North Yorkshire, United Kingdom
> 2025 refurbishment: Flamingo Land closed for the whole of the 2025 season for major refurbishment and reopened on 21 March 2026. During the closure the Lost River Ride was rebuilt — a boat ride past African lions and an exclusive UK cape fur seal exhibit, announced as "Lion Coast", though the park still lists it as the Lost River Ride on its own ride restrictions page. It requires 122cm to ride alone, or 99cm with an adult.
Flamingo Land is a combined theme park and zoo in the heart of Yorkshire, offering something for everyone from toddlers to thrill-seeking adults. The park features a 375-acre zoo included with entry.
Park Highlights
Dino-Stone Park
Peter Rabbit themed area perfect for young children, including gentle rides like Twistosaurus and Zooom.
Thrill Zone
Home to intense coasters including Sik (10 inversions), Velocity, and Mumbo Jumbo.
Zoo
Over 140 species including tigers, giraffes, penguins, and sea lions. Shows throughout the day.
Height Breakdown
No Height Requirement With an Adult (14 Rides)
The park's biggest group. Most of these carry a 1.07m minimum to ride alone, but any height can ride with a responsible adult:
- Zooom, Vortex, People Mover, Zoo Monorail, Balloon Race
- Muddy Duck Tractor Ride, Little Monsters Den Of Mischief
- Mischief Mansion (haunted dark ride), Little Monsters Wacky Races
- Jungle Carousel (children only; under 1.07m ride in the elephant or the tea cup)
- Gallopers (1.22m to ride alone)
- Helitoys (0.91m alone, maximum 1.24m)
- HMS Bouncy (no minimum; maximum 1.24m)
- Daktari Express (no restrictions apply)
90-100cm (5 Rides)
Young adventurers:
- Frog Hopper (91cm)
- Splash Battle (91cm)
- Cyclosoar (91cm with an adult, 122cm alone)
- Flamingo 1 (91cm with an adult, 130cm alone)
- Lost River Ride (99cm with an adult, 122cm alone) - rebuilt during the 2025 closure
100-110cm (3 Rides)
Growing explorers:
- Runaway Train (104cm) - great first coaster
- Twistosaurus (105cm)
- Voodoo (107cm with an adult, 122cm alone)
120-130cm (4 Rides)
Growing thrills:
- Mumbo Jumbo (122cm) - beyond vertical drop!
- Pterodactyl (122cm)
- Navigator (122cm)
- Hero (127cm) - flying coaster
130-140cm (2 Rides)
- Kumali (130cm) - inverted coaster
- Cliff Hanger (132cm) - drop tower
Thrill Rides (140cm+) (2 Rides)
Where the intensity lives:
- Sik (140cm) - 10 inversions!
- Velocity (140cm, maximum 198cm) - joint-highest restriction in the park with Sik
Best For
- Toddlers (under 90cm): Good options in Dino-Stone Park
- Young Children (90-110cm): Excellent - many themed rides
- Older Children (110-130cm): Great variety including first big coasters
- Teenagers/Adults (140cm+): World-class coaster collection
Featured Coasters
Sik
10 inversions - one of the most inverting coasters in the world. Only 140cm height restriction means many older children can experience it.
Velocity
Launched coaster reaching 70mph. 140cm minimum height (198cm maximum) - the park's joint-highest requirement alongside Sik.
Mumbo Jumbo
Beyond vertical drop at 112 degrees - was a world record holder. Only 122cm restriction.
Kumali
Inverted coaster with 5 inversions flying over the African-themed area.
Dino-Stone Park Guide
Perfect for young children with Peter Rabbit theming:
Gentle Rides
- Twistosaurus (105cm) - spinning coaster, perfect first experience
- Muddy Duck Tractor - drive tractors around
- Little Monsters Den - soft play adventure
- Zoo Monorail - scenic ride through park
Growing Up Rides
- Zooom (107cm) - suspended kiddie coaster
- Vortex (107cm alone, any height with an adult) - rocking, spinning tugboat
Unique Experiences
Lost River Ride (rebuilt 2026)
Rebuilt during the 2025 closure and announced as "Lion Coast"; the park still lists it as the Lost River Ride. Features an Immersive Superflume system with 360-degree 3D film projection, 4D effects, physical platform drops and dynamic lighting. African-themed boat journey past African lions and an exclusive UK cape fur seal exhibit, with a splashing finale. Family water ride at 99cm with adult / 122cm alone.
Zoo
Over 140 species across 375 acres. Don't miss:
- Tiger territory
- Penguin cove
- Giraffe feeding
- Sea lion shows
Peter Rabbit Adventure
Interactive character meet and greets throughout the day.
Top Tips for Visitors
- Zoo first or last - Cooler times of day, animals more active
- Sik early - Longest queues
- Lost River Ride midday - Good when it's warmest
- Use the app - Check ride wait times
- Pack layers - Yorkshire weather changes quickly
Best Times to Visit
- Quietest
- Weekdays in May and September
- Busiest
- School holidays, sunny weekends
- Events
- Halloween Nights, Christmas events
Facilities
- Multiple restaurants - Including Jungle restaurant
- Zoo gift shop - Animal themed merchandise
- Baby care - Good facilities
- Free parking - Large car parks
- Picnic areas - Designated zones
Getting There
- By Car
- A64 from York (30 mins) or Scarborough (20 mins)
- Parking
- Free
- By Train
- Malton Station then taxi (15 mins)
Age Recommendations
- Under 5 years: Zoo and Dino-Stone Park excellent
- 5-8 years (100-120cm): Great variety
- 8-12 years (120-140cm): Most attractions accessible
- 12+ years (140cm+): Full access to thrills
Money-Saving Tips
- Book online for cheaper tickets
- Season passes for Yorkshire residents
- Under 3s free entry
- Free parking saves money
- Bring picnic lunch