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Lightwater Valley Adventure Park

Theme Park · North Yorkshire, England · North Stainley, Ripon, HG4 3HT

Lightwater Valley Adventure Park is a theme park in North Yorkshire, England. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.

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PriceAdult £22 · Child £22 · Family £75
Lightwater Valley official site: North Stainley, Ripon HG4 3HT. Season ends with the firework finale on Saturday 31 October 2026 (Frightwater Valley Halloween event runs through half term). Prices vary by date on the booking calendar.
Opening times2026 season ends with a firework finale on Saturday 31 October; extra Halloween fireworks on 24 October.
Best time to goWeekdays in May-June and early September. Reopened in 2026 under new owners, so expect changes; check which rides are open.
School holiday tipEarly July is quiet for Scottish families thanks to English term time. Late August is English peak; go midweek and arrive early.
Best agesNow aimed mainly at under-12s
Best for 3-12.
If it rainsMostly outdoors in parkland
Money saverBook online; quieter weekdays in term time are good value
Top tipsDo the headline rides first (check the ride list before leaving) and keep the afternoon for the younger children's areas. Plenty of picnic space on the grounds.
What to packWellies, waterproofs, picnic, pram

Partly checked on 23 Oct 2026. Confirm prices and times on the venue's website. Venue website or source

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