Barry Island Pleasure Park
Major Welsh seaside funfair with UK's tallest thrill ride Aerospace (215ft)
Data last verified on 23 November 2025. Always confirm critical restrictions with the park on the day of your visit.
Quick Stats
- Total Rides:
- 25
- No Restrictions:
- 5
- Adult Price:
- £4
- Child Price:
- £4
- Parking:
- £null
- Updated:
- 23 November 2025
Rides by Height Requirement
All Rides & Attractions
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Ride Name | Type | Height Requirement | Intensity | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Aerospace UK's tallest & fastest thrill ride! 215 feet high (65 meters), spinning at 75mph. 32-seater space machine delivering extreme forces. Added 2022. | Thrill | 140cm alone | Extreme | 2:00 |
Beast Frisbee-style pendulum ride swinging riders to extreme heights. Added 2024. | Thrill | 140cm alone | Extreme | 2:00 |
Chair-o-Planes Classic swing ride lifting riders into the air on chains. | Family | 90cm with adult 110cm alone | Gentle | 2:00 |
Cup & Saucers Spinning teacup ride for younger children. | Family | 100cm alone | Gentle | 1:30 |
Cyclone Steel thrill coaster with tight turns and thrilling drops. Opened 2018. | Coaster | 120cm alone | High | 1:30 |
Disco Fever Dance-themed ride with lights and music. | Family | 100cm with adult 120cm alone | Low | 2:00 |
Dodgems Traditional bumper cars - crash-friendly family fun. | Family | 100cm with adult 120cm alone | Low | 3:00 |
Dragon Challenge Family-friendly kiddie coaster perfect for young riders. Pinfari model, opened 2017. | Coaster | 90cm with adult 110cm alone | Low | 1:00 |
Gallopers Traditional carousel with ornate horses and classic fairground atmosphere. | Family | 120cm alone | Gentle | 3:00 |
Ghost Train Dark ride with spooky surprises and ghostly encounters. Opened 2019. | Dark Ride | 110cm with adult 130cm alone | Medium | 3:00 |
Giant Wheel Classic Ferris wheel offering stunning views over Barry Island and the coastline. | observation | 90cm with adult 120cm alone | Gentle | 4:00 |
Gravitron Centrifugal force ride that pins riders to the wall as it spins. | Thrill | 130cm alone | High | 2:00 |
Hellraiser Intense thrill ride delivering extreme forces. | Thrill | 130cm alone | High | 2:00 |
High Altitude Height-based thrill ride taking riders to new heights. | Thrill | 130cm alone | High | 1:30 |
Mini Jets Smaller version of The Jets for young children. | Family | 90cm with adult 110cm alone | Gentle | 1:30 |
Pirate River (Log Flume) Double drop water ride with pirate theming. Get ready to get wet! Opened 2016. | Water | 110cm with adult 130cm alone | Medium | 3:00 |
Pirate Ship Swinging pirate ship ride. | Family | 100cm with adult 120cm alone | Medium | 2:00 |
Race-o-Rama Racing-themed ride for younger visitors. | Family | 80cm with adult 100cm alone | Gentle | 1:30 |
Runaway Train Kiddie coaster with mine train theming. Opened July 2022. | Coaster | 90cm with adult 110cm alone | Low | 1:00 |
Samba Balloon Balloon-themed gentle spinning ride. | Family | 80cm with adult 100cm alone | Gentle | 1:30 |
Sizzler Spinning thrill ride delivering multiple forces and excitement. | Thrill | 130cm alone | High | 2:00 |
The Jets Themed jet ride that lifts and spins gently. | Family | 100cm with adult 120cm alone | Gentle | 2:00 |
Top Scan Spins in three directions simultaneously, freerolling 20 meters above ground. Previously operated at Lightwater Valley. Added 2021. | Thrill | 140cm alone | Extreme | 2:00 |
Toy Town Toy-themed ride for young children. | Family | 80cm with adult 100cm alone | Gentle | 1:30 |
Waltzer Classic spinning fairground ride where cars spin while the platform rotates. | Family | 100cm with adult 120cm alone | Medium | 3:00 |
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Barry Island Pleasure Park is Wales' premier seaside amusement park, located on the coast at Barry Island in the Vale of Glamorgan, just 10 miles south-west of Cardiff. Founded in 1897 and family-owned by showman Henry Danter since 2015, this traditional funfair features over 25 rides and attractions ranging from gentle children's rides to extreme thrill experiences.
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About the Park
The park opens annually at weekends from Easter and daily during summer school holidays until early September, providing a quintessential British seaside experience.
FREE admission! Barry Island Pleasure Park offers a traditional "pay and play" experience with token-operated rides. The park is home to Aerospace - the UK's tallest and fastest thrill ride at 215 feet (65 meters) spinning at 75mph - alongside classic fairground attractions, family rides, and three roller coasters.
The park opens annually at weekends from Easter and daily during summer school holidays until early September, providing a quintessential British seaside experience.
Family Planning
What Can Your Family Ride?
Limited options for the smallest visitors:
Toddlers and Young Children (Under 90cm)
Limited options for the smallest visitors:
- Inflatable slides
- Trampolines (supervised)
- Selected gentle rides with adult
90-110cm Children
Several attractions become accessible:
- Cup & Saucers (teacups)
- Toy Town
- Flying Boats
- Dragon Coaster (kiddie coaster)
- Funhouse
- Samba Balloon
- Race-o-Rama
110-120cm Young Riders
More family rides open up:
- Runaway Train (kiddie coaster)
- Mini Jets
- Chair-o-planes
- Traditional Carousel
- Pirate Ship (with adult)
120-130cm Independent Riders
Can access most family attractions:
- Cyclone (roller coaster)
- Dragon Challenge (family coaster)
- Waltzer
- Dodgems
- Giant Wheel
- Gallopers
- The Jets
- Disco Fever
130cm+ Thrill Seekers
The major thrill rides become accessible:
- Log Flume (Pirate River - double drop water ride)
- Gravitron (centrifugal force)
- Sizzler (spinning thrill)
- High Altitude
- Hellraiser
- Ghost Train
140cm+ Maximum Thrills
The most extreme attractions:
- Aerospace (UK's tallest/fastest - 215ft, 75mph!)
- Top Scan (spins in three directions, 20m high)
- Beast (Frisbee ride, 2024)
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Ticket Information
Park Admission:
- FREE entry
Individual Rides:
- Token-operated system
- Rides cost 3-4 tokens each (£3-4 per ride)
- Tokens: £1 each
- Purchase at token machines across park or main cash desk
- Cash, contactless, or phone payment accepted
- Tokens valid all year round, non-refundable
Note: No wristband option available - pay per ride only
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Key Features
- UK's Tallest Thrill Ride: Aerospace at 215 feet (65m) spinning 75mph
- Three Roller Coasters: Cyclone, Dragon Challenge, Runaway Train
- Log Flume: Pirate River with double drops
- Top Scan: Spinning in three directions (2021)
- Beast: Frisbee ride added 2024
- Ghost Train: Dark ride experience (2019)
- Giant Wheel: Classic Ferris wheel
- Family-Owned: Henry Danter family since 2015
- Historic: Founded 1897 (128 years!)
- Location: Opposite Barry Island railway station
- Free Entry: Traditional seaside funfair model
Planning Tips
Opening Times
Seasonal Operation:
- Weekends from Easter onwards
- Daily during school summer holidays
- Closes first weekend in September
Hours: Variable, check website before visit
Note: Opening times subject to weather conditions and management discretion
On the Ground
Getting There
Perfect location for easy access:
Perfect location for easy access:
- Address: Friars Road, Barry, CF62 5TR
- Railway: Opposite Barry Island railway station
- From Cardiff: 10 miles south-west (16km)
- Coastal location on Barry Island
- Part of Vale of Glamorgan
Planning Tips
Planning Your Visit
- Best for: All ages, traditional seaside funfair experience
- Unique: UK's tallest thrill ride (Aerospace)
- Pay model: Token-operated, no wristbands
- Cost: £3-4 per ride (budget accordingly)
- Season: Easter to September
- FREE entry: No admission charge
- Transport: Easy rail access from Cardiff
- Beach nearby: Combine with beach day
- Weather: Outdoor park, subject to conditions
- Facilities: Food vendors, token machines throughout
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Aerospace - UK's Record Breaker
- Height: 215 feet (65 meters) - tallest in UK
- Speed: 75mph - fastest in UK
- Capacity: 32 passengers
- Type: Booster ride
- Opened: 2022
- Manufacturer: Space-themed thrill machine
- Experience: Extreme spinning and height
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Sources
Information compiled from:
Information compiled from:
- [Barry Island Pleasure Park Official Website](https://barryislandpleasurepark.wales/)
- [Rides Page](https://barryislandpleasurepark.wales/rides/)
- [Coasterpedia](https://coasterpedia.net/wiki/Barry_Island_Pleasure_Park)
- [Roller Coaster Database](https://rcdb.com/4835.htm)