• Added: 21st of August 2008
• Area: Dagenham
• Category: Sports and Leisure

Dagenham RM9 6XW

mummyno4 said
Fantastic Swimming Pool
Gorsebrook leisure centre is where I usually take my children to go swimming as it is local and good value. As you enter through the automatic doors you see the main desk were you can pay your admission to the pool. When you enter into the pool area there are plenty of changing rooms including single units and also family units, which are very spacious. There are lockers that cost 20p although this is refunded to you when you return, the keys can attach to your leg or arm so that hey tare secure when you are in the pool.

We found the pool to be quite warm although at times there can be too much chlorine in the water. The pool can get very busy at times but there are always plenty of life guards around. The pool slide is only open at certain times this is due to staff and busy periods. There is a variety of areas for children to go in such as a baby pool , a Jacuzzi and also the shallow end. For adults there is the deep end and swimming lanes (the slide is for all ages).

When you get out of the pool there are hair dryers and toilets near the changing rooms. Usually we go to have food after swimming which is very easy as there is a café on site, this is situated next to the swimming pool. The food is of good quality and the menu has a variety of foods, service is always good even at busy periods. There are also many vending machines (with food, drink and toys in them) around the centre,

There is plenty of parking areas which also include disabled places, there are zebra crossings and pavements all round the car park for safety , parking is also free.

Over all I think that Gorsebrook leisure centre is safe for family’s and elders alike.

• Added: 21st of August 2008
• Area: Rainham
• Category: Sports and Leisure

Rainham RM13 8QT

mummyno4 said
Judo for all ages
Why take up Judo??
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Lots of people like judo for its competitive nature, thereare many occasions to win trophies and medals. Also to progress in the sport via different Grades, these are awarded with different coloured belts (obi)


Other people start to keep fit, make friends or even to build confidence. It is also good for cross training in martial arts as not all other arts include grappling.

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What does it involve??
Judo involves lots of throwing and grappling, utilising techniques such as throws, sweeps, hold downs and for seniors arm locks / strangles.

There are many ways to progress in judo through courses, competitions and gradings. These also a great way to increase your confidence and techniques.

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OBI Colour Coding

In order to progress through the different colours of belt students have to convince a grading panel that their knowledge of Judo is increasing. . Some organisations place greater emphasis on the ability to win whilst others require a greater degree of understanding and technical ability.

However in all organisations, even if the knowledge and ability needed to complete each class differs the sequence of belt colour is the same. At their first grading students progress from novice to:
White belt (6th Kyu)
Yellow (5th Kyu),
Orange (4th Kyu),
Green (3rd Kyu),
Blue (2nd Kyu)
Brown (1st Kyu).
The Black belt or 1st Dan is generally regarded as the ultimate colour but above this 5th Dans can wear a red and white striped belt and 9th Dans red.


Although most beginners start off wearing a white belt, it is sometimes suggested that prior to their first grading novices should wear a red belt. This would serve both to represent the circular nature of Judo, and also avoid the situation where a student who even though he may have had a successful first grading may still be perceived to be wearing the white belt of the novice. However since most new gi’s come with a white belt this is the colour of belt that most Judoka start from.

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Breakfalls
These are the 1st things you will be taught when attending Judo. As you need to be able to fall correctly to prevent injuries happening when being thrown.

Here are a few names of them.
Ushiro Ukemi - Backward Breakfall
Yoko Ukemi - Side Breakfall
Mae Ukemi - Forward Breakfall
Jigari Ukemi - Rolling Break fall

These will be continually practice even when you are a higher grade, some judoka's (pupils) find them boring and tiresome although I cannot stress how important they are.

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Holddowns
These are used to hold your opponent down to the mat, so you can either score points or an Ippon (Straight Win). For Juniors and Seniors this time varies accordingly.

Here are a few names of them.
Kazure keas gatame - Broken scarf hold
Hon Kesa Gatame - Scarf hold
Yoko Shiho Gatame - Side four quarters hold


This is just a little taster of Judo and what it is about, I hope that you may either have a look into the History or even take up the sport. This is one of the only Martial Arts that is a no contact sport. Most other martial arts are based on attack, not defence. I am not saying that you cannot get hurt within this sport. From my experience competitions are very competitive especially when the females are fighting.

Men/boys seem to take more time within their techniques although the Girls/women seem to have more aggression. It is always possible to get injured within any sport, so always be prepared for this.

This club has been running for 5years and has moved recently to Rainham Mardyke Community Center. My daughters have been attending since it opened, all the above is what my daughter had expressed.

• Added: 21st of August 2008
• Area: Woburn
• Category: Sightseeing and Attractions

Woburn MK17 9QN

mummyno4 said
A trip on the wild side !!!!
In the heart of Bedfordshire, is Woburn Safari Park.
If you are ever in the area, and have a car I would advise you to venture in to the park and meet the animals.

The park is open most of the year, but it may be advisable to check on their website on www.woburnsafari.co.uk for exclusions, and latest ticket prices.

You will enter the park via the Safari Park Drive, which is a pre determined road through the animal enclosures. Most of the animals are free roaming throughout the Safari drive; the first section of the drive is where you will encounter the more placid animals like Zebra, Giraffe, and Rhinoceros.
Follow the road round and you will enter a set of gates and into the Wolves and Bear enclosure, then onto the Tiger enclosure, Lions Enclosure, back into the Main section then onto the Monkey Enclosure.
Throughout your trip the animals can be seen quite visibly from your vehicle, and the animals will sometimes come and investigate you and your car, enabling you to get some very good photographs.
After the Safari Park Drive you can park up your car in the designated areas and go and walk around the rest of the park, you can investigate the Lima's which roam free around you in their enclosure.
Be mesmerised by the mischievous squirrel monkey's when in the Monkey Business enclosure, many will come sit on your shoulder and try to thieve things from your hands and pockets. So beware.
Take a walk through the Australian Walkabout section and meet the wallabies, Or for smaller animals got to Rainbow Landings, and be amazed at the colours of the free flying lorikeets who will land on your hand to drink a cup of nectar.
There are also Reptiles, Sea Lions, Marmosets, Penguins, Red River Hogs, Donkeys, Birds of Prey, and Elephants. Some of these animals will be performing displays throughout the seasons, so you can see the amazing things they can do.

There are also many different play areas for children of all ages, Indoor and Outdoor sections, with Bouncy Castles, Rope Swings, Adventure Equipment, and also Swan Boats which float you out to the middle of the lake.

On site is a Restaurant which sells food (although I would say it to be overpriced.) They serve Hot and cold food and also serve smaller portions for the little ones. Nearby is a Gift Shop Which sells many items from sweets to clothing, stuffed animals to ornaments. It is well worth stopping in and purchasing a little memento of your trip.
There are many information points, and other educational material positioned around the Foot Safari area for the children to discover and many of the display area's are around the gift shop area, which I feel is a good idea as it keeps the children entertained.
A small Train can also take you around some of the attractions in the park, which can be fun for the smaller children to do.

Between the Foot Safari area and the Safari Drive area are the Elephants, they also perform to show their strength and the dexterity of their bodies, It is fun to watch and the keepers are always around if you have any questions relating to the elephants or infact any of the animals, there are many keepers around the park, and they are more than willing to discuss the animals around their section that they look after.

When you have exhausted yourselves, walking around the many enclosures of the Foot Safari, jump back into your car, and drive around the main Safari Park again. The amount of times you can drive around the Safari circuit is unlimited throughout the day.

A good day out for all the family..

• Added: 21st of August 2008
• Area: South Kensington
• Category: Arts and Culture

London SW7 2RL
020 7942 5000

mummyno4 said
Living History
The Natural History Museum. London

Situated in the South Kensington area of London, the Great attraction is so packed full of information, artefacts, and attractions, that one day is never enough.

The best thing about the Museum is it's free to enter, although some temporary exhibits do require a fee on entering.

I would advise you to purchase a programme and/or a floor plan when you enter, as it does have some good information inside it, and it's also a nice memento of your day, it will also help you navigate the many rooms and corridors of the museum itself. Donations are welcome and there are several points around the entrance where you can donate.

The architecture of the building is a show in itself with its wonderfully high ceilings and colourful brickwork. Just the entrance hall with its dinosaur bones is enough to keep you standing there in awe. From the main entrance there are many smaller arch ways, which either lead to other rooms or little cubby hole exhibits.

If you are pressed for time, the best unmissable displays include the Dinosaur exhibit, with it huge bones, and reconstructed animatronics dinosaurs.
The mammals and Whale hall where you can measure yourself against the size of a full grown blue whale, suspended from the ceiling, or Hippo's, Lions, Elephants or killer whales.

The Earthquake exhibit, where you can experience indoors, what a real earthquake would feel like, and the Earth Gallery, with its hundreds of Rocks, Crystal formations and Minerals from around the globe.

But if you do have more time there are many more places in the museum to explore.
The Darwin Centre, has hundreds of animals in jars and bottles, all perfectly preserved in alcohol, you can even schedule your visit to this room to co-inside with the Live sessions where the Curators and Scientists will happily answer any questions you have about the progress of science or what exactly is in those thousands of jars.

The Marine Invertebrates Room, with its different coral specimens and sea life specimens, find out interesting information about what humans have done to cause devastation in their environment. Continue through the corridors and view the glass cabinets full of Fish, Amphibians and Reptile's, see the wondrous things that were discovered and removed from a Nile crocodile's Stomach. See just what chemical reactions cause fish to illuminate the great depths of the sea.

Carry on to the mammal's exhibit, with its perfectly preserved and reconstructed animals in glass cabinets, Monkey's Polar Bears and even a Sabre Tooth Tiger. Read all about how they survive or how they became extinct.

If Insects are more your thing, then visit the creepy crawlies section, with its hundreds of perfectly conserved moths, butterflies, ants and termites. Find out how insects collect pollen from plants, or how the leaf cutter ants live in their fully contained live habitat.

See the Bird exhibit, where you can view the world's largest bird the Ostrich or the world's smallest bird the Hummingbird. Get a look at the now extinct dodo of Mauritius. Find out why some birds remain flightless while others beat their wings so fast you cannot even see it with the naked eye.

Visit the Plants display where you will find out just how much plants are used in everyday life, see how they are used in items like fuel, food, and cosmetics. Trust me when I say after seeing this exhibit you will never underestimate Flowers and plants again.

The Earth Galleries are a well constructed series of rooms which run through Life, Evolution, Earth, the Planets that surround us and the effect humans have to these things. The entrance is a stunning piece of art, which include sculptures and pieces of Moon rock, after moving through these wonderful pieces, travel up the escalators to the exhibits behind.

There are rooms in the museum where Children and Adults alike can touch, feel, and see certain items up close like shells and rocks.

A small warning it can get extremley busy!!!

• Added: 21st of August 2008
• Area: Dagenham
• Category: Sightseeing and Attractions

Dagenham RM8 1JX

mummyno4 said
Good day out for the kiddies
This Venue was refurbished in 2001 it is for children up to Maximum height 158cm (or 12 years), where you can enjoy an indoor adventure. When you enter the surroundings there is a large car park with ample space to park, even at busy times, such as school holidays. On entering the building it is a bit of a maze as it is also Wood Lane Sports Centre where other facilities include Badminton Courts. There are signs for Kids Kingdom which are easy o follow.

When you get to the reception you can hear the noise of the children in the play areas and the atmosphere seems to change to one of excitement. Once you are ready to pay you then decide how long you wish to stay, prices are shown at the bottom of this review, your hand is stamped with a particular emblem. This is so that you are aware of how much time you have in the play area

The play area has many sections, directly in front of the reception is the multiple slide which is fine for younger ones to tackle too. They use sacks to help them glide down with some speed, every activity is surrounded by netting for safety purposes. There is a section for younger children which incorporates a soft play area and bouncy castle. So even the smallest of children wont miss out on the fun.

Some of the features introduced in the refurbishment were the Awesome Free Fall Drop Slide, I can only describe this as a kamacarzi slide, the drop is a vertical one, many children get enough courage to go to the top. Unfortunately they don‘t have enough to actually go down it. To be honest when they are sitting at the top of it looking down it is very scary for them. Although saying that if they do have the courage to tackle it, they have a happy yet smug look about them at the bottom and usually go again and again and again. The Mini Soccer Shootout is another feature, this seems very popular too.

All around the venue are seating areas so you are able to watch your children while enjoying a refreshment. You can purchase these at there Restaurant which isn’t very large but does have a great menu. All food is freshly prepared and prices are reasonable.

At this venue they specialise in Birthday Parties or Parties in General, you can even hire a private room to eat your food in. Below are some of there party option which you can request.

There is more information regarding the party options on their website.
Kids Kingdom is open 10am to 6pm every day , including school holidays.

• Added: 21st of August 2008
• Area: Upminster
• Category: Sports and Leisure

Upminster RM14 2TY

mummyno4 said
An adventure like no other !!!!
"Stubbers Adventure Centre is an outdoor activity centre, where you can turn your hand to many different adventures including water sports and motor sports. The centre has been running for over 20 years and I myself went on many trips when I was at school., although the centre has changed much since then. For one it is no longer run by the local authority, it has been taken over by a private company and registered charity.

Regardless of this change of ownership the centre remains as one of the most versatile outdoor activity centre's in the area, so whether it be a school trip or an organised youth centre trip, a Corporate team building exercise, an organised course for children during the holidays, or just a bunch of friends trying to have a bit of fun Stubbers has an activity for you.
The courses on offer run for either a single sessions lasting a couple of hours, to half days and whole days right the way through to a full week. If you are attending one of the sessions that require an overnight stay there is accommodation available on site.

The Maple Lodge. Residential centre, the centre has a fully equipped kitchen with cutlery and crockery for up to 50 residents. There is a TV lounge with video/DVD player and a drying room. Sheets, duvet and pillowcases are standard; those who stay in their lodge have exclusive use of its facilities but please note it only sleeps 48

Or if you like you can try your hand at camping in the purpose built Tent Village, with its bungalow framed tents which each have 4 fitted bunk beds inside, and plenty of floor space. There are two of these camps in the centre the Oak Camp sleeps 48 and the Chestnut Camp sleeps 96, these areas are perfect for larger school or youth trips. Each village has a 60 foot marquee complete with wooden floor, kitchen units, tables and benches. These marquees are also equipped with an electricity supply to provide power for the medium sized fridge/freezer and lighting. A gas oven/stoves and gas water boiler are provided, with refills free of charge. Basic pots, pans and cooking utensils are provided. You will however need to bring your own set of sharp knives and consumables such as washing up detergent, matches, dishcloths and black bags. Personal bedding and eating equipment are not provided - campers will need to bring their own.

There is also the Orchard Camp which is similar to the Oak and Chestnut camp, but instead of the marquee it has a small multi purpose building known as The Forest Lodge, which has a small meeting room, kitchen and dining room that seats 18 people and a toilet. It also has sufficient kitchen equipment, cutlery and crockery for a group of 20 campers, although like the other Tent camps personal bedding is not provided - campers will need to bring their own.

Regular courses available throughout the year are:
Sailing RYA Level 1 and 2,
Jet Ski User (PWC),
Powerboat Level 2,
Quad Biking and Canoeing.

Finding the Centre is your first task. It is sited in Upminster, and the District line tube station is only 5 minutes. The 370 bus (Romford to Grays via Upminster and the Lakeside Shopping Centre) stops right outside the main gate. And if travelling by road it is close to the M25 junction 29.

The centre runs specific courses for 9-16 year olds, during the school holidays. Prices are from £32 a day and run up to £140 for a whole week of activities. These courses are based on dropping your child off in the morning at 8:30am and then collecting them in the afternoon at 4:30pm enabling the child to have a full day of activities, which should hopefully wear them out.

It is advisable to dress in old clothes for the activities, and to dress appropriately for your chosen activity and the weather, if you will be doing water sports please remember to bring a change of clothes, a towel and also a bag, preferably plastic, to carry their wet clothes in.
Great place with plenty to do...

• Added: 21st of August 2008
• Area: Rainham
• Category: Restaurants

Rainham RM13 9ED
01708 634820

mummyno4 said
Nice and relaxing
This restaurant is situated next door a Travel Inn Hotel just a walk way between them. Now there is plenty of parking spaces even on there most busiest days, it is easy to find as it is on the A13 now known as the A1303. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone, the food is exceptional and the service is great, all staff are polite and extremely helpful.

On entering this establishment the décor is a homely one, wood surrounds and wooden furniture with some seating being that of comfy settees, some seating areas are more private than others. On quiet days you can choose your own table, although at busy times you are placed on a waiting list and usually given a pager. You are then seated where space is available if there is a large number of people in your party you can sometimes wait for a little longer. This has recently been re-furbished.

There is a bar area which had table chairs and also comfy seating this is available to use through the day and night. Children are unfortunately unable to enter the bar area after 8pm due to the licensing laws. There is a cigarette machine, 3 fruit machine (which I play when I visit and have won many times) also a cash machine in case your funds run low, this does charge a small fee to withdraw money.

They have 2 sets of toilets both have 2 cubicles each for men and women, I always find these of a high standard.

Prices are very reasonable at this restaurant and the food portions are rather large. The food you can purchase ranges from Breakfast which is usually served to the Hotel customers, as with any hotel it is always served at set times. The lunches consist of food such as baguettes, salads and light snacks They have a varied dinner menu from the traditional Steak, chips and peas, Chicken roast (my favourite) to A Combo Feast. Although they do update their menus frequetly.

• Added: 21st of August 2008
• Area: Purfleet
• Category: Sports and Leisure

Purfleet

mummyno4 said
B.K.K.S Koi show
Held around the end of July each year, there is an entrance Fee of £5 per Adult, Children and OAP are FREE. At the Event are Exhibition Stands from all types of Koi Specialists, including Ponds, Livestock, Food and many more. There was even a gentleman answering question regarding your Koi concerns and also a club that you could join.

On the day we went was a Competition for Koi this is very well run and the fish are unbelievable, there are fish in the excess of 15 inch, the colours are magnificent. They are judged and each Koi is looked over and rewarded with a place from 1st to 5th. Each has their photo taken and they are added to a board with there awarded place. This is taken very seriously by the breeders and enthusiasts. There is a presentation where the owners get trophies for there Koi Carp.

At the show you have the opportunity to purchase Koi Carp from respectable Koi enthusiasts and dealers. The price ranges are variable from each Stand. I purchased 2 Koi around 3 inches maybe 4inches long for £20. I guess that going late in the day is the best idea, as most of the dealers will drop their prices as they do not wish to take there stock home.

Also Japanese displays such as Kung Fu where there, they used the traditional dress and weapons during their display. This was very good and amazed the children. Food stalls, games and bouncy castles where available for the children when they got bored.

All in all it was a good day and if you have an interest in Koi Carp this event is for you, there are many more around the country and they are good fun and educational too.

Thanks for reading

This event takes place at:-
AVELEY SPORTS & SOCIAL GROUND
PURFLEET ROAD
AVELEY
ESSEX

• Added: 21st of August 2008
• Area: Rainham
• Category: Sightseeing and Attractions

Rainham RM13
01708526776

mummyno4 said
Let the children Run Wild!
This establishment opened it's doors in December 2006, and has filled a void within the Rainham area for children and their parents alike. Situated close to Rainham Train Station and the local Bus stops this make it easily accessible to all. Once thought of as a area that was lacking in children's attractions Go Wild is becoming one of the most popular venues within the area.
Located off of Dover's Corner Roundabout, it is clearly sign posted, the car park has Disabled Parking bays and also an overflow car park to ease traffic at busy times. From the outside the building looks very basic, although on entering you are greeted with a Jungle themed Play Activity Centre. With brightly coloured Jungle pictures , jungle pushes, a 2 storey Climbing apparatus which is surrounded in green safety netting and much more. The payment desk is directly in front of the entrance doors, to enter the activity centre you have to go through a secure gate. This prevents any child from exiting the premises without adult supervision. There are 6 highchairs available to use, which are cleaned regularly, the establishment is Fully Air Conditioned too, great on those summer days!

There is a Café/Restaurant within the facilities, with ample tabled seating area which is facing the Activity Areas. There is also a smaller lounge area with sofas and coffee tables for a more relaxing atmosphere. This arrangement enables parents and carers to watch over their children with peace of mind that they are safe and secure, as they can be seen at all times. The menu has a variety of food and drink choices which are reasonably priced, all food is freshly prepared. There is a Baby Changing room and Disabled Toilet, as well as “Boys” and “Girls” toilet facilities on site. These all include stepping stools to help children who are a little to small to reach the facilities. All toilets are checked on a regular basis and are always clean and are hygienic.

Go Wild also caters for the younger children by having a self contained soft play area, whilst being for the younger children this is a nice area for parents/carers to interact with their children. Parents/Carers can also supervise younger less confident children on the larger equipment and in the ball pool. The ball pool is separated from the other areas with two individual entrances, it also contains a slide and steps all made from soft material to ensure your children's safety. The larger area consists of three staggered entrances which you need to climb up to play on the upper levels. Each section has different activities for them to enjoy, including large inflated balls, fixed rotating pillars, monkey swing, rope ladders and an enclosed snake shaped slide and much more.

At this venue they specialise in Birthday Parties or VIP Parties where you can hire the venue for a two hour period just for you and you guests to enjoy. . All birthday parties are held within a private area, this is decorated with table cloths, plates, cups, balloons, and banners. At the parties the birthday child gets a special visit from Leo the Lion who is Go Wild's Mascot, children love Leo he comes out to help celebrate while everyone is singing 'Happy Birthday' and blowing out their candles. Photo's are very welcome and Leo is very happy to shake hands and have cuddles whilst visiting.
When we visited Go Wild we took our children and also our nephews, the ages ranged from 1 to 10. We found that being able to relax with a cup of tea and watch the children without worry was great. We sat on the comfy sofas, we bought a Jug of Juice for the children which was £2 great value.

The children thoroughly enjoyed there visit here and we will be going back, I think if you are looking for a activity which will certainly tire your children as well as doing something healthy this is the place.

• Added: 21st of August 2008
• Area: Windsor
• Category: Sightseeing and Attractions

Windsor

mummyno4 said
Lego with a difference!!
What can I say, I went here on a school trip with my daughter, we travelled via coach which took around 1 ½ hours to get there. My personally opinion this is too long for children to be on a coach, especially 5/6 year olds. But this was more to do with the school, and not the place. Also this hinders you as you do not have as much time to explore the park.

Now the park itself has plenty of Attractions from towns and building built entirely form LEGO, to rides. The most amazing thing about the park is the Lego and what can be achieved with time effort and plenty of money. Throughout the Park are man made sculptures made form LEGO, including a girl and boy which are situated outside the toilets. These were a great idea as the children new exactly which toilet to go to. So keep your eyes open as you explore the Park for the amazing and quite intriguing sculptures.

There are numerous activities for a wide range of ages throughout the park, these are all special designed to entertain and teach children using enjoyable techniques.

The Imagination Centre
Build and Test this is a key example of the techniques used to encourage children to use their imaginations. Here they can build and construct cars, towers and other objects onto a specially designed earthquake table. Once built they are able to see if their construction will with hold an earthquake. This enables the children to understand the importance of a solid object. Also the Cars can be raced on the tracks which are already built. The children enjoyed doing this a lot. Another great area is the Educational Workshops Children are introduced to the concept of computer control and get to build their own robot from LEGO bricks.

MiniLand
This is the area which is without a doubt the most amazing just because of the sheer work that has gone into creating it. Miniland contains some 35 million pieces of LEGO to recreate scenes from Europe, including London, Paris and Amsterdam.

Traffic
Now this was one of the funniest places to watch, the children queue up for a driving school where they drive around in L built cars. They 1st have to watch a short video on how to control the cars and also the rules of the road including Traffic Lights, Roundabouts and basic driving standards. Once they get into there cars they drive around the purpose built area. It consists of turns, roundabouts, traffic lights, giveaway sections and many other road marking. This is quiet funny as the children mainly spend their time in barriers (as they crash), at the traffic lights as they are not sure when to go or just going round and round the roundabouts. When they do finish a horn goes to let the children no that they are safe to get out of their vehicles, as they leave they are issued with a driving license (a small Card) to say that they have passed the Lego Driving School. This is one for the children and the parents, so please give it a go.

Other areas in the Park are: DUPLO Land, LEGO City, Wild Woods, knight's Kingdom, Adventure Land

Now there are many rides here and just like many theme parks there are restrictions to some of the rides, so don’t forget to check. These rides and integrated with in the areas above.

There is entertainment throughout the season in our show venues. Which are Imagination Centre, DUPLO Land and LEGO City. For daily show times, pick up a programme on arrival at the park.

There are plenty of eating areas so no chance of getting hungy or thirsty. ConsA day's visit although worthwhile you will be very lucky to get round the whole park even if you were to rush.. I would advise you to decide what bits you wish to do first then if you have time go to some of the other parts of the park. Also in busy periods waiting time for rides can be a fair amount.