Go Ape Whinlatter
Keswick, Cumbria
About Go Ape Whinlatter
Looking for an unforgettable, action-packed day out in the Lake District? Take a trip to England's only true Mountain Forest with Go Ape Whinlatter Forest Park. Which luckily enough, is also home to two epic Go Ape high-ropes adventure 1000ft above sea level!
The best Go Ape adventure for for thrill seekers has to be the ultimate zip line experience where you can enjoy spectacular Cumbrian views, tree-top adventures and more family fun!
Fun Activities For Thrill Seekers
After a safety briefing, where you can physically practise how to move along on the continuous belay from treetop to treetop, you can let your little ones go wild! They can embark on their Go Ape Adventure and clamber into the tops of the trees before zipping back down to earth. Treetop Adventure is the first rung on the Go Ape ladder and gives thrill-seekers access to three loops of sky-high, wobbly bridges and intricate tree crossings all ending with an 80m+ forest zipline.
Treetop Adventure Plus is for those looking to level up! Once you've found your feet on Treetop Adventure, take the fun to new heights on Adventure Plus. There’s 10m+ platforms, unique crossings and a 100m+ solo epic zip-wire, where you can set your eyes on some incredible views, on your breath-taking journey. AND you'll find extra loops that will take you further up into the treetops, where you'll come across challenging crossings and their BIGGEST zip-line down.
Explore the forest floor at one of the highest Go Ape locations in the UK, with an all-terrain Forest Segway adventure! It's the perfect two-wheeled adventure, with its off-road experience, that all the family can enjoy. Plus, if you love rural nature and the sheer drama of the overhead treetop crossings, then these exclusive segway trails will take you to incredible vantage points where you can soak up the sights from Skiddaw to Helvellyn!
With dramatic views in this beautiful forest, high-wire adventures and a dose of thrill - you'll find a whole host of outdoor activities for the family. Whether it's an adrenaline-filled, hour-long high ropes activity, the challenging crossings, brilliant zip wires or the walking trails. All we know is at Go Ape Whinlatter, you'll be enjoying an exhilarating experience that will leave you with the best memories! Are you ready for the ultimate forest adventure for the family?
Food & Drink
Need to refuel? Grab a drink and a bite to eat at Siskins Café. Alternatively, if you've bought your own packed lunches there's a lovely picnic area with views of Whinlatter the forest.
Why We Recommend Go Ape Whinlatter For Families
Go Ape is the ultimate bucket list experience that not only offers breathtaking views, but offers a unique activity for adventurous families looking for something different on their family day out!
- High-wire adventures
- Stunning Cumbrian views
- 100m+ solo zip wire
Two-Wheeled Adventure
Climb aboard Go Ape's heavy duty all-terrain Segways, for an hour of unrivalled Cumbrian views.
Exclusive trails will take you to incredible vantage points where you can soak up the sights from Skiddaw to Helvellyn.
Probably the most scenic Segway Safari and still fun if enveloped in cloud!
Sky High Adventures
Treetop Adventure Plus is all about the 'more'. More speed, air, freedom, height, and thrills for young adventurers.
It's a step up and extension to the popular Treetop Adventure high ropes course, so children need to be at least 1.2m to participate. Participants will have full access to the Adventure loops of the course to find their feet, hone their skills and have fun. When they feel ready, it's time to hit the heights of Adventure Plus and the additional loop.
The extra loop goes further into the treetops, with more challenging crossings. This turns up the adventure and the fun, finishing with their biggest zip-wire ride of the day back to the ground.
This is one of the most challenging Treetop Adventure Plus courses that Go Ape has to offer. It is significantly higher than other courses, and there are a number of more challenging obstacles. Younger children may find it difficult, even if they have completed Treetop Adventure Plus at another location.
Take the leap and book their Lake District adventure today at Go Ape Whinlatter.
Lake District Adventures
Not only is Go Ape a fantastic and thrilling adventure, but the Lake District is simply beautiful and worth exploring! It's the perfect place for hiking and taking the dogs out for a walk!
If you’re a keen cyclist then you’re going to love Whinlatter Forest which has been described as ‘putting the mountain back into biking’.
It’s home to the longest purpose-built mountain bike trails in the Lake District and also has a mountain bike orienteering trail.
Facilities
Toilets
Gift Shop
Changing Rooms
Onsite Parking
Accessible Toilets
Dog Friendly
Card Payments Accepted
Opening Times
Opening times may vary, so check Go Ape’s website for more details!
Pricing & Tickets
- Child (4-17) : £21.00
- Adult (17-18+) : £21.00
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
Parking
Toilets
Family Friendly Options
Food & Drink
Accessibility Information
Tickets & Bookings
Private Hire & Birthday Parties
Contact Details
Go Ape
Whinlatter Forest Park
Braithwaite
Keswick
Cumbria
CA12 5TW
England
Tel: 01603895500
Visit WebsiteTransport Information
From Keswick: Take the A66 west towards Cockermouth. At Braithwaite turn west onto the B5292 for Lorton. Follow visitor centre signposts.
Due to the rural nature of our locations, postcodes are not always accurate when using Satellite Navigation. Please always check the route before setting off, and cross-reference with a map.
The car parking charges are as follows;
Up to 1 hour = £2.20
Each additional 20 minutes = £0.50
Bus routes 77/77a operate between Keswick and Whinlatter Forest.
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