# Lightwater Valley, Ripon — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info

> Experience thrilling adventures at this North Yorkshire theme park featuring dozens of exciting rides, interactive Angry Birds attractions, and impressive birds of prey displays, all in fully accessible family-friendly surroundings.

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Amusement Center

# Lightwater Valley

North Stainley

[View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=6279560268367982906&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

Photo: [Ash Young](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/105837579038407456754)

**In short:** Lightwater Valley is an amusement center in Ripon, rated 4.1 out of 5 from 5,735 Google reviews.

Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places

## About Lightwater Valley

Experience thrilling adventures at this North Yorkshire theme park featuring dozens of exciting rides, interactive Angry Birds attractions, and impressive birds of prey displays, all in fully accessible family-friendly surroundings.

## What's nearby

- Halloween Train next door
- Skyrider 150m away
- Swan Boats 200m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

## Good to know

### Parking

- ✓Free car park
- ✓Paid car park
- ✓Free street

### Accessibility

- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
- ✓Accessible seating

### Payment

- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless

Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.

## Photos

Photos via Google

## Facilities

Toilets Gift Shop Onsite Parking Accessible Toilets Baby Changing Food Available Wheelchair Friendly Pushchair Friendly Card Payments Accepted Atm Wheelchair Hire Changing Rooms

## Opening hours

**Monday** 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM

**Tuesday** 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM

**Wednesday** 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM

**Thursday** 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM

**Friday** 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM

**Saturday** 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM

**Sunday** 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.

## What visitors say

[Jane Fisher](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/101318373296097114613/reviews) ★★★★★

We have just spent a fabulous day at Lightwater Adventure park, with my 2 grandchildren. They went on plenty of rides, thoroughly enjoyed the playgrounds and absolutely loved the entertainment. There were team games near the bandstand, a pirate show in Pirate Cove and a disco in the theatre towards the end of the day. They really enjoyed it all. It’s definitely worth checking out what’s on, as the team have clearly worked hard to provide this free entertainment and it’s great. I have to say, since our last visit, the park is looking much better. The new owners clearly care about its future, are already investing in new rides, and have tidied and/or improved various area in the park. The whole park is very clean, with plenty of bins dotted around everywhere! We’ll definitely be back.

· via Google

[Reema Varghese](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/109202628140356514685/reviews) ★★★★★

We went in during kids holidays and it was kinda half a day trip. We as adults too enjoyed the trip along with kids. It was really worth the money spend. The new roller coaster ride was the hit. Got the pictures taken as well, but only one side of the cam worked on that day. The water slides were also great. The staffs were so friendly and helpful and nice.

· via Google

[shaun johnson](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/113066504592132072766/reviews) ★★★★★

Lots to do for younger kids. It wasn't crowded today when we went. Most of the staff manning the rides were quite young and very good, as we're all the staff.

· via Google

[Ronald Mark Baker](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/117661288053544460424/reviews) ★★★★★

Quite an expensive day out, however! lightwater valley theme park is a wonderful place for your kids be aware once inside the park their are additional charges all rides are free, but the crazy golf there is a charge the staff are very friendly and helpful, there are on site shops and eateries. There are on site amenities and you really need a full day for lightwater valley family park, finally the park is in a wonderful area surrounded by countryside in north Yorkshire it is a picturesque drive to and from the park. Five stars would have been my rating however I thought it a tad expensive I might add we turned up on the day and payed at the gate I think it may be cheaper booking on line.

· via Google

[See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x487eaec8f83f3e89:0x57257acb25baf13a!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

People say this adventure park is perfect for younger children, offering plenty of rides and activities, including a new spinning coaster, play parks, and an indoor soft play area. Visitors also highlight the friendly staff, clean grounds, and good value for money, especially with discounted tickets.

Some reviews mention the food can be overpriced.

Summary via Google

## At a glance

**Address** Water Lane, North Stainley, Ripon, HG4 3HT [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=54.1786089%2C-1.5654907)

**Category** Theme Parks & Funfairs

**Guest rating** 4.1 / 5 (5,735 reviews)

**Prices from** £15

**Suitable for** All Ages

**Setting** Indoor & outdoor

**Good for children** Yes

**Toilets on site** Yes

**Destination** Ripon

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★ 4.1 (5,735 reviews)

From

£15

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[01765635321](tel:01765635321)

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### Quick Facts

**Destination** Ripon

**Postcode** HG4 3HT

**Payment** Cards, Contactless

**Plus Code** 9C6W5CHM+CR

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## Quick answers

### What are the opening hours of Lightwater Valley?

Lightwater Valley is open Mon–Sun 10:30am–5pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).

### Is Lightwater Valley any good?

Lightwater Valley is rated 4.1 out of 5 from 5,735 Google reviews.

### Is Lightwater Valley good for children?

Yes, Lightwater Valley is listed as good for children.

### How long do you need at Lightwater Valley?

Allow four to five hours.

### Is Lightwater Valley indoors or outdoors?

Lightwater Valley has both indoor and outdoor areas.

### What ages is Lightwater Valley suitable for?

Lightwater Valley suits all ages.

### Is Lightwater Valley wheelchair accessible?

Lightwater Valley has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet.

### Is there parking at Lightwater Valley?

Yes: free car park, paid car park and free street parking.

### How do I contact Lightwater Valley?

Call Lightwater Valley on +44 1765 635321.

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