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Daily Mirror
09-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
'Best' UK theme park is wildly overlooked and tickets are available for just £14
Dianne Bourne went to Gulliver's World with her kids and realised it's one of the best value-for-money family days out in the region For a brilliant family day out, there's one destination that offers exceptional value whilst keeping youngsters thoroughly entertained. Manchester Evening News lifestyle editor Dianne Bourne ventured to Gulliver's World with her children and discovered this theme park is seriously underrated. According to Dianne, the Warrington attraction is "arguably one of the best value-for-money family days out in the region". Daily passes start from just £14 per person, available through "secret sales" on Gulliver's official website. During Dianne's visit on a glorious Sunday at the beginning of school holidays - likely the busiest and most "peak" period possible - day passes were priced at £25 per person, or £16 for afternoon entry, reports the Express. The top 20 'childish' activities that parents secretly adore Blackpool Pleasure Beach makes controversial change to its entry policy She wrote: "Even at £25 per person, I found it to be excellent value, considering the enjoyable full day I spent here with my two children, aged nine and five." Gulliver's frequently gets overshadowed in the theme park hierarchy, especially given its proximity to the enormous Alton Towers. Whilst it might not rival adult thrill-seekers' expectations, Gulliver's targets the family demographic specifically, featuring attractions tailored for ages two to 13. Dianne observed: "I was quite impressed that even during peak times, queue lengths never exceeded thirty minutes for any attraction." Those who haven't been to this Cheshire theme park in a while will be amazed by the fantastic new additions. The standout feature is The Land of Oz, which was Dianne's family's starting point for their day out. This magical new area takes its cues from the much-loved Wizard of Oz story and its unforgettable characters. Dianne said: "Visitors can stroll, or dash as my children did, along a yellow brick road... inevitably humming 'follow the yellow brick road' repeatedly - if you're anything like me." The first sight that greets guests is the Upside Down House, where you can wander around and marvel at the rather puzzling spectacle of it all, before exiting via a huge slide (adults included) at the end. Dianne added: "My younger son was particularly fascinated by the twitching limbs of the Wicked Witch pinned beneath the house." Next to the house is a child-friendly driving experience where little ones think they're in charge - and they'll probably enjoy spotting a munchkin (and other colourful characters) along the forest path. However, the most striking new attraction in this part of the theme park has to be the Winged Monkeys. These creatures from the classic Wizard of Oz have haunted many a dream over the years. Yet here at Gulliver's World, visitors can climb aboard one of these spooky creatures as they glide through the air. The brilliant thing about this attraction is that older kids (and grown-ups) can choose to hit a button to flip upside down for an even more thrilling experience, whilst younger ones can simply enjoy the journey as the monkeys bounce up and down. Dianne revealed: "My nine-year-old dared to try one spin in the monkey before deciding to remain upright for the remainder of the ride, much to my relief." Following all the thrills of the new Land of Oz, Dianne chose to explore Western World and was delighted to discover just a brief queue for one of the most beloved attractions, Apache Falls. She explained: "This ride is a bit of a hybrid between a Rapids ride and a log flume, and one thing's for sure - you're going to get wet. Not that my children minded, they absolutely loved it." Meanwhile, Gully's Cartoon Studios serves as an excellent spot for lunch and features an extra soft play zone inside the restaurant. Dianne noted: "It's these little extras that make a day out like this more manageable for parents, I believe. The soft play provided a distraction for the kids while I queued for our hot food at the takeaway." There's so much on offer that Dianne and her family couldn't experience all the attractions. She commented: "One of the things I adore about Gulliver's World is its compact layout, making it easy to navigate and ensuring everything feels within reach. "The park is also visually appealing, boasting plenty of greenery and a large pool at its centre, home to numerous ducks and moorhens that kept the children entertained during our brief ice cream break." Compared to other family attractions like the Trafford Centre Summer Funfair where Dianne once spent £64 on rides for two children over just two hours, plus an entrance fee of £10.50 for three of them, Gulliver's World (which cost £75 for three) offers incredible value for a full day out. Dianne stated: "I would highly recommend it for anyone looking to entertain children under 12 during the school summer holidays. If you can be flexible with your dates, keep an eye out for those £14 tickets too."
Scottish Sun
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Affordable UK theme park opens new Wizard of Oz themed land with ‘flying monkey' ride
Plus, why one Sun Travel writer prefers Gulliver's to Alton Towers FANTASY LAND Affordable UK theme park opens new Wizard of Oz themed land with 'flying monkey' ride THE Land of OZ has opened at Gulliver's World in Warrington. Inside the theme park are two new rides and a new attraction that will bring to life the world of Dorothy, the Tin Man, the Scarecrow, and the Cowardly Lion. Advertisement 5 There's a new flying monkey ride in the Wizard of Oz land 5 The upside down house is set to be a hit with visitors One of the new Gulliver's attraction is an upside-down house, which is an interactive attraction for families that turns everything on its head — or at least appears that way. There's also a photo opportunity to remember the experience. One of the new rides is the Winged Monkeys which allows visitors to soar through the skies from the Royal Palace of Oz. And the Munchkin Motors ride is a revamped vintage classic. Advertisement With this ride, visitors can drive through the Land of Oz and try to spot much-loved characters along the way. Julie Dalton, managing director of Gulliver's Theme Park Resorts said: 'The Land of Oz area at Gulliver's World in Warrington is a fantastic new area that brings something different and sparks imaginations as visitors follow the yellow brick road.' There are five Gulliver's theme park locations across the UK and a new ride recently arrived at the Matlock Bath site. The theme park in Matlock Bath has announced the addition of a new 'Tree Top Drop' ride. Advertisement Gulliver's Kingdom in the Peak District has more than 30 rides - including this new one. The ride that comes with a word of warning for visitors gives riders an incredible view of the park before suddenly plunging 15 metres. Paulton's Park reveals first look at new £3.5million ride opening next month 5 There's even an Emerald Castle 5 Another new ride was recently added to the Matlock Bath site Advertisement Manufactured by SBF Visa, the ride is the latest addition to the park. Hannah Marsden, resort manager at Gulliver's Kingdom, said: 'We are really excited by the reaction we have had to our new Tree Top Drop ride. "It's definitely not one for the faint-hearted but the views are absolutely fantastic from the top looking down on the whole valley below so not to be missed!" One of our Sun Travel writers recently visited Gulliver's Kingdom, and believes it's still one of the best. Advertisement She even went as far to say her family loves it more than Alton Towers. Milton Keynes is the favourite of her sites, particularly because they have the Dino & Farm Park. She says that it's perfect for anyone not bothered about big name rides and is after theme park staples like a log flume and rollercoasters instead. Another plus side is that families with small children can easily keep their little ones entertained, without having to walk for miles. Advertisement On the theme of parks, this abandoned English theme park is to reopen as an adventure attraction with rides and play zones. And the award-winning UK attraction is set to launch a 'time-travelling theme park' next year.
The Sun
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Affordable UK theme park opens new Wizard of Oz themed land with ‘flying monkey' ride
THE Land of OZ has opened at Gulliver's World in Warrington. Inside the theme park are two new rides and a new attraction that will bring to life the world of Dorothy, the Tin Man, the Scarecrow, and the Cowardly Lion. 5 5 One of the new Gulliver's attraction is an upside-down house, which is an interactive attraction for families that turns everything on its head — or at least appears that way. There's also a photo opportunity to remember the experience. One of the new rides is the Winged Monkeys which allows visitors to soar through the skies from the Royal Palace of Oz. And the Munchkin Motors ride is a revamped vintage classic. With this ride, visitors can drive through the Land of Oz and try to spot much-loved characters along the way. Julie Dalton, managing director of Gulliver's Theme Park Resorts said: 'The Land of Oz area at Gulliver's World in Warrington is a fantastic new area that brings something different and sparks imaginations as visitors follow the yellow brick road.' There are five Gulliver's theme park locations across the UK and a new ride recently arrived at the Matlock Bath site. The theme park in Matlock Bath has announced the addition of a new 'Tree Top Drop' ride. Gulliver's Kingdom in the Peak District has more than 30 rides - including this new one. The ride that comes with a word of warning for visitors gives riders an incredible view of the park before suddenly plunging 15 metres. Paulton's Park reveals first look at new £3.5million ride opening next month 5 5 Manufactured by SBF Visa, the ride is the latest addition to the park. Hannah Marsden, resort manager at Gulliver's Kingdom, said: 'We are really excited by the reaction we have had to our new Tree Top Drop ride. "It's definitely not one for the faint-hearted but the views are absolutely fantastic from the top looking down on the whole valley below so not to be missed!" One of our Sun Travel writers recently visited Gulliver's Kingdom, and believes it's still one of the best. She even went as far to say her family loves it more than Alton Towers. Milton Keynes is the favourite of her sites, particularly because they have the Dino & Farm Park. She says that it's perfect for anyone not bothered about big name rides and is after theme park staples like a log flume and rollercoasters instead. Another plus side is that families with small children can easily keep their little ones entertained, without having to walk for miles. On the theme of parks, this abandoned English theme park is to reopen as an adventure attraction with rides and play zones. And the award-winning UK attraction is set to launch a 'time-travelling theme park' next year. 5
The Irish Sun
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Affordable UK theme park opens new Wizard of Oz themed land with ‘flying monkey' ride
THE Land of OZ has opened at Gulliver's World in Warrington. Inside the theme park are two new rides and a new attraction that will bring to life the world of Dorothy, the Tin Man, the Scarecrow, and the Cowardly Lion. 5 There's a new flying monkey ride in the Wizard of Oz land 5 The upside down house is set to be a hit with visitors One of the new There's also a photo opportunity to remember the experience. One of the new rides is the Winged Monkeys which allows visitors to soar through the skies from the Royal Palace of Oz. And the Munchkin Motors ride is a revamped vintage classic. Read More on Theme Parks With this ride, visitors can drive through the Land of Oz and try to spot much-loved characters along the way. Julie Dalton, managing director of Gulliver's Theme Park Resorts said: 'The Land of Oz area at Gulliver's World in There are five Gulliver's theme park locations across the UK and a new ride recently arrived at the Matlock Bath site. The theme park in Matlock Bath has announced the addition of a new Most read in Family The ride that comes with a word of warning for visitors gives riders an incredible view of the park before suddenly plunging 15 metres. Paulton's Park reveals first look at new £3.5million ride opening next month 5 There's even an Emerald Castle 5 Another new ride was recently added to the Matlock Bath site Manufactured by SBF Visa, the ride is the latest addition to the park. Hannah Marsden, resort manager at Gulliver's Kingdom, said: 'We are really excited by the reaction we have had to our new Tree Top Drop ride. "It's definitely not one for the faint-hearted but the views are absolutely fantastic from the top looking down on the whole valley below so not to be missed!" One of our Sun Travel writers recently visited Gulliver's Kingdom, and believes it's still one of the best. She even went as far to say her family loves it more than Milton Keynes is the favourite of her sites, particularly because they have the Dino & Farm Park. She says that it's perfect for anyone not bothered about big name rides and is after theme park staples like a log flume and rollercoasters instead. Another plus side is that families with small children can easily keep their little ones entertained, without having to walk for miles. On the theme of parks, this abandoned English theme park is to reopen as an adventure attraction with rides and play zones. And the 5 The Land of Oz is now at Gulliver's Theme Park in Warrington
