Themed Attractions & Parks

There are lots of theme and adventure parks in the UK, these range from the small and quirky to the large internationally known ones to the ones that are in between! Many of the UK’s theme parks are award-winning and even offer discounted rates for return visitors meaning that you can enjoy the rides and the excitement time and time again.

Fun for the whole family

For anyone looking for something to do with the whole family, theme and adventure parks are a good choice, particularly outside of term time, as many of the UK’s top parks offer special rates and additional attractions during the holidays, so you can be sure of even more fun during Easter, Summer and at Christmas time. For anyone who wants to avoid the crowds and queues of the holidays, you can head to these parks during term time and enjoy a calmer day out! Many of the UK’s parks offer additional facilities for those with accessibilities needs including policies on skipping queues, additional entry points and rides that are wheelchair friendly.

Theme Parks and Adventure Parks are perfect for a family day out. All of them provide a range of activities designed to entertain, whatever your age. Some are marketed to young children, while others are more suited to adults or families with older children. Each have their own individual rides, some more intense than others, but all of them have rides and attractions that are suitable for all their guests. Some of these parks are designed around a theme, such as farmyard animal adventure parks, dinosaurs or space, while others have certain rides that are themed with animatronics and decorations to create a scary atmosphere or something more family friendly.

Many of the UK’s theme parks have dedicated areas including soft play and outdoor play areas, as well as gentle mini trains which are perfect for the smaller members of the family, those with sensitive stomachs or anyone who is working up to the larger rides, so there really is something for everyone.

The sites these parks are based on provide all the facilities you could need for a day trip and it’s quite easy to spend several hours there without needing to leave the site. Some of them even have hotels nearby or onsite for those of you who want to stay longer! You’ll find all of the sites, whether they are small parks or large ones, will have a choice of eateries, toilets and comfortable areas where you can sit and relax for a while.

Indoor and outdoor entertainment

We know the weather in Britain can be a bit predictable, the theme and adventure parks are well prepared for this, there are a number of them that have indoor attractions, so even if the weather is bad, you’ll still have lots to do, while others are happy to reissue tickets for another time if bad weather means that rides or attractions can’t be safely used. The bad weather policy will be available when you book your tickets, so make sure to check it to see what is available in the event of rain or strong winds.

In recent years, the UK’s theme and adventure parks have made great efforts to make their sites as accessible as possible, there are many rides that are suitable for all ages, abilities and mobilities, plus many of the parks offer passes that mean you don’t have to queue for ages as well as accessible bathrooms. Some even have rides that are suitable to bring wheelchairs and mobility aids with you, just check with the park when booking.

Whatever kind of adventure park you’re into, you’ll have a really great day out at one of Britain’s many parks and resorts.

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Crealy Theme Park & Resort

Crealy Theme Park & Resort is the South West’s number one family value day out. The multi…

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Crealy Theme Park & Resort

Address

Sidmouth Road, Clyst St Mary, Exeter, Devon, EX5 1DR

Telephone
01395 233200

fun@crealy.co.uk

Exeter

Crealy Theme Park & Resort is the South West’s number one family value day out.
The multi award-winning family attraction is located just minutes from junction 30 of the M5 near Exeter and has over 60 indoor and outdoor rides and attractions…

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Sandcastle Waterpark

Address

South Beach, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY4 1BB

Telephone
01253 340745

info@sandcastle-waterpark.co.uk

Blackpool

Sandcastle Waterpark is the UK’s largest Indoor Waterpark with more than 18 fantastic slides and attractions including Master Blaster, the longest Indoor Roller Coaster waterslide in the world. There’s something for all the family including…

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Paultons Park

Address

Ower, Romsey, Hampshire, SO51 6AL

Telephone
02380 814442

Enquiries@paultons.co.uk

Romsey

Paultons Park is the UK’s number one family theme park with over 70 exciting rides and attractions to enjoy.

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York Maze

Address

Elvington Lane, York, YO19 5LT

Telephone
01904 607341

info@yorkmaze.com

Visit Europe's largest maize maze! Plus over 20 amazing attractions, rides and shows. Cafe, BBQ and gift shop. Fun for all the family.York Maze is open from mid July to mid September and opens for Halloween days and HallowScream nights.

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Eastleigh Lakeside Steam Railway

Address

Lakeside Country Park, Wide Lane, Eastleigh, Hampshire, SO50 5PE

Telephone
+44 023 8061 2020

elr@steamtrain.co.uk

Eastleigh

Steam-hauled miniature passenger railway (over 1.25 miles ride). Picnic area, model boating, fishing and canoeing lakes on same site. Other locomotives on occasions.

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The BIG Sheep

Address

Abbotsham, Near Bideford, North Devon, EX39 5AP

Telephone
01237 472366

info@thebigsheep.co.uk

Near Bideford

The Big Sheep - an all weather attraction featuring sheep racing, indoor playzone, outdoor lazer games and the Big Sheep Brewery.

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Cyclexperience Bike Hire

Address

Rail Station Car Park, Brockenhurst, Hants, SO42 7TW

Telephone
01590 624808

hire@cyclex.co.uk

Brockenhurst

Cyclexperience is an award-winning bike hire company based in Brockenhurst in the heart of the New Forest with more than 25 years of experience!
Explore over 100 miles of family friendly cycling through tranquil forests with breathtaking views…

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STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway

Address

Fire Fly Avenue, Off Kemble Drive, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN2 2EY

Telephone
01793 466637 / 466626/466646

adminsteam@swindon.gov.uk

Swindon

Get up close to magnificent locomotives, be a signalman in the GWR interactive Signal Box and drive the steam train simulator as you travel through STEAM’s story-telling displays!
STEAM tells the story of the men and women who built, operated and…

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New Forest Activities

Address

The Old Forge, Beaulieu, SO42 7YA

Telephone
01590 612377

info@newforestactivities.co.uk

Beaulieu

We organise a range of activities in The New Forest area. Book online for popular activities or call on 01590 612377 to make the most of your trip. Visit our office and information centre in the heart of Beaulieu village.

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Lappa Valley Steam Railway

Address

Benny Halt, St. Newlyn East, Cornwall, TR8 5LX

Telephone
+44 01872 510317

info@lappavalley.co.uk

Lappa Valley is the only attraction in Cornwall that transports families on an exciting nostalgic steam train ride into a secret world of traditional fun and family adventures. Children will delight in the thrill of trains and boats, explore nature,…

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Bekonscot Model Village & Railway

Address

Warwick Road, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, HP9 2PL

Telephone
+44 01494 672919

info@bekonscot.co.uk

Beaconsfield

Bekonscot delights visitors of all ages and be a giant in this miniature wonderland. Established in 1929 Bekonscot Model Village depicts rural England in the 1930s.

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Salt Ayre Leisure Centre

Address

Doris Henderson Way, Lancaster, LA1 1QR

Telephone
01524 847 540

saltayre@lancaster.gov.uk

Salt Ayre Leisure Centre is the largest Leisure Centre in the Lancaster District. After undergoing a multi-million pound development, the centre boasts a plethora of exciting facilities.

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Godshill Model Village

Address

High Street, GODSHILL, Isle of Wight, PO38 3HH

Telephone
(01983) 840270

info@modelvillagegodshill.co.uk

GODSHILL

This beautiful Model Village is set in nearly two acres of gorgeous landscaped gardens, a real retro find. A quintessentially English visitor attraction! Something for the gardeners and dreamers amongst us.

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Kent & East Sussex Railway

Address

Tenterden Town Station, Tenterden, Kent, TN30 6HE

Telephone
+44 01580 765155

enquiries@kesr.org.uk

Tenterden

Images of this picturesque line weaveing between Tenterden and Bodiam. England's finest rural light railway enables visitors to experience travel & service from a bygone age aboard beautifully restored Victorian coaches and locomotives.

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Trethorne Leisure Park

Address

Kennards House, LAUNCESTON, Cornwall, PL15 8QE

Telephone
+44 01566 86324

trethorneleisure@btconnect.com

LAUNCESTON

Trethorne has something for all ages, whatever the weather!
We feel we offer more activities on one site than anywhere in the Westcountry - and are delighted to welcome and entertain you and your family.

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Southsea Model Village

Address

Southsea Model Village, Lumps Fort, Eastney Esplanade, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO4 9RU

Telephone
07825 55 82 31

willywilson74@gmail.com

Eastney Esplanade, Portsmouth

Marvel at the 1/12th scale Southsea Model Village, which features forty miniature buildings, houses, forts and castles, as well as a `G' scale garden railway.

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Launceston Steam Railway

Address

St Thomas Road, Launceston, Cornwall, PL15 8DA

Telephone
01566 775665

Launceston

The Launceston Steam Railway is a nostalgic steam driven 5 mile round trip through glorious countryside along the old North Cornwall Railway Line.

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Clarence Pier Amusement Park

Address

Clarence Pier Amusement Park, Clarence Esplanade, Southsea, Hampshire, PO5 3AA

Telephone
+44 023 9282 0132

info@clarencepier.co.uk

Southsea

Clarence Pier Southsea is one of the largest amusement parks on the south coast and boasts all manner of amusements, rides and activities for the whole family.

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Maharajahs Well

Address

Stoke Row, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, RG9 5QR

Telephone
+44 01491 680558

Henley-on-Thames

A 25ft-high iron and gilt, Indian temple-style well with winding gear. Built in 1863 with gardens and orchard park, and warden's cottage (not open to public).

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The Royal Gunpowder Mills

Address

Beaulieu Drive, Waltham Abbey, Essex, EN9 1JY

Telephone
01992 707370

info@royalgunpowdermills.com

Waltham Abbey

The Royal Gunpowder Mills combines science, history and nature in a great day out that's fun for all the family.

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