Accolades are reward for all the hard work

September 7, 2022

Accolades are reward for all the hard work

It is amazing when all the hard work which people put in at Wicksteed Park is recognised, so it was particularly pleasing to receive two accolades in recent weeks.

Firstly, we are thrilled to have been named as one of the best value for money theme parks in the UK. Wicksteed landed an honourable spot on the top ten list after research was undertaken by group holiday and holiday property experts, Big Domain.

They compared the number of rides, cost of entry, parking fees, TripAdvisor ratings and Instagramability, across the UK and to finish in the top ten, is a testament to all our visitors as well as all our staff, who work so tirelessly to ensure that people have a great day out.

This comes as great news, following the recent announcement that our water chute – the oldest ride of its kind has been nominated in the 2022 UK Theme Park Awards.

The iconic ride, built by the park’s founder Charles Wicksteed in 1926 and a forerunner to many of the theme park rides now popular across the world, has made the shortlist in the Best Historic Ride category.

Award winners will be decided by the public, and you can vote for us by going to www.ukthemeparkawards.com.

Voting will close on Friday September 2 with winners announced during an awards event at Drayton Manor theme park, Staffordshire, on Thursday September 22.

Wicksteed charitable trust

The Wicksteed Charitable Trust receives no regular external funding to help maintain the park as a truly unique, freely accessible public space. You can help to preserve the park for future generations by making donations. All money raised is used to help maintain the park and its grounds.

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Customer Reviews

"We all had a fantastic time here plenty of car parking. Me, my daughter, Niece, and Grandson and there's lots to do here, including lovely walks and fun rides, plenty of eating places too. We took our own picnic though there were plenty of seating areas. We were able to buy extra drinks and ice lolly on our walk around the rides. Plenty of toilet facilities too. The staff were lovely and friendly here, would definitely recommend it here for a fun day out."

Katrina

"Took my granddaughters they loved it. There is plenty to do and lots of free play area's . The ride tickets are good value at one pound when you have more than one child to pay for. Parking good . Food stalls and drinks can be purchased. Excellent day out."

Lesley

"A good day out, with a great selection of activities for young children. We bought wristbands but probably would have been cheaper to buy the tickets as these were only £1 each in August. Amazing play park which is free to use. Great grounds to have a picnic. Would recommend."

Charlie

"We went last week and had the best time! Staff were so friendly and helpful and we thought this was great value for money. Kids Loved it."

Michelle

"We camped here this week, and all had a blast!!! It was so well-priced. We were one of the first in the park. The camping was quiet, and the kids absolutely loved all the places to walk!!! Thank you!"

Charlotte

"I just got back from the park, it was great seeing so many people all smiling, the parks looking wonderful and the special August offer of £1 a ride is a great offer. Well done wickies."

Peter

"First time visiting this park and wasn’t disappointed. Such a lovely place. Couldn’t decide to either buy wristbands or tokens. Family of four. Two adults. 6 year old and nearly 2 year old 0.8m tall. Wristbands were the cheaper option in the end. Staff friendly and happy. Food was really tasty. We ate in the American diner. We couldn’t do the whole park we got there at midday so we ran out of time. We will come back and come earlier in the day."