Suffolk, United Kingdom
> New Ownership & Expansion Plans: Pleasurewood Hills was acquired by Premier Attractions Ltd (the Stokes family) in October 2024. The new owners have submitted a planning application for four new rides: a Star Flyer (30m), a Spinning Coaster, an Apple Coaster, and a Big Wheel (36m). A planning decision was expected in April 2026; check the park's website for the outcome. If approved, these rides would significantly expand the park's thrill offering.
Pleasurewood Hills is East Anglia's largest theme park with American theming and a great mix of family and thrill rides. Located near Lowestoft and Great Yarmouth, it's perfect for a seaside holiday combined with theme park thrills.
Park Highlights
American Theming
Western and American themes throughout with Woody Bear mascot.
Great Coaster Collection
- Wipeout (looping coaster)
- Red Apple Run (family coaster)
- Marble Madness (spinning coaster)
Seaside Location
Close to Great Yarmouth beaches and Norfolk Broads - perfect for holiday combination.
Height Breakdown
Under 90cm
Gentle rides for youngest visitors - 12 rides, most with an adult:
- Carousel and Woody's Wheel (no height restriction)
- Flying Elephants, Woody Copters and Woody's Tea Party (80cm with adult)
- Woodland Express and Safari (80cm with adult)
90-120cm (14 Rides)
Core family attractions:
- Water Fun Factory (90cm with adult)
- Egg-Spress (90cm with adult)
- Wavebreaker rapids (90cm with adult, 125cm alone)
- Waveswinger (100cm with adult)
- Kite Flyer (105cm)
- Shiver Me Timbers pirate ship (100cm with adult)
- Red Apple Run family coaster (100cm with adult, 120cm alone)
120-140cm (3 Rides)
Growing thrills:
- Riptide (120cm)
- Marble Madness spinning coaster (125cm)
- Wipeout (130cm) - looping coaster!
140cm+ (1 Ride)
Maximum thrills:
- Jolly Roger (140cm) - drop tower
Best For
- Toddlers (under 90cm): Good - 12 rides, most with an adult
- Young Children (90-110cm): Good variety with adult
- Older Children (110-130cm): Great selection
- Teenagers/Adults (130cm+): Wipeout and Jolly Roger provide thrills
Featured Attractions
Wipeout
The park's signature ride - looping roller coaster with inversion. 130cm minimum. The most intense ride.
Jolly Roger
Drop tower providing stunning views before the plunge. 140cm minimum.
Marble Madness
Spinning coaster with surprises. 125cm minimum.
Red Apple Run
Family roller coaster in Woody's World. 100cm with adult, 120cm alone.
Themed Areas
Wild West
Rootin Tootin Target Trail and Western theming.
Pirate Cove
Shiver Me Timbers, Jolly Roger, maritime adventures.
Woody's World
Children's area with Woody Bear themed rides.
Top Tips for Visitors
- Arrive early - Wipeout has longest queues
- Combine with beach - Great Yarmouth 10 mins away
- Check weather - Many outdoor rides
- Bring waterproofs - Water Fun Factory area
- Season passes - Good value for locals
Best Times to Visit
- Quietest
- Weekdays in May and September
- Busiest
- School holidays, sunny weekends
- Events
- Halloween, Christmas
Facilities
- Multiple restaurants - American themed dining
- Gift shops - Woody Bear merchandise
- Baby care - Good facilities
- Parking - £6 on-site
- Photo points - Major rides
Getting There
- By Car
- A12 to Lowestoft, follow signs (parking £6)
- By Train
- Lowestoft Station, then taxi (10 mins)
- From Great Yarmouth
- 15 minutes by car
Age Recommendations
- Under 5 years: Limited options but Woody's World good
- 5-8 years (100-120cm): Good variety unlocked
- 8-12 years (120-140cm): Most rides accessible
- 12+ years (140cm+): Full access including Jolly Roger
Money-Saving Tips
- Book online for discounts
- Season passes for multiple visits
- Combine with beach day - free!
- Bring picnic lunch
- Look for 2-for-1 offers