Gulliver's Kingdom facts for kids
Gulliver's Kingdom
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| Location | Matlock Bath, Derbyshire, England |
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| Status | Open |
| Opened | 27 May 1978 |
| Owner | Phillips family |
| Slogan | Giant Adventures for Families |
| Operating season | March-November |
| Website | https://www.gulliverskingdomresort.co.uk |
Gulliver's Kingdom is a popular theme park in England. It is located in the beautiful village of Matlock Bath in Derbyshire. This park is designed for children aged 3 to 13. It offers many fun adventures for families to enjoy together.
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History of Gulliver's Kingdom
Ray and Hilary Phillips opened the park on May 27, 1978. At first, it was a model village. A model village is a tiny version of a real town. Later, the owners added a small train and some rides. The Phillips family still owns and runs the park today.
The park is near the site of an old Victorian rollercoaster. This history inspired the name of the park's main coaster. In 2023, the park celebrated its 45th anniversary. It continues to be a favorite spot for young explorers.
Themed accommodation for guests
In the 1980s, the park built a hotel and small cabins. These were closed for a while in the late 1990s. In 2017, a new themed area called 'Explorers Retreat' opened. This allows families to stay overnight in a fun environment.
Exciting rides and attractions
The park has many different types of rides. These are spread across several themed areas.
What water rides can you find?
- Log Flume: A classic ride where you splash into water.
- Buddy’s Pirate Adventure: A boat ride with a pirate theme.
- Dino Falls: A fast water slide using small boats.
Roller coasters and tracked rides
- Log Roller Coaster: A coaster that looks like wooden logs.
- Cycle Monorail: A ride where you pedal high above the ground.
- Dino Explorer Cars: Cars that take you through a dinosaur world.
- Silver Mine Ride: An interactive ride through a dark mine.
Fun flat rides for all ages
- Jumping Stars: A small tower that drops you gently.
- Fish Ride: A child-friendly ride with a fish theme.
- Chairlift: A ride that carries you across the park.
- Ladybird Ride: A cute ride shaped like ladybirds.
- Drop Tower: A taller tower ride for a bigger thrill.
- Flying Bikes: Bicycles that fly through the air.
- Crazy Barrel Ride: A spinning ride that makes you dizzy.
- Crows Nest Quest: A high ropes frame for climbing.
- Double Decker Carousel: A classic merry-go-round with two levels.
- Pirate Ship: A large boat that swings back and forth.
- Riggers Revenge: A zip line course high in the air.
- Safari Dodgems: Bumper cars with a safari theme.
- JCB Zone: Small diggers that children can operate.
Shows and entertainment
The park also has shows with moving robots. These robots are called animatronics.
- The Hard Luck Bear Show: An indoor show with singing bears.
- The Western Bears: An outdoor show featuring musical bears.
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