Kent, United Kingdom
Diggerland Kent is the UK's unique construction-themed adventure park where children can drive real JCBs and diggers! Located in Strood's Medway Valley Leisure Park, this one-of-a-kind attraction features 23 rides and drives using actual construction machinery, plus specially designed rides like Spindizzy and Skyshuttle.
About the Park
Children under 100cm enter FREE! Diggerland operates on an all-inclusive model where one ticket price covers unlimited access to all rides and drives (excludes coin-operated attractions). This makes it exceptional value for families, especially with children just reaching the 100cm threshold.
The park combines real JCB machinery with purpose-built attractions, offering an educational and thrilling day out. Open seasonally from mid-February through October, Diggerland provides a unique experience you won't find anywhere else in the UK.
What Can Your Family Ride?
Key Height Threshold: 100cm - Many machines can be driven solo from 100cm or 110cm; below that most are ridden with an adult. 17 of the 23 rides and drives are open to a child under 100cm (measured with shoes on)
Under 90cm (FREE Entry)
11 rides and drives are open from 80cm (most with an adult), plus:
- Little Tikes Wheelz Play Zone (dirt diggers, dump trucks)
- Indoor soft play area (jumping, bouncing, slides)
- Bouncy castle
- Watching and learning
90-100cm (FREE Entry)
Slightly expanded access:
- Skyshuttle (from 80cm) - lifts to 50 feet for scenic views
- Selected gentle rides with supervision
- Indoor play facilities
- Little Tikes play area
- Important
- Diggerland strongly recommends measuring children before booking. At 99cm, your child gets FREE entry and can still ride 17 of the 23 rides and drives, most with an adult. At 100cm, they pay full price but access most attractions!
100cm+ (Full Access - £25.95 online)
The magic height! Children 100cm+ can access the majority of rides and drives:
- Real Construction Machinery
- JCB 360 Excavators (dig real earth!)
- JCB 180 Excavators
- Dumper Trucks
- Tractors
- Mini Diggers
- Specially Designed Rides
- Spindizzy - spin in a modified digger bucket (100cm+)
- Groundshuttle - telehandler lifts and bounces you (100cm+)
- Sky Shuttle - scenic views from 50ft (80cm+)
- Go-Karts (100cm+ to drive alone, 80cm with adult)
- Dodgems (100cm+ with adult, 140cm alone)
- Land Rovers - off-road driving experience
- Additional Attractions
- Diggerland Train (scenic tour around park)
- Various construction-themed activities
110cm+ Enhanced Experience
Some rides require taller height for solo operation or enhanced experiences.
Adult Supervision
Many rides allow children under height restrictions to participate with adult supervision (aged 18+). Adults can accompany children on most machinery and rides.
Ticket Information
- Pre-Book Online (Best Value)
- Adults & Children 100cm+: £25.95 per person
- Seniors (65+): £12.97 per person
- Children under 100cm: FREE
- Booking fee: £4 per transaction
- Must book by midnight the day before
- Pay on the Day
- Adults & Children 100cm+: £38.00 per person
- Save £12+ by booking online!
- What's Included
- Unlimited access to all rides and drives
- Indoor soft play
- Bouncy castle
- Little Tikes play area
- Not Included
- Coin-operated rides/activities (extra cost)
- Important
- Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable
- Date and park specific
- Children measured with shoes on
- Measure before booking to avoid disappointment!
Key Features
- Unique Concept: Only construction-themed park in UK
- Real Machinery: Drive actual JCB diggers and excavators
- 23 Attractions: Rides and drives
- FREE Under 100cm: Exceptional value for families
- Educational: Learn about construction equipment
- Spindizzy: Spin in modified digger bucket
- Skyshuttle: 50-foot scenic lift
- Groundshuttle: Bouncing telehandler ride
- Indoor Play: All-weather soft play
- FREE Parking: On-site at no charge
- Seasonal: Mid-February to October
Opening Times
- Season
- Open mid-February through October
- Closed November, December, January
- Hours
- Park opens: 10:00 AM
- Typical closing: 17:00 (5:00 PM)
- Hours vary by date
- Season
- Dates are usually released each winter
- Bookings usually open in early January; check the official website for this year's dates
- Note
- Check website for specific opening dates before visiting.
Getting There
Convenient location in Medway Valley:
- Address: Roman Way, Medway Valley Leisure Park, Strood ME2 2NU
- From M2: Exit Junction 2, follow A228 north towards Rochester for 600m, turn right at roundabout into leisure park
- Parking: FREE on-site parking
- By Train: Strood station nearby
- Near: Rochester, Gillingham, Chatham
Planning Your Visit
- Best for: Children 100cm+, construction enthusiasts, ages 3-13
- Duration: 3-5 hours recommended
- Value tip: Book online to save £12+ per person
- Height critical: Measure children with shoes before booking!
- Weather: Outdoor park, some indoor facilities
- Season: Only open Feb-Oct, plan accordingly
- Busy times: School holidays, weekends
- FREE entry: Under 100cm (most rides with an adult)
- Food: Dig Inn Cafe on-site
- Facilities: Toilets, baby change, picnic areas
Height Measurement Policy
- Critical Information
- Children measured with shoes on at entry
- Height restrictions strictly enforced
- 100cm is the key threshold for most rides
- Measure at home before booking
- Tickets non-refundable if child doesn't meet requirements
- View height chart at diggerland.com before booking
Adult Participation
Adults can:
- Supervise children on most rides
- Drive machinery with children
- Participate in many activities
- Senior pricing (65+) available
- Adult-only sessions sometimes available
Unique Experiences
- Drive Real Machinery
This isn't simulated - children actually operate real construction equipment! Under supervision, they can:
- Dig real earth with JCB excavators
- Drive dumper trucks
- Operate mini diggers
- Experience authentic construction work
- Educational Value
- Learn about construction equipment
- Understand safety procedures
- Develop coordination skills
- STEM learning opportunities
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