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Theme Parks in Essex
Need a day the kids will rank above the beach? These theme parks and adventure parks near Essex deliver — think Adventure Island, Wyvernwood and Diggerland Kent — distances, facilities and reviews below.
Theme Parks
16.6 mi from Essex
Adventure Island
Adventure Island is a free entry theme park on Southend seafront, packed with over 40 rides and attractions, a six storey Soft Play, prize arcades, cafes, restaurants and sideshows...
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20.7 mi from Essex
Wyvernwood
Wyvernwood is an outdoor theme park in Suffolk where you step through the Magic Portal into the Enchanted Lost Kingdom, meeting characters, watching theatrical shows and taking on...
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25.6 mi from Essex
Diggerland Kent
Diggerland Kent is located in Medway Valley Leisure Park, where guests of all ages can ride, drive and operate real diggers in a safe and family friendly setting. Alongside the dig...
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Where to stay near Essex
Places to stay within easy reach of these days out.
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Make a day of it
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 Essex?
Every attraction shows its distance from Essex — most families find up to 30 miles workable for a day out, and the list is sorted nearest first.
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