Go Ape and Margam Park Explore (29 March)
Margam Park,
Free
(This session is open to STAFF and STUDENTS)
This is the only Treetop Challenge in Wales and it's a spectacular one, with obstacle cross-overs and zips up to 180m!!
This course has been likened to a roller coaster in the trees and is the only Go Ape which boasts sea views, and with over 1,000-acres of parkland, the largest deer herd in Wales, you’ve got yourself a serious aerial adventure.
Check out this video to see what you'd be in for.
The Challenge takes approximately 3 hours to complete.
- If you have a fear of heights - maybe this one isn't for you.
We'll have 2 groups taking on the Challenge; one at 1pm and one at 2pm.
If you're in the 1pm Challenge, you'll get time to explore Margam Park after you've finished on the ropes and if you're in the 2pm Challenge, you'll have the chance to take in the Park before you hit the heights.
We need to arrive 30 minutes before our allocated first time slot, so we can be checked in, check disclaimers have been completed, and get everyone harnessed up and ready for the safety briefing before we start.
There are two tickets - one for the 1pm group and another for the 2pm group. These will be the group you go in for the day. Make sure if booking with friends you both book the same ticket.
COST: £25
(Refunds only available 48 hours before the session).
Bus Pick-up Times
- 11:10am - Singleton Campus - outside Fulton House
- 11:20am - ST Mary's church, Princess Way (just down from McDonald's in city centre)
- 11:30am - Bay campus, Fabian Way (opposite side of dual carriageway)
- We will leave Margam Park at 5:30pm
What to Wear
Anything you don't mind getting dirty! Bring a waterproof layer for those rainy days. Short or long t-shirts, jeans, trackies, leggins or shorts are all fine. You must wear close-toe, sensible shoes such as trainers or boots and gloves are always a good idea - bring your own or you can purchase from reception on the day. Long hair must be tied back, waists covered and body piercings removed or taped over.
Please note that there are no changing faclilies at GO APE Margam.
TO BOOK THIS TICKET, YOU MUST REGISTER WITH GET ACTIVE. If you have any problems registering, please contact getactive@swansea.ac.uk
Contact Us: Should you need to get in contact for us, please email to: getactive@swansea.ac.uk
Event policies
Important:
Cancellation: Spaces are limited, so if you book a ticket but you are not able to attend, please ensure you cancel your ticket and let us know through getactive@swansea.ac.uk email. A refund is only available if you cancel your ticket 48 hours or more of the session time. This will allow another person to take the space and avoid people missing out. If you've booked on to the walk and don't show without informing us that you can't make it, you will be penalised by missing the next two walks.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Weather: Unpredictable...we are in Wales after all!! If the weather is against us, we may be forced to cancel the session as we want to make sure it's as safe as possible for you to enjoy the experience. If we have to cancel the event, we'll let you know by email.
Conduct & Safety: You are responsible for your own behaviour and time keeping. Please take reasonable care of your own and other people's health and safety. Please ensure that you familiarise yourself with safety information and safety instructions. If you have any concerns, please raise these to the event leader.
Acknowledgement of Risks: (a) I understand that participation in a Get ACTIVE session could result in a physical injury. I agree that I do so at my own risk, am voluntarily participating and assume all risk of injury to myself; (b) I understand that Sport Swansea recommends that if I have pe-existing medical condition/s, I should consult with a health professional before participating in Get ACTIVE activities.
Accessibility: This event will involve steps and rough terrain. If you have any queries regarding the suitability of this event, or have any specific accessibility requirements, please contact getactive@swansea.ac.uk before booking a ticket. as soon as possible.
Children: On this ocassion, children are not able to attend. Get ACTIVE will be delivering some family friendly activities soon.
Data Protection: Get ACTIVE will share your details with relvenat staff for attendance and safety purposes. We will use your data to produce internal statistics.
Photos: We may take photos and videos throughout the event which we will use to promote future activities in the on social media posts and on our website. When booking your ticket, you'll be asked to give photo/video consent. If you change your mind to your initial answer, just let us know on the day.
Contact Us: Should you need to get in contact for us, please email getactive@swansea.ac.uk
Code of Conduct
What is the Code of Conduct?
This Code of Conduct code sets out the expected behaviour of staff and participants of Swansea University’s Get ACTIVE programme.
It is designed to protect staff and participants and others potentially affected by their actions, ensure the highest possible standards of participation, fairness, honesty and behaviour in relation to the conduct of all Swansea University representatives. If adhered to, the Code of Conduct will also serve to reduce the risk of harm and injury to members and the community in general
As a Get ACTIVE Participant, I will:
Recognise and appreciate the efforts made by Activators, volunteers, officials and officers in providing the opportunity for you to participate in activity sessions and enjoy the sporting/physical activity environment.
Shall not use foul language or abusive language or gestures towards other participants, Activators, volunteers or coaches.
Shall not do anything which is likely to intimidate, offend, insult, humiliate or discriminate against any other person on the ground of gender, race, disability, age, religious or political belief, sexual orientation, social background, ethnic origin, language, marital or civil partnership status or pregnancy.
Arrive for activity sessions in good time, not to cause disruption to the session once started.
Consistently display high standards of behaviour.
Turn up with appropriate kit for the activity.
Take responsibility for warming up and cooling down properly, as appropriate.
Play for fun and enjoyment.
Learn and play by the rules.
Recognise and applaud all good play.
Ensure changing facilities are the same when you leave as when you entered them.
Report broken or damaged equipment to staff members.
Do not bring the club, Sport Swansea or Swansea University into disrepute.