Hotels near Theme Parks in the UK

LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort opens at 10am throughout the week and, depending on the day you visit, closes either at 4pm, 5pm or 6pm. It’s always worth checking the official park website for the most up-to-date information on opening hours.

Ticket prices start from £32, and annual pass prices start from £49. The earlier you book, the more you’ll save, so make sure you plan your Berkshire breaks in advance! Children under 90cm go free, and the park also offers extras and VIP experiences for special occasions. 

From Farmer Joe’s Chicken Company to the Pirate’s Burger Kitchen, families will have plenty of choice at mealtimes. Tuck into pizza or pasta along Heartlake City or stop for lunch at The Hungry Troll. You’ll also find coffee shops and ice cream parlours dotted throughout the park too, ideal for quick pit stops on your days out in Windsor! 

You’ll have over 50 rides to choose from! Little ones will love park classics l How many rides are at LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort?  ike the LEGO® City Driving School and the Spinning Spider, before embarking on a LEGO® City Deep Sea Adventure or exploring Miniland – a model town of famous landmarks made out of Lego! There’s also thrilling live shows like Return to Skeleton Bay and special firework events too, so don’t miss out. 

Most of the rides at LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort are designed for kids aged 3-12, so this Windsor attraction is ideal for family days out in Berkshire!

This unique theme park was built back in 1996, which means LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort has been one of the most popular places to visit in Windsor for over 25 years!

Most days, the Alton Towers Resort is open from 10am to 4pm, so you’ll have plenty of time to enjoy all your favourite rides on days out in Staffordshire. Opening times vary depending on seasons though, so it’s always worth checking the Alton Towers Resort website for the most up to date hours.

Advance tickets for Alton Towers Resort start from £36, and kids under three enter for free! Tickets bought on the day are usually £65, so make sure you plan your trip in advance for the best prices.  

You’ll get to tuck into all kinds of tasty treats around the Alton Towers theme park. There’s the unique Rollercoaster Restaurant – where you can watch your food ride a track right down to your table! – as well as spots like Flambo’s Jambo and The Crooked Spoon. Plus, with shops and snack bars throughout the resort, you and the kids will have plenty of choice.

Buckle up – this Staffordshire attraction has around 40 thrilling rides to discover! For thrill-seekers, there’s Oblivion, Galactica, Rita and more. For family fun, there’s Spinball Whizzer, Enterprise and the Congo River Rapids, to name a few. And for little ones, there’s Sharkbait Reef by SEA LIFE, In The Night Garden Magical Boat Ride, and the Octonauts Rollercoaster Adventure! 

Throughout most of the week, Thorpe Park is open from 10am to 5pm. Keep in mind though that the park may stay open later during events like Fright Night and may close earlier during the winter months. As opening times change throughout the year, make sure you check the official park website for opening hours before your trip.

Thorpe Park ticket prices start from £37 if you book online in advance, and £59 if you pay on the day. Good news if you’re going with little ones – kids under three enter for free!  

When it’s time to fuel up before the next ride, head to dining spots like Inferno's Pizza & Pasta Buffet or the Vibes Bar & Kitchen. There’s also Amity Kebabs if you’re in the mood for something Mediterranean, The Grill if you fancy trying a Currywurst, or The Wilderness Bar & Kitchen for burgers and hot dogs.

From Nemesis Inferno and The Swarm to Colossus and Rush, you won’t be short of thrill rides when you visit the Thorpe Park Resort! There’s more to this attraction than rollercoasters though – relax over at Amity Beach or make a splash on rides like Tidal Wave and Depth Charge before experiencing Derren Brown's Ghost Train.

Chessington World of Adventures Resort is open from 10am to 5pm most weekdays, and 10am to 7pm most weekends. Make sure you check the park’s official website for the most accurate opening times throughout the year!

Day tickets start from £36, while annual passes start from £89. Always try and book in advance for the best prices.

Families spending days out in Chessington can take their pick from themed restaurants like The Vampire Burger Kitchen, the Smokehouse BBQ & Bar, the Captain’s Fish & Chips near Pirate’s Cove, plus many more. If you don’t have time for a sit-down meal between rides, there’s also plenty of places to grab a quick bite to eat or a cup of coffee too!

This attraction has over 40 rides and amusements to enjoy – thrill-seekers can brave rides like Croc Drop, Dragon’s Fury and the Vampire, while little ones will love Seastorm, Elmer’s Flying Jumbos and River Rafts. But there’s more to Chessington World of Adventures Resort than rollercoasters – this popular place to visit near London also has a zoo and a SEA LIFE centre to explore!

Paultons Park and Peppa Pig World are open from 10am to 4:30pm on weekdays, and 10am to 5pm on weekends. Opening hours will vary by season, and the park will be closed on certain days during the winter months, so make sure you check the official Paultons Park website for the most up to date information.  

Individual day tickets start from £39.75, and that’s for entry into both Paultons Park and Peppa Pig World! The park also offers family tickets too, and kids under 1m tall enter for free.

Feed the little ones on days out in Hampshire at spots like Daddy Pig's Cafe or the Queen's Kitchen. You’ll find plenty of other places to eat around Paultons Park too – tuck in at the Wild Forest Family Restaurant or the Route 83 Diner before treating the kids to an ice cream!  

With nine child-friendly rides including Grandpa Pig's Little Train and Peppa's Big Balloon Ride, it’s easy to see why little ones love this mini theme park. Peppa Pig World is just one part of this exciting New Forest attraction though. You’ll find four other themed lands to visit across Paultons Park, offering rollercoasters like Storm Chaser and the Cobra as well as Go Karts and a 4D cinema!

Thinking of visiting Peppa Pig World? This fun mini theme park is aimed at kids aged between one and six. The rest of Paultons Park has plenty to offer older kids too though, so it’s ideal for family days out near the New Forest National Park.

Pink Days run throughout the summer season, and throughout mid-July to late August the park is open from 10:30am to 8pm on Saturdays and Tuesdays, 10:30am – 10pm on Wednesdays, and 10:30am – 6pm on the other days.

Purple Days include most of April and half of June, when the park is open 11am – 6pm.  Green Days include the majority of June when the park is open 11am – 5pm.

Yellow Days the park is open 11am – 4pm.  Make sure you check Fantasy Island’s own website for the most up to date opening times! 

Fantasy Island ticket prices depend on ages and seasons, ranging from £12 on Yellow Days to £20 on Pink Days, so it’s always worth checking the park’s own site for the most accurate costs. This Skegness attraction offers wristbands and I-Cards in different levels depending on height – Discovery, Adventurer and Little Explorer.  

From restaurants like The Olive Tree to the Explorer’s Bar & Coffee Shop, visitors will find plenty of great places to eat in Skegness near this attraction. For the best mix of lunch and amusements, head straight to The Arcade Bar & Café. Or why not embrace being beside the seaside with a visit to Mrs M’s Traditional Fish and Chips instead? 

Fantasy Island has around 30 rides to choose from, divided by three height restrictions. For young kids who fall under the ‘Little Explorers’ group, there’s the Jungle Adventure, Seaquarium and Toucan Tours, to name a few. Adventurers can hop on rides like the Wild River Rapids, The Rhombus Rocket Tree Top Climb, plus many more. Visitors with Discovery tickets have access to all rides across the park, including rollercoasters like The Odyssey, The Millennium and The Guardian. This popular place to visit in Lincolnshire also hosts exciting events and markets too, so you’ll be spoilt for choice here when you’re looking for things to do in Skegness. 

This North Yorkshire attraction is open from 10am to 5pm – plenty of time to enjoy all the best rides and amusements! Opening hours may vary depending on seasons though, so make sure you check the Flamingo Land Resort website when planning your weekend breaks.

Flamingo Land ticket prices start from £34.50 when booked in advance, and £49 if bought on the day. The park is free for kids three and under too! 

You’ll be spoilt for choice when you fancy a bite – Flamingo Land Resort offers everything from fish and chips at the Jolly Sailor 2 Go to American favourites at The Diner. There’s also Curry Express, The Coach House and the Zoo Bar, plus the Muddy Duck Café if you just fancy stopping for a coffee!  

With over 50 exciting rides to choose from, Flamingo Land Resort is a must-visit on family days out in Yorkshire. Thrilling rides and rollercoasters like Mumbo Jumbo, Velocity and Pterodactyl aren’t for the faint-hearted, while Zooom, Twistosaurus and the Lost River Ride will be a hit with families.  

The Flamingo Land Resort is open all year, but between November and March, the main rides close down and the zoo becomes the main attraction! Playgrounds and several small attractions remain open, and the resort still hosts family-friendly meet and greets and shows with the animals.

You can visit Flambards Theme Park between 10am and 5pm on most days of the week. On Pink Days when all attractions are available, last admission into the park is 3pm and rides close at 4:30pm. On Blue Days when only indoor attractions are available – throughout most of the winter months – rides close at 4pm, or 3pm on Fridays. On some days the park even hosts an exciting firework show in the evenings too, so make sure you check the official Flambards Theme Park website and see what’s on offer on the days you plan to visit.  

Flambards Theme Park ticket prices change depending on when you’re visiting. On Pink Days, adult tickets are around £19.95, and child tickets are £14.95. On Blue Days, adult tickets are £9.95, and child tickets are £6.95. Whatever time of year you visit though, kids under 95cm enter for free! 

When you’re looking for places to eat in Helston around this popular theme park, you can either stop for a tea and sandwich at the café or fill up on a tasty burger and chips at Ferdi’s Burger Bar! You’ll see kiosks throughout the park if you fancy a drink or an ice cream too, and why not bring along your own picnic to enjoy in the park?

Take your pick from 20 exciting rides and amusements on days out in Helston! There’s Sky-Force, Thunderbolt and the Hornet Rollercoaster for thrill-seekers, and the Carousel, Dino Express and the Western Mine Train for families! Plus, with indoor attractions like Britain in the Blitz and Victorian Village to explore too, there’s something for all ages!

Gulliver’s Kingdom is usually open from 10:30am to 5pm, except on event days or during the winter months. Make sure you check the Gulliver’s Kingdom website for the most up to date information on opening times.  

Tickets to Gulliver’s Kingdom cost £18 if you book in advance, or £24 if you book less than two days before you plan to visit. Great news for parents with little ones – kids under 90cm get to enter for free!  

Take your pick from three different restaurants split over different areas of the theme park. There’s Tamu Feast in Adventure Land, Canyon Grill in Western World and Happy Haddock in Toyland - ideal if you fancy a classic fish and chips! Alternatively, you could always just enjoy a quick pit stop at Costa Coffee. 

With over 20 rides across six themed zones of the park, you can look forward to exciting days out in Derbyshire at Gulliver’s Kingdom! Whether they’re riding Gully's Magic Bikes in Toyland, Dino Explorer Cars in Dinosaur Kingdom or the Crazy Barrel Ride in Lilliput Land, kids will love all the attractions on offer. The bravest can even take on the Crow’s Nest Quest in Smugglers Wharf!  

Generally, opening hours at Gulliver’s World are 10.30am – 5pm, but it’s always worth checking the theme park’s own website, especially during the winter.  

Gulliver’s World tickets cost £22 when booked in advance, or £28 when booked closer to your trip. Plus, kids under 90cm go for free!  

This fun Warrington attraction has a restaurant to please every palate. There’s Gully’s Grill or Big G Diner for tasty burgers, Lilliput Fryer for classics like fish and chips, Diamond Lil’s for pizzas and hot dogs, plus many more.

From wild rollercoasters like The Antelope Wooden Coaster to fairground classics like the Carousel and Dodgems, there’s plenty to keep you entertained here on days out near Liverpool. Take your pick from over 25 attractions including water rides like Togo Tower and Smuggler's Boating School, as well as family favourites like Gully's Grand Prix, Pirates Cove and the Tree Top Swings.  

Gulliver’s Land usually opens at 10:30am and stays open till 5pm, except on event days or during the winter months. Make sure you check the Gulliver’s Land website for the most up to date opening times.  

Gulliver’s Land tickets are £20 if you book in advance and £26 if you book nearer the time, so make sure you plan ahead. Plus, kids under 90cm go for free!  

Peckish? When you’re looking for places to eat around this top Buckinghamshire attraction, Gulliver’s Land has got you covered. You’ll find the three main restaurants – Gully's Grill, Lilliput Fryer, Ellie's Jackets – at Lilliput Land Castle, as well as a pizza restaurant and Costa Coffee shop on Main Street.

With over 25 rides to choose from, you’ll be spoilt for choice here on days out with the kids in Milton Keynes! Take to the skies on The Whirlwind or the Flying Carpet, get wet on the Jungle River Ride or The Log Flume, and go for a spin on Gulliver's Giant Tea Cups. You’ll even find outdoor play areas, sand digs, and ball pits too.

10:30am to 5pm are the park’s standard opening hours, so you’ll have plenty of time to make the most out of your trip! Head to the Gulliver’s Valley website for the most accurate opening times though, as these can vary depending on season.  

Gulliver’s Valley tickets start from £20 if you book in advance, and £26 if book less than two days before your visit. Plus, kids under 90cm go for free! 

From mouth-watering mains to delicious desserts, Gulliver’s Valley has plenty of dining spots to choose from. Lilliput Theatre Restaurant is perfect for a meal after seeing a show, or why not pop to the Curiosity Café on Lilliput Lane? There’s also Texas Treats, Carousel Kiosk and Mrs P's Sweet Treats!  

Families will have around 30 rides to enjoy here on days out in Rotherham. Thrill-seekers won’t want to miss the Gyrosaur or the Paragliders, families will love the Ghostly Galleon and Blackbeard's Barrels, while little ones will be spoilt for choice with rides like Jurassic Jeeps and the Toyland Ferris Wheel. If that wasn’t enough, the park also offers mini golf courses, play areas and a small farm!