Saturday 9 August 2014

Going ape with Vimto

Last weekend we were lucky enough to take a trip to Go Ape in Tilgate park, Crawley thanks to the Vimto team. Go Ape is a forest adventure where you get to climb across obstacles and slide down zip wires while up in the trees.




Not to be outdone by the kids, the dad and I also had to get our safety gear on to brave the heights, although dad wasn't too brave and dropped out after the first hurdle!
It doesn't look too high when you are on the ground but is actually quite terrifying when you are up there!



The kids were a bit reluctant when they started and Kieron especially needed some encouragement but after about ten minutes they were flying around like professionals and left me behind!

After an hour in the Junior tree top adventure the kids received their certificates and stickers to prove that they're the king of the jungle. It was quite a warm day and the kids worked up a thirst so they were pleased to have their big bottles of water and Vimto squeezy water enhancers to hand.





Tilgate park is a lovely setting to have a Go ape, there is a beautiful green to sit and have a picnic and this very picturesque lake where the kids enjoyed looking at the ducks and boats while drinking their Vimto.

The little squeezy Vimto bottles were perfect to bring with us on the train as we were able to buy the bottled water at the station on arrival and didn't need any heavy bags to carry. The drinks come in three flavours and are sugar free so great for all the family. I think strawberry was the overall winner on the taste test. Not sure that I would use the ultra concentrated drink (each bottle has 25 servings) at home as I think they are a bit of a novelty for the kids and caught them pouring the Vimto straight onto their hands to taste it but they are perfect for keeping in your bag and using while out and about or on day trips like Go Ape.

disclaimer: We were given samples of Vimto squeezy and a family ticket for Go Ape junior tree top adventure for review purposes but all opinions are our own.

This post is linked up with #countrykids over at Coombe mill.

Country Kids from Coombe Mill Family Farm Holidays Cornwall

18 comments:

  1. I love climbing I need to take my boys to go ape, you look lie you had a great day x

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    1. If you like climbing you will love it and I didn't see a single child there that wasn't enjoying it!

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  2. Ohh wow! How exciting! Not my cup of tea but it looks like you all had a great time!!

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    1. To be honest it's not something I would have even thought of doing before but I really enjoyed it and want to go back now!

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  3. Wow! It looks like so much fun to climb around in the tree tops. I would LOVE to do this.

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    1. You really should we all loved it and want to go back :)

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  4. What a great day out. I had no idea there was a Go Ape at Tilgate park (although i haven't been there for years). Totally agree it is a lovely place - my dad used to take us there as kids and then went a few years ago too but mus go again soon. x

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    1. I had never heard of Tilgate park before but would love to go back and explore it, it looked massive on the map and we only went to one corner of it!

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  5. Go Ape is on my list to do. It looks fabulous fun. Lovely location too. #CountryKids

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    1. We only went on the Junior tree top adventure and while up there I said I would never do it again but now I want to go on the proper adult course and challenge myself ;)

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  6. I am with their dad and could not throw myself off on the zip wire so had to come off early. Sounds like you all had a lovely day. Think my older boys will be waiting until my oldest turns 18 to go on the adult trail though.

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    1. It's amazing how the younger kids just have no fear, we couldn't wait to get off but the kids wanted to go again and again!

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  7. Go Ape is a great activity for thrill seekers, we done something very similar in France and there was a few heart in the mouth moments when the course became higher and more challenging! Thanks for linking up and sharing with Country Kids.

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    1. Yes definitely some heart in the mouth moments especially when you first get up there! I really need to get out more so I can link up more often ;)

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  8. It looks like so much fun!! Go Ape is most definitely on my 'to do' list and something I can't wait to take the children along to when they're a few years older. The Vimto drinks look great too! Really handy for days out :) x

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    1. I'm sure the kids will love it, it's a great day out!

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  9. I always wanted to try this but its so expensive! Looks like fun and well done you for trying! #countrykids

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    1. It can be expensive, especially if you have a big family but I think it is worth it for the experience, maybe for a special occasion like a birthday, instead of paying out for a party :)

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