Quadmania
Quadmania
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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The only 5 star centre in Scotland for Quad Biking, Clay Pigeon Shooting and Archery, as rated by Visit Scotland.
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- Zach WKing's Lynn, United Kingdom2 contributionsFantastic funFantastic time had by all. Great fun and beautiful scenery. David was helpful and informative. He stopped a couple of times to show and tell us things. Lovely seeing the cows who didn’t take a blond bit of notice of us.Visited February 2024Traveled with friendsWritten February 23, 2024
- Kate AKilmarnock, United Kingdom2 contributions1 Hour TripMy partner booked the hour long trip as a birthday suprise for me. It was just the two of us on the tour. The sun was shining and the weather was dry so we were already in for a good trip! David is an absolute pro and from the start makes you feel at ease. The tour was informative, safe and above all else so much fun. Poor David was so patient with us when we kept forgetting the sequence of the buttons and we all shared in a good giggle at a certain point of the tour!! He was so accommodating and absolutely gave us value for money. Thank you again, we will be back!Visited April 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten April 24, 2024
- David S1 contributionQuadmania A+++Booked the 1 1/2 hour quad bike and clay pigeon shooting for myself and my son. Went yesterday 27/07/24. Had an amazing afternoon. Very welcoming and friendly, safety brief and how to work the quads was explained and made it easy for those who hadn't used a quad before. Beautiful scenery and a great track. The clay shooting was excellent, again safety was of paramount importance and it was made clear what to do and what not to do. Everything was explained in full. If you’ve never tried either activity I’d highly recomend Quadmania Dunoon. Thanks to David and Rory, we will be back again.Visited July 2024Traveled with familyWritten July 28, 2024
- Laura H2 contributionsQuadmania highly recommendWhat a brilliant quad bike adventure. It was a great day out, our instructor David was excellent, really friendly and helpful, he made the experience fun but safe at the same time. I would highly recommend this. We will be booking again when we next visit. We had a great sunny day and the views were stunning.Visited July 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten July 30, 2024
- Kyle F2 contributionsAMAZING quad bike experience with stunning viewsAMAZING !! Loved it so much we rebooked for the same week the views were spectacular on the quad bike trek my teenage kids loved it . Was a bit sceptical with my 14 year old daughter but David the instructor was brilliant explained everything clearly and made you feel comfortable and confident before you hit the trail . And WOW well worth the money will definitely re visit .Visited August 2024Traveled with familyWritten August 16, 2024
- mehrnoush b1 contributionWorth every pennyAbsolutely fantastic. Thanks to Rory, we were placed in the next available group. Our instructor David was incredibly friendly and patient, ensuring our safety throughout with a thorough explanation and practice. We were provided with fitted helmets and could rent gloves, waterproof trousers, welly boots, etc. for £3. The actual quadbikes were very powerful and went through all terrains from rock to water with no problem. The route itself was simply spectacular. The views were breathtaking. Words cannot do our experience justice. In all honesty, we are considering going again before we leave Scotland. I cannot express how much I would recommend Quadmania. Whether going alone, with friends, or family, you will get a rush of adrenaline and an experience like no other. 5/5 ⭐Visited August 2024Traveled with friendsWritten August 20, 2024
- Eve CNewcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom4 contributionsAmazing timeCame with my partner all the way from Newcastle and Dave was very kind, I was so nervous as I’d never done this before and he was patient with me as I got used to the quads around the training bit. Even tho it was raining Throughout the session I thoroughly enjoyed it and we will be back next month for sure! Definitely a new hobby will be taking up!Visited August 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten August 26, 2024
- twinmum2006Grimsby, United Kingdom12 contributionsAmazing in every way!I would highly recommend this little gem of an adventure. It was the best part of our holiday (and the rest was pretty special) Dave is a brilliant guide and makes sure everyone is fully competent and safe before the trek begins. The scenery is breathtaking and Dave gave us time for some photo opportunities. First time on a quad bike and it won't be my last! Thanks for a brilliant experience Dave. Kelly & DanVisited September 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten September 19, 2024
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Knebworth, UK143 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
We went on a 1.5 hour tour, my wife and 18 year old daughter are complete novices at this activity, however an instructor/guide spent about 20 to 25 minutes going through all the safety elements, including how to ride a quad bike. As part of this tuition, he hen got everyone to demonstrate their competency on a training field. This also allowed people to gain confidence. In the end the decision was taken that my wife would go on the back of the guides quad bike as she was not confident over rough ground.
Note, some low scores on trip advisor have been given that some people expected to:
A) Just jump on a quad bike and believe they have the competency to use them, or
B) turn up not wearing appropriate clothing like Trousers etc
…. Come on guys, these are powerful pieces of equipment, opened toed sandles, shorts etc are NOT appropriate…. These rules are in place for YOUR safety.
After the tuition session, you then go up various trails, through rivers and streams, and climb the hills, ending in spectacular views where you can get off and take pictures. It’s really exciting, safe, and enjoyable…. A MUST do activity.
Lastly, I notice that Dave (one of the instructors/guides received criticism on very silly ‘issues’ (like caring about peoples safety, recommending some people should high water proof gear etc etc). I can say that Dave was OUR instructor and guide, and he was brilliant, warm with a sense of humour, and was happy to take pictures for us.
Note, some low scores on trip advisor have been given that some people expected to:
A) Just jump on a quad bike and believe they have the competency to use them, or
B) turn up not wearing appropriate clothing like Trousers etc
…. Come on guys, these are powerful pieces of equipment, opened toed sandles, shorts etc are NOT appropriate…. These rules are in place for YOUR safety.
After the tuition session, you then go up various trails, through rivers and streams, and climb the hills, ending in spectacular views where you can get off and take pictures. It’s really exciting, safe, and enjoyable…. A MUST do activity.
Lastly, I notice that Dave (one of the instructors/guides received criticism on very silly ‘issues’ (like caring about peoples safety, recommending some people should high water proof gear etc etc). I can say that Dave was OUR instructor and guide, and he was brilliant, warm with a sense of humour, and was happy to take pictures for us.
Written August 10, 2022
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Steve P
6 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
Went as a family on the 1.5 hour ride.
David was very patient with my daughter who was very nervous.
He ensured everyone in the group was able and ready to ride the quads safely before setting off on what was an excellent off road ride through forest, water, steep hills and tracks.
A really enjoyable experience for our holiday that we would definitely recommend.
David was very patient with my daughter who was very nervous.
He ensured everyone in the group was able and ready to ride the quads safely before setting off on what was an excellent off road ride through forest, water, steep hills and tracks.
A really enjoyable experience for our holiday that we would definitely recommend.
Written August 2, 2023
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Julie T
Southampton, UK7 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
We booked the 1.5 hour quad biking experience as a bit of fun whilst we were staying in the local area. It did not disappoint! David was thorough with his safety briefing and general competence overview ensuring that all the participants in the larger group were comfortable and familiar with operating their bikes. Rory was then enlisted to offer some additional support - what a gem he is - endless patience and a watchful eye! The scenery was stunning and there was an opportunity for a photo stop to capture the memory. Highly recommend if you are looking for something a little bit different to do.
Written July 4, 2023
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Ben B
2 contributions
Jun 2022 • Friends
Throughout the experience I was trying to reach a one word conclusion to summarise how it felt. That word would have to be ‘tame’.
For those that are nervous, overly cautious, and complete beginners, this is ideal for introducing them to a quad bike. If you have spent more than 30 minutes on a quad bike however, you’ll find this experience to be of extremely poor value.
We were a group of 6 and were advised that for the date we inquired, the only available session was 1.5 hours long. Paying £348 for 6 people to follow the overly strict instructor around for an hour felt rather like a con.
I would also like to point out as a area of constructive feedback that the instructor David was dry and on a couple occasions rude towards some of our party. Upon arrival, he wasn’t fond of our jumpers and shorts clothing approach and as such a number of us opted to spend additional money hiring clothing - much to the ‘hassle’ of David. I can assure you that none of the equipment hired (boots and waterproofs) were required despite David’s advise.
Not only would I choose not to recommend booking here, I would actively advise against people parting ways with such sums of money in return for such a physically boring experience. All we have taken away from this is a desire for a refund and bad taste in our mouths!
For those that are nervous, overly cautious, and complete beginners, this is ideal for introducing them to a quad bike. If you have spent more than 30 minutes on a quad bike however, you’ll find this experience to be of extremely poor value.
We were a group of 6 and were advised that for the date we inquired, the only available session was 1.5 hours long. Paying £348 for 6 people to follow the overly strict instructor around for an hour felt rather like a con.
I would also like to point out as a area of constructive feedback that the instructor David was dry and on a couple occasions rude towards some of our party. Upon arrival, he wasn’t fond of our jumpers and shorts clothing approach and as such a number of us opted to spend additional money hiring clothing - much to the ‘hassle’ of David. I can assure you that none of the equipment hired (boots and waterproofs) were required despite David’s advise.
Not only would I choose not to recommend booking here, I would actively advise against people parting ways with such sums of money in return for such a physically boring experience. All we have taken away from this is a desire for a refund and bad taste in our mouths!
Written June 27, 2022
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kinga c
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Aug 2024 • Business
It was my first time to organise the event for large group at workplace, at the point of enquiry I didnt know how many people will sign up so I just called to enquire how the booking works for larger corporate groups.
When I asked what dates they have available I was faced with the woman who told me abruptly that "I should tell them what dates I want but they fill up quickly" and then pay in full. There is no option to reserve any date provisionally to gather the group or any advice from them. I really expected a bit more supportive conversation, especially I was under assumption they may have experience with this kind of queries and I was a newbie to organising such events.
When I asked what dates they have available I was faced with the woman who told me abruptly that "I should tell them what dates I want but they fill up quickly" and then pay in full. There is no option to reserve any date provisionally to gather the group or any advice from them. I really expected a bit more supportive conversation, especially I was under assumption they may have experience with this kind of queries and I was a newbie to organising such events.
Written August 9, 2024
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Sophia C
2 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
After being apprehensive at first as never drove a quad bike before I absolutely loved this experience!!! We were given clear instructions and had some practice before going onto the trails. The views were breathtaking and driving up and down the hills gave us butterflies. After stopping at the top for some pictures and to take in the view we went on another trails through the woods and we got to drive through lots of puddles (my personal favourite part). Would recommend this place so much and our instructor David was so lovely and professional. Already planning on going back it was that good! Thanks again.
Written September 14, 2023
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Chris H
3 contributions
Dec 2021 • Couples
The worst kind of people you can deal with. Sadly lead by pound signs, think carefully before booking, I certainly wouldn’t entertain these people or book here in the future.
We were forced to cancel due to a family member being seriously ill and requiring ongoing treatment, after appearing sympathetic and agreeing to move the booking, every time we tried to do this we were asked for another deposit.
Thanks so much for no help and the pathetic £75 you refunded us from a £755 booking.
Disgusting
We were forced to cancel due to a family member being seriously ill and requiring ongoing treatment, after appearing sympathetic and agreeing to move the booking, every time we tried to do this we were asked for another deposit.
Thanks so much for no help and the pathetic £75 you refunded us from a £755 booking.
Disgusting
Written December 22, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
The above review for Quadmania is inaccurate for the identity of this business. We have established that the review posted was instead for self-catering holiday property under an entirely separate business which is operated from this address however – the directors at Quadmania are also involved with the operation of the holiday self-catering properties. For clarity – Quadmania’s business only active with outdoor activities.
The booking for the holiday property was cancelled only 10 days prior to the arrival date scheduled during the Christmas week due to a family member being unwell. The cancellation policy states 10% refund with this period of notice for cancellation.
Due to the circumstances of the cancellation, a decision was taken by the self-catering business owners to allow the guest to reschedule their booking during any off-peak period over the next 12 months free of any charge or receive 60% off for a rescheduled booking made within the peak period over the same time period.
The above offer was entirely down to a good will gesture which has instead been revoked by the guest because instead would only settle for a full refund or a completely free of charge reschedule to a peak period.
Due to the fact the guest was not content with any reschedule offer, the appropriate 10% return of funds was the only option.
The businesses that we operate are family run and have always operated in fairness and absolutely repute any wrongdoing by the business operators.
We have remained sympathetic to the above reviewer throughout correspondence, and we wish a good outcome for the family.
Written January 4, 2022
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Alastair L
1 contribution
May 2023 • Family
I have been on many of quad biking treks and they have been so much fun. I am partially deaf and was shouted at because I did not stop whist travelling at 3mph to catch up the back of the group. David the instructor knew I was partially deaf and with my helmet on really struggled. This is the worst I have ever been on and was consistently talked down to by the I structure (David) like I was 6 years old. I was on a family occasion with a young teenage child and 2 older children and we were going fairly slow at all times. David also was very rude to my son on several occasions. I suggest he learns how to speak to people and show some respect. Both my son and I both walked off the event after 20 minutes leaving the bikes in the middle of the field and walked back to our car leaving my wife and 2 daughters to continue not knowing what was going on. I am disgusted and disappointed with what should have been a great family afternoon. David shoes no empathy to DEI. He has probably never heard of it!!!!
Written May 29, 2023
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In response to the above review, I am the person who has been ridiculed above for absolutely no reason. The reviewer went through the same briefing as everyone else and did hear and understand the do's and dont's for driving the quad bikes. On this activity session of 8 people, there was the reviewer’s partner, adult son, a 17 y.o. and 12 y.o, daughter. There was also another group of three males.
After the briefing, we drove into the training field, and it was immediately apparent that the reviewer did exactly what he was asked not to do in full sight of me, the instructor. These are powerful machines and safety is paramount. It was on the third occasion within a short space of time that I realised this driver was not the slightest bit interested in being compliant with safety rules and left me with no choice but to offer him an ultimatum. By this time, he knew that I was not the person to ignore the deliberate unsafe manoeuvres that he was demonstrating. His final option: ‘Stop messing about or leave the activity’. His choice was to leave however, he was insistent that he would simply drive away back to base on his own unattended. I reacted and switched the quad off before he wilfully drove it away and I instead requested him to walk back. The actions I took were unquestionably for his own safety and others on the activity. After the reviewer turned his back to walk away, his adult son announced that he would go with him to keep him company.
The training ground is a place for everyone to complete a skills test and to have some time to adjust to driving a quad on uneven terrain in a controlled method. The reviewers 12 y.o. daughter needed the most help initially in the training field to get her skills and confidence up. At the time when the reviewer was messing about, his daughter was at the early stages of learning to drive her quad and at that time the pace was set to his daughters ability. I viewed this as a selfish act by the reviewer to be knowingly breaking the safety rules with his behaviour being counterproductive to his daughters training.
The remaining riders carried on and by all accounts, had a very enjoyable quad trek. The three males from the other group after the activity repeated to me several times to say that they plan to come back to have a go at the longer trails. They were all beaming with smiles. The reviewers remaining family members that completed the activity also announced their joy however very soon after when I was putting equipment away, I was confronted by the reviewer. I was then subjected to being physically threatened and heavily verbally abused and judging by the reviewer’s body language I felt it was 50/50 whether he was about to attempt to physically assault me. The latter fortunately did not escalate. This was not witnessed by anyone from his family, but I do have other witnesses that overheard and saw his threatening abusive behaviour. My reaction to him then was the same as before which was certainly NOT rude.
Written June 8, 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
SinéadM
30 contributions
Jul 2021 • Family
We all ( mum and 2 teenage boys) enjoyed our quad experience. My 16 year old was chuffed to have an adult sized bike whilst his younger brother was on a smaller model! The instruction in how to handle the bikes was careful and built confidence steadily: firstly just going forwards and backwards, then around a field before heading out into the forest. The forest ride was along tracks and through puddles with a stop midway for photos. Thank you to David who led our ride.
Written August 21, 2021
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JmJog
5 contributions
Aug 2020 • Couples
Highly recommended to all. Scott and David were both incredibly welcoming, professional and really went the extra mile to make it a great experience for us.
They managed to balance perfectly a safe and professional environment and it all felt very “Covid” safe but keeping a personable, warm and fun approach.
The trail and the scenery is absolutely beautiful and the track and technical trails have been so well constructed and designed it was brilliant from start to finish.
Thoroughly nice people and a great place to go.
Thank you
They managed to balance perfectly a safe and professional environment and it all felt very “Covid” safe but keeping a personable, warm and fun approach.
The trail and the scenery is absolutely beautiful and the track and technical trails have been so well constructed and designed it was brilliant from start to finish.
Thoroughly nice people and a great place to go.
Thank you
Written August 26, 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Hi, do you need to book the quad bikes in advance, as I am just going on a daytrip to dunoon. Also can you let me know the cost to hire for 2adults & one child who is 15yr old. Thanks, Angela!
Written July 30, 2015
yes best to book we thought to wait and see the weather but really this is a must in all weather as they provide wellies and waterproofs but if in the area worth a call in ....super staff and ably curb too ambitious teens
Written August 1, 2015
I am planning on a day visit with family to dunoon. Just like to know if quad bikes have to be booked in advance and how much per person by the hour, if so? My boy would love this. So would his dad. Lol. Thanks! Angela.
Written July 30, 2015
Hi Angela! Yes, the quad bikes need to be booked in advance to make sure we have availability. There are three trek types: the Quad Adventure Trek is 1.5 hours and £45pp; the Monster Quad ATV Trek is 2 hours and £70pp; and the Mammoth Quad ATV Trek is 2.5 hours and £95pp. There are also age limits for each trek, the Quad Adenture is a minimum of 12 years old, the Monster Quad is a minimum of 16 and for the Mammoth you must all be 18 or over. If you'd like to book, just give the office a call on 01369 810289! Hope to see you soon.
Written July 30, 2015
Do we need a reservation? Or can we stop by after walking Puck's Glen?
Written July 21, 2015
Hello - yes, you need to book ahead to avoid disappointment! Give the office a call on 01369 810246 for available times :)
Written July 21, 2015
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