Go Ape Alexandra Palace is North London's premier outdoor adventure destination, offering exhilarating treetop challenges set within the stunning grounds of the iconic Alexandra Palace park. This high ropes adventure course provides families with an unforgettable experience featuring tree-to-tree crossings, Tarzan Swings, and epic zip lines with panoramic views across the city. Whether you're seeking an adrenaline-pumping day out or a unique birthday celebration, Go Ape delivers memorable adventures in the heart of Haringey.
The venue offers five distinct adventure experiences to suit different ages and abilities. The entry-level Treetop Adventure (from £23.95) is perfect for young children aged 4-10 who are over 1m tall, providing 60-90 minutes of forest fun. Children aged 6+ over 1.2m can step up to Treetop Adventure Plus (from £28.95), whilst the flagship Treetop Challenge (from £39.95) is designed for adventurers aged 10+ ready to tackle the most demanding high ropes course. For those short on time, Challenge Xpress (from £32.95) offers a condensed experience without compromising on thrills. All adventures feature professional safety briefings, harness equipment, and the chance to swing through the treetops like never before.
Go Ape Alexandra Palace caters brilliantly for families with children across a wide age range, from 4 years right through to adults (the upper age limit is officially 94!). The venue is particularly popular for birthday parties, with optional party bags (£5 each) and gloves available to purchase. Picnic benches are scattered throughout the forest and park, with some locations offering forest shelter or party rooms available to hire by calling ahead. The courses operate in all weather conditions except thunderstorms, thick ice, and gales, so it's worth bringing waterproof clothing and wellies during wetter months.
Practical amenities make visiting straightforward for London families. The East Court car park at Alexandra Palace is closest to Go Ape, with parking operated by Alexandra Palace and payable on exit via machines or the ECP parkbuddy app. Public transport users will find Alexandra Palace station less than 10 minutes' walk away. Public toilets are located beside the Boathouse Café (open 10:00-17:30), with accessible toilets and baby changing facilities available in the East Court foyer. While Go Ape's cabin sells soft drinks and confectionary, the nearby Boathouse Café offers hot drinks and light lunches, with several other food outlets throughout the park. The site is accessible via step-free tarmac paths on a gentle gradient, and dogs are welcome throughout the park. All activities require advance online booking, with typical visits lasting around 2 hours including harnessing, safety briefings, and certificate collection.
5 different adventure courses for all ages and abilities
Birthday party packages with optional party bags from £5
Panoramic London city views from the treetops
Annual pass available for regular adventurers
Treetop Adventure from £23.95, Treetop Adventure Plus from £28.95, Challenge Xpress from £32.95, Treetop Challenge from £39.95. Party bags available for £5 each, gloves from £3.95.
High ropes course with tree-to-tree crossings, Tarzan Swings and zip lines
Step up from Treetop Adventure for participants above 1.2m
Entry-level high ropes activity for young children over 1m tall
Shorter high ropes experience for those short on time or wanting to try before a full course
Adventure birthday celebrations with tree-top activities, optional party bags and gloves
Typical stay
2 hours
Helpful Tips
Yes, free party invitations are available to download. Share them with guests and include the risk acknowledgement form for supervising adults to complete in advance.
Yes, you can book your party activity online. Party bags are available to add to your booking and will be ready for collection on arrival or when you finish. If there are not enough spaces in one session, book additional spaces in the subsequent session to go round together.
All locations have picnic benches around the forest or space for a blanket to enjoy birthday cake or picnic. Some locations have a forest shelter or party room available to hire by calling 01603 895500.
Book via the website's book now function. Add party bags before checkout. To add a forest shelter, call 01603 895500 or email questions@goape.co.uk.
Treetop Adventure or Adventure Plus parties are in the trees for 1 hour, but allow up to 2 hours including harnessing, safety brief and certificate collection. Nets Adventure bookings are 2 hours on the Nets.
No minimum or maximum number. It depends on capacity and availability of chosen timeslot. For groups larger than timeslot capacity, email questions@goape.co.uk for assistance.
No, parking fees are not included as parking is determined by the landowner of the site, not Go Ape.
Go Ape operates in all weathers except thick ice, thunderstorms and gales. Courses are sheltered by trees. Rain makes the course muddier which can add to the fun. Bring appropriate clothing and dry clothes for the journey home.
If unsafe weather conditions require closure, Go Ape will contact you to reschedule or offer a refund. Social media is updated at earliest opportunity and all customers with bookings are called.
Supervision rules and participant restrictions vary depending on the adventure and location. Check the Locations page and click through to the specific site and adventure for detailed information.
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