Whinlatter Forest Park
(Cumbria)
Near KeswickHighest Go Ape in the country at 360 metres above sea level.
It’s so high you can see all the way to Scotland. Enjoy an adventure with us in our beautiful forest, riding zip slides through skies, over water and in England’s only true mountain forest. We’re sure you’ll love the spectacular views.
A great idea for a day out in the North Lakes (and home to Bassenthwaite ospreys), this is Go Ape at its most untamed.
Get out and about with us this season
For full details on dates and times simply 'check availability' and you'll see when Whinlatter 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 Daily Easter Holidays from 23rd March.
Term Time (closed Mondays and Fridays).
Open Daily Summer Holidays.
Term Time (closed Mondays and Fridays).
Open Daily October Half Term.
Open November Weekends.
Course stats
Here are our Tree Top Adventure stats for Go Ape Whinlatter Forest Park.
- Number of sections 5
- Longest Zip Wire 89 metres
- Longest Crossing 24 metres
- Total Length 601 metres
- Number of Crossings 39
- Highest Point 14 metres
The Team at Whinlatter
The Address
Go Ape Whinlatter
Whinlatter Forest Park
Whinlatter Pass
Braithwaite, Keswick
Cumbria, CA12 5TW
By car
Follow the A66 until Braithwaite and then follow Visitor Centre signs to Whinlatter Forest.
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.
Please note that the following parking charges apply at Whinlatter: £5 up to 4 hours and £6.50 all day.
By bus
Bus routes 77/77a operate between Keswick and Whinlatter Forest.
These are not operating at present - keep your eyes peeled.
Local Area
Some nearby places which may be of interest:
Whinlatter Forest is home to many exciting outdoor activities: awesome mountain biking, an exciting wild play area, oh and there's a cafe if you're after a coffee and a cake.
The lakes are England's largest National Park - trust us, it's worth exploring and the Lake District National Park will give you hints and tips on where to go.
There's plenty of things to do in Cumbria. Just check out Visit Cumbria to find out more. Oh why not check the Keswick Guide.
Please note that the following parking charges apply at Whinlatter: £5 up to 4 hours and £6.50 all day.
Why not contact our Events Team to get your whole tribe in the trees. It can include outdoor catering, mountain bike hire and much much more. Just give us a call on 0845 643 9314.
Whinlatter 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.
The Rheged Centre - Take a break from your break whatever the weather! Relax with the family at our 3D cinema, pottery painting workshop and play areas. Browse our rather special shops, enjoy a bite to eat, visit an exhibition in our gallery or take time for a treatment in the spa. Open daily, free entry and parking.
Feedback from Whinlatter 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.
Kerry -
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