Go Ape Crawley
Crawley, Sussex · Indoor Activity
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Our verdict
Kids
8.9/10
Novelty 9 · Fun Factor 9
Parents
6.8/10
Sanity Preservation 8 · Value 6
Brilliant if your child likes heights; pricey, but properly adventurous rather than just rope-climbing filler.
The long read worth saving for nap time
What’s it actually like?
Go Ape Crawley is a treetop adventure course rather than a soft-play-style day out, so this is very much one for children who are happy up high. Reviews mention a practice run followed by multiple loops, with the whole experience taking around 2-3 hours if you have the time. The big wins here are the sense of achievement, the variety of the course, and staff who are repeatedly praised for being patient, clear and good with nervous children. Parents can stay on the ground and follow along, or join in themselves, which makes it a decent family outing rather than just a drop-off activity. The main downsides are fairly obvious: it is not for children scared of heights, it can be a bit pricey, and you need to pay attention during the briefing or you will make life harder for yourself. There is parking, and one review notes you can bring a picnic and make a full day of it, but the cafe situation is unknown from these reviews.
Two-minute orientation
Quick read
High ropes adventure with practice runs, zip lines and progressively harder loops. Best for children aged roughly 5-12, especially those who like a thrill. Expect a longish session, helpful staff, and a fair old dent in the budget.
Best for ages
Strong score for mixed-age siblings
The boring brilliant stuff
Need to know
Indoor vs outdoor split
Mostly outdoor
Parking detail
Full parking wording is landing soon — meanwhile check Maps plus the venue’s own FAQs.
Dog-friendly?
Probably not
Most indoor venues don't allow dogs. Worth confirming if you'd need to bring one.
Pram-friendly?
Likely yes
Indoor venues like this are typically pram-friendly.
Baby change?
Likely yes
Venues this size usually have baby change facilities.
Food on-site & BYO
Likely yes: Venues this size almost always have a cafe.
Locate it
Crawley, Sussex
THINGS PARENTS ASK
Common questions
Is Go Ape Crawley suitable for nervous children?
Not really if they are scared of heights, though one nervous child did build confidence with help from staff.
How long does it take?
Around 2-3 hours for the course, according to one review.
What ages does it suit best?
Best for roughly 5-12 year olds, with the strongest fit for confident primary-age children.
Is it expensive?
Yes, one review said nearly £60 for one child with a parent, plus £5.50 parking for the day.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
Real review quotes
"Fantastic place to visit with your kids"
"It does take a long time to complete"
"Great instructors, who are patient with the kids"