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Frequently Asked Questions
Here are a few of the questions most frequently asked about paintballing at BPF, click on a question for the answer, if you are looking for FAQ's for laser, click here
Q: Are there any age restrictions to play paintball?
Q: How many people do I need to bring?
Q: Are junior players mixed with adults?
Q: Do girls/women play paintball?
Q: How many paintballs will I need?
Q: Can I bring my own paintball?
Q: Are you open all year round?
Q: Are you open mid-week?
Q: Do you do evening games?
Q: I’ve bought some paintball tickets from an agency, can I use them at BPF?
Q: Do you take credit/debit cards on site?
Q: What if it snows?
Q: I’m a large fella/lady, will your coveralls fit me?
Q: Are gloves and footwear provided?
Q: I’m not particularly fit, does this matter?
Q: Can I move my booking to another date?
Q: Why are deposits non-returnable/transferable?
Q: Are there any age restrictions to play paintball?
A: Yes, players must be 12 years of age or older to play paintball.
Q: How many people do I need to bring?
A: There are no restrictions on how few or how many people you bring along.
We often mix groups of two or three players with other groups to make up numbers.
Q: Are junior players mixed with adults?
A: Juniors are always put in with beginners, however we realise that dads and older brother etc may wish to play too, so we decide on who goes into a group based on experience rather than age. This makes for more fun and a friendlier day for everyone.
Q: Do girls/women play paintball?
A: Yes, we have more and more females play each year.
Q: How many paintballs will I need?
A: This is very much down to you. Although this is a very good question, it’s almost impossible to answer, some players will last all day on 200 balls, some trigger-happy nutters may need a lot more. The average is between 600 and 800 paintballs.
Q: Can I bring my own paintball?
A: Of course not. Our paintballs are premium quality to ensure they fly straight and don’t keep breaking in your hopper or barrel. Most paintballs sold on the internet are seconds and cause more problems than they’re worth, spoiling your day. Anyone trying to use their own paintballs will be ejected from the site.
Q: Are you open all year round?
A: Yes, we’re the biggest Paintball venue in Europe and opperate all year round.
Q: Are you open mid-week?
A: Yes, although minimum numbers of 18 players apply. We’re always open on Saturdays and Sundays so if there are just a few of you, that’s your best option.
Q: Do you do evening games?
A: Yes, throughout the summer when light allows. Times and availability vary so best to phone to check.
Q: I’ve bought some paintball tickets from an agency, can I use them at BPF?
A: It’s best to call us first to avoid disappointment. We do work with some agencies but best to check.
Q: Do you take credit/debit cards on site?
A: Yes, although all card payments made on site are subject to a 5% surcharge.
Q: What if it snows?
A: We’ve never cancelled a game due to adverse weather. The trees give a lot of cover anyway and once you get stuck-in you’ll forget about the rain or snow.
Q: I’m a large fella/lady, will your coveralls fit me?
A: We have sizes up to XXXL (about 56” chest). If you think you’ll struggle, you’re welcome to bring a fleece and some old jeans or combat pants to wear instead, although avoid wearing bright colours!
Q: Are gloves and footwear provided?
A: No. We do sell flexi-armour full-finger gloves to keep. Boots are recommended, although old trainers are fine too. Wellies are not ideal as they offer no ankle support. It can get muddy in some game zones.
Q: I’m not particularly fit, does this matter?
A: Not at all, as a general rule it’s the players that use their brains and play strategically who do best at paintball. You’re welcome to hide-out in a bunker and let the enemy to bring the battle to you!
Q: Can I move my booking to another date?
A: This depends on how close we are to the date. If you give us plenty of notice, we’ll do our best to offer an alternative date. However calling us at short notice will usually result in deposits being lost as staff and catering will have already been booked and we may have turned other people away.
Q: Why are deposits non-returnable/transferable?
A: We book staff and catering based on deposits paid so if players don’t turn-up we still have these costs to pay. We may also have turned away other players on busy days. Taking a deposit helps organisers by getting some commitment from their friends – afterall it takes a lot of effort arranging a day out.
Q: What about experienced players with their own modified equipment?
A: We don’t allow players to use their own guns at BPF; it just annoys other players, spoils their day and simply wouldn’t be fair. If you have your own cammo coveralls or face mask, then that’s fine providing they meet our safety standards.
Here are a few of the questions most frequently asked about Laser Tag at BPF:
Q: Are there any age restrictions to play Laser Combat?
Q: How many people do I need to bring?
Q: It’s my childs eighth birthday but some friends are still seven, can they play?
Q: Can mums and dads join in?
Q: Can we watch, take photos and video?
Q: Can we bring a birthday cake?
Q: Are you open all year round?
Q: Are you open mid-week?
Q: Do you do evening games?
Q: Do you take credit/debit cards on site?
Q: What if it snows?
Q: My child is very small, will your coveralls fit?
Q: Are gloves and footwear provided?
Q: Can I move my booking to another date?
Q: Why are deposits non-returnable/transferable?
Q: Are there any age restrictions to play Laser Combat?
A: Yes, players must be in school year seven or be at least eight years of age to play.
Q: How many people do I need to bring?
A: There are no restrictions on how few or how many people you bring along.
We often mix groups of two or three players with other groups to make up numbers.
Q: It’s my childs eighth birthday but some friends are still seven, can they play?
A: Yes although we ask that a few adults play too, in case they need help carrying their tagger etc.
Q: Can mums and dads join in?
A: Of course. Mums and dads are welcome and usually have a great time taking part!
Q: Can we watch, take photos and video?
A: Yes, you’re welcome to watch. There are spectator areas at most game zones where you can take a couple of pics or shoot some video. In the interest of child protection, we ask that no cameras are used while any participants are getting changed in the Base Camp area.
Q: Can we bring a birthday cake?
A: Of course. We have dedicated covered party areas with long tables and benches perfect for party food and singing happy birthday! Hot-dogs etc are also available on site if you prefer.
Q: Are you open all year round?
A: Yes, we’re the biggest Paintball and outdoor Laser Combat venue in Europe and opperate all year round.
Q: Are you open mid-week?
A: Yes, although minimum numbers apply so best to phone to check. We’re always open on Saturdays and Sundays so if there are just a few of you, that’s your best option.
Q: Do you do evening games?
A: Yes, throughout the summer when light allows. Times and availability vary so best to phone to check.
Q: Do you take credit/debit cards on site?
A: Yes, although all card payments made on site are subject to a 5% surcharge.
Q: What if it snows?
A: We’ve never cancelled a game due to adverse weather. The trees give a lot of cover anyway and once you get stuck-in you’ll forget about the rain or snow.
Q: My child is very small, will your coveralls fit?
A: We have sizes down to XXS so they should be fine.
Q: Are gloves and footwear provided?
A: No. We do sell flexi-armour full-finger gloves to keep. Boots are recommended, although old trainers are fine too. It can get muddy in some game zones.
Q: Can I move my booking to another date?
A: This depends on how close we are to the date. If you give us plenty of notice, we’ll do our best to offer an alternative date. However calling us at short notice will usually result in payment being lost as staff and catering will have already been booked and we may have turned other people away.
Q: Why are deposits non-returnable/transferable?
A: We book staff and catering based on deposits paid so if players don’t turn-up we still have these costs to pay. We may also have turned away other players on busy days. Taking a deposit helps organisers by getting some commitment from their guests – afterall it takes a lot of effort arranging Laser party
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