Up for a Rut 17 novel ideas for a stag night to remember
 1. ON ALL FOURS
Time to get down and dirty with some quad biking. A truly unforgettable experience with a throbbing piece of kit between your legs. The adventure begins with a short briefing of the controls. Then onto the course which follows tracks over hills and valleys with an experienced guide leading the tour for the one-hour cross-country trek. €50 from www.lastminute.com
2. GO TO WAR
For the ultimate adrenaline rush, book a day at Predator Paintball. The ultimate in high tech pursuit sports, this is an unforgettable game of strategy and skill. It's a case of attack or be attacked; ambush or be ambushed; shoot or be shot. The objective of your unit is to infiltrate the enemy’s territory and through skill, deceit, stealth, bravery and sheer determination capture your enemy’s flag. From €40 per person per day, www.paintballireland.com
3. SOMETHING RACY
Get the lads together and spend a day at the races. Have a flutter, enjoy a few drinks or just soak up the atmosphere. Venues include Down Royal at Maze, near Lisburn, Downpatrick Racecourse, Leopardstown in Dublin and Galway Racecourse. For courses and events visit www.horseracingireland.com
 4. VERY MIAMI VICE
Want to increase your pulling power? These ‘stylish moustaches,’ £4.95 for seven from www.gadgetshop.com, are bound to be a hit with the ladies
5. FUDGE IT
Looking for a hit? Try this delicious Jack Daniels Fudge, £8, Debenhams
6. LIFE ON THE OCEAN WAVE
Charter a yacht with skipper for the day and enjoy living it up on the water. Remember to pack the champagne and strawberries to enjoy on deck. You could plan this as a day trip or book a weekend on board and travel to the Isle of Man or Scotland. Contact your local yacht club for further details
7. ON YOUR MARKS
Fancy a driving experience which isn’t going to cost the earth? It might not match Formula One for exhilaration, but you could always head for one of the Go Kart centres in Ireland and let the competitive spirit take over. Formula Karting have one of the biggest indoor karting tracks in Europe with 1km of track available for racing, with tunnels, overpasses, underpasses, ramps, bridges and banked corners. Visit www.formula-karting.com
8. ON COURSE
If your group is into golf, organise your weekend around the location of a golf course. There’s no shortage in Ireland. Castle Hume Golf Club in Enniskillen, Royal County Down Golf Club in Newcastle, Royal Portrush Golf Club in Portrush, Druids Glen in Wicklow, K-Club in Kenmare are just a few of the clubs well located for a weekend away. Ask the players to dress traditional golfing gear and award a prize to the best.
9. CALL THE SHOTS
Serve flavoured vodka shots in these ice shot glasses. £7.95, www.gadgetshop.com
10. SEA SAFARI
Ride the waves and race the wind on this high-speed adventure around Dublin Bay in marine rescue boats. Nothing beats the excitement as your boat slams, twist and whacks into the rolling waves. Decked out in crackling waterproof sailing suits and dazzling orange lifejackets passengers are seated on the rim of the boat to ensure maximum thrill! The trip combines high-speed thrills with wildlife, local history and heritage around the Dublin bay coastal area and its environs. Prices from €25 per person, visit www.seasafari.ie
11. HIGH SPRITS
Enjoy a visit to the Guinness Storehouse - the high point of any trip to Dublin. At the Guinness Storehouse you'll discover all there is to know about this world famous beer. It’s a dramatic story that begins over 250 years ago and ends in Gravity, the sky bar, with a complimentary pint of Guinness and an astonishing view of Dublin City! Adults costs €12, but you’ll save 10% if you book online at www.guinness-storehouse.com
12. BLOW UP FUN
The perfect stag night date? A lovely blonde inflatable lady. Order your very own blowup supermodel for £13.50 from www.partybox.co.uk
13. STRIP DINNER
A strip dinner is a popular way to combine all the favourite elements of a typical stag do. The agenda will change according to your preferences but it’s usually a 2-3 course dinner, beers, two dancers and a lively finish. Nightclub and lap dancing entry can follow if booked as a package in advance. Available in Budapest, Prague and Riga for parties of eight or more. Visit www.stagweb.co.uk for details.
14. OUTDOOR THRILLS
Drive ex-competition MKII Escorts & Mitsubishi Evos in a rally school set on ten acres of beautiful countryside. This world of adrenalin is fully approved with qualified instructors providing an exciting, energising experience, improving your skills and giving you the driving thrill of a lifetime. A rally package including accommodation, transport, 3-course evening meal and nightclub entrance costs £205 with www.adventuretoursni.com
15. "I HAVE NEVER..."
Get the party going, and discover a little more about your stag-mates with this drinking game. Player 1 say, "I have never..." Insert a statement - it can be true or false! All other players who have, drink. All the players that haven't don't drink. Move on to player two. The naughtier the players, the drunker and more indiscreet they will become!
16. PHOTOGRAPHIC EVIDENCE
Buy a cheap auto focus camera with a flash and a self-timer. Set the timer and the game begins. Each player must hold the camera at arm's length and point it at themselves, before passing it on to the person on their left. Keep going until the camera goes off with a flash. The loser must down their drink, before the next round commences. Expect some amusing shots!
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