Adventures that bring learning to life

Further & Higher Education Trips

Take your students out of the classroom and into the canopy. Whether you’re planning an icebreaker for new students, a confidence-building day, or a reward for end-of-term success, a Go Ape adventure makes learning real. Across 30+ UK locations, our college and university group days are designed to challenge, inspire, and strengthen bonds. Your learners will discover what they’re capable of — and have a blast doing it.

Contact us on 01284 852229 or [email protected].

Further & Higher Education Trips
Take learning out of the classroom
Four reasons to choose Go Ape
Teamwork in action – Students learn to trust, communicate, and support each other as they tackle our epic treetop crossings and zips.

Teamwork in action – Students learn to trust, communicate, and support each other as they tackle our epic treetop crossings and zips.

Confidence through challenge – Our activities push comfort zones safely, helping learners realise their true potential.

Confidence through challenge – Our activities push comfort zones safely, helping learners realise their true potential.

Award-winning experiences – Voted Best School Trip Provider four years running at the School Travel Awards.

Award-winning experiences – Voted Best School Trip Provider four years running at the School Travel Awards.

Flexible and accessible – Tailored packages for groups of all sizes, with nationwide locations and activities for every ability.

Flexible and accessible – Tailored packages for groups of all sizes, with nationwide locations and activities for every ability.

What’s included – from enquiry to adventure

We make organising a student trip easy from start to finish.

  1. Enquiry & quote – Submit your details through our simple enquiry form. Our events team will confirm options, pricing, and a proposed itinerary.
  2. Personal support – Your dedicated account manager will help tailor the experience, from timings to add-ons like catering or forest shelter hire.
  3. Pre-visit prep – You’ll receive everything you need for a smooth trip, including risk assessments and supervision guidance.
  4. The big day – Arrive ready to climb, laugh, and learn. Our friendly instructors lead the session and ensure everyone leaves with a sense of achievement (and a few stories to tell).
Person on a zipline.
Optional Add-Ons
Forest shelter hire
Merchandise & souvenirs
Ground-based activities
What our customers say

WOW!

Went with a friend to do the zipline experience. WOW! What a thrill the staff were very fun and also professional. The safety brief gave me all the confidence I needed. And the value for money is outstanding. You won't find a better thrill for the price.

WOW!

Went with a friend to do the zipline experience. WOW! What a thrill the staff were very fun and also professional. The safety brief gave me all the confidence I needed. And the value for money is outstanding. You won't find a better thrill for the price.

We had a blast!

We had a blast! It was a bit more physically demanding than I've expected but I managed. Instructors were very supportive and present at all time which makes all the activities fell safe and well organised. I would recommend for all outdoorsy forests lovers!

We had a blast!

We had a blast! It was a bit more physically demanding than I've expected but I managed. Instructors were very supportive and present at all time which makes all the activities fell safe and well organised. I would recommend for all outdoorsy forests lovers!

Pretty wild experience

Pretty wild experience doing something like Go Ape in central ish London. Really enjoyed pushing myself and felt safe doing it, which was important to me given I’m scared of heights!!

Pretty wild experience

Pretty wild experience doing something like Go Ape in central ish London. Really enjoyed pushing myself and felt safe doing it, which was important to me given I’m scared of heights!!

Adventure Options
Challenge Plus
Push your limits further than ever with Go Ape's newest and most demanding high ropes adventure. Available at Cockfosters, Sherwood Pines and Thetford.
Challenge Plus Locations3 Locations
2-3 hours
Challenge Plus Ageage 10+
Treetop Challenge
Push your limits on our most popular high ropes course, packed with tree-to-tree crossings, Tarzan Swings and epic zip lines.
Treetop Challenge Locations33 Locations
1-3 hours
Treetop Challenge Ageage 10+
Treetop Adventure Plus
A step up from Treetop Adventure, so participants must be above 1.2m and over six years old.
Treetop Adventure Plus Locations23 Locations
60 mins / 90 mins
Treetop Adventure Plus Ageage 6+
Forest Segway
A unique way to explore stunning forests as you take on winding trails with our off-road all-terrain Segways.
Forest Segway Locations8 Locations
1 Hour
Forest Segway Ageage 10
Zip Trekking Adventure
Take on three kilometres of tandem ziplines set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Lake District. This bucket-list worthy experience is one not to miss.
Zip Trekking Adventure Locations1 Locations
2-3 hours
Zip Trekking Adventure Ageage 13+
Escape Room
The Go Ape Escape Room
Escape Room Locations1 Locations
1 Hour
Escape Room Ageage 8+
The Plummet
A 12m free fall toward the forest floor. An adventure junkies delight!
The Plummet Locations2 Locations
20m
The Plummet Ageage 10-94
Stumped
Take on our fiendishly thinky-thinky, problem-solving, logic game in the great outdoors. Perfect for groups, parties and teams.
Stumped Locations2 Locations
1 Hour
Stumped Ageage 8
Axe Throwing
The most satisfying hour of your week as you sling axes hitting bullseyes and cheer on your mates.
Axe Throwing Locations7 Locations
30 / 60 mins
Axe Throwing Ageage 16+
Archery Tag
Gather your tribe and take to the battlefield for a fun and fast-paced game of Archery Tag.
Archery Tag Locations2 Locations
1 Hour
Archery Tag Ageage 10+
Forest Biking
Grab your tribe, hire some wheels and explore the forest together.
Forest Biking Locations2 Locations
From 2 hours
Forest Biking Ageage 1+
Find Your Nearest Location
Scotland
Aberfoyle
Go Ape Aberfoyle is set in the heart of Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, surrounded by mountains, forest, rivers and lochs. It’s outdoor adventure at its finest.
London
Alexandra Palace
Get ready to try an urban playground where high-flying thrills and breathtaking vistas combine, creating a one-of-a-kind experience in North London.
South East
Alice Holt
Go skyward bounds in the South Downs in this adventurer’s paradise.
London
Battersea
An urban twist on treetop fun located in the heart of the capital at Battersea Park.
South East
Bedgebury
View one of the largest collections of conifers in the world from the tree tops in this world-renowned setting.
North England
Blackburn
Our location for young explorers, explore family adventures in the picturesque Witton Country Park.
South East
Black Park
The ultimate pick and mix of woodland adventure amongst 500-acres of woodland, heathland and open parkland.
South East
Bracknell
Experience fun and thrills in the calm oasis of Swinley Forest, stretching over 2,600 acres of gentle hills.
Midlands
Buxton
High in the hilltops of the UK’s oldest National Park, discover breath-taking views and big adventure.
Midlands
Cannock
Explore this incredible Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, from forest trails to the tree tops.
South East
Chelmsford
Discover epic Essex adventures in Hylands Estate, a prestigious grade II listed historic park spanning 574 acres.
London
Cockfosters
Take on our most challenging high ropes course in London, with our longest zip wires in the capital.
Midlands
Coventry
All the thrills set in the beautiful Coombe Abbey Park, including one of our selected spots with ‘The Plummet’.
South East
Crawley
Climb, cross and zip through the treetops of Crawley — high ropes thrills in a stunning woodland setting.
North
Dalby Forest
One of the great things about Dalby Forest is the sense of excitement and anticipation which builds as the course unfurls before you.
Scotland
Dalkeith
Soar on zip lines, conquer high ropes and battle it out in Archery Tag — all just minutes from Edinburgh.
North
Delamere Forest
Go Ape Delamere Forest is home to four awesome outdoor activities for adventurers of all ages.
South West
Forest of Dean Beechenhurst
Beechenhurst is the Forest of Dean’s family-friendly Go Ape — with high ropes adventures designed for kids ready to climb, zip and build confidence.
South West
Forest of Dean Mallards Pike
Experience the heights with high ropes & zips, or keep your feet on the trail with off-road Segways — adventure for every pace at Mallards Pike.
Scotland
Glentress Forest - Peebles
Breath taking zip wires, incredible views & adrenaline await your adventure in Glentress Forest. With Go Ape’s highest zipline, our Treetop Challenge is not to be missed!
The Lakes
Grizedale Forest
Swing through treetops, soar on zips or step up to Zip Trekking — an elevated adventure above the forest canopy.
South West
Haldon Forest
Climb high, zip fast, and explore Haldon’s treetop playground in gorgeous woodland near Exeter.
South East
Leeds Castle
Swing, climb and explore Go Ape Leeds Castle — thrilling high ropes and activities amid castle scenery.
Wales
Margam Country Park
Discover Go Ape Margam in Wales. High ropes, zip lines and forest fun for all ages in beautiful Margam Country Park.
North
Matfen Hall
From aerial courses to axe-throwing, Matfen is your woodland playground for big thrills and family fun.
South East
Moors Valley Country Park
Climb, zip and explore nature in this stunning forest setting — your next outdoor adventure starts here.
North England
Normanby Hall
Climb, zip and explore Go Ape Normanby Hall — high ropes adventures for kids, families and thrill-seekers.
North England
Rivington
Swing, climb and soar through woodland canopy near Rivington Reservoir — forest adventure with views.
Midlands
Salcey Forest
High ropes courses crafted for children — from first-time climbers to young thrill-seekers — all set in historic Salcey woodland.
Midlands
Sherwood Pines
From kids’ adventures to our toughest high ropes, Sherwood Pines is packed with unforgettable outdoor fun families and thrill seekers.
South East
Southampton
From family-friendly high ropes to axe throwing, Go Ape Southampton in Itchen Valley is packed with outdoor fun.
North England
Temple Newsam
From classic high ropes to kids’ adventures, Temple Newsam brings forest fun to the heart of West Yorkshire.
South East
Thetford Forest
From family-friendly high ropes to our toughest Challenge Plus, Thetford is the UK’s original Go Ape centre.
South East
Wendover
From entry-level kids’ courses to epic high ropes, Wendover Woods is your adventure escape in Buckinghamshire.
The Lakes
Whinlatter Forest
From kids’ high ropes to Segway trails, Whinlatter offers family adventures in England’s only mountain forest.
South East
Woburn
A unique high ropes experience with with wild views in Woburn Safari Park.
Midlands
Wyre
From first zips for kids to the forest’s hardest high ropes, Wyre has adventures for every age.
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Start Planning Your Group Adventure

Whether you're organising a school trip, planning a team away day or bringing a youth group together – we’re here to help.

Downloads
Further Education Guide

Give your students an adventure they’ll never forget. Our Further Education PDF includes everything you need to plan the perfect trip — from team-building activities to confidence-boosting challenges.

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