Go Ape - Buxton Reviews 3

Two days ago in Buxton, Go Ape was a life changing experience for me. I'm 70 and while I'm healthy and fit enough to walk the dog five miles a day, I have been sinking into a rut in recent years.

Suddenly I saw that I was thinking, feeling and acting like an old man and decided to look for an adventure that would be unlikely to kill me but had a small element of risk and a would give me a big charge of adrenaline. Go Ape did both. I completed the course, which I found as exhausting as a half-marathon did when I was 45, and two days later I'm still experiencing a massive 'runner's high'. I feel invigorated and young again.

The friendly and encouraging staff (especially Hattie) were a great help. The safety kit is robust and easy to use. The value for money in my case was extraordinary as I'd have been happy to pay ten times the cost for this therapeutic effect.

I wanted to write a balanced review but I can't actually think of anything negative - even the sun came out in Buxton for me.

We had an amazing time at Buxton Go Ape!!
It was tough (and a bit scary at times!) but so much fun!!!
The location was stunning!!! The staff were brilliant, wonderfully kind and encouraging, and explained everything so well and in a way that we could understand while still making it fun.
We felt safe and supported by the staff the whole time, who were always on hand if/when we needed them.
The whole experience was very well organised, and the staff made sure we all had a fantastic time and such a memorable day out!
We are really looking forward to coming back again!
Thank you so much!!!

I just wanted to say thank you to Matt at Go Ape. He helped my 10yr old daughter tackle the first part of the course, after she got scared and refused to do it. He was so patient, gentle and encouraging. Thank you so much for helping my daughter feel proud of herself that day. People like you are worth their weight in gold!! Thank you Matt.

BTW, she went on to complete the whole course, with Matt giving her a medal at the end. Made our experience. Well worth the money. Great location too.