Name: Go Ape Rivington
Rating: 5.0

Go Ape Rivington

Go Ape Rivington, Rivington Lane, Rivington, Bolton, UK

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Go Ape Rivington is located near Bolton, just 30 minutes from Manchester, and is often called the “Mini Lake District of Manchester.” Nestled among rugged hills, scenic reservoirs, and ancient woodland, this adventure site offers a perfect mix of countryside beauty and thrilling outdoor activities. With views across Rivington and its 18th-century Great House Barn, visitors can enjoy an exciting escape surrounded by nature and history.

The main highlight is the Treetop Challenge, designed for participants aged 10 and above. This high ropes adventure features five loops of aerial obstacles, rope crossings, Tarzan swings, and five thrilling zip lines that glide over the reservoir. With platforms reaching 13 metres high, the course offers both adrenaline-pumping action and stunning treetop scenery.

Pricing for the Treetop Challenge starts from £36.95 per person, with an additional £3.95 booking fee per online order. Free parking is available on-site, and visitors can relax at the Great House Barn Café after their adventure.

Go Ape Rivington also provides a great setting for corporate outings and group events, with free parking, picnic areas, dog-friendly grounds, and nearby walking routes. Surrounded by natural beauty and historic landmarks like Rivington Pike and Terraced Gardens, it’s an ideal destination for a fun and adventurous day out.

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Host birthday parties: No

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Treetop Challenge: Experience the thrill of the Treetop Challenge, a high ropes adventure with 5 loops of exciting challenges, 5 epic zip lines, and stunning treetop views.

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Parking: Free parking available.
Food & Drinks: Enjoy some refreshments in the Great House Barn Café.

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Price: Paid

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Treetop Challenge: From £36.95 (+£3.95 booking fee per online order)

Pricing URL: https://goape.co.uk/locations/rivington

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

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Address: Go Ape Rivington, Rivington Lane, Rivington, Bolton, UK

Post Code: BL6 7SB

Council: Chorley

County: Lancashire

By Car: From Manchester, the South, Preston and Lancaster, use the M61. At JCT 6 (Macron Stadium, home ground of Bolton Wanderers Football Club) follow signs for Horwich. Stay on the main road through Horwich. When you reach the roundabout with the Crown pub on the right, go straight ahead then take the right turning immediately after onto Lever Park Avenue signed Rivington. Follow signs to Great House Barn and Visitors Centre passing Rivington and Blackrod High School on the right and continue for about a mile. Turn left at Great House Barn into the car park and you'll find us straight ahead. Approaching from Chorley direction, Rivington is well signed. Pass Chorley Train station on your left and take the next left signed Rivington. At the top of the road, take the second exit (right) at the roundabout, and the first exit at the following roundabout. Continue on this road for 3 miles. Shortly after crossing the motorway on a bridge, take the left down Horrobin Lane and continue on this road through the village of Rivington until you reach Great house barn. We are on the right at the bottom of the car park.
By Bus: The nearest bus stop is at the bottom of Lever Park Avenue and Go Ape is about a mile walk from there.
By Train: Hailed the mini Lake District of Manchester, Rivington is a perfect location for Go Ape. With its rugged hills, picturesque reservoirs and woodland bustling with wildlife, it has proved to be a hit with adrenaline lovers who enjoy a whole day out. On the edge of the moors, there’s a wonderful sense of wilderness to Rivington Go Ape. You really can escape to the countryside. With its rugged hills, picture-postcard views and bustling woodland this is a great location for some tree-high challenges. Close to Bolton, 20-minutes from Preston, 30-minutes from Manchester and an hour from Leeds you’ll get a sense of what awaits as you approach. Steeped in history you can admire the two reservoirs and Rivington House Barn which dates back to the 18th century. Head into Rivington which is described as one of the prettiest villages in Lancashire.