Looking for things to do in Buxton? Well, you've arrived at the right place. Built high in the hilltops of this stunning national park, you’ll discover the ultimate adventure in the tree tops.
Featuring one of our biggest Tarzan Swing drops, you’ll step from the platform into an incredible free fall before being swung into our giant cargo net. Climb, leap and zip through the trees and soak in amazing views of Buxton town and the sprawling countryside below.
Take the leap. You won't regret it.
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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!
The everyday has its place. The forest is better. Our Annual Pass gives you 365 days to swap routine for a healthy dose of adrenaline in the tree tops. From big first-time moments to “let’s do that again” days, explore pass options built for reconnecting outside, feeling the buzz, and finding adventure that sticks with you.
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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