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You can find the answers to many
common questions in this section.
1. TIMES
Morning and All Day Games - please book in at 09:00
Afternoon Games - please book in at 12.45pm
Consent forms need to be completed before the games start – these are available at the site, or can be downloaded from our website and completed in advance. All equipment is allocated and a safety briefing is given prior to the start of the games.
Players booking in later than the set times may miss some games, as registration, kitting up and the safety briefing will still need to be completed
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2. CAN YOU PLAY WITHOUT BOOKING?
Bookings are subject to availability - we recommend you contact us as early as possible to book in. You will not be able to play without booking first. Please check the date you would like to play using our availability check.
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3. WILL I BE ON THE SAME TEAM AS MY MATES?
We will always do our best to keep friends on the same team. Please be aware that this will not always be possible as it depends on numbers on the day and how teams are split.
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4. HOW MANY PAINTBALLS DO I NEED?
Some companies lead you to beleive that you can play a paintball day with a 100 paintballs. The truth is you will need a minimum of 300 paintballs for 3 games (half day) to have fun.
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5. DO CHILDREN NEED ADULTS TO SIGN CONSENT FORMS FOR THEM?
If any players are under 18, a parent or guardian must sign consent forms on their behalf.
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6. DO WE OFFER DISCOUNTS?
We give group organisers one free place when 15 players are booked. The free place is offered with the same package size as the rest of the group are booked in on. Organiser bonus is only available on scheduled game dates.
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7. WHAT EQUIPMENT IS INCLUDED WITH ENTRY?
All equipment: semi automatic Inferno paintball gun, gas refills, back pack, full face mask, paintball hopper and overalls. * subject to availability.
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8. DO WE OFFER PRIVATE GAMES OR PRIVATE DAYS?
Yes, we do offer private games and private days. For a private GAME (when we have a day running), we need a minimum of 25 people on a 600 ball package. For a private DAY, we need a minimum of 30 people on a 1,000 ball package. For either option, we require as much notice as possible with full payment in advance. Please call and ask for more details.
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9. IF I TURN UP LATE, CAN I STILL PLAY?
Obviously, to get maximum enjoyment out of your day, you should endeavour to get to the site as early as possible. If you are using one of our promotions, late players will forfeit any free paintballs. However you will be allowed to join in the day’s activities at the next convenient point, following a safety briefing.
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10. DO WE STILL PLAY IF ITS RAINING?
Your paintball event will take place come rain or shine, or even snow. In the unlikely event of adverse weather conditions and the day being cancelled you will be notified with as much notice as possible.
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11. DO WE NEED TO BOOK IN ADVANCE?
All players must pre book. All payment must be made in advance as this ensures that we have enough staff and equipment available on the day.
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12. HOW MANY PLAYERS ARE ON A PAINTBALL TEAM?
This can depend on the day and the numbers booked in. We generally aim to have around 30 players a side. It is very hard to predict exactly, as it all depends on how many players turn up on the day.
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13. ARE THERE REFRESHMENTS AVAILABLE?
You can purchase an individual pizza lunch, with a choice of Margarita or Pepperoni. Pizzas must be pre ordered in advance or on arrival and no later than 10:00am. We also have an onsite shop that sells snacks and drinks, tea and coffee is provided all day free of charge for players.
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14. IS THERE A LIMIT TO THE NUMBER OF PLAYERS I CAN BRING?
The only real limit will be the capacity of the venue, which does vary from day to day. Remember, all bookings are subject to availability so if you have a large group please confirm the booking as soon as possible, otherwise you may miss out on places. Please contact our booking line and we will be happy to check availability for you.
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15. YOUNG GUNS
Our minimum age is 11 years, with a signed consent form signed by a parent or guardian – Consent forms are available from ourselves on the day or may be downloaded and printed from our website, for completion before hand.
CLICK HERE FOR OUR DOWNLOAD PAGE. All young players need to be made aware they need to comply with game rules. The marshals will give a safety briefing before play starts and will stop play if the rules are not adhered to.
Parents do not have to stay with junior players – if dropping young players off, please ensure they are checked in before leaving and if you wish, you can get tea or coffee and stay in our Safe Zone. We also have a viewing gallery for some fields. Trained Marshals run the games and ensure fair play and players are evenly divided to play against each other.
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16. WHAT TO WEAR?
Sensible footwear is a must - walking boots are ideal or other sturdy shoes - please NO WELLINGTON BOOTS, OPEN TOED OR LOOSE FITTING SHOES. You are running across uneven ground - Woodland. Old clothing is advised, with enough layers for those cold mornings. We do not provide gloves with your equipment but you can purchase them from the shop. |
17. PROCEDURE FOR PAINTBALL
Paintball is an exciting activity for all ages that encourages teamwork whilst bringing the excitement of video games to life.
Players are split into two even teams (as even as possible) by our trained staff, who will oversee their safety on the field.
The playing fields have different objectives and scenarios and features, with each team starting from the opposite end.
Each field is played twice and the teams reverse their respective roles.
The rules for each game are explained by our staff, who are always on hand to answer any questions and dispense useful tips where needed.
Games are run until the set time has elapsed, or if the objective has been captured. |
18. DO WE HAVE FREE PARKING ONSITE?
Both sites have ample free parking. In addition Bournemouth can accommodate full size coaches, while Alton can accommodate 50 seater coaches. There is also a slip road on the A32, 200 yards from the Alton site entrance that is available to park full size coachs. Vehicles are parked at the owner's risk. |
19. ARE WE OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK?
Normal event days are Saturdays & Sundays. Games can run during the week but we must have a minimum number of 25 players on a pre-paid 600 ball package, please check with us before booking. |
20. DO WE OFFER A UPGRADE MARKER?
We offer a exclusive upgrade marker called the TACtical Inferno at our sites. The marker offers significantly improved features over the standard marker. For More information please click here. We recommend pre booking a TAC in advance, due to its popularity. |
21. SHOULD PARENTS STAY ON SITE WITH CHILDREN
We do not require a parent or guardian to be present during the day, however all players below the age of 18 must have a consent form signed by themselves and counter signed by a parent or guardian before they can play at our site. A downloadable copy is available on-line. |
22. IS PAINTBALL SAFE?
YES, it is very safe compared to other team sports such as Rugby and football. Paintball is played across the world often without incident.
We provide safety equipment of a high standard in the industry and we offer players full head protection.
Each set of goggles is inspected to ensure a secure fit before each game. We even provide free of charge body armour (subject to availability) All games are run by highly experienced staff and we make safety our top priority on the day. |
23. IS THERE AN AREA AT THE SITE FOR SPECTATORS?
Both our sites have safe zones with viewing facilities for some of the playing fields.
However, you cannot see all the playing fields from the safe zone, as some game zones can be some distance into the woodland. You can go along as a spectator if you sign a player consent form and spectate with head protection, from outside the playing area (outside of the safe zone) and don't mind getting hit by the odd stray paintball. |
24. WHAT HAPPENS IF A PLAYER DOES NOT TURN UP?
If players do not turn up on the confirmed day, all of their payment will be lost. Paintballs are non-transferable. If we receive notification within our amendment policy, then we can update the booking – see our terms and conditions. |
25. DO WE OFFER BULK BUY ON PAINTBALLS?
We offer bulk purchase discounts. We recommend you buy in bulk to save money as shown on our price page.
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26. DO WE HAVE STORAGE AVAILABLE FOR VALUABLES?
Unlike some other venues we do have lockers at our sites that can be rented, where you can store your belongings. Camouflage Paintball is not responsible for loss, damage or theft of any valuables or other persobal property on site.
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27. CAN WE BRING ALCOHOL OR DRUGS TO THE CENTRE?
No alcohol or drugs are permitted at our paintball centres. Any players who have been drinking or are deemed to be on drugs will be excluded from the games and asked to leave the centre.
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28. WHAT IF I GET LOST TRYING TO FIND THE CENTRE?
To avoid getting lost we suggest you make sure all drivers in your group print the directions from the website and take these with them. Our directions are for guidance only, we recommend using a road map for more precise directions.
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29. CAN I BRING MY OWN MARKER/EQUIPMENT?
Unfortunately for safety reasons, you can not bring your own equipment to the site, this includes paintballs or pyrotechnics not purchased at our site. You can use your own kneepads and gloves at our sites.
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30. CAN I BRING MY OWN PAINTBALLS?
For safety reasons, we have a strict policy at our sites that you may only use paintballs issued by Camouflage Paintball on the day. We carry out spot checks and anyone found to be breaking this rule will have their paintballs confiscated and may be asked to leave the site.
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