Set within the heart of Hylands Park, one of Essex’s most treasured green spaces, Go Ape Chelmsford offers a treetop adventure right in the city. Take on three exhilarating high ropes courses featuring daring tree-to-tree crossings, speedy zip wires, and the iconic Tarzan Swing for a thrill you won’t forget.
Treetop Activities for Everyone!
Ideal for adventurers aged 4 to 94, Go Ape Chelmsford is the perfect choice for a fun-filled family outing or an action-packed challenge for adrenaline seekers ready to climb higher.
The Treetop Challenge (ages 10+) is packed with sky-high platforms and daring crossings, while Treetop Adventure Plus lets young thrill-seekers (ages 6+) push their limits on bigger, bolder obstacles. For the youngest explorers, the Treetop Adventure offers a gentler introduction, with lower crossings designed to build confidence and spark excitement.
Full On Family Fun
With so many different activities to choose from, Go Ape Chelmsford is ideal for thrill-seeking adrenaline junkies and full on, family fun.
Family Fun in the Treetops
The Challenge course is an exhilarating high ropes course with high platforms, zip wires and gut-wrenching crossings, whereas the Adventure route is the perfect learning ground for young adventurers.
Buy Tickets
Buy Tickets from the Go Ape Chelmsford Official Website.
What to Wear
You should wear sensible clothes that you don’t mind getting muddy. The course is outdoors, so you should prepare for changeable and wet weather. If it does rain, then it can add to the fun as long as you’re wearing suitable clothing. Your footwear must be sturdy and suitable for the outdoors. No sandals, slip-on shoes, open toes or heels. Gloves are also a good idea.
Hylands Park
Hylands Park is a breathtaking 574-acre public park located in Chelmsford, Essex, offering a perfect blend of history, nature, and family fun. Visitors can explore its landscaped gardens, enjoy the spacious open grounds, or let little ones run wild in the popular children’s adventure playground. At the heart of the park stands Hylands House, a magnificent Grade II* listed country estate, which opens its doors to the public on select days, giving a glimpse into its rich heritage.
Beyond its historic charm, Hylands Park is a haven for nature lovers, home to deer, rabbits, and a variety of birdlife. Scenic walking and cycling trails weave throughout the estate, making it an ideal place to escape the bustle of everyday life and soak up the beauty of the Great British outdoors. Whether you’re enjoying a peaceful stroll, a family day out, or gearing up for an adventurous experience with Go Ape, Hylands Park offers something for everyone.
Travelling to Go Ape Chelmsford
Go Ape Chelmsford is located within AHylands Park. If you are travelling by car use post code CM2 8FS, and enter through Hylands Park entrance off A414 Greenbury Way. Look out for signs for Hylands Estate once you have made the turn off of the A414 at the junction.
Nearby Accommodation
There are lots of places to stay in Essex. If you would like to explore some of the other attractions in the area then take a look at some of the wonderful self-catering cottages available from Snaptrip. Find hotel accommodation at Booking.com or Travelodge are always a good option for good quality, family-friendly budget hotel accommodation.
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