Go Ape Chessington
Chessington, Greater London
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Say yes to the ultimate forest adventure at Go Ape Chessington! Whether you're looking for fun adventures for adults or kids - it's time to rally the troops, tighten your clips and head for heights of 10m and zip across the forest skyline on a 150m zip line!
Located in the Chessington World of Adventures Resort, your high-rope adventure will begin with a small, all-important safety briefing and safety practice until you feel confident to begin one of the fantastic courses. Once you've absorbed all of the staff's top tips and safety instructions, it's only you and the beautiful forest surroundings you need to focus on.
Go on, push yourself out of your comfort zone, tackle those challenging crossings and finish with an exhilarating experience like the zip ride!
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.
Fun Activities for Thrill Seekers
Experience freedom as you swing high in the trees with a high ropes adventure. With an action-packed duo of adult and junior experiences, it’s the perfect place for thrill-seekers of all ages. Gather your troop and get ready for some serious treetop action - including a brilliant four-person zip wire (you won't find this at any other Go Ape location!). This epic challenge is only at Go Ape Chessington, making it an amazing location for adventure seekers everywhere.
Tiny chimps in the group? Anyone’s welcome to have a go at the outdoor activity with the Treetop Adventure course, as long as they are taller than 1m. This means the whole family can experience Go Ape together in the picturesque woodlands. They'll face treetop crossings, wobbly bridges and of course, an exhilarating zip ride back down to the forest floor.
Looking for even bigger thrills? Go skyward bounds and level up to the Treetop Challenge (suitable for anyone over 1.4m). Face challenging courses packed with twisty, wobbly crossings, and epic zip lines - did we mention it's a FOUR person zip line experience (which you can't find anywhere else!)? Not to mention the high ropes span a whopping 835 metres!
Want to know something cool? Go Ape Chessington is even open during the winter months too!
If you've had your fill of heart-thumping fun, you can always visit Chessington Zoo or Hampton Court nearby. If you're up for many more major thrills you should of course visit Chessington World of Adventures theme park.
Food & Drink
There is an onsite cafe that serves both hot & cold food as well as drinks. If you prefer to bring your own food with you, there are lots of picnic tables to choose from.
Why We Think Go Ape Chessington Is A Must-Visit For Families
Go Ape Chessington provides adventurous tribes with the ultimate thrill factor and offers a unique blend of excitement and challenge that is perfect for kids and adults alike. Not only is it a must-visit destination, but it promises a memorable day packed with adventure and laughter, making it ideal for families looking to create lasting memories together.
- Treetop fun & thrilling family adventure
- A truly wild location and a fantastic adventure
- A fantastic four-person zip wire
FOUR Person Zip Wire
Now, that's something you don't hear of every day! And that's because you'll only find this ultimate four-person zip wire ONLY at Go Ape Chessington.
Interested? We think it's time you headed out for an ape-venture.
First Theme Park Location
You've all heard of Chessington World of Adventures Resort, right? Well, Go Ape has got it's first ever theme park location with Go Ape Chessington! So, not only can you conquer your fears and embrace the dizzying heights, but also experience an action-packed day out at Chessington World of Adventures Resort!
Accessible From The Capital City
Go Ape Chessington is easy to get to from London - with regular trains that's only 35 minutes away to only 2 miles away from the A3 and M25! Easy.
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Opening Times
Opening times may vary, so check Go Ape’s website for more details!
Pricing & Tickets
- Child (4-17) : £20.00
- Adult (17-18+) : £20.00
Adults from £20.00Kids from £20.00
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
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Contact Details
Chessington World of Adventures, Leatherhead Road
Chessington
Greater London
KT9 2NE
England
Tel: 01603895500
Visit WebsiteTransport Information
By Car:
Chessington is on the A243, just two miles from the A3 and M25 (junction 9 or 10). We are well signposted. From the South, take M25 junction 9 From the North, take M25 junction 10 From London, take the A3 to Hook - Chessington is signposted on the A243.
By Train:
Chessington is within 35 minutes of central London and regular South West Train services run from Waterloo, Clapham Junction and Wimbledon.
Take train to Chessington South Station - 20-minute walk from the station.
By Bus:
465 bus Kingston to Chessington
467 bus from Epsom to Chessington
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