Paultons Park
Paultons Park is home to Peppa Pig World and 41 rides and attractions spread across 140 acres of beautiful Hampshire parkland. Perfect for families with children aged 1-12, with exceptional value and NO height restrictions on 20 attractions. Valgard: Realm of the Vikings opens May 2026.
Data last verified on 1 March 2026. Always confirm critical restrictions with the park on the day of your visit.
Quick Stats
- Total Rides:
- 41
- No Restrictions:
- 18
- Adult Price:
- £40
- Child Price:
- £40
- Parking:
- Free
- Updated:
- 1 March 2026
All Rides & Attractions
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👨👩👧 Al's Auto Academy Driving school where children aged 6-12 can earn their licence in Tornado Springs. 80cm minimum to board. Children aged 13+ and over 130cm ride as passengers only. | Family | 👥80cm | Low |
👨👩👧 Boulder Dash Dodgems with a dinosaur twist in Lost Kingdom. No minimum height to board with adult. Children under 120cm or under 8 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. | Family | 👤120cm alone | Low |
💧 Buffalo Falls Log flume with splashy drops through the wild west. 90cm minimum to board. Children under 7 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Expect to get wet! | Water | 👥90cm | Medium |
🎢 Cat-O-Pillar Coaster Perfect first roller coaster for young children in Critter Creek. 90cm minimum to board. Children under 8 must ride with a responsible adult. | Coaster | 👥90cm | Low |
⚡ Cyclonator Spinning pendulum ride that swings and spins high above Tornado Springs. 120cm minimum to board; children under 140cm or under 8 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. | Thrill | 👥120cm 👤140cm alone | High |
👨👩👧 Daddy Pig's Car Ride Drive around in Daddy Pig's car — toddler favourite. No height restriction. | Family | No restriction | Gentle |
👨👩👧 Digger Ride Operate your own digger in Critter Creek construction zone. No height restriction. | Family | No restriction | Gentle |
🎢 Dino Chase Family coaster weaving through the dinosaur kingdom — a great first coaster for young children. 85cm minimum to board. Children under 5 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. | Coaster | 👥85cm | Low |
🎢 Drakon Opening May 16 2026! Gerstlauer Euro-Fighter — Paultons Park's first looping coaster in the new Norse-themed Valgard zone. Features beyond-vertical drops and inversions. 125cm minimum. | Coaster | 👥125cm | High |
⚡ Edge Swinging ship that rocks riders back and forth. Closed 7 September 2025 and reopening as part of the Valgard zone in May 2026. 120cm minimum to board; children under 140cm or under 8 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. | Thrill | 👥120cm 👤140cm alone | Medium |
👨👩👧 Farmyard Flyer Gentle flying ride over the farmyard. 90cm minimum to board. Children under 7 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. | Family | 👥90cm | Gentle |
🎢 Flight of the Pterosaur Suspended family coaster where you fly beneath the pterosaur through Lost Kingdom. 100cm minimum to board; children under 120cm or under 8 must ride with adult. Maximum height 204cm. | Coaster | 👥100cm 👤120cm alone ↑Max 204cm | Medium |
👻 George's Dinosaur Adventure The only Peppa Pig World ride with a height restriction. 85cm minimum — children under 110cm ride in the front seat with an adult. Children 110cm and over must ride alone in the rear seat. | Dark Ride | 👥85cm 👤110cm alone | Low |
🎪 George's Spaceship Indoor Playzone Indoor soft play area themed to George's favourite spaceship. No height restriction. | Play Area | No restriction | Gentle |
👻 Ghostly Manor NEW 2025! £3.5m interactive dark ride where families use Phantom Phasers to capture escaped ghosts from Dr. Kinley's haunted manor. 5-minute game-play experience suitable for ages 5+. No height restriction. | Dark Ride | No restriction | Low |
👨👩👧 Grampy Rabbit's Sailing Club Gentle boat ride around the sailing club. No height restriction. | Family | No restriction | Gentle |
👨👩👧 Grandpa Pig's Boat Trip Gentle boat ride around the lake with Grandpa Pig. No height restriction. | Family | No restriction | Gentle |
👨👩👧 Grandpa Pig's Little Train Ride around Peppa Pig World on Grandpa Pig's train. No height restriction. | Family | No restriction | Gentle |
👨👩👧 Kontiki Swinging boat ride. 90cm minimum to board. Children under 7 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. | Family | 👥90cm | Low |
👨👩👧 Miss Rabbit's Helicopter Flight Fly in Miss Rabbit's helicopter over Peppa Pig World. No height restriction. | Family | No restriction | Gentle |
🎪 Mr Potato's Adventure Playground Large outdoor playground in Peppa Pig World with climbing frames. No height restriction. | Play Area | No restriction | Gentle |
🎪 Muddy Puddles Water splash park in Peppa Pig World — bring swimwear! No height restriction. | Play Area | No restriction | Gentle |
👨👩👧 Peppa's Big Balloon Ride Gentle balloon ride giving aerial views of Peppa Pig World. No height restriction. | Family | No restriction | Gentle |
👨👩👧 Pirate Ship Classic pirate ship swinging ride. 90cm minimum to board. Children under 6 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. | Family | 👥90cm | Low |
👨👩👧 Prof. Blast's Expedition Express Miniature train ride through a world of critters and strange experiments. No height restriction. Children under 4 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. | Family | No restriction | Gentle |
🎢 Raven Reopening May 16 2026 as part of Valgard: Realm of the Vikings! Rethemed bobsled coaster (formerly Cobra). Expected restrictions similar to previous ride: 110cm to board, children under 130cm or under 8 with adult. Height restrictions TBC — confirm before visiting. | Coaster | 👥110cm 👤130cm alone | Medium |
👨👩👧 Rio Grande Train Ride Scenic train ride around Tornado Springs with beautiful views. No height restriction. | Family | No restriction | Gentle |
👨👩👧 Seal Falls Gentle water ride past playful seals. No height restriction. | Family | No restriction | Gentle |
👨👩👧 Sky Swinger Chair swing ride lifting riders high above the park. 100cm minimum to board; children under 120cm or under 8 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. | Family | 👥100cm 👤120cm alone | Medium |
🎪 Splash Lagoon Water play area with interactive fountains and splash zones in Lost Kingdom. 90cm minimum. Children under 8 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. | Play Area | 👥90cm | Gentle |
🎢 Storm Chaser Spinning roller coaster with backwards section through Tornado Springs wild west town. 100cm minimum to board; children under 120cm or under 8 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. | Coaster | 👥100cm 👤120cm alone | High |
👨👩👧 Tea Cup Ride Classic spinning teacup ride. 75cm minimum to board. Children under 8 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. | Family | 👥75cm | Gentle |
👨👩👧 The Dinosaur Tour Co. Drive through Lost Kingdom on a Jurassic 4x4 expedition past animatronic dinosaurs. No height restriction. Children under 4 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. | Family | No restriction | Gentle |
👨👩👧 The Queen's Flying Coach Ride Royal flying ride in the Queen's golden coach. No height restriction. | Family | No restriction | Gentle |
👨👩👧 The Victorian Carousel Beautiful double-decker Victorian carousel. No minimum height to board with adult; children under 120cm or under 6 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. | Family | 👤120cm alone | Gentle |
👨👩👧 Trekking Tractors Drive tractors around the farm trail in Critter Creek. 75cm minimum to board (under 75cm ride in rear seat only). Children under 110cm must be accompanied by a responsible adult. | Family | 👥75cm 👤110cm alone | Low |
🎢 Velociraptor Multi-launch roller coaster - the park's most intense thrill ride. 100cm minimum to board (with adult); children under 120cm or under 8 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. | Coaster | 👥100cm 👤120cm alone | High |
👨👩👧 Viking Boats Splashy water ride aboard Viking longboats. No height restriction. Children under 4 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. | Family | No restriction | Gentle |
⚡ Vild Swing Opening May 16 2026! UK's first ART Engineering swing ride — 12m high flat swing ride in the new Valgard Norse zone. 90cm minimum. | Thrill | 👥90cm | Medium |
👨👩👧 Windmill Towers Gently rising and falling windmill ride. 90cm minimum to board. Children under 7 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. | Family | 👥90cm | Low |
👨👩👧 Windy Castle Gentle bouncing castle towers in Peppa Pig World. No height restriction. | Family | No restriction | Gentle |
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Complete Park Guide
Complete Park Guide
Paultons Park & Peppa Pig World Height Guide
Paultons Park, home to the world-famous Peppa Pig World, is widely regarded as the UK's best family theme park for younger children. With 41 rides and attractions spread across 8 themed areas including Tornado Springs, Lost Kingdom, and Critter Creek, Paultons offers unparalleled fun for families with children aged 1-12.
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Why Paultons Park is Perfect for Young Families
- 20 attractions with NO height restrictions — babies and toddlers welcome!
- Children under 1 meter FREE admission (worth £40!)
- FREE parking (saves £10-15 vs other parks)
- No overwhelming thrill rides — family-focused atmosphere
Height Strategy
Height Restrictions Overview
Paultons operates a generous height system, with most rides accessible from 90cm with an accompanying adult.
Paultons operates a generous height system, with most rides accessible from 90cm with an accompanying adult.
No Height Restriction (20 Attractions)
All 8 Peppa Pig World rides (except George's Dinosaur Adventure), plus Rio Grande Train, Seal Falls, Ghostly Manor, Digger Ride, Boulder Dash, Muddy Puddles, Mr Potato's Adventure Playground, George's Spaceship Playzone, The Dinosaur Tour Co., The Victorian Carousel (under 120cm with adult), Prof. Blast's Expedition Express, and Viking Boats.
Under 90cm Minimum (5 Rides)
- Tea Cup Ride: 75cm minimum (under 8 with adult)
- Trekking Tractors: 75cm minimum — under 75cm ride in rear seat only; under 110cm with adult
- Al's Auto Academy: 80cm minimum — driving school, ages 6–12 drive
- George's Dinosaur Adventure: 85cm minimum — under 110cm ride in front seat with adult; 110cm+ ride alone in rear seat
- Dino Chase: 85cm minimum — kids' coaster through Lost Kingdom (under 5 with adult)
90cm Minimum (8 Rides)
- Cat-O-Pillar Coaster: 90cm — perfect first coaster in Critter Creek (under 8 with adult)
- Buffalo Falls: 90cm — log flume (under 7 with adult)
- Windmill Towers: 90cm (under 7 with adult)
- Farmyard Flyer: 90cm (under 7 with adult)
- Splash Lagoon: 90cm water play area (under 8 with adult)
- Kontiki: 90cm swinging boat (under 7 with adult)
- Pirate Ship: 90cm (under 6 with adult)
- Vild Swing: 90cm — UK's first ART swing ride, opening May 2026
100cm Minimum (4 Rides)
- Flight of the Pterosaur: 100cm with adult / 120cm alone — suspended family coaster (max 204cm)
- Storm Chaser: 100cm with adult / 120cm alone — spinning coaster with backwards section
- Velociraptor: 100cm with adult / 120cm alone — multi-launch coaster, park's most intense
- Sky Swinger: 100cm with adult / 120cm alone — chair swing ride
110cm Minimum (1 Ride)
- Raven: 110cm with adult / 130cm alone — rethemed bobsled coaster, reopening May 2026 as part of Valgard
120cm+ Minimum (3 Rides)
- Cyclonator: 120cm with adult / 140cm alone — spinning pendulum ride in Tornado Springs
- Edge: 120cm with adult / 140cm alone — swinging ship, reopening May 2026 as part of Valgard
- Drakon: 125cm minimum — park's first inverting coaster (Euro-Fighter), opening May 2026
Guide Section
What Makes Paultons Park Special
The world's first and ONLY Peppa Pig theme park features:
Peppa Pig World (9 Rides)
The world's first and ONLY Peppa Pig theme park features:
8 Rides with NO Height Restriction:
- Peppa's Big Balloon Ride
- Daddy Pig's Car Ride
- Grandpa Pig's Little Train
- Grandpa Pig's Boat Trip
- Windy Castle
- Miss Rabbit's Helicopter Flight
- The Queen's Flying Coach Ride
- Grampy Rabbit's Sailing Club
1 Ride with 85cm Minimum:
- George's Dinosaur Adventure (under 110cm with adult in front seat)
Themed Worlds Beyond Peppa
Tornado Springs (Wild West theme)
- Storm Chaser (100cm with adult / 120cm alone — spinning coaster)
- Cyclonator (120cm with adult / 140cm alone — pendulum ride)
- Al's Auto Academy (80cm — driving school, ages 6–12)
- Buffalo Falls (90cm — log flume)
- Rio Grande Train Ride (no restriction)
- Plus more attractions
Lost Kingdom (Dinosaur theme)
- Flight of the Pterosaur (100cm with adult / 120cm alone — suspended coaster)
- Dino Chase (85cm — kids' family coaster)
- Velociraptor (100cm with adult / 120cm alone — multi-launch coaster)
- The Dinosaur Tour Co. (no restriction — 4x4 expedition ride)
- Boulder Dash (no restriction — bumper cars, under 120cm with adult)
- Splash Lagoon (90cm — water play area)
Critter Creek (Animal theme)
- Cat-O-Pillar Coaster (90cm family coaster)
- Farmyard Flyer (90cm)
- Digger Ride (no restriction)
- Trekking Tractors (75cm)
- Prof. Blast's Expedition Express (no restriction)
Valgard: Realm of the Vikings (Opening May 2026!) - NEW!
- Legendary new Viking-themed land coming soon
- Multiple new attractions celebrating Viking heritage
- Details to be announced
Viking Village, Little Africa, Peppa Pig World, Tornado Springs and more!
Height Strategy
Tips for Visiting with Different Heights
Focus on Peppa Pig World (8 of 9 rides have no restriction), Rio Grande Train, Seal Falls, Ghostly Manor, Boulder Dash, Digger Ride, The Dinosaur Tour Co., Prof. Blast's Expedition Express, Viking Boats, Victorian Carousel, and all the soft play zones.
Under 75cm (FREE Entry) Focus on Peppa Pig World (8 of 9 rides have no restriction), Rio Grande Train, Seal Falls, Ghostly Manor, Boulder Dash, Digger Ride, The Dinosaur Tour Co., Prof. Blast's Expedition Express, Viking Boats, Victorian Carousel, and all the soft play zones.
75cm–84cm Trekking Tractors and Tea Cup Ride open up at 75cm. Al's Auto Academy opens at 80cm. You'll have access to 23 of the park's 41 attractions.
85cm–89cm George's Dinosaur Adventure and Dino Chase both open up at 85cm. You'll now have access to 25 of the park's 41 attractions.
90cm–99cm Now over half the park is accessible. Cat-O-Pillar Coaster, Buffalo Falls, Windmill Towers, Farmyard Flyer, Kontiki, Pirate Ship, Splash Lagoon, and Vild Swing all open at this milestone.
100cm (FREE Entry No Longer, but big jump in access) Flight of the Pterosaur, Storm Chaser, Velociraptor, and Sky Swinger all become accessible with adult accompaniment — a big leap. Now 37 of 41 attractions are accessible.
120cm+ (Near Full Access) Storm Chaser, Flight of the Pterosaur, and Velociraptor can all now be ridden independently. Cyclonator opens up too (120cm minimum with adult).
125cm+ (Full Park Access from May 2026) Drakon, the park's first inverting coaster, opens at 125cm. Combined with Cyclonator and Edge (both 120cm with adult), the full park is accessible.
Family Planning
Height Comparison: Why Paultons Wins for Young Families
| Park | Rides with NO Restriction | Free Entry For |
| Park | Rides with NO Restriction | Free Entry For | |------|---------------------------|----------------| | Paultons Park | 20 | Under 1m | | Alton Towers | 8 | Under 90cm | | LEGOLAND Windsor | 28 | Under 90cm | | Chessington | 8 | No free entry | | Thorpe Park | 1 | No free entry |
Paultons also has exceptional accessibility for the under-90cm range — 25 of 41 attractions are accessible to children under 90cm with an adult.
Planning Tips
Money-Saving Tips
- Free admission under 1m: Huge saving of £40 per child!
- FREE parking: Saves £8-15 vs other parks
- Book online: Save £15 per person vs gate prices
- Annual passes: From £155 - pays for itself in 2 visits
- Grandparent Pass: £98 for grandparents (age 60+)
- No premium FastTrack: All queues move quickly, saving you £15-30
- Unlimited re-rides: No separate charges or premium experiences
Planning Tips
Best Times to Visit
Quietest:
- Term-time weekdays (except Wednesdays which can be busy with school groups)
- January-March
- September-October weekdays
Busiest:
- Summer holidays (July-August)
- Weekends in spring/summer
- Half-term weeks
Special Events:
- Easter Egg Hunt (March/April)
- Summer Holidays activities
- Hal low-Fest (October)
- LEGO Brick or Treat (October)
Family Planning
Facilities for Young Families
- Baby Care Rooms: 4 locations across park
- Height Measuring Points: At entrance and throughout park
- Pushchair-Friendly: Wide paths and ample parking at rides
- Rider Switch: Parent swap service at all major rides
- Lost Children Point: Guest Services
- Clean Facilities: Consistently rated as UK's cleanest theme park
- Accessibility: Excellent wheelchair access throughout
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Food and Dining
Very reasonably priced compared to other parks:
Very reasonably priced compared to other parks:
- Kids meals: £5-7
- Adult meals: £8-11
- Snacks: £2-4
- Hot drinks: £2.50-3.50
Dining Options:
- The Orangery (largest restaurant)
- Peppa Pig World restaurant
- Various snack bars and cafes throughout park
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What's New
£3.5m interactive dark ride where families use Phantom Phasers to capture escaped ghosts from Dr. Kinley's haunted manor. 5-minute experience with pre-show, suitable for ages 5+. No height restriction!
Ghostly Manor (Opened May 2025) £3.5m interactive dark ride where families use Phantom Phasers to capture escaped ghosts from Dr. Kinley's haunted manor. 5-minute experience with pre-show, suitable for ages 5+. No height restriction!
Coming May 16 2026: Valgard — Realm of the Vikings Paultons' largest investment to date (£12m) featuring:
- Drakon (125cm) — Park's first inverting Euro-Fighter coaster with UK's first zero-g stall
- Vild Swing (90cm) — UK's first ART Engineering swing ride, 12m high
- Raven (110cm with adult / 130cm alone) — rethemed bobsled coaster
- Edge (120cm with adult / 140cm alone) — swinging ship, relocated within park
- Themed restaurant and Viking village playground
On the Ground
Getting There
By Car:
- M27 Junction 2, follow signs to Paultons Park
- Free parking on-site (advance booking recommended in peak season)
- Sat Nav: SO51 6AL
By Train:
- Southampton Airport Parkway or Southampton Central
- Taxi approximately 15 minutes (£20-25)
By Bus:
- Limited public transport - car recommended
Planning Tips
Opening Times
Open daily during school holidays:
Open daily during school holidays:
- Peak season: 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
- Mid season: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Low season: 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Closed during January for annual maintenance.
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Nearby Accommodations
- Lime Wood Hotel: Luxury 5-star, 15 minutes
- Premier Inn Southampton West: Budget-friendly, 20 minutes
- Holiday Inn Southampton: Family rooms, 20 minutes
- Forest Park B&B: Charming local B&B, 10 minutes
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Final Thoughts
Paultons Park is, without question, the best UK theme park for families with young children. Here's why:
Paultons Park is, without question, the best UK theme park for families with young children. Here's why:
✅ 20 rides with NO height restriction — more than most UK parks ✅ 25 of 41 attractions accessible under 90cm with adult ✅ FREE admission for children under 1 meter (saves £40!) ✅ FREE parking (saves £10-15) ✅ Peppa Pig World (world's only Peppa Pig theme park) ✅ Clean, well-maintained, and never too crowded ✅ No overwhelming thrill rides — perfect family atmosphere
Who is it best for?
- Families with children aged 1-10
- Parents with toddlers (under 5)
- Anyone seeking a relaxed, family-friendly day out
- Peppa Pig fans (obviously!)
Who might prefer other parks?
- Teenagers seeking intense thrills (visit Thorpe Park or Alton Towers instead)
- Adults without children (not enough thrill rides)
Value for money? Absolutely exceptional. When you factor in:
- Free admission for under 1m children
- Free parking
- 20 no-restriction rides
- Generally lower food prices than competitors
Paultons offers the best value of any UK theme park for families with young children.
Annual Pass Worth It? At £155, the Essential Pass pays for itself in just 2 visits. If you live within 90 minutes, it's a no-brainer.
For the most up-to-date information on new attractions, opening times, and special events, visit the official Paultons Park website before your visit.
