Zip World Tower Colliery, Tower Climber

Aberdare
Helmeted participants balancing on wooden and rope obstacles on different levels of Tower Climber.
Two harnessed participants crossing suspended obstacles beneath the climbing structure.
A group wearing helmets and harnesses gathered around the safety equipment before climbing.
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Helmeted participants balancing on wooden and rope obstacles on different levels of Tower Climber.
Two harnessed participants crossing suspended obstacles beneath the climbing structure.
A group wearing helmets and harnesses gathered around the safety equipment before climbing.
A helmeted participant stepping between suspended wooden beams while holding the ropes.
Multi-level climbing and ropes structure with platforms, ladders and Zip World Tower signage.
Harnessed participants among hanging platforms, rope obstacles and a wooden tunnel.

Welcome to Zip World Tower Colliery, Tower Climber

Tower Climber is a three-storey adventure course at Zip World Tower Colliery near Aberdare. It has 69 climbing, balance and rope obstacles, with a lower junior course and a full course across all three levels. The full experience takes around 90 minutes, while the junior course takes around 45 minutes.

The two courses have different minimum-height and supervision rules, and a maximum weight also applies. Check the current restrictions before booking and arrive 30 minutes before the booked start time. Participants are fitted with a harness and helmet and receive a safety briefing before using the course.

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Zip World Tower, Treherbert Road, Hirwaun, CF44 9UF

Harnessed participants among hanging platforms, rope obstacles and a wooden tunnel.

Amenities

  1. Cafe on Site
  2. Family Friendly
  3. Wi-fi
  1. Charged Car Parking
  2. On-line Booking

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How to book

Choose the junior or full course, check the current restrictions and book online in advance. For booking help, contact Zip World directly.

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01248 601444

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