = FUN, Snow = FUN

Given that Oakwood is all about having fun, it's unsurprising to see the staff making sure they enjoy the snow!

Apparently a sledge from The Waterfall ride makes an excellent snow sledge. Well ... after working hard outside in freezing conditions they need to find some way to warm up!!!!!

























Ummm - you appear to be heading towards a tree!




Boys will be boys!





Steering not got any better then?

Thursday, 17 December 2009

Want to join the team at Wales' No 1 theme park?






Recruitment for both part time and full time seasonal positions will start shortly so if you're interested get in touch.


Send your CV with a covering letter to recruitment@oakwoodthemepark.co.uk telling us why you'd like to help us make sure our visitors have a fantastic day.


Alternatively, you can post your CV and letter to us at:


Jobs 2010
Oakwood Theme Park
Canaston Bridge
Narberth
Pembrokeshire
SA67 8DE

Wednesday, 9 December 2009

Great Christmas gift idea



Oakwood tickets make a fab Christmas pressie - call us for more details and to get hold of your 2010 tickets now.

Tuesday, 8 December 2009

Blogs about Oakwood for the Oakwood blog - does that make sense?

Here's a little snippet of some of the fantastic comments from bloggers worldwide about Pembrokeshire and your favourite theme park ;)

"Whenever you come or wherever you go in Pembrokeshire, one thing that doesn't change: The welcome is always warm and genuine" just one thing this blogger has to say about our wonderful county.

Read more here.


"it turns out that my fears were confirmed. It rained for most of the week. But despite this, we had a good time" hhhmmm, that sounds a bit familiar from the summer!

More of the Camping in Pembrokeshire blog here

Best places to see in the UK - oh yes we're on the list. Check it out here

"ideal for the family vacation" yes Pembrokeshire and Oakwood are right there again! Read more here

Goes to show - it's not just those of us who live here who think Pembrokeshire is amazing!!!!!!

Monday, 7 December 2009

A big welcome for Andy and Anne-Marie!

Brilliant start to the week here at Oakwood - two lovely, shiny new people have joined us, Andy and Anne-Marie. We're absolutely delighted to have them here with us and after only an hour or so they're settling in fabulously already! May have to get them posting on here to give you all a break from my ramblings!?!?

AND we have more exciting news - our 2010 opening date has been confirmed as 27th March. No need to wait until then to get hold of tickets though, call us on 01834 891373 and we'll help you sort out some fantastic Christmas pressies!