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Goodleaf Tree Climbing

England
03338001188
5.0 of 5 stars 18 Reviews
Type: Other
Owner description: As seen on the BBC! Goodleaf Tree Climbing gives you the unique opportunity to enjoy fantastic tree climbing in beautiful surroundings. Under full...... more » Owner description: As seen on the BBC! Goodleaf Tree Climbing gives you the unique opportunity to enjoy fantastic tree climbing in beautiful surroundings. Under full instruction and supervision you will soon be working your way up through the branches and seeing the Isle of Wight from a new perspective. Each session lasts two hours and we give you everything you need for a fun and safe climb, including that all important cup of tea and homemade flapjack! « less
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Honolulu
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012

Top notch, professionally run activity; the entire event from making my reservation to completing the tree climbing was well run. Goodleaf’s commitment to safety and attention to detail is obvious. Paul is an excellent leader and teacher, his step-by step instructions made this easy. I was a bit concerned that I could “climb this tree” (I’m almost 60), but there... More

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Abigail Fox, Owner at Goodleaf Tree Climbing, responded to this review
9 May 2012

Hi, and thanks so much for taking the time to review us. We're delighted that you found the whole Goodleaf experience such a highlight of your trip. It's really important to us that everyone is encouraged to climb to their maximum potential - sounds like the two youngsters spurred you on as well! Hope to see you another time, Paul More

London, United Kingdom
Reviewer
4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012

We went tree climbing with Good Leaf as a surprise for my partner. It was even better than the reviews! Our instructor was really friendly, with straightforward and simple advice on how to get up the ropes, covering all the health and safety aspects without being scary! There were various challenges once up the tree, which encouraged a young person... More

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Abigail Fox, Owner at Goodleaf Tree Climbing, responded to this review
1 May 2012

Hi John G and thanks for your great review - we're really pleased you enjoyed your tree climbing experience and took advantage of the incentives hiding in the tree (thanks for not spoiling the surprise). We appreciated your comments about the health & safety session - its an important part of the climb, but it was great to hear it's... More

Surrey
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 November 2011
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I wanted to say a big thank you to Paul for a great time. We choice Good Leaf as we wanted something a bit different to do and something for Adults also. We wasn't sure at first that it would be suitable for me and my partner (28 and 30) however when we got thee and was set up it... More

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Abigail Fox, Owner at Goodleaf Tree Climbing, responded to this review
14 November 2011

Hello and thank you for your great review. I know you were concerned about what you'd be getting up to in the trees when you booked, so it's really brilliant that you can recommend the experience. We'd like to encourage more adults to climb, so it's really great to hear you enjoyed yourselves so much - Paul didn't mention any... More

London, United Kingdom
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 November 2011
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person found this review helpful

Are your kids bored? Do they have vertigo? Then take to the middle of a field in the Isle of Wight and cure them. Paul, the instructor, is a very patient & lovely geezer (typical Kiwi :-) Once the kids (and, ahem I) finally got the hang (badum tish!) of it, we couldn't get enough. Consider this - they were... More

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Abigail Fox, Owner at Goodleaf Tree Climbing, responded to this review
12 November 2011

Hello, Thanks for your lovely review - we're delighted that tree climbing cured your kids of boredom AND their fear of heights! We really appreciate you taking the time to write a review especially one that contains a pun! Hope to see you another time, Abigail. More

Hertford, United Kingdom
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 September 2011

I took my two children (aged 11 and 13) for a morning of climbing and we all had great fun! Paul is a excellent instructor, encouraging and reassuring, and took the time to help everyone individually. The kids took to it instantly and the hammock near the top was the main target to reach! There is no pressure so you... More

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Abigail Fox, Owner at Goodleaf Tree Climbing, responded to this review
6 September 2011

Hello and thank you for your excellent review of Goodleaf. We try to make sure that everyone can achieve their own personal goal during the tree climbing session and it sounds like your two did with their trip to the hammock! Thanks too for your comments about Paul's instruction, I've passed them on to him. Hope to see you all... More

Brighton, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 September 2011

My two sons aged 9 and 11 visited the secret tree climbing with their 9 year old friend. They were given excellent instruction by Paul and were able to climb at between 40 and 50 feet high although they had never taken part in anything like this before. My oldest son also took part in the shorter length version on... More

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Abigail Fox, Owner at Goodleaf Tree Climbing, responded to this review
3 September 2011

Thanks for your lovely review. It sounds as though your children really enjoyed their tree climbing experience; it's a tall tree and they did brilliantly to reach the top! Thanks for coming to both our sites and hope to see you all again. Paul More

London, United Kingdom
Reviewer
5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 September 2011

This is a really good activity for older children as many of the activities on the island tend to suit younger children more. Adults can also participate. My kids (aged 10 and 14) loved it. Will definitely book again next year and I might have a go too! Really lovely that you give the kids a snack too. More

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Abigail Fox, Owner at Goodleaf Tree Climbing, responded to this review
3 September 2011

Thank you for taking the time to review us. We're delighted that we could offer something new and challenging for your children to enjoy and we're very pleased to hear that you might join them next year. Hope to see you in canopy, and on the picnic blanket for a piece of flapjack! Paul More

Derby, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 August 2011

Paul is not only a good teacher but he makes it real fun! I can't wait to go again . You can go really high ,theres a hamok you can lie in,you can swing. The experiance was A-MA-ZING!It is so simple once you get the hang of it. Amy age 9 More

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Abigail Fox, Owner at Goodleaf Tree Climbing, responded to this review
25 August 2011

Hi Amy, thank you for your fantastic review. It sounds like you had a brilliant time tree climbing which is just what we want! We'd love to take you climbing again. We hope you can come and see us next time you are on the Island. Abigail & Paul More

London, United Kingdom
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 August 2011
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people found this review helpful

Last week we took 17 Scouts Tree Climbing with Goodleaf. The Instructors were excellent -explained the process very well to the young people and were attentive at all times. Safety was paramount as was enjoyment. This activity offers a good challenge in a fun and safe enviroment. The young people rated the activity at 10/10 which for teenagers is a... More

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Abigail Fox, Owner at Goodleaf Tree Climbing, responded to this review
18 August 2011

Thank you for your lovely review. We are thrilled that Goodleaf managed to please your group of young people (not always an easy task) as well as giving you confidence with our safety practices. To be rated 10/10 is fantastic and I have passed the good news on to our instructors. Many thanks and hope to see you all another... More

London
Senior Contributor
34 reviews 34 reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 August 2011

This caught my eye on TA and for a different sort of day out, I thought it was worth a try. It's held at a number of locations on the island with this one (without letting the secret out) in the North on a field with a lovely oak where ropes are ready for the climbers. The organisation is very... More

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Abigail Fox, Owner at Goodleaf Tree Climbing, responded to this review
10 August 2011

Hello, thanks for your review. We work hard to make safety clear in everyone's mind without it being too onerous so we're delighted that you appreciate this. We're really pleased your family enjoyed themselves and look forward to seeing you in the canopy next time! Abigail More

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