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Outdoor laser tag near York: the complete guide

All the tactics of paintball, with nothing fired.

Everything about outdoor laser tag near York: how it works, what's included, ages, prices, the game zones and how it compares with paintball. Private 90-minute sessions from £25.

£25 per person 90 mins Age 12+ Groups of 10 or more

Updated 2 October 2026 · Written by the Yorkshire Outdoor Activity Park team · 3 min read

Outdoor laser tag near York: the complete guide

The basics, in plain English.

Outdoor laser tag is a team game played with electronic guns. When you hit someone, the sensor in their gun records it, so nothing physical is fired and nothing hurts. At Yorkshire Outdoor Activity Park it’s played long-range, across real woodland, buildings, bridges and bunkers, not in a dark indoor arena.

£25 per person for a private 90-minute session, ages 12 and over, groups of 10 or more.

A long-range gun, camouflage clothing and goggles are included, with unlimited shots.

What it’s actually like.

Laser tag players in the woods

Camouflage on, goggles down, and a whole woodland to fight across. The instructor sets the mission, and the game begins.

Every game has an objective, lives and scoring, explained before it starts. The guns are accurate over long distances, so you’re using cover, flanking and teamwork, not just running about.

With unlimited shots, there’s no ammunition to buy and nobody runs out halfway through a game.

How the kit works.

  • Long-range gunsLightweight electronic guns built for outdoor play, accurate over long distances.
  • The sensor is in the gunNo vest or bulky pack. It records every hit, your lives and eliminations.
  • Goggles for the woodsNothing is fired. Goggles protect your eyes from branches and structures.

The game zones.

Your instructor chooses zones such as the Village, the Bunker, the Airfield and the Bridge to suit your group on the day. These are the same permanent zones used for paintball, built up since 1988.

Who it suits, and who it doesn’t.

Great for

  • Hen parties and mixed groups. Active and competitive, with no paint and no impact.
  • Anyone nervous about paintball. Nothing is fired.
  • Birthdays from age 12 and team days.

Better options if

  • Children are under 12. Junior Laser Tag runs from School Year 1.
  • You want real hits. Paintball is the full experience.
  • You’re fewer than 10. The minimum group is 10.

What it costs.

£25

per person, for a private 90-minute session. Everything included:

  • Long-range electronic gun
  • Camouflage clothing and goggles
  • Unlimited shots
  • Instructor-led games

Work out your group's cost

Total£300

Check dates and book

Online bookings are paid in full. Phone bookings can usually be secured with a £100 deposit, with the balance due the week before.

Laser tag vs paintball.

Laser TagPaintball
Price£25From £30
Time90 minutes2 or 4 hours
Age12+Year 7+
Private?AlwaysSaturdays may include other groups
Does it hurt?NoA hit can sting

Still deciding? Read paintball vs airsoft vs laser tag.

Before you go.

  • Arrive 30 minutes earlyFor registration, kit and the briefing.
  • What to wearComfortable outdoor clothes, long trousers and trainers or boots with good grip. Camouflage is supplied.
  • The weatherIt normally goes ahead in rain and cold weather.
  • Access needsThe zones include uneven ground and structures. Call before booking so we can plan.
  • FormsEveryone e-signs before the day; a parent or guardian signs for under-18s.
  • On siteA group safe area, toilets, food counter and free parking.

Your questions, answered.

Does laser tag hurt?

No. No physical projectile is fired. Hits are recorded electronically by the sensor built into the gun.

Is the session private?

Yes. Every standard laser tag booking is private to your group.

Do we wear vests?

No. The sensor is built into the gun, so there’s no separate vest or chest pack.

Why wear goggles if nothing is fired?

Because you’re moving through real woodland and structures. Goggles protect your eyes from branches, not from the laser tag.

Is it suitable for beginners?

Yes. The instructor explains the equipment, the scoring and every game before play begins.

Is laser tag good for a hen party?

Very. It’s active and competitive, with no paint, no impact, no ammunition to buy and no experience needed.

In summary.

  • £25 per personPrivate, 90 minutes.
  • Nothing firedIt doesn’t hurt.
  • Long-range, outdoorsReal woodland zones.
  • Ages 12+Junior Laser Tag from Year 1.

Ready to play laser tag?

Private 90-minute sessions, £25 per person, 10 minutes from York.

  • 4.9 stars from 480+ Google reviews
  • Running since 1988
  • Free parking

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About this guide. Written by the team at Yorkshire Outdoor Activity Park, who have run games here since 1988. Prices and session details are checked against our activity pages. Updated 2 October 2026.

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