Go Ape Leeds Castle

Treetop Adventure & High Ropes Experience in Historic Castle Grounds

Go Ape Leeds Castle delivers exhilarating treetop adventures combining world-class high ropes courses, thrilling zip wires, and forest challenges within the stunning grounds of England’s loveliest castle. Set among ancient woodland on the magnificent 500-acre Leeds Castle estate near Maidstone, this outdoor adventure experience offers families, thrill-seekers, and team-building groups unforgettable aerial adventures 40 feet above the forest floor. Visitors navigate rope bridges, tackle challenging crossings, soar through the canopy on zip lines, and experience the unique Forest Segway tour, all within one of Kent’s most beautiful historic settings combining outdoor adrenaline with cultural heritage.

Treetop Adventure Course Experience

Go Ape’s flagship Treetop Adventure course at Leeds Castle features over 2 hours of high-ropes challenges navigating through mature oak and beech woodland. Participants clip onto continuous safety lines before ascending to spectacular tree platforms connected by rope bridges, Tarzan swings, cargo nets, and wooden obstacles suspended between towering trees. The course culminates in heart-racing zip wires including the spectacular 180-meter long final zip soaring across the castle grounds offering breathtaking views of Leeds Castle’s towers and lakes. Professional instructors deliver comprehensive safety briefings, fit all harnesses, and provide ground support throughout, ensuring participants safely enjoy the ultimate treetop adventure regardless of experience level.

What to Expect at Go Ape Leeds Castle

Experience the progressive course design starting with practice platforms allowing confidence building before tackling increasingly challenging sections featuring wobbling crossings, swinging logs, stirrup crossings, and balance beams high in the forest canopy. The adventure combines physical challenge with problem-solving as participants choose routes matching their confidence and ability, with trained staff offering encouragement and guidance from ground level. Each section ends with exhilarating zip wires rewarding efforts with spectacular aerial views across the historic Leeds Castle parkland, creating unforgettable memories and Instagram-worthy moments suspended above one of England’s finest landscapes.

Go Ape Activities & Experiences

• Treetop Adventure: 2-3 hour high ropes course with 40+ obstacles, crossings, and 5 zip wires through ancient woodland canopy
• Zip Wires: Five thrilling zip lines including spectacular 180m finale with breathtaking Leeds Castle views
• Tree Top Junior: Dedicated course for younger adventurers aged 6-12 with age-appropriate challenges and lower heights
• Forest Segway: Guided 60-minute Segway experience exploring woodland trails and discovering castle estate with expert instruction
• Nets Kingdom: Suspended net structures for bouncing, climbing, and aerial playground experiences (seasonal availability)
• Axe Throwing: Supervised axe throwing sessions learning traditional lumberjack skills with safety instruction
• Team Building: Corporate packages combining adventure challenges with professional facilitation and castle venue access
• Night Adventures: Special evening sessions with headlamp-lit courses offering unique after-dark treetop experiences

Safety Standards & Accessibility

Go Ape maintains exceptional safety standards with comprehensive briefings covering equipment use, clip-on techniques, and emergency procedures before every session. All participants receive professional-grade harnesses, continuous belay safety systems preventing falls, helmets, and gloves, while instructors monitor progress from ground stations positioned throughout the course. Height, weight, and age restrictions ensure appropriate challenge levels – Treetop Adventure requires minimum age 10 (minimum height 1.4m), while Tree Top Junior welcomes ages 6-12 years. Pregnant participants and those with certain medical conditions receive guidance ensuring safe experiences.

Combining Adventures with Castle Visits

Go Ape perfectly complements visits to magnificent Leeds Castle, allowing families to combine treetop adventures with exploring 900 years of royal history, the famous hedge maze, and beautiful gardens. Visitors can enhance their day experiencing the Leeds Castle Golf Club with its challenging parkland course, while seasonal events include the spectacular Leeds Castle Christmas Events and the thrilling Halloween Quest at Leeds Castle. The combined ticket options provide excellent value accessing both Go Ape adventures and full castle admission, creating complete days out in one stunning Kent location.

Complete Maidstone Adventure Experience

Explore family-friendly Kent Life Heritage Farm Park showcasing rural Kent heritage with rare breed animals and vintage exhibits. Discover outdoor activities at Mote Park Adventure Centre offering watersports and lakeside adventures. Experience urban excitement at Ninja Warrior UK Adventure Park Chatham with obstacle courses. Visit impressive Hever Castle & Gardens, Anne Boleyn’s childhood home with award-winning gardens. Complete your Kent adventure exploring Rochester Castle and historic Canterbury Cathedral.

Booking & Visitor Information

Advance Booking Required: All Go Ape experiences require advance online booking with specific time slots ensuring optimal group sizes and safety management. Popular dates including weekends, school holidays, and summer months book weeks in advance.

What to Wear: Comfortable outdoor clothing suitable for woodland conditions, closed-toe shoes essential (trainers ideal), long hair tied back, all jewellery and loose items removed or secured.

Weather Policy: Activities operate in most weather conditions including light rain, with courses closing only during severe weather, lightning, or high winds. Waterproof clothing recommended for wet conditions.

Facilities: Free parking at Leeds Castle for Go Ape participants, clean toilets and changing facilities, lockers for valuables, refreshments available at Leeds Castle cafés, and accessibility to castle grounds after completing activities.

Additional Information

• Location: Within Leeds Castle estate grounds, accessed through castle main entrance near Broomfield
• Course Length: Treetop Adventure approximately 2-3 hours, Tree Top Junior 1-1.5 hours, Forest Segway 1 hour
• Height: Platforms up to 40 feet (12 meters) above ground level offering spectacular woodland canopy views
• Obstacles: 40+ different crossings, bridges, and challenges testing balance, courage, and problem-solving
• Zip Wires: Five zip lines ranging from 20m to 180m including spectacular castle views finale
• Age Requirements: Treetop Adventure 10+ years (1.4m height), Tree Top Junior 6-12 years, Forest Segway 10+ years
• Weight Limits: Maximum weight 20.5 stone (130kg), minimum weight 25kg for Treetop Adventure
• Supervision: Under 16s must be accompanied by participating adult (18+) on course
• Duration: Allow 3-4 hours total including briefing, equipment fitting, and course completion
• Group Size: Maximum group sizes maintained for safety and optimal experience quality
• Pricing: Adults from £33, children from £28, Tree Top Junior from £20, Forest Segway from £30
• Season: Open year-round with reduced hours November-February, extended hours March-October
• Combination Tickets: Joint Go Ape and Leeds Castle admission packages available offering significant savings
• Corporate Events: Team building packages combining adventure activities with exclusive castle venue access
• Photography: Personal cameras/phones not permitted on high ropes for safety, professional photos available to purchase
• Awards: Go Ape nationally recognised for adventure tourism, safety standards, and customer satisfaction