Go exploring at Lightwater Valley
Based in North Yorkshire, Lightwater Valley Theme Park has dozens of rides and attractions to suit all kinds of preferences. This park is brimming with fun, from rides that’ll take your breath away, to the more gentle experiences, Lightwater Valley has an array of interactive attractions to engage the whole family. When signing up for Kids Pass, you can enjoy this experience at a discounted rate. It’s not just Lightwater Valley you will receive discount codes for, but a range of other top UK attractions you may decide to visit following signing up for Kids Pass!
Must dos
Rides and attractions
With dozens of rides and attractions at Lightwater Valley Theme Park, from captivating water rides to immersive rollercoasters anyone who has a go on one of these rides is bound to step off wanting more.
Go Safari
Lightwater Valley has some brand new rides that make up the Go Safari area. You can get lost in the exotic wonders of Africa as you fly on Elephant Flight or bounce around on the Jumping Kangaroos. Go ahead and step aboard the Savannah Express for an exciting safari experience.
Children’s play
This park isn’t just about room-spinning rides, with an abundance of play areas for children and parents to enjoy. The Tree-top Trails allow you and your family to explore the world from above the trees, perfect for your little monkeys. For younger visitors, the Outdoor Play area has the potential to entertain for hours as children can slip through slides, crawl up climbing walls and wander through string walkways.
What indoor attractions do they have?
If you or your little ones are more accustomed to the indoors, or the day hits a rainy spell, then Lightwater Valley has a couple of choices for indoor activities. Jester's Jungle Fun Indoor Play allows your little ones to have fun in the forest as they run, crawl and climb their way around this indoor play area. There’s also a soft play area so children anywhere between the ages of 1-7 don’t have to miss out on the fun!
What other facilities are there?
Food and drink
After a long day of exhilaration, the whole family will have worked up quite an appetite! Lightwater Valley Theme Park has an array of food stalls to fill those hungry tummies! Whether you want pizza or paninis, hot dogs or candyfloss, you can have a satisfying meal or a tantalizing treat. Picnics are also welcome on-site if you would prefer!
Gift Shop
Why not take a souvenir home to cherish the great day you have all spent together as a family? Lightwater Valley has a range of items you can pick up from the gift store from soft safari toys and stationery to sweet treats to nibble on the car journey home. You can also pick up a photo of yourself and your family on your favourite ride, for a good giggle at the silliest face!
What age group is Lightwater Valley suitable for?
Anyone is welcome at Lightwater Valley Theme Park, however, the park might be best enjoyed by children between the ages of 3 and 14 years. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult and some rides and children’s play areas have age and height restrictions.
What should you take with you and why?
A raincoat or poncho may be useful for water rides, or if the weather takes a soggy turn. Any other essentials that you need can be brought with you, however, travelling light is usually the best option to fully enjoy the experience freely!
When is the best time to visit?
Lightwater Valley Theme Park is open every weekend from Spring through until Autumn so you have plenty of time to visit through these months. The theme park is closed during the winter months. If it rains on your visit, there’s no need to worry as there are indoor activities to enjoy! Do note that opening times may vary and it’s best to view the website to keep up to date.
What else can you do in the area?
A few miles down the road from this theme park is the quaint cathedral town of Ripon which you and the family can wander around. Fountains Abbey is only a twenty-minute drive from Lightwater Valley. These monastic ruins and gardens are absolutely beautiful for anyone to appreciate. The nearby main A-road, the A1M, can also take you to some gorgeous locations such as Harrogate, Knaresborough and York.
