Clifton Suspension Bridge Woodland Adventure: Activities

Climb, zip and navigate woodland challenges in Ashton Court Estate

Stag and hen party activities in Ashton Court Estate woodlands near Clifton Suspension Bridge, Bristol, combining a high ropes course with climbing, ziplines and tree-to-tree crossings, plus a survival challenge where teams navigate using maps, light a fire and compete in axe throwing. Minimum age 16. Activities run three hours and suit all fitness levels, with alternative options for those unable to do the ropes course.

The experience

The activities happen in 850 acres of woodland and gardens at Ashton Court Estate, a short walk from Clifton Suspension Bridge and the bars and restaurants of Clifton Village. You'll start with the TreeTops High Ropes Challenge: a woodland course built around climbing, ziplines, suspended walkways and tree-to-tree zips at different height levels, so people in your group can pick what suits them. The whole thing takes roughly an hour and a half and is designed to get everyone laughing and working together, not to leave anyone out.

After the ropes course, the group moves into Situation Survival, where teams split up to crack codes using maps, build and light a fire, and figure out how to survive in the woods. It's escape-room logic applied to the outdoors. The challenge finishes with an axe throwing competition, then the whole group gathers around a fire for marshmallows. A live guide in English runs the activities throughout. On site you'll find parking, two cafes and toilets.

What’s included

• High ropes course with climbing, ziplines and tree-to-tree crossings.
• Situation Survival woodland challenge with map navigation and code-cracking.
• axe throwing competition.
• fire-building and marshmallows around the fire.
• live guide in English.
• use of all safety equipment.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day7 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 15:00

AgesAdult (16 and older) · Under 16: can't be included in the booking

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 12 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Adventure Bristol

Is this one for you?Choose this if your group wants a mix of physical challenge and team problem-solving in one outing. The ropes course gets the adrenaline going, while the survival challenge and axe throwing keep everyone working together. The three-hour run means you can do this and still have time to hit Clifton Village for food and drinks afterward.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What exactly is the TreeTops High Ropes Challenge?

TreeTops is a woodland ropes course where you climb between trees, cross suspended walkways, zip between platforms and make tree-to-tree crossings. Different sections suit different comfort levels, so cautious climbers can stick to lower routes while others go higher.

How does the Situation Survival part work?

Your team uses maps to navigate the woodland, solve codes, build and light a fire, and complete survival tasks. It ends with an axe throwing competition and finishes around a fire with marshmallows.

What happens if someone in the group can't do the ropes course?

The operator offers alternative activities like axe throwing so everyone stays involved and has something to do. Speak to the guide about any concerns before the day starts.

Is there anything I need to bring or wear?

Wear clothes and shoes suitable for climbing and moving through woodland. The operator provides all safety equipment for the ropes course. Bring a spare insulin pump or similar removable device if you use one, as the belay equipment contains a magnet.

How far is Ashton Court Estate from Clifton Village?

The estate is a short walk from Clifton Suspension Bridge and the shops and restaurants of Clifton Village, so you can easily grab food or drinks before or after the activities.

What's the minimum age to take part?

Participants must be at least 16 years old. The activities suit all fitness levels, though the operator recommends checking with a doctor if you have spinal injuries, heart complaints, back or neck issues, or recent injuries or operations.