Set within North Yorkshire our Lightwater Theme Park is an all-rounder theme park offers something for children & adults alike. Follow our guide to Lightwater Valley below packed with cheap ticket options & top tips to make the most of your visit.
Lightwater Valley; Online Savings
At select times of the year, look out for substantial savings off standard price tickets for Lightwater Valley when you book online. For those that can plan ahead you can pick up discounts off walk up ticket prices. Worth noting that pre-book tickets are available until 10.30am on the day of your visit, (after that you can pay on the day at the ticker booths).
Lightwater Valley; NHS, Military, Emergency Services & Blue Light
Lightwater Valley offer discounted entry to all of the following; NHS, Military, Emergency Services, Blue Light Cardholders & Max Cardholders. This discount applies to the card holder and up to 4 guests – simply book your tickets online and bring your work ID/accompanying card with you on the day.
Lightwater Vally; Toddler Term Time Ticket
Running term time only, here’s a chance to visit Lightwater Valley during quieter times and take advantage of this tickets specially designed for young families. The Toddler Term Time Ticket offers a discounted adult ticket that allows 1 under 5 for free.
Lightwater Valley Summer Pass
In previous years we’ve come across a Lightwater Valley summer pass that offers unlimited entry during the school holidays. This season pass offers value for money for those that can visit a number of times during the summer. Worth checking to see if this running again this year.
Lightwater Valley Theme Park; Eagle’s Claw
Lightwater Valley Guide; Tips & Tricks
1. The park tends to open about half an hour before the rides so you’ll have time to park up, purchase/collect tickets & find your bearings at the start of the day. Close to the entrance, you’ll find a select number of rides that open from around 10am each day. This gives thrill seekers a chance to undertake Eagles Claw & Skyrider whilst young families can enjoy the extensive outdoor play area plus a few younger ride attractions.
2. Be ready to go as the staff open the main park from 10.30am each day. As the barriers open, thrill seekers should head straight to the back of the park to tick off a few of the main rides before queues begin to build.
3. Closing times at Lightwater Valley vary each day depending upon the weather & visitor numbers. Look out for more information on the day of your visit & those that can stay to close of business, you’ll be rewarded with fewer queues on the popular rides!
4. Picnics are welcome at Lightwater Valley and offer an easy way to make some theme park savings. Plenty of open grassed areas and benches available throughout the setting with on-site lockers available within the reception area to store your cool bag.
5. Lockers can be found within the main reception area & are currently priced around £3 – £5 depending upon the length of time required and can be accessed as often as you like during your visit.
6. Great to see that FREE parking remains in place at Lightwater Valley Theme Park as this can be an annoying additional cost at so many theme parks nowadays.
7. Away from the theme park you’ll also find a range of retail outlets available in the adjoining shopping village, (you don’t need a theme park ticket to gain entrance), including gifts, clothing, books, plants, bedding & refreshments. A great added attraction for those that don’t enjoy rides!
Apollo at Lightwater Valley
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Hi, Are there lockers at Lightwater Valley?
Hi Clare, there are indeed lockers at Lightwater Valley Theme Park that are located in Market Square, (charges apply), Liz
The Ultimate
Hi Gemma, thanks for you entry:)
The Ultimate. The Ultimate was the first big rollercoaster I went on as child.
Hi Kayleigh, best place to start with The Ultimate at Lightwater Valley, good luck:)
Skyrider
Hi Joanne, you can’t beat those fairground swings at Lightwater Valley! Good luck:)
The Eagle’s Claw
Hi Erin, a great thrill ride at Lightwater Valley Theme Park, good luck:)
The new ride Apollo- which sounds awesome!!
Hi Tiff, yes the new ride Apollo is a great addition to the park, good luck:)
Angry Birds Adventure Playground
Hi Joanna, thanks for your entry into the Lightwater Valley Theme Park ticket giveaway, good luck:)
Angry Birds Adventure Playground
Hi Mark, yes – the Angry Birds Adventure Playground is a big pull with younger guests to Lightwater Valley, good luck:)
The Ultimate
Hi Caroline, thanks for your entry into the Lightwater valley theme park;)
THE ULTIMATE PLUNGE
Thanks for your entry in the Lightwater Valley theme park entry:)
Angry Birds
Hi Jessica, thank for your Lightwater Valley theme park entry:)
The Apollo 🙂
Hi Suzanne, thanks for your Lightwater Valley entry:)
The Ultimate
Hi Megan, thanks for your entry for the Lightwater Valley theme park ticket giveaway, good luck:)
Wild River Rapids
Hi Kathryn, thanks for your entry into the Lightwater Valley ticket giveaway:)
eagles claw.
Hi Susan, thanks for your Lightwater Valley entry:)
Angry Birds, such a fun day out!
Hi Jackie, it is such fun at the Angry Birds adventure park, thanks for your entry:)
Apollo
We would love this – thank you.
Hi Olivia, thanks for your Lightwater Valley entry:)
the ultimate although you wont find me on that one lol
Hi Michelle, not for everyone but plenty of fun at Lightwater Valley, thanks for you entry:)
The Ultimate
Hi Nicola,thanks for your Lightwater Valley competition entry:)
The ultimate
Hi Allan, the Ultimate is the classic coaster at Lightwater Valley Theme Park, thanks for your entry:)
The Ultimate
Hi Craig, yup The Ultimate is one of the thrill rides at Lightwater Valley, thanks for your entry:)
Eagles claw
Hi Saiyma, yes the Eagles Claw is a great ride for thrill seekers, thanks for your Lightwater Valley entry:)
Raptor Attack
Hi Donna, thanks for your Lightwater Valley entry:)
Black pearl
Hi Gemma, thanks for your Lightwater Valley entry:)
Angry Birds
Hi Maureen, yes Angry Birds Activity Park us a firm favourite with children, thanks for entering our Lightwater Valley competition:)
Raptor Attack – amazing ride!
Hi Allan, yup – a good thrill ride, thanks you for entering the Lightwater Valley ticket giveaway:)
The Ultimate ,though I prefer the more gentle rides
Hi Maxine, yes The Ultimate is a top end thrill ride at Lightwater Valley although there are plenty of milder rides for those who prefer something less thrilling:) Thanks for your competition entry, good luck!
Apollo
Hi Logan, yes Apollo is the latest ride to join Lightwater Valley Theme Park , thanks for your entry:)
Eagles claw
Great choice, thnx for entering our Lightwatwr Valley ticket giveaway:)
Apollo – can’t wait to try it!! 🙂
Hi Kelly, a good addition for Lightwater Valley this year! Good luck:)
Wild River Rapids is my favourite. Fabulous entertainment for the whole family xx
Hi Susan, a good family water ride at Lightwater Valley! Good luck:)
Black Pearl
Hi Pam,yes a 360 degree rotating pirate ship! Thanks for entering our Lightwatwr Valley Theme park competition:)
Skyrider
Hi Maureen, thanks for entering the Lightwater Valley ticket giveaway, good luck:)
Oh wow I’ve only just discovered about your theme park, my son would absolutely LOVE the angry birds playground! (And I’ll answer the question with eagles claw 🙂
Hi Corinne, quite a range of attractions from Angry Birds Adventure Playground through to thrill rides such as Eagles Claw! Thanks for your entry into the Lightwater Valley Theme Park competition:)
Wild River Rapids
Hi James, yup you can’t beat a water ride at Lightwater Valley Theme Park, thanks for your entry:)
Eagles Claw
Hi Pat, yes Eagles Claw is a great thrill ride, thanks for your Lightwater Valley theme park entry:)
Would love to go to lightwater valley
The Ultimate. Would love to win, my kids love Angry Birds and would love to visit the Angry Birds play area
Hi Toni, exactly – from the classic coaster The Ultimate through to the Angry Birds Activity Park, Lightwater does have the full range! Thanks for your entry:)
The Ultimate
Has to be The Ultimate
Hi Nigel, I like your thinking, thanks for your Lightwater Valley Theme Park entry:)
Apollo ?
Hi Kara, yes the new ride at Lightwater Valley Theme Park, good luck:)
The ultimate
Hi David, thanks for your Lightwater Valley entry, good luck:)
The Ultimate
Hi Lynda, yes a classic coaster at Lightwater Valley, thanks for your entry:)
Skyrider
Hi Raymond, yes love these fairground chair swings at Lightwater Valley, thanks for your entry:)
Apollo.
Hi Felan, yes Apollo is the new ride at Lightwater Valley for 2016, thanks for your entry:)
Eagles claw
Hi Muzelley, thanks for your Lightwater Valley competition entry, good luck:)
The Ultimate Roller Coaster – which I’d love to try !
Hi Lisa, well worth a visit to Lightwater Valley Theme Park to test out The Ultimate, thanks for your entry:)
Apollo
Hi Caroline, yes the new ride at Lightwater Valley theme park, thanks for your entry:)
Skyrider
Hi Diane, yes the fairground swing ride is always a firm favourite, thanks for your entry:)
Lightwater Falconry Centre
Hi Pamela, those falconry displays are pretty spectacular! Thanks for your Lightwater Valley entry, good luck:)
the ultimate – my favourite
Hi Joanna, The Ultimate is such a classic coaster at Lightwater Valley, thanks for your entry into our ticket giveaway:)
Who can resist the Ultimate Roller Coaster
Hi John, absolutely The Ultimate is one of a kind, thnx for your entry:)
Hi John, thanks for your Lightwater Valley Theme Park entry:)
Eagle’s claw
Raptor attack…too scary for me, kids would love it though..
Hi Mark, we all have our limits, good luck:)
The ultimate
Hi Samantha, good coaster to pick at Lightwater Valley Theme Park, thanks for entering our prize draw:)
Wild River Rapids is always favourite for our family and we gave been visiting Lightwater Valley for about 23 years.
Hi Angela, you are clearly a fan of Lightwater Valley Theme Park after 23 years and good family choice of ride too, thanks for entering our ticket giveaway draw:)
The Ultimate. My ultimate favourite ride, first ever rollercoaster I went on!
Hi Lisa, The Ultimate at Lightwater Valley Theme Park is a great coaster to begin with, thanks for your entry:)
Wild River Rapids (this would be amazing to win – would love to go with my kids and hubby)
Hi Mary, Wild River Rapids is a gun water ride for all the family, thanks for your entry into the Lightwater Valley draw:)
The Eagles claw
Hi Sharon, The Eagles Claw is certain a great one for thrill seekers, thanks for entering the Lightwater Valley draw:)
Skyrider
Hi Rachel, Skyrider is a great fairground chair swing, thanks for entering the Lightwater Valley draw:)
The ultimate the best ride by far ?
Hi Rosemarie, I have to agree The Ultimate is a classic coaster at Lightwater Valley, good luck:)
Angry Birds Activity park sounds fun !
Hi Maggie, the Angry Birds Activity Park is a fantastic play space for children, thanks for your Lightwater Valley entry:)
The Ultimate! Thanks for the chance to win 🙂
Hi Rachel, The Ultimate at Lightwater Theme Park is pretty amazing, thanks for your entry:)
I’ve never been, would love to go
The Ultimate – never been to this park but looks great!
Thanks 🙂
Hi Gavin, I have to say The Ultimate is a good place to start on a visit to Lightwater Valley Theme Park, good luck:)
Hi Liz
My sons favourite is the Wild River Rapids. We are hoping to visit Lightwater Valley over the half term holidays, you can use the promotion code MAYMADNESS to purchase tickets for £15 each. We are thinking of visiting their new treetops trampoline park and the spring Adventure at nearby Stockeld Park.
Regards Dan
Hi Dan, can’t beat the water rides at Lightwater Theme Park, thanks for your entry:)
The skyrider – my son loves this ride!
Hi Emma, you can’t beat those chair swings! Good luck:)
The lady bird, raptor attack, wild river Rapids, powder kegs are some of my favourites
Hi Tara, sound like you know Lightwater Valley Theme Park, good luck:)
Hi Tara, thank you for your Leeds Castle entry, good luck:)
The Flying Cutlass
Hi Carolyn, ah doesn’t get better than the pirate swing boat at Lightwater Valley, good luck:)
The ultimate
Hi Claire, yup The Ultimate is a classic coaster, thanks for your Lightwater Valley entry:)
Entry for Lightwater Valley competition
Eagles Claw
Hi Diane, thanks for your Lightwater Valley entry, good luck:)
angry birds adventure playground
Hi Catherine, yes angry birds adventure playground is a great area for the children at Lightwater Valley, good luck:)
Wild river rapids me and the kids love it 🙂 xx
Hi Kelly, water rides at Lightwater Valley always go down well with the kids, thanks for your entry:)
Not just the little kids either the big kids are just as bad lol we all love them even my mam and dad lol xx
I’m with you there Kelly:)
Whirlwind for us!
Raptor Attack
On of the best thrill rides at Lightwater Valley, thanks for your entry:)
Wild rivers rapids is a ride at light water valley.thank you.
Hi Muhsina, bound to get wet on the wild river rapids at Lightwater, good luck with your entry:)
Eagle’s Claw at Lightwater Valley.
We have never been but it sounds awesome. Crossing fingers for a win ?
Thank you!
Hi Jo and Eagle’s Claw at Lightwater Valley is a good place to start, good luck with your entry:)
The Ultimate
Hi Mariola, thanks for your Lightwater Valley Theme Park entry:)
The whirlwind is a ride at Lightwater Valley ?
Angry Birds Activity Park
Hi Gill, yes I love the Angry Birds Activity Park, good luck:)
The answer is Apollo
Hi Mussrat yes want to try out the new ride for 2016 Apollo, thanks for your Lightwater Valley Theme Park:)
The ultimate
Hi Sarah, yes the Ultimate is a fantastic coaster at Lightwater Valley, good luck:)
answer to the question is: Angry Birds Adventure Playground
Hi Donna, I have to say that Angry Birds Adventure Playground us pretty special at Lightwater, thanks for your entry:)
Competition answer is The Ultimate.
Hi Chantelle, The Ultimate is certainly a coaster to try at Lightwater Valley theme park, thanks for your entry:)
Competition answer is Trauma Tower
Hi Joan, the Trauma Tower is a drop down experience at Lightwater Valley Theme Park, thanks for your entry:)
Competition answer is Apollo.
Hi Susan, yes Apollo is a high one at Lightwater Valley, good luck:)
The answer to the competition is Skyrider.
Hi Josie yup Skyrider is a great attraction at Lightwater Valley, good luck:)
Lightwater Valley Competition, answer is Raptor Attack!
Raptor Attack is certainly a good option, thanks for your Lightwater Valley entry:)
Competition:
Name of a ride at Lightwater Valley, is Eagle’s Claw
Hi Julie, thanks for your Lightwater Valley entry, good luck:)
eagle’s claw – awesome……..
Hi Ellie, Eagle’s Claw is definitely one to enjoy, good luck:)
Competition answer: Eagle’s Claw
Hi Richard thanks for your Lightwater Valley Theme Park entry, good luck:)
Hi, can you please confirm the promo code for lightwater valley applies on the Easter days. We’re thinking of going on Easter Monday and know that sometimes promo codes don’t apply on bank holidays.
Thanks
Hi Brian, yes indeed the Easter promo code is valid at Lightwater Valley Theme Park over the bank holidays including Easter Monday. Have a good trip:)
Thanks for replying so quickly. Lightwater valley theme park it is then!
Enjoy – I’m sure you’ll have a good day as there is so much to do at Lightwater Valley from thrill rides through to attractions to suit younger guests.
Lightwater Valley are currently offering tickets for £16 per person during August, if you are booking for between 3 and 10 people.
Visit their website at and the discount is automatically applied. This is a £12 saving on their pay on the day rate.
Hi Jane, thanks for the thumbs up on this Lightwater Valley deal…good value:)