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Coed-y-Brenin

(Dolgellau)

Near Dolgellau

A hidden gem in the heart of Snowdonia.

Go Ape! Coed y Brenin is open weekends and during bank holidays and school holidays. If you’re wanting to Go Ape another time, then Go Ape! Delamere is your nearest adventure.

A chimp-ly wonderful “tree top adventure” based in the heart of Coed-y-Brenin Forest, North Wales.

You’ll enjoy breathtaking scenery, tree-top crossings & wind-in-your-face zip wires that will leave you and all your (pri)mates with monkey sized grins. And that’s the main thing, so get on and enjoy some of those views and a fantastic day out.

A great outdoor adventure in a beautiful forest that has something to offer everyone. And perfect if you want to get out on a bike after your tree-top adventure.

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Get out and about this season

For full availability simply 'check availability' for exact details of Coed-y-Brenin's opening hours.

Times will vary on daylight hours…some adventures even open at 08:00 in the summer for those early birds!

Below is a snapshot of when our forest doors open.

23rd March – 30th October.

We're open weekends during term-time.

Plus we open our forest doors during bank holidays and school holidays.

Course stats

Check out these crazy stats for Coed-y-Brenin!

  • Number of sections 5
  • Longest Zip Wire 140 metres
  • Longest Crossing 20 metres
  • Total Length 679 metres
  • Number of Crossings 31
  • Highest Point 13 metres

The Team at Coed-y-Brenin

The Address

Coed-y-Brenin Forest Park
Dolgefeiliau
Dolgellau
LL40 2HZ

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By car

Coed-y-Brenin Forest Park is east off the A470, 8 miles North of Dolgellau just North of Ganllwyd, South of Trawsfynydd.

Brown tourist signs will direct you to the Park.

Due to the rural nature of our locations, postcodes are not always accurate when using sat-nav directions. Please always cross reference with a map.

Please note that the following parking charges apply: £4 all day

Staying Over

Need a place to crash? Our friends below (excuse the pun) come highly recommended from the tree-tops...

Cadair View Lodge

Log Cabins in Wales

The Cross Foxes

George III Hotel

Tyn-y-Groes Hotel

Trawsdir Caravan and Camping

Hendre Mynach caravan and camping

Graig Wen

The Braich Goch Bunkhouse & Inn

Glanllyn Lakeside and Camping Park

Self Catering Cottages in Bala

West Wales Holiday Cottages

Holiday Caravans to Rent

Esgair Wen Self Catering Cottage

Local Area

Some nearby places which may be of interest:

There's plenty to do at Coed-y-Brenin.

Please note that the following parking charges apply: £4 all day

Why not try Arboretum, Orienteering, Running trails, mp3 based audio trails or geocaching.

Snowdonia national park is a spectacular area of mountains, beaches, forests, and lakes. The region is a haven for walkers.

And with over 100km of cycle trails, it's one of the top biking venues in Wales.

Plus there's a great Visitors Centre that will help you plan your day.

Coed-y-Brenin is cared for by the Forestry Commission.
From trails to sustainable timber, and concerts to conservation projects, the Forestry Commission looks after forests and woodlands, for everyone to enjoy. Visit www.forestry.gov.uk to find out more.
Rated 4 Bananas David 3 November 2011
Excellent fun. ONly hitch was the difficulty of some bits meant having to re trace our steps to the start. This was OK as it was not busy, but in busy times this might have been awkward
Rated 5 Bananas JONES, 3 November 2011
Fantastic routs to take. Hard and demanding, better than other ones visited in other parks. Better understanding on safety and actually had to learn about attaching yourself etc at every tree/obstical. Tought me a lot. Lot of fun Thanks guys
Rated 4 Bananas Sarah 2 November 2011
It was fab, we all enjoyed ir (2 adults2 children) and felt a sense of stisfaction. I really liked that after the safety talk we were left to it. The only downside was that we were'stuck' behind someone very sow as she was so scared. However we had to go to the toliet first so if we hadn't we migt of been able to go in front. The only thing that puts me off a bit is the price. However if it was cheaper then loads of people would end up going so a difficult one really
Rated 5 Bananas Corinne 2 November 2011
Although I didn't do the course myself due to a bad back, my children, friend and her children had a great time. The course was great fun , value for money and staff really helpful. Everyone who took part couldn't wait to see the list of where the other courses were and are really looking forward to working their way through them all! Well done Go-Ape!!!
Rated 5 Bananas Peter 2 November 2011
Cargo nets and zip wires
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GORILLAS
18 years +
 £30
BABOONS
10 - 17 years
Over 1.4m £20
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