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Gulliver's Kingdom

📍 Matlock Bath, North West

4.3(4,169 Google reviews)💰£24-£27👶2-13

Gulliver's Kingdom sits on the edge of the Peak District with rides scaled for ages 2–13, including a log flume with Derwent Valley views, Crows Nest Quest, Safari Kingdom, and the Upside Down House.

Short queuesLog flume viewsAges 2-13Free parkingSEN attraction check advised
★★★★★Featured review by Emi Le

A brilliant family day out. Free parking is available and just a short wait for the gates to open. There is something to do for all ages here, visited with two children ages 12 and 15 and enjoyed by both. This park is great for those who don't like massive rollacoasters or queuing for hours to get on a ride. The queues were all short, or we were straight on. The climbing wall and the rope swing were the only two attractions that had a bigger queue or wait time. Various food and drink outlets dotted around. We chose to have a pizza, which was nicely done. Old classics like the log flume, river rapids, pirate ship and high wire seats were enjoyed by all. Photos for the log flume are reasonable prices, the pottery craft painting was only £5, and there is a gift shop at the exit to buy a keepsake or gift. Whether you've got a little one or older one there's definitely something for everyone. £65 family ticket offer for a family of 5 was great value for the amount of things to do. We would visit again.

🏆 Family Action Verdict

Best for families with children aged 2–12 who want a genuine theme park experience without extreme rides or long queues. The hillside setting is spectacular and the ride variety suits mixed younger sibling groups well.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

💡Confirm the Hard Luck Bears and any SEN-specific attractions are running before travelling — closures cause real distress for children expecting them
Book online for discounted family ticket deals not available at the gate
🎟️The approach road is steep and narrow — allow extra time if arriving at opening
🚗Ski lifts help navigate between levels and have their own queues on busy days

💬 What Families Are Saying

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4.3

4,169 Google reviews

Short wait times across most rides40%
Pitch-perfect scale for younger children30%
Steep terrain challenges mobility20%
Good food and value10%
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Emi Le

8 months ago

A brilliant family day out. Free parking is available and just a short wait for the gates to open. There is something to do for all ages here, visited with two children ages 12 and 15 and enjoyed by both. This park is great for those who don't like massive rollacoasters or queuing for hours to get on a ride. The queues were all short, or we were straight on. The climbing wall and the rope swing were the only two attractions that had a bigger queue or wait time. Various food and drink outlets dotted around. We chose to have a pizza, which was nicely done. Old classics like the log flume, river rapids, pirate ship and high wire seats were enjoyed by all. Photos for the log flume are reasonable prices, the pottery craft painting was only £5, and there is a gift shop at the exit to buy a keepsake or gift. Whether you've got a little one or older one there's definitely something for everyone. £65 family ticket offer for a family of 5 was great value for the amount of things to do. We would visit again.

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neil hawkins

7 months ago

Great day out for the younger kids, we really enjoyed the rides. The wait times weren't as bad as the bigger parks. Food wasn't overly priced and good portions. The hills there could be an issue for those with mobility issues or walking with bulky buggies/prams.

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Jenna Roberts

a month ago

Amazing park for SEN children, just check the hard luck bears are on. This caused great distress as my 9 yo son who only went to see the bears. I had 2 to drive 2hrs each way for them not 2 be on that day. This needs notice bit everything else was great.

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Phill

7 months ago

We enjoyed it today. Positives - booked online and took advantage of a 'secret deal'. Perfect for younger kids. No rides really too extreme and we got on almost everything. The tree top drop ride and the lost world raft ride were both really good fun. Got on the log flume three times, which we loved. Most of the staff were pleasant enough. The ski lift team were really nice and made an effort to welcome you on. Parking was fine although via a very steep, windy drive up and with cars queing to get parked you could smell clutches burning everywhere 😂 but there was an entrance into the park near the top for those parking which was decent. Negatives - Not much really. We waited in line for my little girl to go on the rock climb wall, behind a small group of girls, and we were the very next in line (and the only ones left in the queue) and they shut it because they 'only run one or the other' The other being a little toddler activity course in the same spot. When we queued both were in action. They could have let her have a go, bit annoying. Some of the attractions are a bit of a let down, the ghost house for example, and the dragons lair are a few mins each that you won't get back. Pointless walkarounds with nothing in them. Those aside, overall a decent day out and fairly priced, and I'm sure we'll probably go back before she gets too big for most of the rides. Point to note: if your not good at walking up and down steep hills, this place isn't for you. It's literally built on a hillside. You have the ski lifts which will take you up and down but expect a fair wait for one. For us, we did both and were fine with the gradients.

Reviews from Google

Overview

Gulliver's Kingdom occupies a hillside above Matlock Bath with rides and attractions calibrated for younger children rather than thrill-seekers. The log flume, positioned 300ft above the Derwent Valley, is a signature draw. Ski lifts connect levels of the park. Themed accommodation is available on-site. The Hard Luck Bears attraction is a specific draw for SEN families — its availability should be confirmed before travel. Free parking is accessible via a steep winding approach road.

🕐 Opening Hours

Monday10:30 – 17:00
Tuesday10:30 – 17:00
Wednesday10:30 – 17:00
Thursday10:30 – 17:00
Friday10:30 – 17:00
Saturday10:30 – 17:00
Sunday10:30 – 17:00

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