Grizedale Forest Park
(Cumbria)
Near HawksheadEnjoy the Views from the Highest Go Ape Platform at 18 metres.
Our tree top adventure near Hawkshead (the jewel in our crown) has always proved a popular day out. Built on a side of a hill, it feels seriously high. And that’s because it is.
You’ll fly 200 metres across the top of the Grizedale Beck and marvel at the forest canopy 18 metres up a magnificent Douglas Fir.
You and your tribe can expect the ultimate adventure at Grizedale. You can now get off the beaten track and enjoy our NEW forest adventure with Go Ape Forest Segway - an epic experience with a down to earth twist.
Get out and about with us this season
For full details on dates and times simply 'check availability' and you'll see when Grizedale is open.
Below is a snapshot of when our forest doors open.
We're open from February to November, but we close our forest doors during December and January (...it gets a little chilly and we like to maintain our adventures so they're all ready to go next year).
Open February Half Term.
Open weekends in March.
Open Daily Easter Holidays.
Term Time (closed Tuesday).
Open Daily Summer Holidays.
Term Time (closed Tuesday).
Open Daily October Half Term.
Open November Weekends.
Course stats
Here are our Tree Top Adventure stats for Go Ape Grizedale Forest Park.
- Number of sections 6
- Longest Zip Wire 275 metres
- Longest Crossing 22.5 metres
- Total Length 908 metres
- Number of Crossings 39
- Highest Point 19 metres
The Team at Grizedale
By car
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 do not use the Ferry across Windermere, it will delay your journey, you might miss your session and this will result in the possibility of not being able to do your activity. Waiting times for the ferry are often in excess of 45 minutes. Feel free to use it on your return journey when you have more time.
Recommended route is from the south via the A590 and Newby Bridge. Follow signs to Hawkshead, up the west side of Windermere. As you come to Hawkshead (approximately 8 mile, 20 minutes, from the A590 turn) take the small left turn signed to Grizedale. Continue for three miles up over the hill and down the other side and park in Kennels car park.
From the North get to Ambleside and follow the signs to Hawkshead and then to Grizedale, taking the small right hand turn 200yrds past the school. Continue for three miles up over the hill and down the other side and park in Kennels car park.
From the car park, on foot, follow the large finger board signs to Go Ape, this is a 5-7 min walk.
Please note that the following parking charges apply at Grizedale: £5.30 up to 4 hours & £6.90 all day.
Local Area
Some nearby places which may be of interest:
Why not explore the forest on a bike, or get your walking boots on. Whether you're on two wheels or two feet, this is a beautiful neck of the woods.
There's plenty of things to do in Cumbria. Just check out Visit Cumbria to find out more.
Please note that the following parking charges apply at Grizedale (it's a pay and display car park): £5.30 up to 4 hours & £6.90 all day.
Corporate Events
Like all the best things in life, Go Ape is even better shared – bring your work tribe for a team building day out of the office. In 2012, we’ve created over 700 unforgettable events. We can look after groups of between 15 to 280 and we guarantee you a day out you’ll never forget.
Why not contact our Corporate Events Team to get your whole work tribe in the trees. Your day could include our 'classic' tree top adventure, forest segways, mountain biking, a Forest BBQ, welcome drinks and much more. Just give us a call on 0845 643 9314 to find out more and get a quote from the Events Team.
Grizedale Forest 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.
Feedback from Grizedale Forest Park
Take a look at what some of our tribe have said about their time in the forest. It's always good to hear it straight from the Gorilla's mouth (...and we're proud to say it’s totally unedited!) And why not have a peek at what people are saying about us on Trip Advisor.
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