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Pleasurewood Hills

East Anglia's premier theme park with American theming. Features Wipeout looping coaster, Jolly Roger drop tower, and 30+ rides. Perfect seaside location near Great Yarmouth.

Data last verified on 30 August 2026. Always confirm critical restrictions with the park on the day of your visit.

Lowestoft, Suffolk
Leisure Way, Corton

Quick Stats

Total Rides:
30
No Restrictions:
6
Adult Price:
£32
Child Price:
£32
Parking:
£3
Updated:
30 August 2026
Opening Hours
10:00 - 17:00 (seasonal, dynamic pricing, under 90cm free)

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Birds of Paradise

Bird show with parrots and birds of prey.

ShowNo height limitGentle
👨‍👩‍👧
Bumpercar Garage

Classic dodgems.

Family
From 100cm with an adult
From 130cm on their own
Low
👨‍👩‍👧
Carousel

Classic carousel. Under 80cm in gondola with adult, 80-110cm accompanied by adult.

Family
From 110cm on their own
Gentle
👨‍👩‍👧
Chairlifts

Chairlift with views over the park.

Family
From 90cm with an adult
From 125cm on their own
Gentle
👨‍👩‍👧
Egg-Spress

Gentle egg-themed train for youngest visitors.

Family
From 90cm with an adult
From 125cm on their own
Gentle
👨‍👩‍👧
Flying Elephants

Elephant themed flying ride.

Family
From 80cm with an adult
From 110cm on their own
Gentle
👨‍👩‍👧
Funky Flyers

Spinning flying ride for younger children.

Family
From 90cm on their own
Maximum 140cm
Gentle
👨‍👩‍👧
Giddy Up

Bouncing horse ride.

Family
From 90cm with an adult
From 110cm on their own
Gentle
Jolly Roger

Drop tower with views over Suffolk before the plunge.

Thrill
From 140cm on their own
Extreme
👨‍👩‍👧
Kite Flyer

Flying kite themed ride.

Family
From 105cm on their own
Medium
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Lighthouse

Observation tower with views over the park. Min 1.1m, max 1.9m.

Observation
From 110cm on their own
Maximum 190cm
Gentle
🎢
Marble Madness

Spinning coaster with unexpected twists and turns.

Coaster
From 125cm on their own
High
👨‍👩‍👧
Moby Dick

Whale themed ride.

Family
From 90cm with an adult
From 130cm on their own
Gentle
👨‍👩‍👧
Pleasurewood Hills Express

Train ride around the park. Under 1.25m must be accompanied by adult.

Family
From 125cm on their own
Gentle
🎢
Red Apple Run

Family roller coaster for younger riders in Woody's World. Min 1m; guests between 1m and 1.2m must be accompanied by an adult.

Coaster
From 100cm with an adult
From 120cm on their own
Low
Riptide

New for 2026 - 30-metre spinning thrill ride rotating at up to 35mph, the first major addition by new owners Looping Group. Minimum height 1.2m.

Thrill
From 120cm on their own
High
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Rootin Tootin Target Trail

Interactive laser target dark ride through old gold mine. Min 0.8m, under 1.1m with adult.

Dark Ride
From 80cm with an adult
From 110cm on their own
Low
👨‍👩‍👧
Safari

Jeep safari ride. Min 0.8m, under 1.25m with adult.

Family
From 80cm with an adult
From 125cm on their own
Gentle
🎭
Sea Lion Splash

Live sea lion show - popular attraction.

ShowNo height limitGentle
Shiver Me Timbers

Pirate ship swing ride in Pirate Cove.

Thrill
From 100cm with an adult
From 130cm on their own
Medium
👨‍👩‍👧
Up & Away

Balloon rise and fall ride.

Family
From 105cm on their own
Gentle
🎪
Water Fun Factory

Water play area with slides and splash zones.

Play Area
From 90cm with an adult
From 125cm on their own
Gentle
💧
Wavebreaker

Rapids ride with splashing drops - you will get wet!

Water
From 90cm with an adult
From 125cm on their own
Medium
👨‍👩‍👧
Waveswinger

Classic chair swing ride.

Family
From 100cm with an adult
From 120cm on their own
Medium
🎢
Wipeout

The park's signature looping roller coaster with inversion.

Coaster
From 130cm on their own
Extreme
👨‍👩‍👧
Woodland Express

Miniature railway through the woods, past carved stumps and through tunnels. Original ride from 1983.

Family
From 80cm with an adult
From 125cm on their own
Gentle
👨‍👩‍👧
Woody Copters

Helicopter ride in Woody's World.

Family
From 80cm with an adult
From 110cm on their own
Gentle
🎪
Woody's Cub House

Indoor soft play area in Woody's World. Max height 1.5m.

Play AreaNo height limitGentle
👨‍👩‍👧
Woody's Tea Party

Spinning tea cups in Woody's World.

Family
From 80cm with an adult
From 110cm on their own
Gentle
👨‍👩‍👧
Woody's Wheel

36-metre Ferris wheel with views over the park. Guests under 1.4m must be accompanied by an adult.

Family
From 140cm on their own
Gentle

Rides by Height Requirement

6
No Restriction
Perfect for all ages
19
Under 110cm
Great for young children
4
110-140cm
Adventure starts here
1
140cm+
Thrill rides

Location

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Address

Leisure Way, Corton
Lowestoft
NR32 5DZ
United Kingdom
Lat: 52.5264
Lng: 1.7314

Complete Park Guide

Complete Park Guide

Pleasurewood Hills Height Guide

> 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 is expected in April 2026. 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.

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Guide Section

Park Highlights

Western and American themes throughout with Woody Bear mascot.

American Theming

Great Coaster Collection

  • Wipeout (looping coaster)
  • Cannonball Express (mine train)
  • Marble Madness (spinning coaster)

Seaside Location

Close to Great Yarmouth beaches and Norfolk Broads - perfect for holiday combination.

Height Strategy

Height Breakdown

Gentle rides for youngest visitors:

Under 90cm (4 Rides)

  • Carousel
  • Egg-Spress (80cm)
  • Balloon Rays (90cm)

90-120cm (15 Rides)

Core family attractions:

  • Water Fun Factory (90cm with adult)
  • Waveswinger (100cm with adult)
  • Kite Flyer (105cm)
  • Shiver Me Timbers pirate ship (100cm with adult)
  • Cannonball Express mine train (100cm with adult)

120-140cm (7 Rides)

Growing thrills:

  • Marble Madness spinning coaster (120cm)
  • Fireball pendulum (120cm)
  • Wavebreaker rapids (120cm)

140cm+ (4 Rides)

Maximum thrills:

  • Wipeout (130cm, max 195cm) - looping coaster!
  • Jolly Roger (140cm) - drop tower

Planning Tips

Best For

  • Toddlers (under 90cm): Limited but some gentle rides
  • Young Children (90-110cm): Good variety with adult
  • Older Children (110-130cm): Great selection
  • Teenagers/Adults (130cm+): Wipeout and Jolly Roger provide thrills

Guide Section

Themed Areas

Cannonball Express, Rootin Tootin Target Trail, and Western theming.

Wild West

Pirate Cove

Shiver Me Timbers, Jolly Roger, maritime adventures.

Woody's World

Children's area with Woody Bear themed rides.

Planning Tips

Top Tips for Visitors

  1. Arrive early - Wipeout has longest queues
  2. Combine with beach - Great Yarmouth 10 mins away
  3. Check weather - Many outdoor rides
  4. Bring waterproofs - Water Fun Factory area
  5. Season passes - Good value for locals

Planning Tips

Best Times to Visit

Quietest
Weekdays in May and September
Busiest
School holidays, sunny weekends
Events
Halloween, Christmas

Guide Section

Facilities

  • Multiple restaurants - American themed dining
  • Gift shops - Woody Bear merchandise
  • Baby care - Good facilities
  • Parking - £6 on-site
  • Photo points - Major rides

On the Ground

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

Guide Section

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

Planning Tips

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

Where this data comes from

Height requirements for Pleasurewood Hills were read from the park's own published ride information and last checked on 30 August 2026. Parks can change restrictions without notice, so confirm anything your day depends on before you travel.