HANMER SPRINGS BIKE RENTAL FIELD GUIDE
Giant Kubb in Hanmer Springs: Sweden’s ‘Viking Chess’ packed for the lawn
A portable Giant Kubb kit rented from Hanmer Springs Adventure Centre—perfect for team play, available for 4-hour or 8-hour/overnight hire.
Giant Kubb in Hanmer Springs: Sweden’s ‘Viking Chess’ packed for the lawn.
Kubb—often called 'Viking Chess'—arrives in Hanmer Springs as a simple, social outdoor game: form two teams, set up your pitch and use throwing batons to topple your opponent’s blocks, then take down the King to claim victory. The Giant Kubb kit comes complete in a sturdy wooden crate with rope handles, making it an easy addition to a park afternoon, a riverside picnic or a backyard gathering.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Family-friendly, social play
Kubb is described as suitable for all ages—teams and players of mixed ages can take part, which makes the Giant Kubb hire a straightforward option for family groups and mixed-age gatherings.
Flexible hire windows
Hire options include a 4-hour rental or an 8-hour/overnight hire, giving you the choice of a short session or an extended play period.
Ready-to-go crate with full kit
The Giant Kubb set is packed in an easy-to-carry wooden crate with rope handles and includes a King, field kubb pieces, throwing batons, field markers and full instructions for setup and play.
What the day feels like
What the game feels like
Play is deliberate and social: teams line up, throw batons at field kubbs to weaken an opponent’s defences and then aim for the King; the rules and pieces are included in the kit so setup and game flow are immediate. The wooden crate design keeps pieces organized for transport and repeat plays.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this hire suits — and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Hire durations available are 4 hours or 8 hours/overnight; if you choose overnight hire, the kit must be returned by 10am the next day.
The kit includes all game pieces and full instructions in a wooden crate with rope handles; bring a flat, open space to set up the pitch.
The Giant Kubb set is packed in an easy-to-carry wooden crate (35cm L × 24cm H × 25.5cm W) for transport—plan vehicle space accordingly.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long can I hire Giant Kubb for?
Hire options are for 4 hours or 8 hours/overnight.
What pieces come in the Giant Kubb kit?
The kit includes 1 × King (30cm × 9cm), 10 × field kubb pieces (15cm × 7cm), 6 × throwing batons (30cm × 4.5cm), 4 × field markers (30cm × 2cm) and full instructions, all packed in a wooden crate.
Are instructions provided?
Yes—Giant Kubb comes with full instructions included in the crate.
Is Giant Kubb suitable for children?
Yes—the hire is described as suitable for all ages.
If I hire overnight, when do I need to return the kit?
If rented overnight, the game must be returned by 10am.
How is the kit transported?
The pieces are packed in a sturdy wooden crate with rope handles designed for easy storage and transport.