Four big adventures at one South Wales site
Book Zip World Tower Colliery tickets for a South Wales day out packed with high-speed adventure. This former coal mining site is home to four separate experiences: Phoenix, Tower Coaster, Tower Flyer and Tower Climber.
You can choose the adventure that suits your group, whether that is a first zip line for younger thrill-seekers or a bigger challenge with mountain views and heritage surroundings. Every ticket is booked for a specific activity and time slot, so it is easy to plan your visit around your chosen experience.
There is also an on-site restaurant, viewing areas and parking right by check-in, making the site practical for families and mixed-age groups. For more outdoor family adventures, browse our outdoor activity tickets.
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Trusted by 10,000,000 FamiliesYour booking covers one named adventure at Zip World Tower Colliery. Choose from Phoenix, Tower Coaster, Tower Flyer or Tower Climber, then select your date, time slot and ticket quantity at checkout.
Phoenix includes two seated zip lines across two separate zip zones. Tower Coaster includes three rides on the 1km track. Tower Flyer includes three seated zip lines across three zip zones. Tower Climber includes access to either the main course or junior course, depending on participant height and booking.
Book now and get your e-tickets in seconds – no faff, no printing needed. Whether you're flying on Phoenix or riding the Tower Coaster, we make it easy to secure your spot at the best available price. No stress, just pure adrenaline from the moment you arrive.
Zip World Tower Colliery is built for families, older children and adventurous adults who want more than one type of thrill in one place. You can book a high-speed zip line, a family coaster, a confidence-building mini zip or a large climbing course, all on the same South Wales site.
Tower Flyer is a 45-minute introductory zip line adventure across three zip zones, with a minimum height of 1m. Tower Climber is the UK’s largest adventure course of its kind, with a junior course from 1m and a main course from 1.25m.
Phoenix covers 1540m across two separate zip zones and reaches speeds of up to 70mph. Riders need to be at least 1.2m tall and no heavier than 130kg, with one participating adult aged 18+ required for every three under-18s.
Tower Coaster combines a 1km track, optional braking and three rides per ticket. It is available from age 4+, with children aged 4 to 8 required to share a sledge with a participating adult or a rider aged 9+ who is over 1m.
Off-Peak: October-March
Closed Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays
Zip World Tower
Rhigos Road, Hirwaun, Aberdare, Glamorgan and Cardiff, CF44 9UF, Wales
///facelift.daylight.office - 40 minutes from Cardiff City Centre
Tel: 01248601444
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Last updated: 13:00 11/06/2026
Most asked questions relating to Zip World Tower.
Your ticket includes one named adventure at Zip World Tower Colliery. Depending on what you book, that means Phoenix, Tower Coaster, Tower Flyer or Tower Climber, plus the relevant safety briefing and equipment. It does not cover every activity on site.
