An OUTDOOR adventure course could be built in a Grade II listed park despite concerns it will ruin the wildlife.

Adventure Forest have put forward proposals to build a Go Ape high ropes course at Alexandra Park, which will be decided at a meeting on Monday after already being recommended for approval by Haringey Council’s officers.

However, a number of objections have been made against the plans by people and organisations from the surrounding areas of Muswell Hill, Wood Green and Hornsey.

If given the go ahead, several obstacle courses will be built, including a tower with wooden platforms for people to climb to get to a zip wire at the top of the trees.

The aim is to enhance Alexandra Park for families, while also preserving the nature of the area.

But the London Wildlife Trust believe that the ropes used as part of the adventure park may damage trees and scare away the many different types of birds nesting on the branches.

A spokesperson for the trust said: “We would object to any works that are likely to damage the interest and/or reduce the functionality of any wildlife habitat, given the site is a statutory Local Nature Reserve and a Site of Borough Importance for Nature Conservation.”

There are other fears over the historical heritage of Alexandra Palace, which is also in the listed park, as it could be overshadowed by the commercial adventure course.

The Alexandra Palace & Park Conservation Area Advisory Committee said there could be “a risk of an adverse impact on the conservation area”.

Other concerns include the potential increase in noise levels the park may bring, due to the zip wire mechanism and the sound of voices that could disturb people in their homes.

A report released by Haringey Council stated the plans were “acceptable in principle” and would not negatively affect the trees and would not built close enough to people’s houses that it would cause a disturbance.

The report said: “The proposal is considered to preserve the character and appearance of the Conservation Area and the Registered Park and would not harm the setting of the Listed Building.”

Ben Davies, head of business development for Go Ape, explained he has looked into the objections but believes the outdoor activities will benefit the park.

He said: “We believe that Go Ape would be a positive addition to Alexandra Palace and add to its rich history of innovation in leisure.

“Go Ape has worked in partnership with Alexandra Park & Palace Charitable Trust and a range of specialists to ensure that we have addressed the potential concerns.

“This has included designing the course to make sure it will protect the ecology of the Park, as well as carrying out assessments regarding noise and traffic.

Mr Davies added that it may also increase employment.

He said: “Go Ape is proud of its history in operating in a wide range of locations and is committed to being a positive addition to local communities.

“We are proposing to invest over £800,000 in Alexandra Palace to provide a boost to the local economy with the creation of around 40 jobs.”