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Theme Parks in Dorset
Rollercoasters within reach of Dorset — think Fantasy Island Fun Park, Leisure Ranch and Sandworld: every park below shows how far it is, what\'s on site and what visitors made of it.
Theme Parks
10.7 mi from Dorset
Sandworld
Sandworld is a sand sculpture festival set in Lodmoor Park in Weymouth, Dorset, where internationally renowned artists carve giant sculptures from sand and water alone, with new de...
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12.9 mi from Dorset
Dorset Adventure Park
Dorset Adventure Park is an outdoor activity park set across 18 acres of woodland near Corfe Castle, built around two lakes. You can take on the inflatable waterpark with its float...
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17.5 mi from Dorset
Gartell Light Railway
The Gartell Light Railway is a privately run narrow gauge railway in South Somerset, near Dorset, opened to the public on selected dates. You can ride trains through the Blackmore...
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17.8 mi from Dorset
Santa-Fe Fun Park
Santa-Fe Fun Park is a family-run amusement park set on the marina in Swanage, Dorset, offering rides, arcade games and two adventure golf courses — the pirate-themed Shipwreck Isl...
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20.9 mi from Dorset
Go Ape Moors Valley
Go Ape Moors Valley sits within Moors Valley Country Park in St. Leonards and St. Ives, Dorset, near Bournemouth and the New Forest. You can take on the original Treetop Challenge...
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Where to stay near Dorset
Places to stay within easy reach of these days out.
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Buying tickets online in advance is almost always cheaper than the gate — and on peak days it can be the difference between riding and queueing.
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Frequently asked questions
How far are these from Dorset?
Every attraction shows its distance from Dorset — most families find up to 30 miles workable for a day out, and the list is sorted nearest first.
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