This section is here to help you understand the sport of paintball, and how it is renowned leader, Ministry of Paintball, operates.
ARE THE SITES OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK?
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Yes, all of our sites are open 7 days a week; however some sites will only open during a weekday if a minimum number of players are booked to play. You can check the minimum number of players required by enquiring with our customer service team or on our website.
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HOW MANY PAINTBALLS WILL WE NEED?
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The national average is 500, but it depends on how trigger happy you are! We recommend you communicate with your team and use strategies and tactics. This gives players some direction in the game and more chance of defeating the opposing team using less paintballs.
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CAN WE TAKE OUR OWN PAINTBALLS?
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No, unfortunately for health and safety reasons you may only use the paintballs provided by the site on the day. We need to know that the paintballs are safe and it would take all day to check every single paintball.
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CAN WE PAY FOR OUR FIRST 100 PAINTBALLS ON THE DAY?
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No, your first 100 paintballs per player must be paid for in advance to secure your booking. This is to ensure that we have the right number of referees on the day to take care of you.
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IS THERE A MINIMUM AND MAXIMUM AGE LIMIT?
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There is no maximum age limit, however all sites have a minimum age limit. Sites do vary so please check the minimum age when booking by asking our customer services team or on our website.
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DO CHILDREN NEED ADULTS TO STAY ON SITE WITH THEM?
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All sites vary, so please check with our customer services team or on our website.
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DO CHILDREN NEED ADULTS TO SIGN DISCLAIMER FORMS?
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Yes all players under 18 need a parent / guardian to sign a disclaimer form for them.
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IS PROOF OF AGE REQUIRED FOR CHILDREN?
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No, it is the responsibility of the parent / guardian to be truthful about the age of a player. If they are under the minimum age required by a particular site, then insurance is null and void.
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DO ALL SITES OFFER BULK BUY ON PAINTBALLS?
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Many of our sites do offer a discount when buying paintballs in bulk, however some sites only sell 100 paintballs at a time. It is best to check with our customer service team or website for more details.
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WHAT CLOTHING & FOOTWEAR DO WE HAVE TO WEAR?
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It depends on the weather but we recommend you bring layers of warm & comfortable clothing. You will be provided with coveralls which you will wear over your clothing. Bring sturdy but comfortable footwear.
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WHAT DO WE NEED TO BRING WITH US?
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You must bring your confirmation form with you to be presented on the day, some suitable clothing depending on the weather sturdy but comfortable footwear and a sense of adventure!
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DO THE SITES CATER FOR VEGETARIANS?
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Yes, most of our sites cater for vegetarians please check with our customer services team or on our website.
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DO SITES HAVE STORAGE FOR VALUABLES?
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Some of our sites have storage facilities but we recommend that you bring the least amount of valuables possible.
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CAN I ARRIVE LATER THEN THE TIME GIVEN?
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No, players that arrive late will miss the safety briefing and therefore will not be allowed to play.
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HOW FAR IN ADVANCE SHOULD WE BOOK?
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We recommend that you book at least 2 weeks in advance although we will always try our best to accommodate your requirements where possible.
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HOW LONG DOES A DAY LAST?
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Paintball is a full day activity, however if you have any special requests please contact our bookings team to see what they can do for you.
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WHAT TIME DO WE HAVE TO BE ON SITE?
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The majority of sites require you to be there by 9am, however sites do vary, so check the arrival time for your choice of site by checking with our bookings office or on our website.
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WHAT HAPPENS IF WE ARE LATE?
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You must be on site at the time stipulated as it is important that you are there for the safety briefing and the issuing of your combat gear, paintball marker and paintballs. Unfortunately late arrivals will not be able to play as the games will already be in progress.
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DOES THE DAY GO AHEAD IF IT IS RAINING?
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Yes, paintball is an all weather game come rain or shine! Paintball in rain is awesome fun so leave your umbrella at home and bring some good sturdy footwear.
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IS THERE AN AREA FOR SPECTATORS?
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Some sites do have an area for spectators but health and safety issues make it difficult to provide an area where you can view the entire game without risk of stray paintballs.
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WHAT HAPPENS IF A PLAYER DOES NOT TURN UP?
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If a player does not attend without notifying us inside of the given period they will lose their pre-payment and are no longer entitled to their 1st 100 Paintballs.
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CAN I HAVE THE ABSENT PLAYERS 1ST 100 PAINTBALLS?
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No, players who fail to attend on the day lose their 1st 100 paintballs and these paintballs are strictly non-transferable.
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WHAT DOES LUNCH CONSIST OF?
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Lunches vary with each site. You may find out what lunch is provided at the site you selected when you make your booking.
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CAN I USE MY OWN EQUIPMENT?
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Yes, most sites will allow you to use your own equipment. The referees will inspect your equipment and decide whether it is suitable to use at their site. Their decision is final!
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CAN WE TAKE ALCOHOL ON SITE?
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No, consumption of alcohol is strictly not allowed at any of our sites. Anybody found to have had alcohol before or during the day will be sent home without exception.
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HOW DO I GET TO THE SITE VIA PUBLIC TRANSPORT?
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Due to the nature of where most paintball sites are situated not all of our sites are accessible via public transport; however we do provide you with directions to our sites when you make a booking.
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Paintball is a full day activity, however if you have any special requests please contact our bookings team to see what they can do for you.
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HOW CAN I PLAY FOR HALF A DAY ONLY?
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Most of our sites only offer a full day paintballing, however please be aware that any sites that provide a half day of paintball will not supply lunch. Please check with customer service team or website.
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HOW MANY PLAYERS ARE THERE ON EACH TEAM?
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Most outdoor games are played with 16 on each side. Indoor games vary from 8 - 16 per side.
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IS THERE A LIMIT TO HOW MANY PEOPLE CAN BOOK?
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No, bring as many people as you want but please remember that all bookings are subject to availability so check your desired location and date using our online booking facility or call our customer services team.
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