Treetop Challenge
Big Adventure in the Peaks
33 Locations 
from £36.95 
age 10+ Take on Buxton’s ultimate high ropes adventure with stunning hilltop views.
33 Locations
from £36.95 age 10+ Experience our classic adventure in the heart of the Peak District. Built high in the hilltops of this stunning national park, you’ll discover the ultimate tree top high ropes that will put your nerves to the test. This self belay course has five sections packed with 34 challenging obstacles that will test your agility and nerve, including two of our legendary Tarzan Swings, as well as eight epic zip wires with stunning views.
Treetop Challenge Overview
Safety System
Self Belay
Min Age
10
Recommended Age
10+
Min Height
1.4m
Max Weight
130kg
Duration
2-3 hours
Highest Platform
11.4m
Longest Zip
159m
Adults must supervise children between the ages of 10 to 15 years old.
One adult (18+) can supervise 2 children aged 10 to 15 and must participate in the activity.
Adults (18+) cannot simultaneously supervise children participating in Treetop Challenge and other high ropes activities such as Treetop Adventure and Treetop Adventure Plus.
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See the full guide for directions, facilities, and what to bring.
Plan Your Visit
Visit Poole’s Cavern
Discover a spectacular natural limestone cave.
Explore Buxton
Stroll around this historic town for a peaceful day out.
Visit Solomon’s Temple
Climb the stairs of Solomon’s Temple – the views are incredible!
Yes, well-behaved dogs are welcome on-site and must be kept on leads. Please note that dogs are not able to join you on the course. There are lots of walks through the woods also for your 4 legged friends to enjoy.
Yes, you'll find a café in the Pooles Cavern visitor centre, serving drinks, snacks and light meals. There is also a visitor centre shop where you can pick up refreshments or gifts. Opening times may vary seasonally.
Baby-changing facilities are available in the visitor centre. Accessible toilets are also located at Pooles Cavern visitor center.
The main paths around the site are gravel and uneven, with some slopes. The path near sections 4 and 5 of our high ropes course, along the drystone wall, is the flattest. Wheelchairs and pushchairs can access the cabin and spectator areas, but some woodland paths may be challenging in wet weather. If you have any specific accessibility needs, please contact us before your visit so we can help.
Our car park operates a pay & display system (parking is free for Blue Badge holders and BCA Oak Members). Green Lane, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 9DH.
We have space for small items at the cabin, but storage is not secure, so belongings are left at your own risk. We recommend bringing as little as possible.
Toilets are available at the visitor centre, just a short walk from our cabin, in Pooles Cavern Visitor centre. There are no toilets out on the course, so we recommend using them before starting your activity.
Go Ape Buxton is in the High Peak Derbyshire, Buxton, just off Green lane in Grinlow Woods. Follow signs for Pooles Cavern. The entrance to our cabin is on the far side of the car park, oposite to the Pooles Cavern Visitor centre.
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