Go Ape

Tree-top courses and zip-lines strung between oak and pine - that's Go Ape near Haywards Heath. You're harnessed in from the start, clipped to a continuous safety cable as you walk, jump, and swing your way through a series of platforms anywhere between 10 and 40 feet up. It's properly thrilling even for people who reckon they're not the adventurous type.

The courses split into different difficulty levels, so families with younger kids won't feel out of place alongside teenagers treating it like an obstacle course. Most people spend two to three hours here - less if you rush, longer if you faff about on the Tarzan swings. The zip-line finale is the real payoff: a proper rush dropping through the canopy. Walkers and outdoor types get the most from it, though it's genuinely good fun for anyone with a head for heights who isn't too precious about looking daft.

Kids aged around eight upwards tend to have the best time, though height restrictions apply to some sections. It's not free - you'll need to book ahead and budget accordingly. Summer weekends get rammed, so aim for a weekday if you can.

Stay at one of the nearby spots like Worth Forest Glamping or Hook Farm Campsite and you've got a cracking full day sorted. Pair it with the walks around the Sussex weald nearby and you'll not want for entertainment. Just check the website for current prices and opening times before you head out.