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About
Looking for things to do this May half term in Essex? Escape the ordinary and head to Go Ape at Hylands Park, set among the rolling woodland just outside Chelmsford, for an unforgettable outdoor adventure.
Perfect for families, friends, and thrill seekers, Go Ape Chelmsford offers action-packed outdoor activities including three high ropes experiences — both jam packed with tree-to-tree crossings, leaps of faith and epic ziplines. It's an ideal family day out in East Anglia for anyone searching for May half term activities, things to do with kids, bank holiday treats or outdoor adventures near Chelmsford.
Our forest doors will be open throughout bank holiday and May half term, making it easy to plan a fun, active day outdoors. Get outside, enjoy the fresh spring air, and spend quality time together while taking on a challenge high in the treetops.
Discover where boring ends and adventure begins — at Go Ape Chelmsford, one of Essex's most exciting things to do outdoors. The stories you'll tell start here!
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Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | /Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Adult | £21.95 per ticket |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
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Map & Directions
Road Directions
Use postcode CM2 8FS to find us and enter through the Hylands Park entrance off the A414 Greenbury Way. Look out for signs for the Hylands Estate once you've made the turn off the A414 at the junction.
Public Transport Directions
The closest train station is Chelmsford, which has direct trains from London Liverpool Street. From there we can be reached by the C4 bus, stopping at Lodge Road and walking down Paradise Road to the Writtle entrance of the park (about a 20-minute walk). There is also a cycle route to Hylands Park.
