Go Ape Southampton

Itchen Valley Country Park, Allington Lane, West End, Southampton, UK
Paid

Description

Go Ape Southampton, located in the stunning Itchen Valley Country Park, is a brilliant outdoor adventure destination surrounded by 440 acres of woodland and meadows. Perfect for families, friends, and thrill-seekers, it offers high ropes fun, zip wires, and axe throwing in a beautiful natural setting beside the River Itchen.

The site features three incredible treetop experiences — Treetop Challenge, Treetop Adventure Plus, and Treetop Adventure — suitable for different ages and confidence levels. Guests can also enjoy Axe Throwing sessions for some competitive outdoor fun or experience the magical Sundown Adventures after dark, running between 17th October and 9th November 2025. The country park itself includes play areas, nature trails, picnic spots, and a Woodland Café for relaxing after your adventure.

Prices start from £21.95 for Treetop Adventure, £26.95 for Adventure Plus, £36.95 for Treetop Challenge, and £10.95 for Axe Throwing (plus a £3.95 booking fee per order). Birthday parties can be booked online, with three adventure options and extras like private shelters, party bags, and gloves for a personalised celebration.

Go Ape Southampton is the ultimate day out for outdoor excitement and family fun. With its wide range of activities, scenic surroundings, and affordable pricing, it’s a must-visit attraction in Hampshire for adventure lovers of all ages.

Features

  • Paid
  • Host birthday parties: Yes

Features

  • Treetop Challenge: Treetop Challenge is our original and biggest high ropes adventure at Go Ape Southampton. Explore crossings through the tree tops, climbing higher into the canopy, take on the Tarzan Swing, and zip your way to a great day out! Experience an adrenaline-fueled adventure amidst beautiful scenerey on Treetop Challenge. This exhilarating course features 5 thrilling loops, packed with challenging crossings that test your agility and nerve, including the daunting Tarzan Swings, tricky stirrups and zip wires up to 200m long!
  • Treetop Adventure Plus: Treetop Adventure Plus offers the ultimate high ropes thrill for kids aged 6-10. With elevated tricky crossings and epic zip wires, it's the perfect adventure for families seeking excitement! Treetop Adventure Plus isn't just an experience; it's a thrilling step up beyond our Treetop Adventure course. Meticulously designed for young adventurers standing tall at 1.2m and above, aged over 6 years.
  • Treetop Adventure: The perfect place for youngsters to enjoy their first high ropes experience, and for under 6s to build confidence. Beginning on a low loop, before heading higher into the tree tops for course elements with a little more wobble and super-fun zips!
  • Axe Throwing: Take aim and let loose in the great outdoors with Axe Throwing at Go Ape Southampton. Nestled in the heart of Itchen Valley Country Park, it’s the perfect way to blow off steam, sharpen your focus, and get a little competitive with friends or family. After expert tips from our instructors, you’ll be landing axes like a pro in no time – then it’s onto the challenges to see who comes out on top.
  • Sundown Adventures: Sundown Adventures is a brilliant, one-of-a-kind experience for groups. From an after-work adventure with a twist to a unique activity for youth groups, our events team will help you plan every step. Start with our short form for larger bookings or private hire. Experience high ropes thrills after dark in the beautiful Itchen Valley Country Park. Back for a limited time between 17th October and 9th November 2025. Take on our epic adventures as the sun sets, illuminated by magical lights.

Facilities

  • Parking: Parking available.
  • Food & Drinks: Relax, unwind and tuck into some tasty food at the Woodland Café.

Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

  • Treetop Challenge: From £36.95 (+£3.95 booking fee per online order)
  • Treetop Adventure Plus: From £26.95 (+£3.95 booking fee per online order)
  • Treetop Adventure: From £21.95 (+£3.95 booking fee per online order)
  • Axe Throwing: From £10.95 (+£3.95 booking fee per online order)
  • Sundown Adventures: £31.95 (+£3.95 booking fee per order)

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

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: Yes

Birthday Party Details

Throw an unforgettable kids’ birthday party at Go Ape Southampton, set in the heart of Itchen Valley Country Park – full of thrilling outdoor adventure, fresh air, and forest fun. How it works

  1. Choose Your Adventure - Pick from three adventure-filled activities.
  2. Add a Party Shelter – Book a private shelter for your group, choosing a time before or after your activity.
  3. Add Extras – Personalise the experience with party bags and gloves (recommended).
  4. Check Out & Get Ready! – Complete your booking and get ready for an unforgettable birthday celebration.

Visit the website for more information.

Contact the venue for session timings.

Address: Itchen Valley Country Park, Allington Lane, West End, Southampton, UK

Post Code: SO30 3HQ

Council: Eastleigh

County: Hampshire

  • From the West: Exit the M27 at junction 5 and take the 2nd exit on roundabout, signposted Eastleigh A335, then follow brown tourist signs to Itchen Valley Country Park.
  • From the North: Follow the M3, joining the M27 Eastbound towards Portsmouth. Exit the M27 at junction 5 and take the 2nd exit on the roundabout, then follow the brown tourist signs to Itchen Valley Country Park.
  • From the East: Exit the M27 at junction 7. From junction 7, take the first exit, signposted Southampton A334, then the 3rd exit at the next roundabout, signposted West End A27, and follow brown tourist signs to Itchen Valley Country Park.
  • From Southampton: Head towards Southampton Airport. Join the A27 and follow brown tourist signs to Itchen Valley Country Park.
  • From Eastleigh: Take the A355 to Southampton airport. Follow brown tourist signs to Itchen Valley Country Park, past the airport onto A27.
  • Car Parking: You'll find Go Ape in the furthest car park, tucked away in a quiet corner—perfect for starting your adventure!
  • By Bus: The nearest bus stop to Go Ape Itchen Valley is about a 20-minute walk away (less than a mile). If you enter our postcode SO30 3HQ into Google maps and select directions via public transport you'll find details of the next available bus service.
  • By Train: Southampton Airport parkway is our nearest train station, next to the airport. From here you can catch the xelabus X4 Towards West End. Get off the bus just after passing Haskins garden centre. From here it’s just under a mile walk (about 20 minutes) Continue along the road until you reach the roundabout. Turn left and follow the road until you reach the entrance to the park. It is possible to walk all the way from the station to the park. It’s approximately three miles and takes about an hour. A taxi should cost less than £10.

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