Local Attractions – Theme Parks & Zoo’s – Drayton Manor & Zoo
Drayton Manor Park is home to some of the biggest wettest and scariest rides around with Shockwave, Europes first stand up roller coaster, Stormforce 10, with a backwards water drop and Apocalypse voted the scariest ride in the Uk by Channel 4′s The Gadget Show.
Ben 10 Ultimate Mission
New for 2011 is Ben 10 Ultimate Mission the ride, Ben needs you to stop Vilgax from stealing the Omnitrix and the only way is to board the “Mecha Vehicle”, Good luck on your mission!
Thomas Land
For the first time in Europe, Thomas and his friends will have their very own home at Drayton Manor Park. Families can experience the magic of Sodor and interact with their favourite characters as never before. Set in 6,000 square metres of beautiful parkland, Thomas Land is a multi-million pound attraction promising fun and adventure for the young and young at heart. It boasts 12 wonderful themed rides, a spectacular indoor play area and a shop filled with fantastic Thomas & Friends merchandise. It’s full steam ahead to Thomas Land at Drayton Manor Park
Drayton Manor Zoo
15 acres of open plan zoo are home to over one hundred species from all over the world, including 12 rare breeds. Drayton Manor Zoo is a fascinating place to explore big cats, reptiles, eagles, monkeys, owls, parrots, and the children’s farm – plus an exotic creature reserve. At Drayton Manor Zoo we are striving to conserve rare and endangered species whilst providing a living classroom for conservation, recreation, research and education
4D Cinema
New for 2011 is Marvin the Martian in the 3rd Dimension, join us for an Out- Of- This World 4D experience.
Awards
BEST UK ATTRACTION FOR CHILDREN – Group Leisure awards 2010
OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTION TO TOURISM – Heart of England
Excellence in Tourism Awards (West Midlands region) 2009
BEST UK ATTRACTION FOR CHILDREN – Group Leisure awards 2009
UK ATTRACTION OF THE YEAR – Coach Tourism Awards 2009
LARGE VISITOR ATTRACTION OF THE YEAR – Gold Award (Excellence in Tourism Awards 2008)
BEST UK VALUE DESTINATION – Winner (Group Leisure 2007)
LARGE VISITOR ATTRACTION OF THE YEAR – Silver Award (Excellence in Tourism Awards 2007)
BEST UK ATTRACTION – Winner (Group Leisure 2006) UK ATTRACTION OF THE YEAR – Winner (Coach Tourism 2006)
Another ideal attraction to visit while on Holiday at Paddock House Farm Holiday Cottages.
Luxury Self Catering Holiday Cottage Accommodation within the most beautiful parts of the Derbyshire Peak District National Park.
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