Leicestershire, United Kingdom
Twinlakes Park is a family-focused theme park spread over 100 acres in the Leicestershire countryside. With 47 rides and attractions, farm animals, and extensive indoor play, it's perfect for young families. Children under 95cm enter FREE, making it budget-friendly for families with toddlers.
Park Highlights
Free for Under 95cm
Toddlers and young children under 95cm height get completely free entry.
Lots of No-Restriction Attractions
19 attractions everyone can enjoy together - trains, carousels, soft play areas, farm animals, and more.
Extensive Indoor Play
Multiple indoor soft play areas including Gladiators Colosseum, Master Blaster, and age-specific areas for toddlers.
Farm Animals & Falconry
Meet friendly farm animals and watch birds of prey demonstrations.
Height Breakdown
No Height Restriction
Perfect for all ages - 19 attractions, including:
- Iron Mouse Express Train (under 95cm with adult)
- Pedalo Boats (under 140cm with adult)
- Mini Karts (under 6 years) / Indy Karts (6–14 years)
- Master Blaster Indoor Play
- Mystic Mirror Maze
- Multiple soft play areas (Dolphin, Cupids, Tumblers, Cherubs)
- Red Rooster Zoo Farm & Phoenix Bird of Prey Center
- Black Knights Castle, Fantasy Castle, Prairie Pete's City
80cm+ (7 Rides)
First rides for little ones:
- Dragon Flight (80cm–140cm max)
- Spinning Spiders (80cm–140cm max)
- Pegasus Parade (80cm–140cm max)
- Mariners Merry-Go-Round (80cm–140cm max)
- Sunken Bonny's Pirate Adventure (80cm–106cm with adult)
- Rio Grande Train (80cm–110cm with adult)
- Jumpin' Pillows (85cm)
90cm+ (12 Rides)
Growing confidence:
- Mercury Mini Coaster (90cm–120cm with adult)
- Rum Runner Coaster (95cm–120cm with adult)
- Jesters Revenge (90cm–120cm with adult)
- Spinning Barrels (90cm–110cm with adult)
- Joust A-Bout (90cm–110cm with adult)
- Captain Hook's Clockwork Wheel (90cm–140cm)
- Taxi Quay Largo (90cm–140cm)
- Bumper Boats (90cm–140cm)
- Pilgrim Pedallers (95cm–140cm with adult)
- Gladiators Colosseum Play Area (90cm–110cm with adult)
- Davey Jones Barrel Run (90cm–120cm with adult)
- Lost Boy's Stormy Sloop (90cm–140cm)
100cm+ (6 Rides)
More adventures:
- Buffalo Stampede coaster (100cm)
- Gladiators Galleon pirate ship (100cm–120cm with adult)
- Icarus Sky Flyer (105cm–120cm with adult)
- Dragon Falls Log Flume (100cm–120cm with adult)
- Shark Bite (100cm)
- Roller Skating Rink (100cm–130cm with adult)
110cm+ (2 Rides)
Getting taller:
- Trauma Tower drop ride (110cm)
- Summit Plummet Toboggan (110cm–200cm max)
120cm+ (1 Ride)
Park's biggest thrill:
- The Excalibur (120cm–130cm with adult) — tallest swing ride
Best For
- Toddlers (under 95cm): EXCELLENT - FREE entry, 26 rides and attractions open even below 90cm
- Young Children (95-110cm): Perfect! Park designed for this age
- Older Children (110-130cm): Great variety including coasters and thrills
- Families: Excellent value with something for everyone
Featured Attractions
Buffalo Stampede
Powered family coaster with twists and turns through wild west theme. 100cm minimum. Opened 2007.
Rum Runner (New 2018)
Spinning roller coaster with family-friendly thrills. 95cm with adult, 120cm alone.
The Excalibur
Park's tallest and most thrilling swing ride with panoramic views. 120cm minimum (under 130cm with adult).
Dragon Falls Log Flume
Classic log flume perfect for summer days. 100cm with adult, 120cm alone.
Icarus Sky Flyer
Kite flyer ride soaring through the air. 105cm with adult, 120cm alone.
Themed Areas
Buccaneers Island
Pirate-themed area with Rum Runner coaster and Gladiators Galleon.
Labyrinth Venture
Mercury Mini Coaster, Icarus Sky Flyer, Roller Skating Rink, and the Mystic Mirror Maze.
Farm Area
Red Rooster Zoo Farm and Phoenix Bird of Prey Center included with entry.
Pricing System
- Variable pricing by date
- Adults/Children 108cm+: From £21 (save 25% online)
- Children 95-108cm: From £15 (save 25% online)
- Under 95cm: FREE
- No family tickets - priced per person
- Annual passes available - unlimited visits
Top Tips for Visitors
- FREE for under 95cm - Excellent value for families with toddlers
- Book online - Save 25% vs gate prices
- Multiple indoor play areas - Perfect for rainy days
- 15-minute train ride - Iron Mouse Express, great way to see the park
- Roller Skating Rink - Indoor skating for 100cm+
Best Times to Visit
- Quietest
- Weekdays in term time, especially off-peak (blue) dates
- Busiest
- School holidays, weekends in peak season
- Best value
- Off-peak dates online - significant discounts
Facilities
- Multiple food outlets - Family menus available
- FREE parking - All-day parking at no extra cost
- Farm animals - Included with entry
- Phoenix Bird of Prey - Daily demonstrations
- Baby care - Good facilities throughout
- Indoor soft play - Gladiators Colosseum Play Area (90cm min), Master Blaster, and toddler-specific areas
- Picnic areas - Throughout the 100-acre park
Getting There
- By Car
- M1 Junction 23 or A1 via Grantham, then A606 to Melton Mowbray (FREE parking)
- By Train
- Melton Mowbray Station, then taxi (5 miles)
- From Leicester
- 30 minutes by car
- From Nottingham
- 30 minutes by car
Age Recommendations
- Under 3 years (under 95cm): EXCELLENT - FREE entry, 26 rides and attractions open even below 90cm
- 3-6 years (95-110cm): Perfect age! Coasters, log flume, loads of rides
- 6-10 years (110cm+): Great variety including all major attractions
- 10+ years: Good selection, though may want bigger thrills as teenagers
Money-Saving Tips
- Under 95cm FREE - Huge saving for toddler families
- Book online - Always 25% cheaper than gate
- Annual pass - Great value for locals (Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire families)
- Free parking - No hidden costs
- All-inclusive - Water park, farm, falconry included
- Off-peak dates - Cheapest tickets on blue calendar dates
Important Restrictions
- Groups Policy
- Groups must include at least one child (up to age 14) and one adult (18+). Groups with no children not permitted.
Special Features
Over 100 Acres
Plenty of space to explore, picnic, and relax between rides.
Farm & Falconry Included
Unlike many parks, animal experiences are included with entry - no extra charges.
Indoor Entertainment
130,000+ sq ft of indoor play means fun in all weathers.
Historic Railway
15-minute journey on the Iron Mouse Express Train around the park and lakes.