The Big Tree Climb

Event details

Saturday 23 May to Monday 25 May

Sessions last one hour and are available at the following times:

10am
11am
12 noon (Sunday and Monday only)
1.30pm (Saturday and Monday only)
2.30pm
3.30pm
4.30pm (Saturday and Sunday only)

£30 per person

Includes parking and entry to the garden, farmyard and adventure playground. Suitable for ages 6 and over.

Have an adventure and get closer to nature in Stand Wood with the Great Big Tree Climbing Company, who are the largest provider of recreational tree climbing in the country, offering a safe and fun way to enjoy trees from a new perspective.  

This is a great family activity, suitable for adults and children. Tree climbing tests balance and co-ordination. Climbs, which do not damage the trees and are led by a fully qualified instructor, are available for up to 8 people at a time. 

You must be over 6 years old to take part in this activity. The climbing technique does require you to have a reasonable level of strength in your lower and upper body. While the majority of work is done with your legs, participants are required to be active and healthy. We are able to help children who struggle but our instructors will be unable to pull up adults who are unable to carry out the technique.

If you would prefer a quieter, supportive experience with only 4 participants per session, please see our alternative event Big Tree Climb - Relaxed Session.

We advise that you arrive at Chatsworth 30-45 minutes before your time slot. This event takes place at the Dell in Stand Wood, the walk from the car park can take 20-30 minutes, and you will need approximately 15 minutes before your climb for a briefing.

There is a fairly steep incline to reach the venue. The walk through Stand Wood includes uneven ground and steps which may not be suitable for buggies or wheelchairs. The event will take place whatever the weather so please dress appropriately. We recommend sturdy footwear, layers and a waterproof coat.

Climbing sessions last one hour. Entry to the garden (and the Family Festival activities), farmyard and adventure playground is included, which you can access before or after your climb by showing your booking QR code.

FAQs

Where will the big tree climb take place?
The big tree climb will take place by The Dell in Stand Wood. Once parked head towards Stand Wood and the farmyard at the back of the car park. Follow the road towards the farmyard and then cross the road through the gate and walk up the woodland path towards the entrance to Stand Wood. Once at the entrance to Stand Wood follow the signs to the big tree climb location where you will be met by the team. Please allow at least 30 minutes to park and reach the location for your timed slot.

Is this suitable for adults?
Yes, this activity is great fun for adults and children alike.

What is the minimum age to take part?
Participants must be a minimum of 6 years old.

How physically demanding is the tree climb?
The climbing technique does require you to have a reasonable level of strength in your lower and upper body. The majority of work is done with your legs but participants are required to be active and healthy. We are able to help children who struggle but our instructors will be unable to pull up adults who are unable to carry out the technique.

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