New adventure park perfect for family days out to open minutes from Dublin
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A brand new adventure park just a stone's throw from Dublin is set to open next month.
Zipit Forest Adventures is gearing up to launch its latest site in Djouce, Co Wicklow. The adventure park is all set for its grand opening on Friday, July 18 and, in an exciting offer for early birds, any bookings made in June will get a cheeky 10% discount if it's your first time booking.
To mark the occasion, they're rolling out a special introductory discount code FIRST10 for use during June, giving you 10% off on advanced bookings. This marks the newest addition to Ireland's premier high ropes and zipline experience.
Ideal for families or a group of mates after a thrilling day out, it caters to all ages and group sizes. Zipit already boasts locations in Tibradden Wood, Co. Dublin, Farran Forest Park, Co. Cork, and Lough Key Forest Park, Co. Roscommon.
Crafted by Funchal, one of Europe's top adventure park builders, the company promises the same heart-racing activities that enthusiasts adore, plus a fresh "snappier, pole-powered" experience suitable for little adventurers as young as three. And it's conveniently located less than an hour's drive from Dublin City Centre, reachable via the N11 or the picturesque Sally Gap route.
Situated on what was once a golf course fairway at the edge of Djouce Woods, it offers expansive skies and unspoiled views of the countryside. Cian O'Callaghan, Head of Sales and Marketing at Cool Running Events, said: "We're incredibly excited to launch our newest course in Djouce.
"This area of Wicklow offers a stunning backdrop for outdoor adventure, and we've created a course that blends excitement, challenge and fun in a totally new way. This course is Zipit's first that's accessible to kids as young as three, and we can't wait to see the excitement on the younger adventurers' faces as they take part in Ireland's newest adventure course."
Tickets for Zipit Djouce are available for advance booking at www.zipit.ie.
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