Types of Ropes Course

RCD Linear Ropes Course

Typical Cost: £18,000 - £30,000

 

Description:

 

This ropes course really does provide unbeatable value for money. 

  • Conforms to EN: 12572 for artificial climbing structures
  • Meets the requirements of prEN: 15567 for Ropes Courses
  • Designed to address the Working at Height Legislation. This includes, amongst other things, the new RCD tracking system
  • Poles protrude 13 metres above the ground. Heights of elements vary between 9.5 metres and 12 metres, Main supporting beam is at 12.5 metres. Higher or lower structures possible
  • Operational ground area required is approximately 17 metres x 10 metres. Four guy cables (these are not a structural but stability requirement only) extend beyond the operational area
  • Designed to minimise the need for maintenance in every respect
  • Has a lifetime guarantee on workmanship
  • Designed to be used by as many as 3 groups of 12 people simultaneously
  • Steel finish can be painted or galvanised. The latter is recommended in most circumstances as this will generally provide 15 - 20 years protection
  • Designed to prohibit unauthorised access for the first three metres when the ropes course is not in use
  • Poles can be mounted above the ground to maximise longevity. New EU regulations pertaining to timber treatment have reduced the effectiveness of the preservation process. The new pole mounting method, adopted by RCD, is expected to provide over 20 years life expectancy under normal circumstances.
  • Tested ground anchors included
  • Safety signs included
  • Can accommodate the new POWERFAN™ designed and tested in accordance with relevant parts of BS: EN: 341 1992 and conforms to prEN: 15567 for Ropes Courses
  • Can accommodate an RCD Zip Wire and abseil platform
  • Option for complete ground covering (pea gravel to 150mm minimum with geo-textile membrane and appropriate retainers). This is necessary both from an aesthetic perspective and to ensure operational efficiency.

 

Course Layout

The elements in each section can vary. The examples below indicate the maximum number of elements on the course. A Zip Wire, POWERFAN™ and Abseil Platform are feasible on all options.

 

Option 1

 

Left Hand End:

  • High See Saw

Right Hand End:

  • Single and Double Leap of Faith
  • High All Aboard
  • Peg Pole Climb (combined with the High All Aboard and Leap of Faith)
  • Crate Challenge

Central Section:

  • Jacob’s Ladder

Option 2

 

Left Hand End:

  • Jacob’s Ladder      

Right Hand End:

  • Single and Double Leap of Faith
  • High All Aboard
  • Peg Pole Climb (combined with the High All Aboard and Leap of Faith)
  • Crate Challenge

Central Section:

  • High See Saw
  • Balance Beam
  • Step Across Small
  • Step Across Large
  • Postman’s Walk
  • Multi–Vine
Costs:  
  • Price Range (depending on elements)
  • Ground Covering
  • £18,000 - £27,000
  • £2,900
   
Additional Options  
  • POWERFAN™
  • RCD Zip Wire subject to site visit
  • RCD Abseil Platform 
  • Post & rail fencing (around perimeter) 
  • Security fencing (2 metre high)
  • Above ground pole mounting
  • 3G Swing. Provides a 22 metre pendulum!
  • POA
  • POA
  • POA
  • £1,900
  • £2,900
  • £900
  • £5,800