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Nestled in the heart of Cannock Chase, Go Ape is one of Staffordshire’s top destinations for outdoor adventure and family fun. Set among towering woodland and scenic trails, it offers the perfect mix of adrenaline and nature. With three high ropes experiences to choose from — plus the chance to explore the forest on a thrilling Forest Segway adventure — there’s something for every kind of explorer. Whether you’re planning a family day out, a weekend activity or searching for unique things to do, Go Ape have adventure covered.
A 1-hour high ropes activity featuring platform-to-platform crossings and ziplines, perfect for family days out. This entry-level experience suits kids aged 4 to 6 years old, or those looking for a gentler start to their high ropes adventures. Height requirement: over 1-metre tall. Age dependant supervision required. Navigate confidence-building bridges, tunnels and other obstacles. There’s something for everyone to challenge themselves with and enjoy. Platform heights vary up to 12 metres. Experience starts with a safety briefing.
A 1-hour high ropes activity, a step up from Treetop Adventure it features trickier platform-to-platform crossings and bigger zip wires. This mid-level experience suits children ready for a more challenging adventure, or those looking to try a shorter course before taking on Treetop Challenge. Height requirement: over 1.2 metres tall. Aimed at 6 to 10 years old, age dependant supervision is required. Longest zip wire is up to 130 metres long. Experience starts with a safety briefing.
Go Ape’s flagship 2–3-hour high ropes activity. Climb rope ladders high into the trees, step from Tarzan Swings, navigate your way across tree-to-tree crossings and swoop along our famous ziplines. Available at 30+ locations, each offering a unique and thrilling experience. For adults and children over 1.4 metres tall, minimum age 10 years (depending on safety system) – age dependent supervision required. Experience starts with a safety briefing.
Get off the beaten track and back to nature with a 1-hour Forest Segway experience. Available in season, go off-road and explore the forest on the latest in green technology. Electrically powered and self-balancing, they are easy to use and fun to drive. You’ll feel like a pro in no time after a quick practice session, then you’ll be off zooming from sight to sight across rugged terrains in beautiful forests. You must be at least 7 stone to ride a Segway. Age dependent supervision required.
Guide Prices
Gorillas: (18+) £31.00
Baboons: (10-17) £25.00
Facilities
Booking & Payment Details
- Advance booking essential - Recommended as availability is limited on all sessions
- Credit cards accepted (no fee)
- Online Booking Possible
Catering
- On site café / restaurant
- On-site light refreshments
- Picnic site
Children
- Baby changing facilities - At Birches Valley Visitor Centre
- Children welcome
Groups
- Education/study area - Private forest shelter available for this purpose
- Facilities for educational visits - Private forest shelter available for this purpose
- Facilities for groups - Private forest shelter available for this purpose
- Mini Coach Parties Accepted - Advance booking essential
Meeting, Conference & Wedding Facilities
- Facilities for corporate hospitality
- Grounds for outdoor activities
- Leisure facilities onsite - Additional activities such as walks, bike hire and walking trails
- Mobile phone coverage - Yes, in some areas
- Sole use of venue - Possible with prior arrangement
Parking
- Accessible Parking
- Parking with charge
Property Facilities
- Gift shop
- Public toilets
Season
- April
- August
- Autumn
- December - Treetop Challenge, Treetop Adventure, treetop Adventure Plus open (Reduced Sessions)
- February - Treetop Challenge, Treetop Adventure, treetop Adventure Plus open (Reduced Sessions)
- January - Treetop Challenge, Treetop Adventure, treetop Adventure Plus open (Reduced Sessions)
- July
- June
- March
- May
- November - Treetop Challenge, Treetop Adventure, treetop Adventure Plus open (Reduced Sessions)
- October
- September
- Spring
- Summer
- Winter - Treetop Challenge, Treetop Adventure, treetop Adventure Plus open (Reduced Sessions)
Suitability
- School Trips
Target Markets
- Accepts groups
- Coach parties accepted - With prior arrangement
- Eco-Friendly - Our sites are located in some of the UK’s most valuable and beautiful environments and we take our responsibility to care for these areas seriously. When designing a treetop course we work closely with specialists to make sure it has the lowest possible impact on the forest. Our courses are designed to ensure no damage to the living tree – nothing is bolted into the trees, instead we use braces that grip the trunks and our platforms rest on these. These braces are loosened as the tree grows. We also inspect our trees annually to ensure their health. Our courses are also friendly to the wildlife. The wood peel (which is an otherwise waste product from timber processing) creates habitats for small creatures and the undersides of our platforms have provided the perfect shelter for nesting birds! In addition, we recycle as much material as possible.
- Hen/Stag Dos Welcome
