Go Ape Chelmsford
Chelmsford, Essex
About Go Ape Chelmsford
Bring excitement and thrilling adventure into your next family day out with an epic challenge up in the trees at Go Ape Chelmsford! It’s one of Essex's most iconic locations, and they're thrilled to announce that Hyland's Park in Chelmsford, has become Go Ape’s 35th UK location.
Embark on a high-wire adventure, zoom down not one, but eight zip lines or channel your inner ape as you swing like Tarzan!
Returning this autumn - Sundown Adventures!
Back by popular demand. Experience tree top thrills in a whole new light across 25 locations for a limited time between 17th October and 9th November. Go Ape Sundown Adventures offer a new level of forest fun in the dark. Become a creature of the night as you climb through the canopy on a high ropes course lit with colourful lights. Test your skills on tree top crossings and experience the thrill of a zip wire ride into the darkness. It's a unique opportunity to enjoy the forest's beauty and experience the adrenaline rush of adventure after dark. The experience takes one to two hours, and the Go Ape team are around to help throughout. It starts with a safety briefing and harness fitting. For ages 6 and up (minimum height 1.2 metres) this is an adventure that will delight kids and adults alike.
NEW ACTIVITY COMING SOON >> ARCHERY TAG!
Get ready for the ultimate team game that’s the perfect mix of dodgeball and archery. It’s amazing fun for adults and kids alike – have you got the teamwork, reflexes and strategy to win?
Fun Activities for Thrill Seekers
Go Ape Chelmsford features three incredible high ropes experiences suitable for participants over 1m tall: Treetop Adventure, Treetop Adventure Plus and Treetop Challenge! So, whether you have tiny explorers, older adventurers or experienced thrill seekers, you can all show off your tree-climbing skills!
There’ll be over 100 challenging aerial crossings, 8 zip lines and a Tarzan Swing on the Treetop Challenge experience. This is set to be the hottest adventure in town, providing challenging outdoor experiences for people aged 4 to 94.
Excited? On your marks, get set, Go Ape!
Go Ape experiences really are an adventure lover's delight. Scope the forest floors or head for the heights, there are so many individual activities to choose from so don't feel you have to stick with what your friends or family want to do!
Food & Drink There are lots of places to settle down and have a picnic. There is food available onsite too.
Share an unforgettable adventure at Go Ape Chelmsford! Get ready to swing in the canopy, zip across the sky and step outside of your comfort zone. Have you got what it takes?
- Thrilling Tarzan Swing
- High-rope thrills for the whole family
- Zip-lining adventure
Explore the 574-acre Public Park
Hylands Park is a 574-acre public park full of fun things to do. The adventure dial has been turned up to 11 now that Go Ape is in the park!
Hylands Park is a beautiful and peaceful place to relax and enjoy the Great British outdoors. The park is home to various wildlife, including deer, rabbits, and birds. Several walking and cycling trails wind through the park, so make a day of it on your visit to Go Ape.
Experience Zip Lines Galore
At Go Ape Chelmsford there are 8 exhilarating zip lines, each offering breathtaking views across Hylands Park Estate! 5 of which are alpine zip wires!
Pair up these zips with 34 daring crossings to test your agility and nerve. This means plenty of time in the air!
Reach New Heights
Get ready for a heart-pounding adventure at Chelmsford Hylands Park on Treetop Challenge, a thrilling high ropes course featuring 3 loops of high-flying excitement. Conquer suspended obstacles, navigate wobbly bridges, and soar through the canopy on eight exhilarating zip lines, including five alpine zips. Plus challenge yourself on our Tarzan Swing
Facilities
Toilets
Onsite Parking
Food Available
Dog Friendly
Opening Times
Please visit the Go Ape website for up-to-date timings.
Pricing & Tickets
- Child (4-17) : £21.00
- Adult (17-18+) : £21.00
Sundown Adventures
Treetop Adventure Plus from £28.00 per person
Treetop Adventure from £23.00 per person
TreeTop Adventure - £21.00
TreeTop Adventure Plus - £26.00
TreeTop Challenge - £36.00
Prices may vary, please check the attraction's website for details.
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Plan Your Visit
Typical visit time 2 - 3 hours
Suitable for Kids and Adults too
FAQs
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Contact Details
Hylands Estate, Greenbury Way
Chelmsford
Essex
CM2 8FS
England
If you are travelling by car, use postcode CM2 8FS. Please enter through the Hylands Park entrance off A414 Greenbury Way. Look out for signs for Highlands Estate once you have made the turn-off of the A414 at the junction.
Tel: 01603895500
Visit WebsiteTransport Information
By Car - use CM2 8FS to find us. Enter via Hylands Park entrance off A414 Greenbury Way. Look out for signs for Hylands Estate once you have made a turn off the A414 at the junction.
By Train - Chelmsford Station served by Greater Anglia. The park is just under an hour's walk from the station.
By Bus - route C4 First Buses. Alight at Lodge Road and walk down Paradise Road through the underpass and into the park via Writtle car park entrance.
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