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Go Ape Matfen, Matfen Hall Hotel, Matfen, Northumberland, NE20 0RH
15% discount when booking line using promotion code VNORTH26
Valid until Thursday 31st December 2026. Offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. Excludes Saturdays. Applicable on all activities at Go Ape Matfen. Booking terms and conditions apply.
Located in the Northumberland countryside, less then 20 miles from Newcastle city centre, Go Ape Matfen is a must-visit destination for anyone searching for things to do in the North East, outdoor activities, or a memorable family day out. Whether you’re a thrill seeker looking for a unique adventure or planning quality time with friends, family, or colleagues, adventure awaits in the forest. Boasting a high ropes activity above the forest floor and Axe Throwing for those who wanted to stay grounded, days out at Go Ape Matfen are all about having fun, challenging yourself, and creating unforgettable memories. Take on iconic forest ziplines, tricky crossings, and Tarzan Swings.
Perfect for family days out, birthday celebrations, team building experiences, and school holiday activities, Go Ape Matfen comes highly recommended for adrenaline-fuelled fun in the great outdoors. Escape the ordinary this summer and Go Ape.
Go Ape Treetop Challenge is an exhilarating self-guided 2-3-hour experience through the forest canopy. After a detailed safety briefing from one of our experienced instructors, you’ll be tackling canopy-high crossings, leaping off free-fall Tarzan swings and riding high-speed ziplines. Our rope ladders are your gateway to a hidden world. Grown-up fun in the great outdoors. For those over 1.4 metres tall and 10 years old.
Ever tried axe-throwing? Not only is it the perfect stress-reliever but it's bags of fun too. Enjoy an action-packed hour of axe-throwing in the great outdoors as you go in search for that all-important bullseye (it's harder than it sounds). Go Ape’s qualified instructors will be on-hand to provide tips and support. A gripping experience you’ll want to do again. And again. And again. On your marks. Get set. Throw!
T: 01603 895500
E: [email protected]
W: www.goape.co.uk/locations/matfen
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15% off Go Ape Matfen
15% off Go Ape Matfen
Book online, using promotional code: VNORTH26.
Valid until Thursday 31st December 2026.
Offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. Excludes Saturdays.
Applicable on all activities at Go Ape Matfen.
Booking terms and conditions apply.
Save £10 when you book 2 adventures
Keep the adventure going with our bundle deal. Add another activity to your day and you'll get £10 off. Use code Save10 when you check out. Terms and conditions apply.
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