We recommend booking ahead online, though you can try at our cabin on the day. Make sure to check the activity’s requirements first, including age restrictions and supervision ratios. Please aim to arrive twenty minutes before your booking and check in at our cabin first thing. You can save time by having your group sign their Risk Acknowledgement beforehand, check your inbox for the link.
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Sat nav to our locations is not always accurate. Please check your route before setting off and cross-reference with a map.
Sat navs may not be accurate and journey times are likely to be longer than estimated. We recommend following these directions:
From the south: Travel via the A590 and Newby Bridge. Follow signs to Hawkshead, past the Swan Hotel at Newby Bridge and through Lakeside, up the west side of Windermere. As you come to Hawkshead (approximately 8 miles, 20 minutes, from the A590 turn) take the small left turn signed to Grizedale next to two white cottages. If you go past a repair garage and a primary school, you have missed the turn. Continue for three miles up over the hill and down the other side and park in Kennels car park on the right, or Grizedale Main Car Park on the left another half mile further on.
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.
We don’t recommend using the ferry across Windermere to get to your session as you might miss your session slot (it’s a great option for the journey back though).
This beautiful, out-the-way spot is a little harder to get to by public transport than some of our other locations. It’s a 25-minute drive from Ambleside which can be reached by bus, or a 35-minute drive from Windermere which can be reached by train.
What to wear and bring
Dress for fun in the forest! Closed, sturdy shoes are a must — no heels, slip-ons, flip-flops or Crocs (they might be comfy, but they're not adventure-proof). Keep your midriff covered so your harness sits over clothing, and tie back long hair — we don't want it catching in the treetops.
Oh, and trust us on this one — don't wear white. The forest floor has a sense of humour, and it doesn't play nicely with laundry day. Our adventures are great in all weathers, as long as you're prepared!
Our blog covers what to wear in every season and what to bring for a brilliant day out.
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Accessing adventure
We take pride in sharing our activities with as many people as possible. Please contact us if you have any questions about accessibility support for our experiences.
Explore the forest
Get out and about in the forest on one of the walking or cycling routes.
Hit the heights
Head to the highest point in Grizedale Forest which offers a spectacular 360-degree view of the Lake District fells.
Grab a cuppa
The Courtyard Café is the perfect spot to re-fuel.
Groups & Parties
A Go Ape children's birthday party experience is full of thrills and excitement, perfect for an unforgettable children's birthday.
Take learning beyond the classroom with award-winning school and education trips at Go Ape.
Celebrate the groom-to-be with an unforgettable Go Ape stag party. Book online for up to 10 people, or contact our team to plan a bigger group adventure packed with thrills, laughs, and forest fun.
Contact Us
Please contact us if you have any concerns or queries before your visit, we’re happy to help!
Contact Our Team
Our Customer Care Team can be contacted from 8am to 6pm Monday to Friday and 9am to 5pm at weekends.
Email Enquiries
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